NAIMA is recognized as the voice of the insulation industry for architects and builders; design, process and maintenance engineers; contractors; code groups and standards organizations; government agencies; public interest, energy and environmental groups; and homeowners. NAIMA is an authoritative resource on energy-efficiency, sustainable performance, and the application and safety of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool insulation products.
Ninety Percent of U.S. Homes Are Under Insulated
Boosting Insulation in Existing Homes Could Cut Costs, Reduce CO2 Emissions and Increase Comfort ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Based on new research, the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) estimates that roughly 90 percent of existing U.S. homes[1] are under insulated[2], wasting energy, money and decreasing comfort for homeowners. This estimate is derived […]
Report: All Insulation Materials Perform Equally Well When Properly Installed
Study debunks myth of superior insulator ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — A new study from Building Science Corporation (BSC) demonstrates that all insulation products perform equally well when properly installed and air sealed. The Thermal Metric Summary Report concludes a multi-year collaborative research project that examined the thermal performance of typical walls with air […]
ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has issued a new publication entitled Guide to Insulating Chilled Water Piping Systems With Mineral Fiber Pipe Insulation. Developed for professional insulation contractors, this comprehensive 36-page guide recommends methods for insulating chilled water piping systems using a vapor sealed mineral fiber pipe […]
NAIMA's Insulation Institute Announces Webinar Series on Evolving Home Energy Efficiency Codes
Homebuilders Encouraged to Participate ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — The Insulation Institute, part of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, announced today it will host two separate webinars for Dallas and Denver metro area home builders. The webinars, slated for June 23 and 25 respectively, will examine evolving residential energy efficiency codes — focusing […]
Insulation Reduces Energy Use, Provides Environmental and Economic Benefits
New Video Touts Insulation's Role in Protecting People, Their Pocketbooks & the Planet ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 21, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — In a new video released today, the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) tells consumers that fiber glass and mineral wool insulation play a key role in achieving greater energy efficiency by lowering building energy requirements. […]
Jordan Doria Named VP, Market Development of NAIMA
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Jordan Doria has been named Vice President, Market Development of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA), where he will be responsible for developing and executing market expansion opportunities for the organization's members – manufacturers of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool insulation. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150113/168887 Prior to […]
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) announced the results of a recent survey of its members' use of pre- and post-consumer recycled materials in insulation and acoustical products in 2013. The survey includes data from both U.S. and Canadian manufacturing facilities. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140924/148258 According to the survey, […]
NAIMA Releases New Instructional Training Series DVD on Fiber Glass Duct Board Fabrication
DVD includes 22 training demonstrations of multiple fittings for both beginners and experienced HVAC contractors. ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) announces the release of a new instructional training series DVD on fabricating fiber glass duct board systems. Based on NAIMA's Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard, the DVD […]
Curt Rich Named President and CEO of NAIMA
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Curt Rich has been named President and CEO of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA), where he will be responsible for charting the strategic direction of the organization as it leverages the significant role of insulation in achieving energy efficiency. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140602/93241 Curt was most recently […]
Energy Efficiency through Insulation Key to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Homeowners, Industries and Governments All Play a Role ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — As the 44th anniversary of Earth Day approaches on April 22, the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) reminds the public about the key role of fiber glass and mineral wool insulation in achieving greater energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas […]
BCSE, NAIMA Participate in 19th Conference of the Parties
WARSAW, Poland, Nov. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Lisa Jacobson, President of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) and Kate Offringa, President and CEO of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) will participate Friday in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP19) Business and Industry (BINGO) Day. The event, organized by BCSE and […]
North American Insulation Manufacturers Association Marks 80 Years of Leadership
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) celebrates its 80thanniversary this week. Since 1933, NAIMA and its predecessor associations have had as their foundation a dedication to promoting energy efficiency and environmental preservation through the use of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool insulation products, while encouraging the safe production and […]
Studies estimate that manufacturers will use more than 1.7 billion pounds of recycled glass in 2013 ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA http://www.naima.org) announced the results of a recent survey of its members' use of pre- and post-consumer recycled materials in insulation products in 2012. The survey includes data from […]
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has named Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd Director, Communications. Fitzgerald-Redd is responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communications initiatives designed in support of the mission of NAIMA for fiberglass, rock and slag wool insulation products. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130827/PH69613 ) Fitzgerald-Redd was most recently with the USA Rice […]
