Spray Foam Summer Issue 2023 News and Market Information | SprayFoam Magazine News

The Rig
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
One of the many great things about the spray foam industry is some of the great people it attracts. Not only do these standout characters bring light and entertainment to what can be a tough business, they bring creativity too. The Spray Foam Magazine team (SFMT) wanted to see how this ingenuity was incorporated into the rigs. Therefore, we decided to hold a competition to feature one contractor’s winning rig design on Spray Foam Magazine’s Summer Issue 2023 cover. read more

Bridging the Gap
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
The Port of Seattle requires constant maintenance to ensure trade flows and infrastructure are not interrupted. The Spray Foam Magazine Team (SFMT) was eager to find out how and why a geotechnical foam helped with one of the renovations at the port. Heading to Seattle, we spoke with Jerald Sargent of Slabjack Geotechnical LLC to find out. read more

Safety First
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
There are so many aspects to consider when building or redesigning a spray foam rig; the process can be overwhelming. The equipment, machines, spray guns, hoses and transfer pumps are all to be considered in the design. However, there is one crucial factor that is sometimes overlooked in the excitement of setting up a rig, and that is the requirements for proper safety equipment. read more

Unveiling the Luxurious Secret
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
Imagine owning a private island with panoramic views of the water and a private escape from the hecticness of everyday life. Make no mistake, this 2.27-acre domain is not a scene from the movie Castaway but instead a luxury estate situated on the only private island in Palm Beach, South Florida. As it so happens, spray foam was the insulation of choice to improve the building envelope of this impressive 28,618 sq.ft. property, which is only accessible via a narrow bridge. read more

SEAL Team Fix
- By William Bales
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
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

All Eyes on PFAS Legislations
- By Rick Duncan
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
The Minnesota legislature has recently introduced several bills to regulate the use of PFAS, and several other states are likely close behind. The regulation proposed in Minnesota is very similar to PFAS regulation already enacted into law in Maine. read more

Harnessing Comfort & Efficiency
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
When there is a strict deadline, there’s no time for horseplay! Located in Louisville, KY, the Churchill Downs Racetrack (CDRT), is one of most well-known horse racetracks in the world. Famous for hosting The Kentucky Derby, the annual horse racing event held in the United States since 1875, this grand track is situated on a striking 175 acres. read more

Fish Out of Water
- By William Bales
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
Originally from outside Baltimore, Maryland, Travis Skinner lives on Lummi Island situated in the San Juan Island chain north of Seattle. He’s a skilled woodworker, metalsmith, and sculptor who used a combination of his skills and talents along with his friend, colleague and fellow metalsmith Travis Conn to build the “Anglerfish.” read more

Don’t Forget About Your Drums
- By Justin Strombeck
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
As spring arrives and the temperature starts to rise, many contractors pay less attention to their drum processing temperatures. When you look at the tech data sheets from the chemical manufacturers, the processing temperatures are the only numbers that do not have the precursor of “recommended or suggested.” read more

From Application to Performance
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
Open-cell spray foam insulation was first introduced in the late 1970s, but it wasn't until the 1990s that it gained widespread popularity in the construction industry. Today, it has revolutionized the insulation category by providing a more efficient alternative to traditional materials such as fiberglass and cellulose, and its widespread use has helped to reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and create more comfortable and sustainable buildings. read more

Spray Guns Galore!
- By Dudley J. Primeaux II, PCS, CCI
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
Picking up from the last article in Spray Foam Magazine, there is always some “Method to One’s Madness” if you will. Usually after discussing in general all the parts to a set-up, one would logically start from the beginning of the process. However, for this article, we will start with the end of the process. Why you might ask? Well, that’s simple. Based upon a recent posting on a prominent social media site, it is appropriate that we start with the spray guns for this segment. read more

If You Build It, They Will Come
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Jun 01, 2023
MCC is one of North America’s leading polyurea and spray foam distributors, specializing in nationally known products, knowledgeable service, high-quality equipment sales, and customized, turn-key rigs for professional contractors. read more