# Owens Corning

> Owens Corning manufactures roofing, insulation, and doors for builders, contractors, distributors, retailers, and homeowners. Founded in 1938 by Owens-Illinois and Corning Glass Works, it has shifted toward branded building products in North America and Europe through the 2024 Masonite acquisition and 2026 glass reinforcements divestiture.

- **Founded:** 1938
- **Headquarters:** Toledo, United States
- **Founders:** Owens-Illinois (Co-founding company), Corning Glass Works (Co-founding company)
- **Products:** Duration Series shingles with SureNail Technology, Total Protection Roofing System, PINK Next Gen Fiberglas insulation, Thermafiber insulation, FOAMGLAS insulation
- **Notable:** Commercial fiberglass pioneer formed in 1938., Introduced a rotary fiberizer for fiberglass wool production in 1954., Established a pink insulation identity and a Pink Panther marketing partnership dating to 1980.

## Products & services

- **Duration Series shingles with SureNail Technology** — Asphalt roofing shingles with a visible engineered fabric nailing strip to help guide fastening and reinforce the nailing area.
- **Total Protection Roofing System** — Roofing components marketed as a coordinated system, including shingles, underlayments, and ventilation.
- **PINK Next Gen Fiberglas insulation** — Batt and roll fiberglass insulation launched in 2021, with no added formaldehyde and handling improvements for installers.
- **Thermafiber insulation** — Mineral wool insulation, including formaldehyde-free product options for commercial and residential uses.
- **FOAMGLAS insulation** — Cellular glass insulation used in commercial and industrial applications.
- **PAROC insulation** — Stone wool products for building, HVAC, marine, and industrial applications.
- **Masonite doors and door systems** — Interior and exterior doors and door systems; Masonite was acquired in May 2024.

## Achievements

- Commercial fiberglass pioneer formed in 1938.
- Introduced a rotary fiberizer for fiberglass wool production in 1954.
- Established a pink insulation identity and a Pink Panther marketing partnership dating to 1980.
- Roof Deployment Project passed 500 donated roofs for U.S. veterans in 2023.
- Completed approximately $3.9 billion Masonite acquisition on May 15, 2024.
- Completed glass reinforcements divestiture on April 30, 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — Announced that third-quarter results are scheduled for November 4, 2026.
- **2026-09** — Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.79 per common share, payable November 5, 2026.
- **2026-09** — Elected former Freddie Mac CEO Michael DeVito to the board.
- **2026-08** — Reported second-quarter continuing-operations net sales of $2.756 billion and net earnings attributable to Owens Corning of $310 million.
- **2026-04** — Completed glass reinforcements sale to Praana Group on April 30; completion announced May 1. Agreed enterprise value was $645 million, distinct from cash proceeds.

## Links

- Website: https://www.owenscorning.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/owens-corning/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OwensCorning
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/owenscorning
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareowenscorning/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreOwensCorning

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Last updated: 2026-10-22