Global Insulation

Global Insulation

This report forecasts to 2028 global demand for insulation by material, market, and major world region in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Material segments include: foamed plastic; fiberglass; mineral wool; and other materials such as reflective insulation, radiant barriers, and cellulose. Reported markets encompass: residential buildings; nonresidential buildings; industrial and plant equipment; HVAC and air distribution; appliances; and other markets such as transportation equipment, nonbuilding construction, and off-road equipment. World regions include North America, Western Europe, Asia/Pacific, and all other regions.

To illustrate historical trends, world, material, market, and regional demand (including material and market segments) are provided for 2013, 2018, and 2023. Finally, global production is segmented by major world region and provided for 2013, 2018, 2023, and 2028.

This report analyzes the global insulation industry including both thermal and acoustic products. Granulated mineral wool used in ceiling tiles is not included.

For any given historical year, US dollar amounts are obtained from values expressed in applicable local currency. These local currency values are converted to US dollars at the average annual exchange rate for that year. For forecast years, the US dollar amounts assume the same annual exchange rate as that prevailing in 2023.

Other various topics, including profiles of pertinent leading companies, are covered in this report. A full outline of report items by page is available in the Table of Contents.

Related NAICS Codes:

• 321219 Reconstituted wood product manufacturing
• 326140 Polystyrene foam product manufacturing
• 326150 Urethane and other foam product (except polystyrene) manufacturing
• 327992 Ground or treated mineral and earth manufacturing
• 327993 Mineral wool manufacturing