Imagine training employees with a virtual reality, audio-visual headset that puts them on the job, inside a realistic house, with saws buzzing, hammers tapping and birds chirping. That is the concept behind an industry-leading virtual reality training program sponsored by Owens Corning.

Owens Corning announced the “Champion Your Project” Tour, a new mobile training experience designed to support home improvement retailers and their customers with the latest in product innovations and building materials. The tour will be rolling across the country from mid-June through October.

As the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day, Ripple Glass has announced some big recycling numbers in partnership with Owens Corning. And they will mark Earth Day with some special events and giveaways.

Product focus on insulation.

Owens Corning’s PINKWRAP is engineered to help keep the elements out. It protects during and after installation, helping prevent water and air infiltration.

Owens Corning agreed to acquire Masonite International Corporation for $3.9 billion, expanding its residential building materials and product offerings.

October product focus on Firestopping/Fireproofing.

Ripple Glass, a company of Strategic Materials, Inc., North America’s largest glass recycler, is collaborating with building materials leader Owens Corning in recognition of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15.

Owens Corning introduced its comprehensive insulation product line at the International Builders’ Show.

NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, announced Owens Corning Infrastructure Solutions, LLC as a new Bronze Supporting Member.