Business Details
Global Industrial Solutions Leader
Standard Industries is a privately-held global industrial company with over $11 billion in annual revenue and 20,000 employees across 50 countries. Founded in 1886, the company has evolved from its origins in asphalt roofing to become a leader in building solutions, performance materials, logistics, and technology-focused investments. Our platform includes GAF, the largest roofing manufacturer in North America, and BMI, Europe's leading roofing company, alongside innovators in solar energy, specialty chemicals, and aggregates.We prioritize long-term value creation through sustainability, innovation, and community impact, demonstrated by initiatives like the GAF Roofing Academy and carbon sequestration research. Our commitment to operational excellence is reflected in milestones such as the first solar-grade single-ply TPO membranes and patented asphalt shingle recycling processes.
Services
Roofing Solutions
Solar Energy Products
Logistics Services
Specialty Chemicals
Venture Investments
Real Estate Development
Carbon Sequestration Research
Workforce Training Programs
Asphalt Recycling
Building Material Innovation
Highlights and features
- We pioneered the first solar-grade single-ply TPO membranes in 2010
- Our RoofCycle process recycles asphalt shingle waste into new products
- We operate the GAF Roofing Academy training program for diverse talent
- We achieved 80% waste diversion at seven manufacturing plants by 2022
- Our SGI division partners with universities on carbon sequestration research
Services
Roofing Solutions
We provide comprehensive roofing systems including asphalt shingles, TPO membranes, and solar-integrated solutions. Our products combine durability with energy efficiency, featuring the industry's first lifetime warranty roofing system. With manufacturing facilities across North America and Europe, we deliver innovative waterproofing solutions for residential and commercial applications.
Solar Energy Products
Our Timberline Solar ES2 technology integrates solar power generation with traditional roofing materials. This nailable solar shingle solution optimizes energy output while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Backed by GAF's national contractor network, we offer scalable solar installations that combine roofing expertise with renewable energy innovation for residential and commercial buildings.
Asphalt Recycling
Our patented RoofCycle process transforms post-consumer asphalt shingle waste into new roofing materials. This circular economy solution reduces landfill waste while maintaining product quality. The technology represents a major advancement in sustainable construction practices, with potential to significantly reduce the environmental impact of roofing material production and disposal.
Workforce Training
The GAF Roofing Academy provides tuition-free training for careers in residential, commercial, and solar roofing. Our program focuses on diversifying the construction workforce by targeting underrepresented groups including women, veterans, and individuals from underserved communities. Graduates receive hands-on training and placement assistance in roofing industry positions nationwide.
Carbon Sequestration
Our SGI division researches carbon capture using metabasalt fines, a byproduct of aggregate production. Partnering with universities and startups, we study enhanced weathering applications that could reduce atmospheric CO2 while potentially improving agricultural yields. This innovative approach combines industrial byproducts with environmental stewardship to address climate change challenges through natural processes.
People
David Winter
Co-CEO
David Winter co-leads Standard Industries' strategic vision and growth initiatives. With extensive experience in industrial innovation, he drives the company's expansion into sustainable technologies and global market opportunities through brands like GAF and BMI.
David Millstone
Co-CEO
David Millstone oversees Standard Industries' operational excellence and investment strategies. He focuses on advancing the company's technology portfolio and fostering partnerships that drive innovation in construction materials and renewable energy solutions.
Questions
What industries does Standard Industries operate in?
We operate across building solutions, performance materials, logistics, and technology-focused investments through brands like GAF, BMI, and Grace.
How does Standard Industries support sustainability?
We implement circular economy practices like asphalt recycling, develop energy-efficient products, and research carbon sequestration technologies to reduce environmental impact.
What workforce development initiatives do you offer?
The GAF Roofing Academy provides free training for diverse candidates seeking careers in residential, commercial, and solar roofing industries.
How is Standard Industries advancing solar technology?
Through GAF Energy's Timberline Solar ES2, we've created the first nailable solar shingle that integrates power generation with roofing materials.
What global presence does Standard Industries have?
We operate in approximately 50 countries with manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia through our business units.
How does Standard Industries contribute to community development?
We support local communities through employee volunteer programs, charitable donations, and partnerships with organizations like Conservation International.
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