companies. Carlisle Polyurethane Systems brings to the industry a premier level of product innovation, technology and above all else, customer service. Carlisle Polyurethane Systems will continue to focus on foams, surface and specialty coatings, binders, casting resins, adhesives, sealants and elastomers. “The Carlisle brand represents industry-leading innovation, supply chain excellence and customer problem-solving and are thrilled to leverage those attributes; as well as the storied history of our parent company; in our new name,” stated Bill Brengel, Vice President and General Manager for Carlisle Polyurethane Systems.
FRSA Member Paul Alfrey Running for Mayor of the City of Melbourne
Paul Alfrey, Alfrey Roofing Inc., Melbourne, is running for Mayor. “In these challenging times, many small businesses are struggling and residents feel uncertain. Community-minded leadership is more important than ever in an elected official. I strive every day to be that leader,” stated Alfrey in a recent interview. “As each day brings new challenges, it also brings another opportunity to make our community better, safer and stronger,” he noted. “In an effort to help rebuild Melbourne’s local economy I, along with others, have worked tirelessly to reduce regulation to create a pro-businesses environment.” Alfrey represents Melbourne’s District 5 and was elected to the Melbourne City Council in 2016. His current term ends in 2020. Paul is also a member of the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization. Alfrey is an entrepreneur and Melbourne multiple small business owner. He is a Florida Certified Contractor, Home Inspector and Insurance Agent and President of Alfrey Roofing, Incorporated, American Standard Insurance Group and former owner of Humpty Dumpster. Alfrey served as a law enforcement officer, including three years at the Sanford Police Department and 12 years at the Melbourne Police Department, retiring in 2012. Alfrey is a member of Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) and past President of one of Brevard’s oldest associations, the Space Coast Licensed Roofer’s Association (SCLRA). He also served on the FRSA Unlicensed Contractor’s Task Force Committee. 18
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Huntsman Unveils Spray Polyurethane Foam as Huntsman Building Solutions Huntsman Corporation announced that it has branded its world leading spray polyurethane foam (SPF) business as Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS). HBS is a global platform within Huntsman’s Polyurethanes division. The SPF Business was formed when Huntsman acquired leading North American SPF company, Icynene-Lapolla, in February and combined it with Demilec, which Huntsman acquired in 2018. HBS is now one of the world’s leading SPF providers and the fifth largest insulation manufacturer. Simon Baker, previously President of Demilec and Doug Kramer, formerly President of Icynene-Lapolla, jointly lead HBS. Baker is responsible for Canada and international business and Kramer for US business. Commenting on the new name, Tony Hankins, President of Huntsman’s Polyurethanes division, said “Integration of the two legacy companies is progressing well and the selection of the new name is an important milestone for the business. I’m excited about the opportunities that lie ahead, notwithstanding the current challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. SPF is a highly attractive growth business: we have a product offering that is second to none and our products provide significant environmental benefits – not just in terms of energy savings, but also in terms of the upcycling of PET bottles and scrap, which are used in our TEROL polyols, a key ingredient in the production of SPF. HBS will consume significant volumes of our lower margin polymeric MDI – the other key ingredient in SPF formulations – to produce higher margin specialized SPF systems.”
Free NRCA ProCertified Roof System Installer Performance Exams through Cotney Construction Law
Cotney Construction Law will be providing NRCA ProCertified roof system installer performance exams at no charge for anyone in the Tampa or Orlando areas interested in testing for the asphalt shingle or thermoplastic ProCertification designation by NRCA. “We are excited to support NRCA’s efforts to increase ProCertification membership and professionalism within the roofing industry,” says Trent Cotney, CEO of Cotney Construction Law. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) offers a ProCertification program that assists in maintaining a professional, knowledgeable roofing industry workforce. ProCertification includes recommended training, readiness checklists and various certifications for roof system installers and foremen that will continue to attract and recruit high quality members of the workforce within the roofing industry. To receive this certification, you must pass an online exam and installers must also pass a practical hands-on test that will be scored by a Qualified