No. One of the great benefits of all Handi-Foam Two Component products is that they are 100% free of VOC's.

Two-component foam ? Leave dispensing gun attached to cylinders and under constant pressure. Always leave the used nozzle on. Cylinder valves should be turned off; however, do not drain hoses. Fresh chemical should be dispensed through the dispensing gun every 5 to 7 days to avoid crystallization within the hoses.

One-component foam comes in a single can (or cylinder) and cures in 10 to 20 minutes through a reaction with moisture in the atmosphere, but can take up to 12 hours. Two-component foam comes in a kit with two cans (or cylinders), each containing separate chemical. Upon activation of the kit, the chemicals are mixed and dispensed through a specialized dispensing unit. The cure time is much shorter than one-component foams, usually within two minutes.

Handi-Foam? is very easy to use as long as you stick to instructions and guidelines, Use your common sense and respect the product. The advantage of using Handi-Foam? is that you can do it yourself and save hundreds from paying an outside company. Handi-Foam has been designed for the DIY market, making it is easy to use and understand. Full Operating Instructions are supplied with every set of cylinders.

Yes, polyurethane foam will resist the elements. However, the foam will eventually discolour (turn dark yellow) if exposed to UV rays from the sun. This can be prevented if the foam is coated with paint or stain.

No, Handi-Foam is not rated for Firestopping applications. Handi-Foam E84 Class 1 foams are classified as flame retardent. This may include insulating rim joists, tub and spa applications, use in mechanical rooms near machinery and in vehicles and refrigerated trucks. Cured foam should not be exposed to flame or temps in excess of 200 deg for one component foam and 240 F for two component foam.

Polyurethane based foams are sensitive to UV light ( Sunlight ). Any UV exposure indoors or out will cause the foam to break down. If used in an area exposed to UV the foam must be painted to provide UV protection. However it will work very well in an outdoor application as long as it is coated.

Handi-Foam One-Component Foam is classified as a UL/ULC polyurethane foam sealant. All One-Component Foams cure when moisture found in the air reacts with the chemistry of the dispensed foam. Optimal air temperature for using foam is between 65 F – 100 F. Under these conditions expect material to dry tack free in 10 minutes and to fully cure in 1 hour. Under conditions of low humidity or when used in cooler temperatures the cure time will be longer.

One-Component straw foam - Leave straw adapter connected to aerosol can. Trim off tip of straw to reuse. Product must be reused within 30 days. One-Component gun foam - Leave pressurized can of foam attached to gun during storage. Product must be reused within 30 days. Always remove and discard the used gun nozzle. Never attempt to dispense material through a nozzle that has been left unused for more than 45 seconds! Doing so will ruin the Gun and Hose assembly.

Two-Component chemically cured Handi-Foam has an expansion ratio of up to 8 times the original volume. One-Component moisture cured Handi-Foam has an expansion ratio of 2-3 times the size of the bead dispensed from the can.

Handi-Foam should be applied when the temperature of the tank contents is between 75 and 85 degrees F. If the tank or can is warm to the touch then it will dispense properly. It is important to remember that the contents of the tanks will take some time to warm up completely. This is a non-issue on a warm summer day. But in winter if the tanks have been stored in an unheated area it may take a considerable time to be certain the actual contents have warmed up.

Yes it can. Handi-Foam meets the U.S.Coast Guard Spec. for flotation in Title 33 Code of Federal Regulations, Paragraph 183.114. We recommend the use of Handi-Foam Slow Rise for a more controlled application. Also keep in mind that large volumes of foam in a confined space can generate heat while curing. Use caution when touching a metal pontoon or canister until it cools. Handi-Foam exposed to UV rays must be painted to avoid the hardened foam being damaged by sunlight.

Once opened, you can have a break between using the Handi Foam, just remember to turn off all values, engage the trigger safety latch and leave a used nozzle attached to the Handi Gun. When re-using, turn values on, take off trigger safety and replace nozzle. (re-use within 14 days of opening)

Handi-Stick One-Component General Purpose Adhesive is classified as a UL/ULC polyurethane foam sealant/adhesive. All One-Component Foams cure when moisture found in the air reacts with the chemistry of the dispensed foam. Optimal air temperature for using General Purpose Adhesive foam are between 65F and 100F Under these conditions adhered item must be in place and mechanically fastened within 20 minutes. Minimum cure strength is reached in 2 hours and full bond is achieved in 7 days.

Handi-Stick One-Component Construction Adhesive is classified as a UL/ULC polyurethane foam sealant/adhesive. All One-Component Foams cure when moisture found in the air reacts with the chemistry of the dispensed foam. Optimal air temperature for using foam is between 65 F – 100 F. Under these conditions expect a working time of no more than 2 minutes, a cure to hardness in 1 hour and a complete and final cure in 24 hours.

ASTM E-84 Class 1 is a rating indicating a material is fire rated product. When a flame-retarded material passes a specified flammability test, it is termed a fire rated product. In practical terms, a fire rated product aids in reducing the risk of flashover in a major fire by its diminished role on supporting combustion. However, being organic in nature, fire rated products are still combustible.

No you do not, all the accessories needed are supplied in the foam kit. This includes factory attached hoses and a dispensing gun. The hose length is 9-1/2 ft. The larger II-600 and II-605 kits come with 15’ hoses. All kits come with 8 disposable nozzles (5 Cone and 3 Fan Nozzles).