GMX premier recycled nonwoven drain protection board ThermalDrain is a finalist for the 2013 RISE (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics) Durable Product Awards.

“It is an honour to have one of our premier products selected as a finalist for the RISE Durable Products Award. At GMX, we pride ourselves on developing innovative and versatile products that meet the strict performance demands of our customers’ diverse application requirements,” explained Lindsay Castles, Vice President of GMX.

The award recognises and rewards innovation in new, durable products that utilise nonwoven fabrics in a way that expands the usage of nonwovens in the consumer or industrial marketplace. The winner will be announced on 3 October at the annual RISE Conference held in Denver, Colo.

User-friendly and sustainable

According to the manufacturer, ThermalDrain is a user-friendly synthetic protection board that is more durable than fiberglass and provides excellent drainage. It is also said to be the only protection board that provides an R-Value in addition to containing 70% post-consumer recycled content.

ThermalDrain’s patented design provides consumers with a flexible, easy-to-bend protection board that is environmentally friendly and will not irritate your skin, GMX reports. It is designed to be used in conjunction with spray-applied waterproofing.

GMX

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, GMX is a manufacturer and supplier of below-grade waterproofing products for the building envelope and is the only ISO 9001: 2008 certified manufacturer of residential and commercial waterproofing systems.

GMX high-performance products are engineered to provide superior protection against water intrusion and degradation, guarding the building and its contents from moisture.

Sponsorship

The annual RISE conference is sponsored by the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA).

Founded in 1968, INDA member companies represent the entire nonwovens value-chain, from raw materials and roll goods producers, to machinery manufacturers and converters, to brand owners.

The Association provides networking events, industry leading education, research and industry information, on-demand consultation and strong advocacy on key issues facing the nonwoven fabrics industry.

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