200

Blueprint for high performance building envelopes with foam insulation. This course covers in great detail the impact of foam insulation on the building envelope. Its primary focus is the technical sales discussion with the end user such as the home owner, builder, or architect. Approximate length: 4 hours.

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201

Sales training for the foam insulation sales person. An add-on class for course 200. It covers basic sales strategies related to foam insulation, dealing with the customer’s objections to high pricing, and more. Approximate length: 2 hours.

300

Job costing for the insulation contractor. This includes a thorough discussion of foam yield calculations, job cost and profit estimates, and comparison of cost advantages of various foam systems. Also included is a brief discussion of an alternative compensation system for your field staff. Approximate length: 2 hours

401

Spray gun training, including repair and maintenance. This class also covers general strategies for avoiding crossovers, and discusses the impact of moisture contents, heat and pressure on gun performance. Also included is a discussion of how to select the right gun, mixing chambers, specialty spray pattern tips and other accessories. Depending on the students' interest, emphasis will be on selected guns. Approximate length: 3 hours

402

Proportioner training. Includes maintenance and general trouble-shooting. This class also features a general overview of the different types of proportioners, as well as a guide for selecting the right machine for the right application. Approx. length: 4 hours, but may be longer depending on interest levels of students.

471

Abbreviated fast track class. Covers courses 401 and 402 in a short overview; only 4 hours total.

501

Introduction to becoming a successful Insulation Foam Mechanic. This class covers various spray techniques including studs, open walls, and injection. We discuss the preferred application methods for different types of foam. Also covered is a general introduction to material safety (including handling precautions), respiratory protection, and property protection (over spray). Approximate length: 4 hours.
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601

Specialty mini series:

- Preventing mold in the building envelope

- The unvented attic

- UBC Chapter 26

- Foam Safety Classifications and general fire safety considerations

901

Your next polymer spray rig. This is a half day presentation covering CPI’s mobile spray rigs, including proportioner choices and general industry updates. Half day session. Important note: these sessions  provide both a service to the general foam industry and a sales event for CPI. There is no charge for this presentation.