Fajardo, Puerto Rico—March 27, 2026—The National Insulation Association (NIA) is proud to honor the winners of the 2026 Premier Industry Manufacturer Awards, which were announced in conjunction with its 70th Annual Convention, which took place in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, March 24–26, 2026.
The 2026 Premier Industry Manufacturers are:
Aeroflex USA
Armacell
Johns Manville
Knauf
Owens Corning
Proto Corporation
ROCKWOOL Technical Insulation
This award was first presented 7 years ago to recognize and distinguish exemplary manufacturing companies as insulation industry advocates and leaders. Available exclusively within NIA, the award spotlights Associate (Manufacturer) companies for demonstrating leadership, dedication, and support to the mechanical insulation industry and NIA. NIA’s Associate members demonstrate to customers that their company is a recognized leader among their peers.
“We’re honored to recognize seven industry-leading companies for this year’s award!” said Michele M. Jones, NIA’s Executive Vice President/CEO. “These exemplary organizations continue to champion the power of the insulation industry through their dedication to our mission, their leadership, and their active participation and support of NIA’s initiatives. Their passion to advance our shared goals helps strengthen the association and highlights the critical role insulation plays in energy efficiency and sustainability. We’re thrilled to celebrate their accomplishments throughout 2026 and the example they set for the industry.”
To learn more about this yearly award, please visit the Premier Industry Manufacturer Award web page.
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About NIA
NIA is a not-for-profit trade association representing both merit (open shop) and union contractors, distributors, laminators, fabricators, and manufacturers that provide thermal insulation, insulation accessories, and components to the commercial, mechanical, and industrial markets throughout the nation. Since 1953, the northern Virginia-based association has been the voice of the insulation industry and is dedicated to keeping the commercial and industrial insulation industry up to date on the latest industry trends and technologies. For more information, visit www.insulation.org.
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