Linda Rapp Takes Home Bronze at Huntsman World Senior Games
Big congratulations to Linda Rapp, SPFA’s Communications Manager, and her women’s soccer team for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Huntsman World Senior Games in Saint George, Utah, last week!
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Spray Foam Magazine Article – Your Partner in Success
We know that running a successful spray foam business requires more than just expert application skills. That’s where SPFA truly steps up.
Beyond these operational advantages, we’re deeply committed to professional growth and that of your team.
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Follow SPFA on Instagram - @foamitright
SPFA has just revamped our Instagram page! If you aren’t following us, make sure to follow today! Tag SPFA on your posts with @foamitright.
Interested in highlighting your recent project on the SPFA Instagram page? Contact Aubrey Barto at abarto@sprayfoam.org.
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2025 – 2026 SPFA Membership Directory & Buyers' Guide Now Available
This digital guide contains the most up-to-date listings of all SPFA members, including contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and consultants.
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Member Benefit – Nuvei
We’re excited to introduce an exciting benefit exclusively for SPFA members through a new partnership with Nuvei, a global leader in payment technology and service-based business solutions.
Whether you collect payments in the field, over the phone, or online, Nuvei provides flexible, secure, and cost-effective tools to help streamline operations and grow your bottom line.
What this means for your business:
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Lower processing costs: SPFA members receive preferred pricing and a free review of current fees.
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More ways to get paid: Accept credit cards, debit, ACH, and 700+ alternative payment methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
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Offset processing fees: Use surcharge and service fee programs to help cover the cost of accepting cards.
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Expert support when you need it: Get personalized onboarding and 24/7 support from a team that understands your business.
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In-person, mobile, and online payments: Flexible solutions built for contractors, whether you're on-site or in the office.
Keep more of what you earn, improve cash flow, and support your business growth!
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Navigating the SPFA PCP Certification Pathway
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
3:00 pm EST
In this session, we’ll unpack how the program works, what it takes to get certified, and why more contractors are choosing SPFA’s Professional Certification Program (PCP) as their path to industry achievement.
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The Essentials of Intumescent Coatings for Code and Profit
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
3:00 pm EST
This webinar provides the foundation to confidently add this high-value service to protect your clients and secure your profits. Join us to master the code, verify assemblies with Evaluation Reports, and achieve flawless application every time.
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New SPFA Member Resource – Social Media Images
SPFA Marketing is excited to share a new marketing resource. Customize and use these social media image templates to showcase that your organization is a proud member of SPFA.
You can access the Canva template link on InfoHub under Marketing Materials. If you need assistance or have questions, contact Aubrey Barto at abarto@sprayfoam.org.
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Upcoming Committee Meetings
All SPFA members are encouraged to participate in committee activities. Additional information, including meeting records, agendas, and Zoom connections, is available in the members-only Committee folders on InfoHub.
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SPFA Policy – Social Media Guidelines for Volunteers
SPFA leadership has introduced new Social Media Guidance for Volunteers to help communicate effectively. This simple guidance helps maintain trust and neutrality the spray foam community expects by keeping our focus on industry growth.
We ask that you help preserve this professional standing by avoiding personal opinions on sensitive outside topics when using SPFA channels. You can view the new policy here.
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Registration Open for SF2026
Don’t miss SprayFoam 2026 in Las Vegas! The #1 event for spray foam pros with educational breakout sessions, a two-day expo hall, certification activities, networking, and more.
Register today so you don’t have to worry about it again!
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Submit Your Project for a National Industry Excellence Award
SPFA's National Industry Excellence Awards are presented annually at the SprayFoam Convention and Expo to recognize our contractor members for their innovative, trailblazing projects.
Highlight SPF achievements - submit your most outstanding projects for the 2026 National Industry Excellence Awards!
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Beware of Hotel Booking Scams
Please be aware of scam emails from unofficial housing companies. SPFA will not contact you to pre-book your hotel room. All reservations must be made directly through our official website at sprayfoamshow.org/hotel.
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Earn Your Master Installer Certification at SprayFoam 2026!
Obtaining SPFA’s PCP Master Installer Certification is a powerful move for your career, demonstrating you have the skills and experience to lead in the field.
To join the elite group of PCP Master Installers, you must successfully complete all three of the following requirements:
- Pass the three-part Master Installer Written Exam (available for both Roofing and Insulation).
- Successfully pass the Field Exam, proving your on-the-job expertise.
- Sign an experience declaration form stating that you have 500,000 board feet (or square feet) of spraying experience.
Ready to Sign Up for the Field Exam?
You are eligible to register for your Field Exam once you have at least 100,000 board feet (or square feet) of spraying experience. This ensures every candidate has a solid, foundational skill set before their final evaluation.
Save on certification costs by taking advantage of FREE program enrollment and FREE field exams when you take them at SprayFoam 2026 Convention & Expo in Las Vegas this March!
Learn more and register at SprayFoamShow.org or contact Susan Elhindi, Director of Professional Development, at certdirector@sprayfoam.org.
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SprayFoam 2026 Sponsorships Still Available
Boost your visibility at SprayFoam 2026 by becoming a sponsor! There are multiple levels and à la carte options to fit your needs. SPFA sponsorship is the best way to expand a company’s reach beyond your booth while maximizing sales goals among 2,500+ attendees of SPFA’s show.
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Sig Hall Memorial Donations/Sponsorships
Thanks to generous sponsors, SPFA has been able to waive all fees for completing an on-site Field Exam at our annual convention - the most expensive part of becoming a certified Master Installer.
We hope you’ll consider joining us as a 2026 scholarship sponsor.
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Check Out the Latest Issue of SprayFoam Professional Today!
The latest issue of SprayFoam Professional is on its way to mailboxes now, but why wait?
Access your digital copy today!
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Share Your Spray Foam Expertise!
Want to help shape the future of spray foam? SprayFoam Professional invites you to share your expertise, insight, and experience in an upcoming issue. We are looking for professionals interested in sharing their success stories, challenges, and lessons learned in working in the spray foam industry. For inquiries and submissions, please contact jkling@thewymancompany.com.
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Trump Administration Makes Major Changes to the DBE Program
On September 30, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) released an Interim Final Rule (IFR) on the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program which removes the race and sex-based presumptions from the program. Learn more.
Source: AGC
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Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator remained unchanged at 8.5 months in September, according to an ABC member survey conducted Sept. 22 to Oct. 6. Learn more.
Source: ABC
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