Josh Lowder is a third-generation foamer who works alongside his father, Sheldon, at Comfort Zone Insulation, LLC in Colorado’s San Luis Valley. Spray foam has been part of Josh’s life for as long as he can remember, but the family’s roots in the industry stretch back more than 45 years to his grandfather, Val Lowder. 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
Baseball is a game and a tradition ingrained in the psyche and history of Americans. Passed down from the Civil War to today’s generation, it echoes several characteristics of American life from economics to technological developments. It is therefore important that the game and the practice of it is kept alive to help inspire and implant pride in future generations. Spray Foam Magazine was thrilled to hear of such a project in Martin, Tennessee. read more
Dale Hill founded Big D's Fencing and Pole Barns in 1998 after he returned home from military service. This successful company is situated in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the home of the world’s largest outdoor rodeo the "Cheyenne Frontier Days and Rodeo.” At first, Hill solely specialized in fences, and it was through this work that he soon realized many of his clients wanted pole barns built as well. read more
Wyoming is known for its hot springs, scenic state parks, cowboys, and bull riding. Nicknamed the Equality State, due to it being the first state to grant women the right to vote, it plays a large part in United States history. Wyoming’s population is one of the lowest in the nation, however, there is one SPF company that proudly travels and serves a 200-mile radius. read more
Legacy Foam Solutions of Riverton, Wyoming is living proof that Small Town USA is as good of a location for a spray foam business as any bustling metropolitan area. Co-owners Reggie Larsen and Courtney Wall credit a conscientious eye for detail and a receptiveness to feedback from clients and colleagues as the key to earning people’s business and creating a lasting brand reputation. read more
Newfoundland and Labrador combine to form Canada’s easternmost province and the furthest eastern point in North America. It is a province of two distinct bodies of land: Labrador, the mainland and Newfoundland, an island dotted with numerous lakes–large and small. The two areas are separated by a channel of water known as the Strait of Belle. The province is also home to over seven thousand small islands. In Newfoundland Labrador you’re never far from the sea or freshwater. read more
Jenkinson’s Aquarium is a popular attraction located in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. It is a family-friendly aquarium that features a wide variety of marine life, including sharks, sea turtles, seals, penguins, and many species of fish. read more
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
Tom Decker, owner and operator of Chicago Green Insulation has made it his personal mission to replace crime with employment. While this sounds like a daunting task, he has been deeply affected by crimes that could have been avoided, given the person who committed the crime had better access to employment and resources to better their life. read more
