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  • Show Up

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Jun 01, 2026

    Lights, laughter, and a lot of foam! The SPFA’s SprayFoam 2026 Convention & Expo, took over Las Vegas in March at the legendary Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Imagine nearly 2,300 foam fans and 106 exhibitors, industry pros, innovators, and curious newcomers gathering under one roof to dive into certification quests, tech adventures, and hands-on training, all geared to power up the ever-expanding spray foam universe. read more

  • From the Zoo

    • By KEVIN BOSCHEE AND CURT JANZEN
    • Added on Jun 01, 2026

    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

  • Covestro Wins 2026 Ohio Chemistry Technology Council Award for Newark Sustainability Project

    • By Covestro
    • Added on May 26, 2026

    Covestro LLC's Newark, Ohio, site has received a 2026 Award for Excellence from the Ohio Chemistry Technology Council for an innovative wastewater treatment enhancement project that strengthens environmental protection and improves water quality. The project includes major technology upgrades designed to eliminate the potential for plastic resin discharge, increase water recycling capabilities and support more sustainable site operations. read more

  • What QXO’s $17 Billion Acquisition of TopBuild Means for the Insulation Industry

    • By QXO
    • Added on Apr 20, 2026

    QXO’s $17 billion acquisition of TopBuild marks a major shift in the insulation industry, combining distribution and installation at an unprecedented scale. The deal is expected to increase competition, influence pricing, and accelerate consolidation, creating new challenges—and opportunities—for contractors across the insulation and spray foam markets. read more

  • Don’t Miss NAFA Trade Show, Get Your Tickets Today

    • By NAFA
    • Added on Mar 31, 2026

    Join us at the NAFA Trade Show for an unforgettable experience where the best in the spray foam industry come together. Connect, learn, and grow alongside top contractors, manufacturers, and innovators from across the field. read more

  • Determination & Grace

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Mar 23, 2026

    Spray Foam Magazine is happy to announce Eric Gladson as the 2025 Contractor of the Year Runner-Up. Eric owns Integrity Plus Insulation LLC in Wisconsin and is known for his friendly nature and willingness to help. With 17 years in the industry, he has built a strong reputation through hard work and quality results. He is a Master Installer through the SPFA PCP program, confirming his skills and commitment to high standards. read more

  • Ones to Watch

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Mar 23, 2026

    David Ambrose is the owner of Base Camp Spray Foam in Kalispell, Montana, serving the Flathead Valley area. He is a fourth-generation Montanan who specializes in energy-efficient spray foam insulation for homes. In just one and a half years of serving the Kalispell community, David has built a reputation for delivering work defined by quality, integrity, and customer care. read more

  • Injecting Foam into Fun

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Mar 23, 2026

    Clark Spray Foam launched as a family-owned and operated insulation company and began operations in 2020, at the beginning of COVID. They are based in Jacksonville and service St. Augustine, Fernandina, and the Ponte Vedra area. read more

  • The Envelope Whisperer

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Team
    • Added on Mar 23, 2026

    Those are the words Jamie Kaye lives and works by. Jamie runs Elm Energy Group, stationed on the idyllic Atlantic shores of Hilton Head, South Carolina and is Spray Foam Magazine’s 2025 Contractor of the Year Envelope Whisperer. read more

  • The Power Trio

    • Added on Mar 23, 2026

    In the spray foam industry, three names are often mentioned together: the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), Spray Foam World Wide (SFWW), and Spray Foam Magazine (SFM). While all three support the spray foam industry, each delivers a distinct value and exists for a different purpose. Understanding those specific distinctions will help contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers engage with the right organization for their specific needs. Here’s a breakdown of key differences: read more