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Knauf Announces New Performance+ Fiberglass Insulation Portfolio, CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly®

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Mittwoch, Mai 1, 2024

SHELBYVILLE, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Knauf Insulation, Inc., a leading, family-owned global manufacturer of fiberglass insulation, today announced the launch of its new HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+. This product line is the first of its kind to be CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® and the only HVAC fiberglass insulation line that is formaldehyde-free.

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  • SHELBYVILLE, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Knauf Insulation, Inc., a leading, family-owned global manufacturer of fiberglass insulation, today announced the launch of its new HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+.
  • This product line is the first of its kind to be CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® and the only HVAC fiberglass insulation line that is formaldehyde-free.
  • The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program established by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), certifies products more suitable for people with asthma and allergies.
  • The Knauf Performance+ line is formaldehyde-free and boasts low VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) levels, which significantly reduces the risk of asthma and allergy triggers.

Owens Corning and Ripple Glass Celebrate Earth Day with Successful Glass Recycling Program

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Donnerstag, April 18, 2024

ATLANTA, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day, Ripple Glass, a company of Strategic Materials, Inc., North America's largest glass recycler, has announced some big recycling numbers in partnership with Owens Corning!

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  • ATLANTA, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day, Ripple Glass, a company of Strategic Materials, Inc., North America's largest glass recycler, has announced some big recycling numbers in partnership with Owens Corning!
  • Since the partnership launched in November 2023, the Owens Corning and Ripple Glass bin has collected a staggering 50 tons of glass.
  • Giving glass a second life, Ripple Glass and sponsor Owens Corning will host Earth Day events, swag giveaways and a social media campaign to support the collection program, with bins in their bold purple color.
  • "We are proud to honor Earth Day with our successful recycling effort in partnership with Ripple Glass," said Eric Miller, Marketing Leader, Owens Corning – Home Center.

asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Honors Clients for Commitment to Innovation

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Mittwoch, März 6, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program has recognized the dedication and innovation of several of the Program's clients and called attention to products that help consumers create healthier indoor environments. The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program is a collaborative initiative between Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) that helps consumers identify products more suitable for people with asthma and allergies.

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  • The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, which helps consumers identify products more suitable for people with asthma and allergies, has recognized the dedication and innovation of several of the Program's CERTIFIED clients.
  • WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program has recognized the dedication and innovation of several of the Program's clients and called attention to products that help consumers create healthier indoor environments.
  • The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program is a collaborative initiative between Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) that helps consumers identify products more suitable for people with asthma and allergies.
  • The Healthy Homes exhibit highlighted how consumers can manage asthma and allergy triggers through a whole-home approach, including using the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Mark as a trusted signpost.

In Celebration of America Recycles Day, Ripple Glass Partners with Owens Corning to expand Glass Recycling Program in Atlanta

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Mittwoch, November 15, 2023

Ripple Glass will host glass recycling events, swag giveaways and a social media campaign to support the collection program, with bins in their bold purple color.

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  • Ripple Glass will host glass recycling events, swag giveaways and a social media campaign to support the collection program, with bins in their bold purple color.
  • With the mantra "Give Glass a Second Life™", Ripple Glass launched their expansion in Atlanta earlier this year and collects more than 1.6 million pounds of glass each week nationwide.
  • "What better way to honor America Recycles Day on November 15th than to launch the first Ripple Glass – Owens Corning sponsored collection bin at Atlanta's CHaRM / Live Thrive , a well-respected non-profit in the area," said Laura Hennemann, SVP, Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Ripple Glass.
  • "We are proud to work with Ripple Glass on this exciting recycling effort," said Eric Miller, Marketing Leader, Owens Corning – Home Center.

Supply Chain’s Premier Conference, Blue Yonder ICON, Takes Place May 2-5 in Las Vegas

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Mittwoch, April 5, 2023

That’s why they are invited to attend ICON 2023 , Blue Yonder’s annual customer conference, taking place both in-person and virtually May 2-5, 2023, from Las Vegas.

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  • That’s why they are invited to attend ICON 2023 , Blue Yonder’s annual customer conference, taking place both in-person and virtually May 2-5, 2023, from Las Vegas.
  • The premier conference for manufacturing, logistics and retail industry leaders features over 200 educational sessions, including 60-plus customer presenters, along with an Expo Hall that will feature Blue Yonder’s solutions and 60 ecosystem partners.
  • Darling will examine the evolution of robotics and AI, how companies should be using – and leading the way with!
  • Engage with 60 Blue Yonder ecosystem partners and learn how their technology enhances Blue Yonder’s supply chain and commerce solutions.

Armstrong World Industries Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results

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Dienstag, Februar 21, 2023

LANCASTER, Pa., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), a leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of ceiling and wall solutions in the Americas, today reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2022 financial results.

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  • Full-year net sales increased 11.4% from prior-year results, with favorable AUV contributing $94 million and higher volumes contributing $33 million.
  • The company generated $182 million in cash flows from operating activities in 2022, compared to $187 million in 2021.
  • During 2022, the company repurchased 1.9 million shares of outstanding common stock for a total cost of $165 million, excluding commissions.
  • As of December 31, 2022, there was $349 million remaining under the Board of Director's current authorized share repurchase program**.

Insulation4Less.co.uk Announces a 10% Manufacturer Price Increase on Celotex Insulation Products

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Donnerstag, Dezember 15, 2022

London, UK, Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Insulation4Less.co.uk, the leading online retailer of insulation products, is warning customers of a 10% price increase on Celotex insulation products starting on the first of January 2023.

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  • London, UK, Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Insulation4Less.co.uk, the leading online retailer of insulation products, is warning customers of a 10% price increase on Celotex insulation products starting on the first of January 2023.
  • The price increase is due to rising manufacturing costs and is being implemented by Celotex, the manufacturer of the insulation products.
  • Insulation4Less.co.uk will continue to offer a wide range of Celotex insulation products at competitive prices, but customers should expect a 10% increase on these products in the coming month.
  • “We apologise for any inconvenience this price increase may cause, but we are committed to offering our customers the best value on top-quality insulation products,” said Johnpaul Manning, Managing Director of Insulation4Less.

Bringing consultancy and execution together: UX/UI design and product development agency COBE joins the Etribes Group

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Dienstag, November 8, 2022

Now that UX/UI design and product development agency COBE ( https://www.cobeisfresh.com ) has become part of the Etribes Group, the digital consultancy has substantially strengthened its implementation capability in the areas of UX/UI design, service design, web, and mobile development.

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  • Now that UX/UI design and product development agency COBE ( https://www.cobeisfresh.com ) has become part of the Etribes Group, the digital consultancy has substantially strengthened its implementation capability in the areas of UX/UI design, service design, web, and mobile development.
  • Together, COBE and Etribes are even more attractive for DAX corporates and German Mittelstand companies.
  • The Etribes Group * generates a joint turnover of over 35 million Euros and employs around 300 people.
  • Etribes Group is defining the next generation of digital consulting focused on digital strategy, e-commerce, venture building, and product development.

Knauf Insulation Recycling Program Collects 11,000 Pounds of Glass at the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix and Nashville Entertainment Districts

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Donnerstag, August 11, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Knauf Insulation, Inc., the official glass recycling partner of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, celebrated an exciting weekend culminating with Scott Dixon winning his 53rd career INDYCAR race. Dixon's win through the streets of Nashville was not the only thing to celebrate. After a month-long glass recycling initiative, Knauf collected more than 11,000 pounds of glass from nine of the most well-known downtown Nashville establishments such as Honky Tonk Central and Tootsie's Orchid Lounge in addition to the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix race campus at Nissan Stadium. Rather than winding up in a landfill, these bottles will be recycled into a raw material used in the manufacturing of Knauf's energy-efficient building insulation.

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  • "We viewed this partnership with the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix as an opportunity to introduce race fans to Knauf Insulation while bringing awareness to the importance of glass recycling.
  • Knauf estimates the continuation of an expanded glass recycling program with the city of Nashville will divert 75,000 tons of glass from landfills to a Knauf facility annually.
  • Knauf takes their values and places them into action," said Big Machine Music City Grand Prix Founder and CEO, Matt Crews.
  • The NTT INDYCAR SERIES visited Nashville Aug. 5-7 for the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, round 14 of the 17-race season.

KNAUF INSULATION & MUSIC CITY GRAND PRIX BRING MAJOR GLASS RECYCLING INITIATIVE TO NASHVILLE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICTS

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Freitag, Juli 22, 2022

"We are very excited that Knauf and Music City Grand Prix has partnered with our bars on Broadway to recycle our glass bottles," said Jeanna Puskar, General Manager of Honkey Tonk Central.

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  • "We are very excited that Knauf and Music City Grand Prix has partnered with our bars on Broadway to recycle our glass bottles," said Jeanna Puskar, General Manager of Honkey Tonk Central.
  • Knauf is heavily invested in improving glass recycling rates given that the company uses 500 million pounds of recycled glass in its manufacturing process annually.
  • For the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, that attracted more than 110,000 guests over three days in last year's inaugural event, Knauf Insulation will be recycling glass onthe Nissan Stadium campus throughout race weekend.
  • The NTT INDYCAR SERIES will visit Nashville Aug. 5-7 for the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, Round 14 of the 17-race season.