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  • Extreme Perseverance

    • By William Bales
    • Added on Mar 31, 2023

    Foametix Insulation is an established spray foam insulation company based out of Winnipeg, Canada that employs a staff of eight with two spray rigs. Foametix has been in business since 2009, but on June 1, 2022, Mark Kucel took over ownership of the company. read more

  • The Quebec Check

    • By Huntsman Building Solutions
    • Added on Sep 29, 2022

    Project ‘Ilot Rosemont’ is one of the largest building projects in Quebec. It was completed in partnership with the spray foam installer and with the “Accès Logis” program, which is a financial assistance program adopting collaboration among public, community and private resources. The program’s purpose is to create social and community housing for low, or modest-income households, or people with specific housing needs. read more

  • Fungus Foam Mushrooms

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Staff
    • Added on Sep 29, 2022

    Artist Aleisha Prather’s nickname is “Swiss Army Art Girl,” suggesting that no medium is out of her grasp. As a sculpture artist, she specializes in fantasy works inspired by nature and the alluring history of fairies. She utilizes every aspect of creativity to execute her concepts, tapping into her knowledge of drawing, painting, wood carpentry, metal fabrication, electrical engineering and lately, spray foam insulation. read more

  • Secrets of Success

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Staff
    • Added on Sep 29, 2022

    Elastochem has been making, distributing, and selling quality products to its Canadian customer base since 1987. A family-owned business and a respected manufacturer, it is based out of Brantford, Ontario, Canada. read more

  • Spray Foam Contractor Spotlight in Ontario, Canada

    • Added on Sep 29, 2022

    With warm smiles and even warmer hearts, clients have loved working with Premium Insulation in large part because of our warm, friendly nature. The extensive experience of our team combined with a strong commitment to deliver the highest standard of service and insulation expertise has put our clients at ease for over three decades. read more

  • What a Corker!

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Staff
    • Added on Sep 29, 2022

    Dragon’s Reach Estate Vineyard is created by husband-and-wife team, Mark Samis and Nicki Hughes. It is set to open this fall where they will be selling their wines, including Baco Noir, Pino Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. The vineyard is located in Ontario, Canada, which typically experiences warm summers and freezing winters, so the vineyard must monitor the vines during such temperature fluctuations. This is also the case with any buildings where the wine is stored. read more

  • Floods vs. Foam

    • By Danielle Macdonald
    • Added on Jun 01, 2019

    Closed-cell spray foam insulation demonstrated its strength against flood waters when Montreal and Quebec, Canada were struck with severe storms in the Spring of 2017. read more

  • Homes for Heroes

    • By Danielle Macdonald
    • Added on Jun 01, 2019

    “The Government of Canada recognizes the pressing need to prevent and reduce homelessness in Canada. Investing in Canada’s communities is not only about creating good jobs and encouraging economic growth, but it is also about building stronger communities and empowering all Canadians to build better lives for themselves.” — The Honorable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development read more

  • Avoiding Homeowner Complaints

    • By Reza Haftchenari
    • Added on Apr 01, 2019

    Common mistakes made by contractors can often turn homeowners’ complaints into a business nightmare. Having a spray foam certification will help avoid these oversights and save money and potential catastrophe for all. read more