Engineering an Oasis
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
Lange’s approach to this project mirrored his approach to his entire spray foam career—let’s give it a try and see what happens. If it keeps working, we keep going. read more
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The House that Foam Built
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
There is a foamily who are proving that spray foam is more than just a job. For them, it's a matter of passion and purpose. We speak to the Commette foamily about piloting the complex, and often emotional, intersection of family and business. read more
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Wrapping Up Efficiency
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
Upgrading a 65-year-old school to improve its energy efficiency is essential not only for the building itself but also for the success of its students. read more
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Hue Knew
- By Canadian SPF Contractor
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
Hey fellow foam contractors! If you’ve ever worked on a project north of the border or seen photos from Canadian job sites, you’ve probably noticed something different about our spray foam—it comes in colours (yes, this word has a U). read more
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Lift. Fill. Fix Fast.
- By Samantha Poirier
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
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
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Going Underground
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
K&K Inc., a pipeline company, directly contacted Sioux City Insulation, a company known for its high-quality spray foam insulation services across Sioux City, South Dakota, and Nebraska. K&K inquired about installing spray foam trench breakers for their new natural gas pipeline. read more
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The Warmth Within
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
Founded in 1978 by Keith and Judy Scott in Surrey, British Columbia, Beachcomber Hot Tubs remains a trailblazer in the industry. Their manufacturing facility in Surrey, combined with distribution centers in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, underscores their commitment to Canadian craftsmanship. As a family-owned manufacturer, Beachcomber has produced some of the first hot tubs to include spray foam. read more
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Lincoln Block
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Dec 09, 2025
Lincoln Block: a patented, glue-laminated wood block system that assembles like bricks but builds like lumber. By the time the patents were secured in 2017, Venturo and Frye had consulted with industry experts, including the North American Lumber Association, to make sure the idea was truly viable. read more
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Combatting Rising Utility Bills for Families Living Near Fast-Growing Information Hubs
- By Douglas Brady
- Added on Nov 06, 2025
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
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TopBuild Expands Insulation and Specialty Distribution With Four Strategic Acquisitions
- By TopBuild
- Added on Nov 03, 2025
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
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The New American Home Sets the Bar for Energy Efficiency Using Spray Foam
- By International Builders’ Show
- Added on Oct 24, 2025
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
