Insulation industry news from Global Insulation

Australia: Armacell has acquired the engineering business of insulation jacketing producer E&M Industries. The group says that the business will continue to operate at its existing site in Perth, Western Australia, under the new name Armacell Australia Engineering.

Armacell Asia-Pacific vice president Liam Douglas said "This deal reinforces our endeavour of transitioning from a materials manufacturer to an industrial solutions provider with a strong focus on energy-saving solutions. E&M Industries has a successful track record in the insulation jacketing industry and we are confident that their experienced team will contribute to our growth in Australia."

Finland: Stora Enso has launched NeoLigno, a bio-based binder for mineral and glass wool insulation, designed to replace formaldehyde and isocyanates. NeoLigno is produced from lignin, a byproduct from the pulp industry. Stora Enso says that it offers superior mechanical strength and performs better in humid conditions than classic binders.

Senior research and development specialist Sara Faldt said "We see no major modifications or redesigns needed in the production line for companies who wish to make the sustainable switch and implement NeoLigno."