August 2026

Also in the August 2026 Issue:
Economic Update: Upbeat Uncertainty
When economic indicators are all over the place, what’s the bottom line for the mechanical insulation industry?
Bad Specs: Keeping Insulation Specs Simple—from the Contractor Perspective
Bad specs often result not from poor engineering but from use of old specs with outdated products and materials. When contractors and specifiers coordinate to make specs current, everyone on the project benefits, and the system is better designed to meet project objectives.
NIA Contractor Member Insul-Tech Inc. Discusses System Design
NIA Contractor member Insul-Tech’s craftsmanship helped a new client achieve standout aesthetics and system performance at their national corporate headquarters and earned the company second place (tied) in NIA's Insulation Project Art Gallery Showcase and Competition.
Data Centers Rely on Mission-Critical Outdoor Insulation
Mechanical insulation is vital to data centers’ reliable, efficient operations; and businesses in virtually all industries rely on their ability to keep up with the constant flow of information. Read about why and how outdoor insulation is mission critical for these facilities.