Elevate™ Commercial Roofing Systems showcased its latest innovations at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), unveiling new products such as the FM-approved Twin Jet Y Spray Adhesive and an expanded edge metal portfolio. The company also introduced MAX PVC roofing membranes and hosted live demonstrations and educational sessions, providing hands-on training for contractors. read more
Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Huntsman Building Solutions, where we'll dive into the latest NECB-2020 requirements for energy-efficient buildings. Learn how to meet building envelope standards, improve airtightness, and implement cost-effective, high-performance assemblies like the D-Max Wall. read more
Join us February 24 - 26, 2025 at MCC Equipment & Service Center for PDA’s first Applicator Level One training course of the year! This two and a half day course covers a wide range of topics beneficial for new and even seasoned applicators. Dates: Monday, February 14 - Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Times: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday/Tuesday); 8 AM - 1:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: MCC Equipment & Service Center (2705 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168) read more
Contractor professionals everywhere can now take advantage of new training opportunities from HandiFoam®, the industry-leading brand of low-pressure one- and two-component polyurethane foam sealants, adhesives and spray foams. read more
Join PDA for the second Applicator Level 1 training school of 2024! read more
The holiday decorations were placed back in their boxes and everyone had returned to work. It’s also at that moment when the Spray Foam Magazine team (SFMT) got excited to make their final decision for their Contractor of the Year (COTY) contest. With applications all printed out, the team sat around a large boardroom table and the discussions began. read more
The Blower Door Test, often referred to as a pressure test, defines the air tightness of the building and helps detect any air leakage in the building’s envelope. This test has been around for decades but why has it become predominant in recent times? Let's find out! read more
Monday, as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, and through the Green Proving Ground (GPG) program, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), announced a new request for information (RFI) about technologies that can enable energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization in commercial buildings and contribute to a more efficient electric infrastructure. read more
There are numerous options available for individuals seeking to further their knowledge and develop new skills in the spray foam industry. Hands-on training can provide a more immersive and effective learning experience than other methods, particularly for learners who benefit from learning by doing. The benefits are numerous. Here we will take a look at some of the spray foam insulation application training available. read more
PDA has rewritten their PDA Applicator Course! Registration will close on Monday, June 5th, and there are two (2) spots remaining - register today using the buttons below. read more
Have you heard the rumor that when you create an unvented attic in some southern states, like Georgia, that R-20 spray foam on the underside of the roof deck is code compliant? Well, this is true, but there are conditions… so, let’s talk about how the code compliance for spray foam in an unvented attic in the state of Georgia works. read more
Time and time again, when I ask SPF Contractors about their biggest challenges, by far the number one response I get is LABOR. This has been an ongoing challenge for the SPF industry for many years and as we continue to grow it will continue to become more and more of a problem. read more
