Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA)
Why staying connected to your industry association matters
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Why industry associations matter more than ever in spray foam. The spray foam industry continues to gain momentum across North America, and if there is one lesson I've learned through decades of working with roofing, coatings and building envelope professionals, it is this: the companies that stay engaged ...
How SPFA brings the industry together
By Emma Peterson. A conversation with SPFA’s Lisa Smith on how SPFA empowers contractors and members through education, resources, events and more. Founded in 1987, the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) is a national 501(c)6 trade association. Their mission is to provide support to contractors, manufacturers, distributors and other professionals ...
Spray foam roofing for digesters
By Dani Sheehan. Expand into the industrial market and see why spray foam roofing addresses the insulation challenge on wastewater digesters. As wastewater treatment facilities continue to prioritize efficiency, sustainability and long-term performance, more operators are turning to spray foam roofing (SPF) as a solution for insulating and protecting digester ...
Building a more versatile business with spray foam
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors looking to differentiate in 2026 are finding new opportunities in spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing systems that solve challenges traditional systems can’t always address. For contractors looking to grow their commercial capabilities, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) can be more than another system to offer. It can ...
Spray foam solution seals elementary school roof ahead of tight deadline
By Jesse Sanchez. A recent school roof overhaul highlights safety, sustainability and seamless execution by a top-rated contractor. When South Park Elementary School faced the daunting task of replacing its roof in time for the new school year, Strong Contractors Inc. stepped up to deliver — with precision, speed and ...
Spray foam is a system
By Emma Peterson. Hear from Mark Hearn of Enverge about why spray foam is more than just insulation. Back in March, we hosted a soundstage at the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance’s 2026 show. One of our guests was Mark Hearn from Enverge, a company we just welcomed to The Coffee ...
Spray foam industry builds momentum at 2026 convention
By Jenny Yu. The 2026 SPFA Convention and Expo brought together contractors and manufacturers to focus on education and growth. The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) 2026 Convention and Expo brought the spray foam industry together, drawing nearly 2,300 attendees and 106 exhibitors to Las Vegas for several days ...
Coffee Conversations LIVE from SPFA 2026
Join CoatingsCoffeeShop® for a live Coffee Conversations at SPFA, sponsored by HandiFoam, as we bring together industry leaders to explore the forces shaping spray foam in construction. From growth across roofing, insulation and specialty applications to emerging innovations and evolving building codes, this discussion dives into what contractors need to ...
A better seal starts here
By Dani Sheehan. A new drywall-to-framing solution is helping contractors improve energy efficiency, reduce callbacks and streamline installation. Contractors know that small gaps can turn into big problems. Air leakage, moisture intrusion and even minor inconsistencies in drywall installation can slowly chip away at a building’s performance. At the SprayFoam ...
Coffee Conversations LIVE from SPFA 2026
Join CoatingsCoffeeShop® for a live Coffee Conversations at SPFA, sponsored by HandiFoam, as we bring together industry leaders to explore the forces shaping spray foam in construction. From growth across roofing, insulation and specialty applications to emerging innovations and evolving building codes, this discussion dives into what contractors need to ...
