ANCO LAUNCHES GARAGE INSULATION KITS

Dec. 9, 2009 - While the specialty construction industry slowed in 2009, Anco Products, a manufacturer of flexible duct systems and insulation, was busy developing its new eco-friendly garage door insulation kit for homeowners, rental property managers and companies worldwide.

The Anco team searched for trends to identify opportunities and develop solutions that would deliver superior bottom-line results.

"One obvious trend was the increase in do-it-yourself activity," said Anco Marketing Director Rob Rohena. "Another glaring trend were [the Green initiatives]." Due to Anco's fabrication of environment-friendly insulation since 1979, the company was slow to recognize the Green initiative as an emerging trend.

After the team brainstormed, Anco President Andy McCleery thought to create the Garage Door Insulation Kits after he fought with the foam in his own garage.

Once the Anco team researched and realized giant gaps within the industry, the company moved forward with the idea.

Anco developed and rigorously tested the product with accredited garage door installer 4T Door.

"This is by far the best garage door insulation I have ever seen," said 4T Door Owner, Jason Dean.

4T Door earned its accreditation through the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation. This was an important factor to Anco as it ensured the product was approved by an industry professional with a focus on quality and commitment to excellence.

Once the product passed tests on various garage door panels, Anco's marketing team sought the help of local professional graphic design company - Colorfly Design.

Heide Henke, owner of Colorfly Design, started the company just one month prior. Henke's experience and portfolio convinced Anco of her ability to create a retail box that would appeal to a broad audience.

"The next phase was to have this beautiful graphic image of a retail box come to life," Rohena said. Anco then selected Welch Packaging, a local box manufacturer, for experience and quality service.

"Welch puts its customers at the core of their business philosophy, and thus Anco knew it was in good hands," Rohena said. Within two weeks, Anco had a prototype.

"It's always exciting to work on a project that the customer is very passionate and open minded about," said Welch Account Manager Jay Weldy. "Together, we designed a package that will help promote not only their product, but also shows Anco's commitment to the Green initiative."

Anco welcomes distributors and wholesalers interested in nationwide distribution. Meanwhile, consumers may purchase Garage Door Insulation Kits from 4T Door via eBay®.
To learn more visit: www.ancoproductsinc.com

Anco Products, Inc. manufactures products that serve three diverse yet synergistic industries and markets.

Anco is one of the nation&squo;s leading producers of flexible heating and cooling air ducts. Used in a variety of residential and commercial applications, Anco-Flex Systems™ cover the full spectrum of air duct requirements for insulated and non-insulated ducts and connectors.

The company also manufactures Textrafine™ insulation, a special high-tensile strength, continuous filament, synthetic long-fiber insulation material. Textrafine is recognized worldwide by engineers, contractors, and OEM fabricators as the product of choice for its superior mechanical properties and performance. Due to its resiliency and vibration resistance, Textrafine blanket is well-suited for a variety of insulation and transportation applications such as rail tank cars, cargo trailers, automotive lining parts, and other fabrication uses.

Anco also offers a full line of faced and plain metal building insulation and accessories for the post-frame/agricultural and metal building construction markets. Anco is a quality laminator offering a broad line of superior insulation and facings, custom-cut for every job.

Anco is an ISO 9002-certified manufacturer and all of its products bear the safety certification labels of Underwriters Laboratories. The company has also received numerous quality and environmental awards. Annually, Anco reclaims several million pounds of byproduct/waste synthetic textile fiber in manufacturing its Textrafine product. This is a source of pride for the company in addition to putting out the highest quality product available in the industry.