Owens
Corning, the company that invented glass
fiber, boasts a fascinating history of
innovation and entrepreneurship. This
legacy has continued as the company grew
into the world leader in advanced glass
and building material systems, and expands
globally through today's competitive,
international markets.
But
how does Owens Corning make glass fiber?
How did we turn it into a global industry?
What else do we do? Now, here's everything
you ever wondered about Owens Corning,
but didn't know who to ask. The information
in the following categories provides a
thorough overview of the company - inside
and out - from our corporate philosophy,
history, products and facilities to our
community outreach and environmental activities
and communicating information about health
and safety. The bottom line -- who we
are and what we stand for.
All
about Owens Corning. Past, present and
future. We'll take you back through our
history and the development of the first
glass fibers. Explain the Core Values
that guide our business now. And share
our philosophy on corporate responsibility.
Learn what our leaders are thinking about
-- what they have to say just might surprise
you.
Owens
Corning does that? Yes, we do. In fact,
our customers incorporate Owens Corning
materials solutions to produce a host
of products and equipment you probably
never thought of. Like cars and computers.
Optic fiber cables, pipes and bridges.
Hockey sticks, tennis rackets and much
more. By using Owens Corning glass fiber
reinforcments and technological support,
our customers can make their end-use applications
stronger, lighter and more durable...see
how our materials find their way into
everyday life. We also sponsor exciting
sports like Freestyle skiing, and innovative
projects like the Sunraycer solar-powered
vehicle. Check us out!
Health
& Safety Answers. Owens Corning fiber
glass insulation's main environmental
benefit is energy savings. But, all insulations
save energy. What makes fiber glass insulation
the leader is that our products are the
most rigorously tested by internationally
recognized scientific experts. We want
to share this information on the safety
of our products with you. Want to know
more? We have the answers.
World
community support. Owens Corning, as a
global organization, takes an active role
in supporting and improving the quality
of life for all people, especially the
communities in which we live and work
around the world. We accomplish this mission
in a number of ways, including educational
programs, emergency relief and donations
as well as development of innovative,
low-income housing programs around the
world. Owens Corning employees share this
corporate vision, donating thousands of
hours of volunteer service on their own.
Where
to find us. With a map of our facilities
worldwide, this area has a list of locations
to put you in touch with us. We'll help
you find out what you need to know and
answer any questions about our company
and products.
Since
1938, Owens Corning has been improving
the way people live, work and play because
we have never stopped asking ourselves,
How
can WE make things better?
Over
the years, we have innovated countless
uses for fiberglass material, as well
as pioneered the development of building
and composite products made from other
materials. Today, we are the recognized
market leader, providing complete solutions
for our customers needs.
Tomorrows
Owens Corning will build on our heritage
of innovation and quality to deliver the
products, systems and services demanded
by a rapidly changing world.