Spray polyurethane foam delivers strong performance in residential and commercial building envelopes, but successful installation depends on more than product selection. This article explains key code considerations for SPF, including fire requirements, thermal and ignition barriers, inspection readiness, and how early coordination can help avoid costly rework. read more
BASF says its new Zhanjiang Verbund site in Guangdong, China, has started operations on schedule and below budget. The facility is expected to generate €4 billion to €5 billion in sales by 2030, with EBITDA turning positive from 2027 as production ramps up. The company is positioning the site as a low-carbon, digitally enabled hub powered by 100% renewable energy. read more
Karen Haight Huntsman, beloved matriarch, philanthropist, and lifelong advocate for compassionate care, passed away on June 1, 2026, at age 88. Her legacy of faith, family devotion, and service lives on through the institutions she helped shape, the countless lives she touched, and the generations of family who carry forward her love and example. read more
Insulation Distributors Inc. (IDI) has once again earned top recognition from Insulate America, being named 2026 Supplier of the Year Award winner for the fifth year in a row. read more
Covestro’s Baytown, Texas site received the 2025 Caring for Texas Award from the Texas Chemistry Council, recognizing its leadership in safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, emergency preparedness and community engagement. read more
Berkshire Hathaway will acquire Taylor Morrison Home Corporation for $72.50 per share in cash, valuing the homebuilder at approximately $8.5 billion. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026. read more
A volunteer crew of 25 spray foam contractors insulated the new Isaiah 117 House in Hillsborough, FL, donating labor, foam, PPE, food, and supplies to create a quiet, energy-efficient home for children awaiting foster care placement. The project highlighted industry teamwork, generosity, and community impact. read more
If you’re like most contractors, you didn't get into this industry to live in the zoo. The zoo is for the 97%, the people who want the comfort and safety of bi-weekly paychecks, predictable routines, and the security of a cage they’ve learned to call home. There’s nothing wrong with that life. But it’s not why you started your business. read more
Dudley J. Primeaux II explains why proper spray foam and polyurea application depends on more than maintaining a 1:1 ratio. The article breaks down the chemistry of formulation, the importance of complete mixing at the spray gun, and why both equipment data and human documentation matter in verifying quality results. read more
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A family legacy of SPF craftsmanship, Allstate Spray Foam’s Rusty Schrader and sons Derek and Dennis have each earned Top Gun wins in the closed-cell applicator category. Their story highlights grit, precision, mentorship, and pride in workmanship as they continue building lasting success in the spray foam industry. read more
Cole Fletcher, is a product engineer at Quadrant Performance Materials, and has overcome significant challenges on his path to success. Having faced addiction in the past, he is committed to ensuring it does not define his future. Cole encourages others, whether they are overcoming substance abuse or advancing their careers, to focus on family, work diligently, and seek guidance from industry experts to achieve their goals. read more
Spray Foam Magazine is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated Summer 2026 Issue, brought to you by Profoam, available in print, digital, and app editions. read more
