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Articles Tagged with ''fiberglass''

Katherine Chan, MSFE
International Women’s Day in Design

The Power in Female Representation in the AEC Industry

Katherine Chan, MSFE
Lindsay Lewis is the Editor of Building Enclosure magazine.
Lindsay Lewis
March 16, 2026
From landmark cultural institutions to industry leadership, Katherine Chan shares how mentorship, collaboration, and sustainability are reshaping both the built environment and the path for women in engineering.
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Mitigating Thermal Bridging in Metal-over-Metal Recover Assemblies

Designing the Retrofit
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Brandi Van Wambeke
February 2, 2026

To eliminate the thermal bridge, the specification must introduce a thermal break between the existing structure and the new roof system. A Metal-over-Metal recover system achieves this through a three-component assembly: Flute-Fill Insulation, Tall Clips, and an Air Gap.


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Knauf Insulation to Become First Fiberglass Insulation Manufacturer Formaldehyde Free by End of 2025

Milestone Marks Full Transition to ECOSE Technology Across All Fiberglass Insulation Products
December 18, 2025

Knauf Insulation, Inc. announced that it will become the first fiberglass insulation manufacturer to be entirely formaldehyde-free across its product portfolio by the end of this year.




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Serge Ferrari Group Supports Major Roof Replacement at Tropicana Field

Advanced high-performance membrane solutions strengthen the complex stadium roof
December 5, 2025

Serge Ferrari Group announced that the multi-million-dollar roof replacement at Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, will feature the company’s Tenseo Xtrem GF 7000, a high-performance fiberglass composite membrane.


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How Certified Insulation and Wall Systems Work Together to Improve Indoor Air Quality

Today’s best envelope systems leverage certified, low-emission insulation to support energy efficiency and better indoor air
Dr. Anna O'Donovan
December 5, 2025

This article explores how properly designed wall systems can reduce airborne particulates, improve thermal continuity, minimise condensation risk, and contribute to healthier indoor environments across seasons.


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Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification

Knauf Insulation Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification Across Full Portfolio of Products

Entire portfolio of Knauf Performance+ Insulation now Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly, supporting better indoor air quality
October 13, 2025

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and Allergy Standards Limited announced that the entire Knauf Performance+ portfolio of residential and commercial insulation products have earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification.


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Knauf North America Expanding Blowing Wool Capacity

New blowing wool line in Shelbyville, Ind., scheduled for 2026.
May 19, 2025

New blowing wool line in Shelbyville, Ind., scheduled for 2026.


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Creating Healthier Indoor Environments Through Innovative Building Materials

Explores how third-party certifications are helping drive more intentional material selection across the built environment
Dr. Anna O'Donovan
May 14, 2025

This article explores how innovations in building materials are reshaping the indoor environment by promoting healthier spaces for both residents and workers. 


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The Importance of Low-VOC Insulation

Creating Healthier Workplaces with Smarter Insulation Choices
Dr. Gráinne Cunniffe
December 11, 2024

This article explores how the asthma & allergy friendly Certification Program evaluates a range of fiberglass insulation products, ensuring they contribute to healthier indoor environments.


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Knauf Insulation Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Texas

October 2, 2024

Three years in the making, the facility is equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology and tools. Within the 600,000 square foot facility, Knauf intends to produce and distribute a wide range of fiberglass building insulation for commercial and residential use.


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