Owens Corning Converts all XPS Insulation Production in US and Canada to FOAMULAR NGX
Owens Corning continues to introduce manufacturing achievements that help reduce the environmental footprint of buildings, as it announces the full conversion of its extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation production to FOAMULAR® NGX® (Next Generation Extruded) in all US and Canadian plants. The conversion reflects Owens Corning’s leadership in achieving high-performing buildings and eliminating HFC 134a from its XPS insulation products a year before new environmental regulations go into effect.
The production conversion builds upon Owens Corning’s commitment to be a leader in the industry’s adaptation to new environmental regulations taking effect in 2025. The proprietary blowing agent in FOAMULAR® NGX® helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and delivers a greater than 80% reduction in embodied carbon of the product.1 Owens Corning’s efforts to help reduce the environmental impact of building products go beyond research and development, and the material science innovations that led to award-winning FOAMULAR® NGX®. Strategic sourcing and supply chain decisions also played a role in assuring production capacity. Investments in manufacturing capital – including the recent groundbreaking at a new manufacturing facility in Russellville, Arkansas – reflect the residential and commercial building sector’s robust demand for lower embodied carbon building materials.1