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Materials for Energy Efficient Buildings in North America
Frost & Sullivan, July 2010, Pages: 154
This research service analyzes the North American market for energy efficient materials used in buildings. The segments covered in this research service include fiberglass, polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene, extruded polystyrene, cellulose, spray polyurethane foam and mineral wool. Major drivers, restraints and strategic recommendations are discussed in detail. Apart from describing drivers and restraints and how they impact the market, it also provides a discussion on technology trends, competitive structure with the market share analysis and unit shipment and revenue forecasts.
Research Overview
This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Materials for Energy-Efficient Buildings in North America provides a detailed analysis of different markets of thermal insulation materials. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets: fibreglass, mineral wool, expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene, polyisocyanurates, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) and cellulose.
Market Overview
Government Incentives and Legislation Favouring Thermal Insulation Spur Growth of the North American Market for Energy-efficient Materials in Buildings
Thermal insulation is an essential feature for energy efficiency, as most energy concerns in buildings are due to heating and cooling systems. Governments of North American countries have initiated several programmes and incentives as part of the stimulus package to enhance the economic situation. These are indirectly driving the thermal insulation market. “Environmental concerns have spurred the development of technologies that can provide energy-saving solutions,” say the analysts of this research. “The manufacturers, who provide consumers with products which offer both performance and price value, would gain more market share and control the market-place.” In view of reducing energy dependence and for protecting a green habitat, improved methods of thermal insulation are being adopted. This will act as a propelling factor for the energy-efficient building materials market.
However, during the economic downturn, decreased consumer funding and confidence to invest in the volatile markets led to decline in many industries. The real estate market collapsed, and, as a result, associated industries such as building and construction were affected. This acted as a restraining factor for the thermal insulation market. “Decreased household incomes and the burst of the housing bubble, also led to the decline in the residential construction market,” explains the analyst. “This is anticipated to affect the thermal insulation industry due to the reduction in the number of residential construction projects and reduced budgets for construction.” Considering the increasing pricing pressures in the market, it is important for companies to implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising the quality, functionality, and performance of the offered products. Ultimately, products, which provide superior performance at a competitive price, will attract higher sales.
Technical support services are of paramount importance in the thermal insulation market, as they represent a differentiating factor for companies. A company can provide additional value to its customers by providing timely services and offering maintenance contracts. Additionally, training and education from manufacturers will enable contractors to increase their knowledge on the uses of different insulation materials for various requirements. “The collapse of the residential construction industry has induced house-owners to look at retrofitting,” concludes the analyst. “With the government incentives being rolled out as part of the stimulus package, it is anticipated that retrofit markets will experience strong growth in the near future.”
Market Sectors
Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this research:
- Fibreglass
- Mineral wool
- Expanded polystyrene (EPS)
- Extruded polystyrene
- Polyisocyanurates
- Spray polyurethane foam (SPF)
- Cellulose
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