TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today announced it has received third-party
R-value certification across all its fiberglass and mineral wool batts
and rolls sold in the United States. This validation was awarded from
the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA)
following testing and independent validation by an accredited
third-party lab.
“This certification is the most powerful third-party validation of
R-value available to provide our customers with added confidence that
what they see on the packaging is what they get in thermal performance,”
said Julian Francis, president of the Owens Corning Insulation
business. “We believe it’s incumbent on us as an industry leader to
continually earn the trust of customers through quality, transparency
and accountability. The introduction of this R-value certification is
another step forward in our broader commitment to helping our customers
build better.”
Under the program, Owens Corning agreed to have a random selection of
products regularly tested to verify compliance with the thermal
performance requirements of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC)
“Labeling and Advertising of Home Insulation” (16 C.F.R. Part 460)
regulation.
As energy efficiency is prioritized and energy code standards continue
to increase, building professionals and homeowners need to know the
products they buy will perform as expected. NAIMA’s certification
provides the building owner and occupants with peace of mind that they
are receiving the full value of the advertised thermal performance of
the insulation they have purchased.
“Not all insulation is certified to meet advertised thermal performance,
and once installed, it is difficult to test the actual thermal
performance of the insulation,” added Francis. “The risk to the
occupant, then, is that they are not comfortable in their homes and
continually pay for low-quality product through higher utility costs.
NAIMA has taken a leadership position in advocating for and embracing
this certification as part of an ongoing effort to provide building
professionals and homeowners with the information they need to meet
increasing performance expectations. As the most trusted insulation
brand, we are proud of our history of bringing innovative, high quality
and market-leading products to our industry.”
The R-value certification represents the latest in third-party
verification Owens Corning has earned across the insulation portfolio
and will be visible on packaging later this year.
For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com/verified.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a global leader in insulation, roofing, and fiberglass
composite materials. Its insulation products conserve energy and improve
acoustics, fire resistance, and air quality in the spaces where people
live, work, and play. Its roofing products and systems enhance curb
appeal and protect homes and commercial buildings alike. Its fiberglass
composites make thousands of products lighter, stronger, and more
durable. Owens Corning provides innovative products and solutions that
deliver a material difference to its customers and, ultimately, make the
world a better place. The business is global in scope, with operations
in 33 countries. It is also human in scale, with 20,000 employees
cultivating local and longstanding relationships with customers. Based
in Toledo, Ohio, USA, the company posted 2018 sales of $7.1 billion.
Founded in 1938, it has been a Fortune 500® company for 64 consecutive
years. For more information, please visit www.owenscorning.com.
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