August 20, 2025

SPRAYFOAM.ORG I MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY & BUYERS' GUIDE I FORWARD TO A FRIEND

The Latest SprayFoam Professional Magazine is Out Now! 

The latest issue of SprayFoam Professional is packed with expert advice and inspiring stories that matter to our industry. This edition helps you with everything from growing your business to celebrating the incredible work being done in the field.  

Don't wait—check out the full issue online and get the tools and inspiration you need! 

The Real Root Cause of the UK Mortgage Issue with SPF 

Here is a great whitepaper from Dr. Joe Lstiburek describing the underlying issues with SPF and UK mortgages. Spoiler Alert:  It’s not SPF – It’s just bad building science that we in Canada and the US learned a few decades ago.   



Here is the link to the article:  BSI-151: Deja Vu All Over Again... | buildingscience.com 

Catch SPFA at the SFWW Carnival & Knowledge Fair This Week 

SPFA will be in Minnesota for the Spray Foam World Wide (SFWW) Carnival & Knowledge Fair from August 22nd to 24th! Stop by our table to learn about PCP Certifications, membership specials, and enter to win a new Yeti Cooler! 

Also, be on the lookout for an introduction to a new SPFA initiative that will transform how we assess the performance of assemblies in our living and working environments! 

Now Hiring: Director of Technical Services

SPFA is looking to hire a full-time Director of Technical Services. This position will oversee SPFA’s technical efforts and support key organizational functions, including professional certification, legislative advocacy, membership expansion, and marketing and communications. 

You can find the job description here. For more details and to apply, please get in touch with Frank Mortl III at frankm@sprayfoam.org.

The Power of Your Voice: Becoming an SPF Advocate 

SPFA Executive Director Frank Mortl III wrote a new article for Spray Foam Magazine. Learn how the SPFAdvocacy Network acts as our unified voice, making sure the SPF industry’s interests are heard in public policy talks.  

Click to Read the Article 

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.    

• Roofing Committee – August 26^th, 2:00 PM EST – Contact Rick to Join
• Marketing Committee – September 16^th, 1:00 PM EST – Contact Aubrey to Join

New Marketing Resource for Members

SPFA has introduced a new customizable marketing resource for our members. You can download the PDF from InfoHub under Marketing Materials, or access the Canva Template via the link on InfoHub to add your logo and customize the colors to match your brand. 

If you need assistance, please contact Aubrey Barto at abarto@sprayfoam.org.

Boost Your Exhibitor Priority Points for SprayFoam 2027

SPFA Manufacturer, Supplier, and Distributor members can now secure a top-tier Expo Hall location at SprayFoam 2027 in Fort Worth, Texas! With our new Supplier Referral Program, SPF companies will earn 10 additional Exhibitor Priority Points for every new contractor member they refer.

There is no limit to the points you can earn, so start referring today!

Join the PCP Roadshow hosted by Grace Foam Solutions in Partnership with Quadrant Performance Materials

Grace Foam Solutions and Quadrant Performance Materials are organizing a special PCP certification event in Wesson, Mississippi, as part of the SPFA Professional Certification Program (PCP) Roadshow series.

• September 23^rd: PCP Assistant Exam Prep Course and Exam
• September 24^th: PCP Insulation Installer Exam Prep Course and Exam

For full details and to register, contact Grace Foam Solutions at 601-757-0630.

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.

Construction Employment Increases in 31 States and D.C. from July 2024 To July 2025; While 22 States Add Construction Jobs From June To July

Construction employment increased in 31 states and the District of Columbia in July from a year earlier, while 22 states added construction jobs between June and July, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by AGC of America recently. Learn more.

Source: AGC of America

Be ‘in tune’ with Workers to Assess their Well-being, Presenters Say

Workplace safety experts have long been focused not just on workers’ physical wellbeing but their mental health as well. That rang true at the American Society of Safety Professionals 2025 Expo and Conference in July. Learn more.

Source: Construction Dive