ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 20, 2026 – Arclin’s Firepoint® fire-resistant sheathing has been recognized as a 2026 Sustainable Product of the Year by Green Builder Media, honoring the product’s innovation, real-world performance, and measurable contributions to safer, more sustainable homes.

Firepoint is a proprietary sheathing that provides up to 90 minutes of fire resistance when used in wall assemblies, exceeding code by up to 53 percent, to slow fire spread and give people critical time to protect lives and property.* New in 2026, Firepoint now supports larger panel sizes, including 4x9 and 4x10, making it ideal for tall-wall and multifamily construction.

“Our Firepoint sheathing exemplifies the kind of innovation that moves the building industry forward,” said Bradley Bolduc, Chief Executive Officer of Arclin. “This recognition reflects the role Firepoint plays in advancing resilience, safety, and sustainability, helping builders construct homes that protect lives, preserve resources, and offer design flexibility.”

Firepoint integrates intumescent technology into the panel, protecting walls from fire without compromising structural performance, strength, or design. The new 10-foot panel elevates this performance by responding directly to builder demand for faster installation, fewer seams, and greater efficiency in real-world construction.

“One of the biggest advantages of Firepoint is how seamlessly it fits into existing building practices,” said Teong Tan, Chief Research Officer at Arclin. “By aligning with standard OSB applications and expanding panel sizes, we’re making it easier for builders to adopt higher-performing materials at scale.”

Firepoint’s design also simplifies assemblies, reducing the need for extra layers or fire treatments, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient building process. Suitable for construction in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones, Firepoint advances sustainability by supporting longer-lasting builds and reducing the environmental impact of wildfire reconstruction. By reducing materials, labor, and carbon emissions, the panel helps builders create resilient homes that withstand extreme events while conserving resources.

For more information about Firepoint, visit https://firepoint.arclin.com/.

*Per ASTM E-119 in a third-party accredited lab.

About Arclin

Arclin is a leading materials science company and manufacturer of polymer technologies, engineered products, and specialized materials for construction, agriculture, transportation infrastructure, weather & fire protection, pharmaceutical, nutrition, electronics, design, aerospace, defense, personal protection, and other industries. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Arclin has offices and manufacturing facilities across North & South America, Europe, and Asia and serves customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.arclin.com.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga., March 9, 2026 – Arclin’s Firepoint® fire-resistant sheathing has been honored as a BIMsmith Best 2026 product, recognized by a panel of architects from the BIMsmith team for its innovation, design excellence, and superior performance.

The award was presented during the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, Florida, celebrating products that are redefining the future of architecture and construction.

Now in its seventh year, the BIMsmith Best Awards honor building products that demonstrate meaningful advancement in the built environment. Presented annually, the awards recognize products, companies, and initiatives that set new standards for excellence in the building product industry. Winners are selected through a collaborative evaluation process representing professionals across architecture, engineering, and construction.

“Recognition from a jury of architects carries real weight,” said Bradley Bolduc, Chief Executive Officer of Arclin. “These are the professionals making material decisions at the design stage. To see Firepoint stand out through that lens reinforces that we’re delivering something meaningful to the future of building.”

Firepoint is a proprietary sheathing that provides up to 90 minutes of fire resistance when used in wall assemblies to slow fire spread and give people critical time to protect lives and property.*

New in 2026, Firepoint now supports larger panel sizes, including 4x9 and 4x10, making it ideal for tall-wall and multifamily construction and compatible with roughly 80% of the market that relies on OSB sheathing.

For more information about Firepoint, visit https://firepoint.arclin.com/.

*Per ASTM E-119 in a third party accredited lab.

About Arclin

Arclin is a leading materials science company and manufacturer of polymer technologies, engineered products, and specialized materials for the construction, agriculture, transportation infrastructure, weather & fire protection, pharmaceutical, nutrition, electronics, design, and other industries. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Arclin has offices and manufacturing facilities across North & South America, Europe, and Asia and serves customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.arclin.com.