Knauf Insulation announced that its insulation has now been validated by UL Environment to contain 61.9 percent post-consumer recycled content by weight. According to the company, this is a new industry benchmark. Knauf said it increased the figure by 6.2 percent over the last six months.
The TapeMaster™ HVAC-TAPE2 is a 2-inch aluminum foil tape dispenser. It is engineered to remove the paper release liner from foil tapes with ease. The tape dispenser conveniently rolls the waste paper onto a take-up reel for easy disposal, eliminating little pieces of scrap from the jobsite, the company said.
Enhancements to the entire Fiberglas™ pipe insulation product line, along with the company’s SSL II® positive closure system, deliver consistent pipe insulation sections that are easier to install and have a smooth appearance. In addition, the pipe insulation cartons have been upgraded to make them sturdier to withstand the rigors of jobsites.
Dow Building Solutions, a business unit of the Dow Chemical Co., has announced two new research and development (R&D) test facilities located at the Dow Building Solutions’ North American headquarters in Midland, Mich.
Honeywell and Sinochem Group signed an agreement to form a 50/50 joint venture to produce and sell blowing agents for energy-efficient foam insulation in China.
Designed for exterior applications, the ArmaTuff® insulation product is a combination of a multilaminate cladding material manufactured by Venture and laminated to Armaflex® insulation.
Self-contained, the Constant Pressure Dispensing System (CPDS) is a spray foam system that dispenses Class I fire retardant, thermal-insulating, and sound-attenuating two-component polyurethane spray foam.
Operating under a joint venture with Albin Carlson & Co., Patrick Energy was awarded a design-build contract to replace the aging steam system and support infrastructure at the Soo Locks.
Through the introduction of three new online tools, CertainTeed Insulation said it is helping building professionals better market efficiency improvements.
Photos from the 2013 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo in Orlando, Fla.
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