Insulation industry news from Global Insulation

US: USA Insulation has opened a foam insulation plant in Cleveland, Ohio to meet increased demand for its products. The location was chosen because the injection foam franchise has its headquarters in the town.

"With over 50,000 homes insulated to date, our brand is now recognised as one of the premier residential retrofit insulation companies in America," said Patrick Pitrone, president of USA Insulation Franchise Corporation. "USA Insulation's proprietary injection foam has been used in the sidewalls of new and existing homes for over 30 years and boasts some of the highest R-ratings in the insulation industry."

US: USA Insulation, which specialises in retrofit insulation, opened a new franchise location in St Louis, Missouri on 9 September 2014. The new owner, Doug Graham, will provide homeowners in the Metro St Louis and Metro East areas with USA Insulation's proprietary Premium Foam, among other products.

"We are thrilled to have Doug head up our new franchise in an area of the country that has a large number of homes with insulation needs," said Patrick Pitrone, USA Insulation president. "With the winter and summer temperature extremes that Greater St Louis experiences, USA Insulation will be able to help homeowners be more comfortable in their homes while substantially lowering their energy bills."

USA Insulation's Premium Foam is injected as a liquid into wall cavities from small holes drilled in the home's facing, where it hardens quickly to provide a thermal barrier. USA Insulation also offers blown-in insulation for attic spaces and air sealing to close any openings around pipes and fixtures.

"St. Louis has a large number of old homes, including historical homes that can't be torn down, which are either under-insulated or not insulated," said Graham. "A home is probably the largest investment a person will ever make. Not only will our insulation help homeowners be more comfortable in their homes year-round, it can also enhance the home's resale value."