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Kingspan Insulation Southern Europe launches Therma TA41 polyisocyanurate insulation panel
Written by Global Insulation staff
13 March 2025
Spain: Kingspan Insulation Southern Europe has launched a new polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation panel, called Therma TA41, in Spain. This product aims to meet the demand for high-performance thermal insulation solutions in building applications. Interempresas Construcción News has reported that Therma TA41 insulation has a thermal conductivity of 0.022W/mK and is suitable for use in flat roofs, ceilings, walls and floors.
Iraqi researchers develop sawdust-clay composite insulation
Written by Global Insulation staff
12 March 2025
Iraq: Researchers found that a sawdust-clay composite reduced power consumption for cooling by up to 37% when used as insulation in test rooms in Kirkuk. In a paper published in the Scientific Reports journal, the team recorded a thermal conductivity of the material of 0.44W/mK. It noted the suitability of the material as a circular insulation alternative for construction in arid regions.
TechnoNICOL to invest US$219m in mineral wool operations in Russia in 2025
Written by Global Insulation staff
11 March 2025
Russia: TechnoNICOL says that it will invest US$219m in new mineral wool plants and plant upgrades in Russia throughout 2025, as part of a drive to raise its capacity to 5Mm3/yr by 2030. Interfax has reported that projects include the upcoming Krasnosulinsky stone wool insulation plant in Rostov, scheduled to open in late 2026. In Moscow, the company is investing US$46.2m to rebuild it Serpukhov glass wool plant, scheduled for completion in April 2026. At its Ryazan plant, meanwhile, TechnoNICOL is installing a 1.25Mm3/yr mineral wool recycling line and captive power plant, with a combined investment of US$29m.
Sika España renames Cototerm façade system as SikaTherm
Written by Global Insulation staff
06 March 2025
Spain: Sika España has rebranded its Cototerm façade insulation system as SikaTherm. Nueva Ferretería News has reported that the newly rebranded product integrates the producer’s local experience with its global research and development.
Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association joins push back against organohalogen flame retardant regulation in Washington State
Written by Global Insulation staff
05 March 2025
US: The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) has opposed the Washington State government’s identification of all organohalogen flame retardants (OFRs) as a priority chemical for additional regulations, including a possible ban. PIMA, along with other industry associations, argues that a blanket treatment of OFRs ignores variations in their chemical structure and risk profiles, thereby complicating efforts to identify safer alternatives while continuing to ensure insulation’s performance and fire safety.