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TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today lowered its 2012 earnings outlook, reflecting a weaker environment for its Roofing and Composites businesses. Full-year adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the company are now expected to be in the range of $280 million to $310 million with the primary uncertainty through the remainder of the year attributed to roofing volumes. Roofing The company previously disclosed late second-quarter...

TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is scheduled to announce third-quarter financial results on Wednesday, Oct. 24, prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mike Thaman and Chief Financial Officer Michael McMurray will host an earnings conference call at 11 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 24, to discuss the company's results for the third quarter of 2012. Conference CallWednesday, Oct. 24, 201211 a.m....

TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE:OC) announced a new interactive digital Division 22/23 Mechanical Manufacturer's Guide eBook to make it convenient for mechanical engineers and building specifiers to access key product information while on job sites or at the office. This portfolio of interactive content meets growing industry demand for digital and mobile communications solutions. With the launch of this innovative mobile application,...

TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) congratulates the winners who each have won an Apple® iPad® tablet computer as part of a monthly drawing during the Owens Corning(TM) Roofing TripleWIN Contractor Sweepstakes. At the conclusion of the Sweepstakes in October 2012, a grand prize $20,000 winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries submitted at www.triplewinsweeps.com. The Sweepstakes drawings have been conducted since May to award...

Roofing contractors in Neptune Beach, FL are now working seven days a week at Roof Link Inc. This roofing contracting company is now working every day of the week to meet the demand for roofing services in Neptune Beach and the remaining communities in Northern Florida. (PRWEB) September 17, 2012 Roofing contractors in Neptune Beach, FL are now working seven days a week at Roof Link Inc. This expert roofing company has expanded its homeowner services and is now one of the first companies...

TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), announced today that its new furnace in its Tlaxcala, Mexico, glass reinforcements facility is operational. This is the latest step the company has taken to increase its global capacity to produce composite material. Owens Corning is a leading global producer of glass fiber reinforcements for composite systems and residential and commercial building materials. "Last year we announced the decision to increase...

TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third year in a row, Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has earned placement in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) in recognition of its sustainability initiatives. Composed of global sustainability leaders, the DJSI World Index is an elite listing of the top 10 percent of the world's 2,500 largest companies based on long-term economic, environmental and social criteria. "One of our greatest strengths at Owens Corning...

TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has trained an exclusive group of energy specialists who are now uniquely qualified to help homeowners reduce home energy costs. Homeowners can now turn to the elite members of Owens Corning(TM) Certified Energy Expert® (CEE) program for professional help to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and ultimately save* on energy bills throughout the year. With a staggering 45 million U.S. homes estimated to...

Roof leak repair company in Lakeside, FL, Roof Link Inc., is now using Owens Corning shingles for all repairs and roof replacements completed in North Florida. This changes to these superior shingles is a result to improve home and business owner safety during unpredictable severe weather. Lakeside, Florida (PRWEB) September 10, 2012 Roof leak repair can be a devastating and costly expense for any homeowner. For homeowners in states like Florida, roof leak repair is a common occurrence....

TOLEDO, Ohio, Aug. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has been honored for its commitment to quality with the highly respected "Partners of Choice" Award from David Weekley Homes, the third largest for-profit, privately-held U.S. home builder. As the recipient of this elite recognition for the third consecutive year, Owens Corning achieved an "A" rating representing world-class excellence in Quality. David Weekley Homes' interactive feedback program is designed to...