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  • Gary Harvey Celebrates 30 Years at Wedge Roofing

    • By Wedge Roofing
    • Added on Aug 11, 2026

    On July 23, 2026, Wedge Roofing proudly celebrated Gary Harvey’s remarkable 30-year journey with the company, from residential and commercial sales to General Manager and, today, owner and CEO. His career reflects decades of leadership, innovation, and dedication to Wedge Roofing. Born and raised in London, England, Gary relocated to the United States in the mid-1970s. He began his career in the roofing industry following his education and has worked in the roofing, waterproofing, and buildin read more

  • Registration Is Now Open for the RICOWI Fall 2026 Seminar & Meetings

    • By RICOWI
    • Added on Aug 07, 2026

    Registration is now open for the RICOWI Fall 2026 Seminar & Meetings in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The two-day event will bring together roofing and building-envelope professionals for committee meetings, technical presentations, industry updates, networking opportunities, and a guided tour of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Early registration is encouraged due to required security processing for laboratory access. read more

  • Scott Showalter Named President of DAP Global

    • By DAP Global Inc
    • Added on Aug 06, 2026

    DAP Global Inc. has appointed Scott Showalter as president following the retirement of Mark Heird. A 22-year veteran of the company, Showalter will lead DAP’s continued focus on innovation, customer partnerships, employee development, and growth across its portfolio of building, renovation, and repair solutions. read more

  • Registration Is Now Open for the 2026 PDA Annual Conference

    • By Polyurea Development Association
    • Added on Aug 05, 2026

    Registration is now open for the 2026 PDA Annual Conference, taking place October 14–16 in Indianapolis. Join polyurea professionals for technical sessions, education, networking, Demo Day, and the latest industry innovations. Register by August 21 for early rates. Speaker proposals are due August 7. read more

  • Burn Brighter

    • By Danielle Macdonald
    • Added on Jul 31, 2026

    When retired coal miner Lonnie Dison needed help with an important project, spray foam proved to be the perfect solution. Lonnie left high school to work in the coal mines of East Tennessee and now dedicates his time to preserving the region’s rich mining heritage as a board member of the Coal Creek Miners Museum in Rocky Top, Tennessee. read more

  • Beyond the Bid

    • By Curt Janzen, Tusk Corporate Anthropology; Division of Beyond Group
    • Added on Jul 31, 2026

    Do you trust me? My guess is that a few people nodded their head yes while the majority of you furrowed your eyebrows a bit and maybe turned your head to the side thinking about that question. If you’re in the majority where trust wasn’t immediate, keep reading! read more

  • From Snow Drifts to Spray Foam

    • By Danielle Macdonald
    • Added on Jul 31, 2026

    The idea began with a question: if snow protects plants from freezing, could George Klat, founder of Frosco, develop a foam with similar benefits? He aimed to create an on-demand, scalable, and environmentally safe foam for the agricultural industry. Collaborating with researchers from Imperial College London, George developed a foam platform that not only insulates but also shields plants from heat, acts as a pest barrier, retains moisture, and supports soil health. read more

  • Cheap Today, Costly Tomorrow

    • By TOM HARRIS, PUR CONSULTING LLC
    • Added on Jul 31, 2026

    When spray foam contractors consider buying noncompliant spray foam materials, it’s a violation of trust and the penalties are severe. In the spray foam insulation industry, contractor and installer buying decisions carry risk and may violate the law. read more

  • Foaming for the Greater Good

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Jul 31, 2026

    Todd Bolton of South Carolina’s Synergy Spray Foam and Eric Gladson of Wisconsin’s Integrity Plus Insulation are two go-getters who believe in the power of people. Over the last five years, they’ve spearheaded a charity network called “Change the World One Set of Foam at a Time.” read more