Gaco Western Recognized for Commitment to Health, Safety, and Product Stewardship

SEATTLE, WA – October 31, 2014 – Gaco Western is proud to be a member of the Spray Foam Coalition and now displays the SFC Code of Conduct Seal at www.gaco.com (see link below) and www.gacowallfoam.com (see link below) in recognition of its commitment to the continuous improvement in health, safety and product stewardship of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) products. As Chair of the Spray Foam Coalition, Peter Davis – Gaco's Chairman and CEO – led the industry-wide effort to develop the Code of Conduct and was instrumental in gaining support from all current members of the SFC. 

"At Gaco, we believe in continually raising the bar on health and safety for both our own personnel and our customers who use our products, and it is a huge tribute to the members of the SFC that we collectively and voluntarily developed and approved this Code of Conduct. The spray polyurethane foam industry has taken a tremendous step forward as product stewards," stated Davis.

Gaco Western offers innovative spray polyurethane foam insulation for new construction and retrofit projects, is a recognized leader in silicone roofing systems, and offers best-of-class waterproofing solutions for a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential applications. The company's administrative office is located in Seattle, Washington and all products are proudly Made in the USA at the company's state-of-the-art manufacturing, research and development facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Between these two locations and a sales force located throughout the United States, Gaco Western employs approximately 150 people and continues to grow.  

"The values of product stewardship and product safety are important to the entire SPF industry. This Seal is another example of our members' commitment to providing the value chain and consumers with access to clear, concise information about the stewardship surrounding and benefits of this valuable and effective product," said Justin Koscher, director of the Spray Foam Coalition.

Information regarding the Code of Conduct is available on the Spray Foam Coalition website via the link provided below.

About The Spray Foam Coalition: The Spray Foam Coalition was formed under the American Chemistry Council Center for Polyurethanes Industry. The Spray Foam Coalition is an organization of companies that produce and sell polyurethane spray foam insulation systems and the chemicals and equipment necessary for their use. The Spray Foam Coalition champions the use of spray polyurethane foam in U.S. building and construction applications by promoting its benefits, providing a forum to help shape public policy on issues critical to the industry, and supporting the safe manufacture, transport and application of spray polyurethane foam. 

About Gaco Western: Founded in 1955, Gaco Western remains today a family-owned business with its roots in technology and product innovation. The Gaco family of brands offer best-of-class solutions for a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential applications including specialty coatings for roof, pedestrian and traffic decking, and spray polyurethane foam insulation. Products are available nationwide. For more information, visit gaco.com or call 877-699-4226.