Industry Experts to Join Special EPA-Hosted Panel on Spray Polyurethane Foam Product Stewardship

The American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) and the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) will participate on a panel discussion in conjunction with Greenbuild 2009 titled “What You Need to Know About the Safe Use of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF)." Hosted by the EPA, the panel will address hazard communication throughout the product value chain and comprehensive training and workplace practices for the safe application and use of SPF. Contact Darcie Honabarger at honabarger.darcie (at) erg.com to reserve a seat.

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) November 5, 2009 -- The American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) Center for the Polyurethanes Industry(CPI) and the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) will participate on a panel discussion hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in conjunction with the U.S. Green Building Council’s GREENBUILD 2009 International Conference and Expo. Topics to be addressed include hazard communication throughout the product value chain and comprehensive training and workplace practices for the safe application and use of SPF.

Spray Polyurethane Foam is a highly effective insulation product that plays an important role in efforts to dramatically increase the energy efficiency of homes, schools and buildings.    

The session, titled “What You Need to Know About the Safe Use of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF),” will take place on Thursday, November 12, 2009, 3:45 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. It will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Regency B Meeting Room, located across the street from the Phoenix Convention Center. Please contact Darcie Honabarger at honabarger.darcie@erg.com to reserve a seat.

A new SPF Health and Safety website, www.spraypolyurethane.com, was recently launched by CPI and SPFA as part of the polyurethane industry’s ongoing education and outreach efforts. The site contains downloadable materials, literature and posters. Topics include an overview of SPF health and safety guidelines, information on personal protective equipment, regulations, and information about “green” marketing. More information also can be found on CPI’s website at http://www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane, and the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) website at www.sprayfoam.org.

About the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI):
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council promotes the sustainable growth of the polyurethane industry, by identifying and managing issues that could impact the industry, in cooperation with user groups. Its members include the nation’s leading producers and distributors of chemicals and equipment used to make polyurethane and manufacture polyurethane products. CPI provides a single, strong and credible voice to advocate on behalf of the interests of the U.S. polyurethanes industry. The business of polyurethanes is a $56.1 billion enterprise, supports about 220,000 jobs and a key element of the nation’s economy. www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane

About the American Chemistry Council (ACC):
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and safety performance through Responsible Care®, common sense advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and health and environmental research and product testing. The business of chemistry is a $689 billion enterprise and a key element of the nation's economy. It is one of the nation’s largest exporters, accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports. Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development. Safety and security have always been primary concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts, working closely with government agencies to improve security and to defend against any threat to the nation’s critical infrastructure. www.americanchemistry.com/newsroom

About the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA):
Established in 1987 as the Polyurethane Foam Contractors Division of SPI, the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) today is the educational and technical resource for the spray polyurethane foam industry. SPFA develops tools designed to educate the construction industry with the positive benefits of spray polyurethane foam roofing and insulation. Comprised of the complete value chain, SPFA also offers a contractor-dedicated training program designed to improve the performance, safety and compliance across the industry. www.sprayfoam.org

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