Early reports pointed to hand-held sparklers igniting polyurethane foam on the ceiling. Later images revealed the culprit: gray “egg-crate” packaging foam. For many, this was a chilling reminder of the 2003 Station Nightclub fire in Rhode Island, where pyrotechnics ignited similar foam, killing 100 and injuring 230. Two decades later, history has repeated itself—proof that the lessons learned were too easily forgotten. read more
By day, 20-year-old Josiah Dyer is his father’s, Darrell, right-hand man and personal jobsite jukebox at their family’s business, Wicked Good Spray Foam in Charleston, Maine. read more
TopBuild Corp. has announced plans to acquire Johnson Roofing, a Waco-based commercial roofing company founded in 1941. With approximately $29 million in annual revenue, the acquisition expands TopBuild’s commercial roofing operations in Texas and surrounding states while preserving Johnson Roofing’s long-standing culture of safety and service. read more
Join us for an exciting evening at the SprayFoam 2026 Welcome Party & Contractor of the Year Reveal, happening Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Ballroom A at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino read more
High Country Solutions (HCS) are a team of insulation experts operating out of Alpine, Wyoming, led by co-owners Skeeter Aimone and Brad Morrison. Together with their crew of meticulous spray foam pros, they lent their skilled hands and sharp minds to the construction of Jackson Hole Classical Academy’s (JHCA) new campus. read more
As the Technical Director of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), one of my ongoing responsibilities is responding to support line calls from the public. A recurring concern I hear—often weeks or even months after installation—is about lingering chemical odors following interior spray foam or coating applications. read more
A geotechnical polyurethane used for concrete lifting and void filling should travel to the edges of the voids before elevating the slab, knitting cavities together for uniform contact. It should cure to a closed-cell, hydro-insensitive matrix that resists water uptake and maintains properties in damp or saturated soils. read more
Explores how the surge in energy-hungry data centers is driving up household utility bills. As infrastructure costs rise to meet demand, homeowners bear the burden through higher rates. The article explains the link between cloud growth and energy costs, and offers ways for families to reduce the impact. read more
TopBuild Corp., a leader in insulation and building materials, has expanded its specialty distribution and installation network through four new acquisitions across the U.S. This strategic growth strengthens TopBuild’s national presence, enhances service capabilities for contractors and builders, and reinforces its position as a top innovator in the insulation and construction industries. read more
Solstice Advanced Materials announced the successful completion of its spin-off from Honeywell, officially launching as an independent, publicly traded company under the ticker symbol SOLS on Nasdaq. President and CEO David Sewell emphasized the company’s strengthened position to drive customer-partnered innovation, operate with greater agility, and deliver reliable, high-quality materials solutions. read more
Dutch researchers have developed a pioneering method to recycle polyurethane spray foam, potentially transforming how insulation waste is managed worldwide. The breakthrough marks a significant step toward a circular economy for the spray foam industry, reducing landfill waste and advancing sustainability goals. read more
The New American Home 2026, showcased at the upcoming NAHB International Builders’ Show®, demonstrates how advanced materials and smart design can redefine energy performance. Featuring spray foam insulation, Fi-Foil barriers, AeroBarrier sealing, and a robust solar array, the 9,200-square-foot home targets an extraordinary HERS Index of -40 — achieving “above-ground submarine” airtightness and setting a new benchmark for sustainable luxury living. read more
