Author Archives: Nick Harvill

About Nick Harvill

Bachelor in Civil Engineering Technology 1982 and Associate in Architectural Technology from Southern Technical Institute 1977. Thirty Seven years experience selling Roof Insulation, EIFS Insulation and shapes, Packaging, OEM, and Manufacturing. Wife Robin, Daughter Samantha 25, Sons Nick, Jr. 23 and Ben 13.

Why Not Tapered EPS?

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Nick Harvill

  By: Nick Harvill, Sales Representative I recently had an Architect ask me why should they use Foam-Control® PLUS+® Tapered EPS to slope their roofs rather than Polyiso? My answer was, “Why wouldn’t you use EPS?” It has been proven … Continue reading →

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Take a Dip with Geofoam for Rooftop Pools

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Nick Harvill

By: Nick Harvill, Sales Representative While Foam-Control® Geofoam is often used to infill existing swimming pools that have outlived their purpose, Geofoam can also be used to shape new pools. Above grade pools are often installed in large metal boxes … Continue reading →

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You Can Trust Geofoam

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Nick Harvill

By: Nick Harvill, Sales Representative Geofoam is a cellular plastic material that is strong with a very low density, one percent of traditional earth materials. Geofoam has been used in engineering and geotechnical applications worldwide for more than 30 years. … Continue reading →

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Geofoam: The Problem Solver

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Nick Harvill

By: Nick Harvill, Sales Representative, Architectural Products The Atlanta, Georgia storm water system is tied to the city’s sanitary sewer system. So when heavy rains come down, the system is frequently overwhelmed. As the rainstorm continues, the sewer system begins … Continue reading →

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The History of Laminated EPS Sheathing

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Nick Harvill

By: Nick Harvill, Sales Representative - Architectural Products ACH Foam Technologies produces Polar-R®, a 4’ x 8’ laminated sheathing, and Polar Fold®, a 4’ x 50’ sheet that comes folded in a 24” x 48” bundle. The durable facers make … Continue reading →

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