Knauf's HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf
Performance+, has achieved asthma & allergy
friendly® Certification, demonstrating Knauf's
dedication to promoting healthier indoor spaces through their
advanced insulation products.
WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of
America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced that
Knauf's HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf
Performance+, has been CERTIFIED by the asthma & allergy
friendly® Certification Program.
"Knauf's development of this innovative
insulation product that meets our program's standards will help
improve indoor air quality – even though you can't see it, it will
be making a difference," said Kenneth
Mendez, President and CEO of AAFA.
The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification
Program is a collaborative initiative between ASL and AAFA that
helps consumers identify products more suitable for people with
asthma and allergies. Products undergo independent testing to meet
scientific standards established by the program. Only products that
meet those rigorous standards earn the certification mark.
Knauf Insulation, Inc., a leading, family-owned global
manufacturer of fiberglass insulation, is launching this new
expanded CERTIFIED line to coincide with National Asthma and
Allergy Awareness Month, observed in May. With over 100 million
people in the United States
affected by asthma and/or allergies, Knauf's initiative addresses
the critical need for indoor air quality improvement. This product
line in particular addresses concerns about indoor air pollutants,
such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
"This certification is a testament to how deeply we care about
what goes into our products, how they are made, and most
importantly how they will impact installers and occupants," said
Nathan Walker, SVP Sales, Marketing
and Innovation.
To earn the certification, the Knauf Performance+ CERTIFIED
asthma & allergy friendly® product line underwent
comprehensive scientific testing and demonstrated:
- Compliance with airborne dust, particle, and fiber limits
following installation and room disturbance
- Resistance to fungal growth
- VOC emissions below strict criteria 24 hours and 14 days
post-installation
- Absence of allergenic or sensitizing chemicals, or their
concentration below levels of concern for sensitive
individuals
"We commend Knauf's proactive approach to addressing indoor air
quality concerns through the expansion of their CERTIFIED product
line," said Dr. John McKeon, CEO of
ASL. "By meeting our rigorous standards, Knauf reaffirms its
commitment to providing consumers with high-quality products that
contribute to improved indoor air quality and healthier indoor
spaces."
"People spend about 90% of their time indoors," said
Kenneth Mendez, President and CEO of
AAFA. "When it comes to indoor air in our homes, we don't often
think about what we can't see, like insulation that is behind walls
or around ventilation systems. Knauf's development of this
innovative insulation product that meets our program's standards
will help improve indoor air quality – even though you can't see
it, it will be making a difference."
About the asthma & allergy friendly®
Certification Program
The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification
Program is a unique, groundbreaking collaboration between the
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy
Standards Limited (ASL). This program helps people make informed
purchases for a healthier home. The program tests products against
strict standards. Products passing these tests earn the CERTIFIED
asthma & allergy friendly® mark. Certified products
include air cleaners, bedding, cleaning products, flooring, paints,
vacuum cleaners, washing machines, and more. For more information
about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification
Program, visit: aafa.org/certified
About Knauf Insulation
Knauf North America is part of Knauf Group, a family-owned
global manufacturer of building materials based in Iphofen,
Germany. As a multi-billion-dollar
company Knauf leverages the expertise of over 40,000 employees
across 300 production facilities in 90 countries. In North America
Knauf Insulation is a leading manufacturer of thermal and
acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial,
industrial, OEM and metal building applications. Knauf's mission is
to challenge conventional thinking and create innovative solutions
that shape the way we live and build in the future, with care for
the people who make them, the people who use them and the world we
all depend on. For more information, visit
https://www.knaufnorthamerica.com/en-us
Media Contact
Brianna Williams, asthma &
allergy friendly® Certification Program, 1 1
540-538-3286, brianna@sparkscg.com,
https://www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com/USA/
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