What Igloo France Cellulose does

Igloo France Cellulose (legal entity SAS IGLOO FRANCE CELLULOSE, SIRET 518 998 109, registered 2009) is a French manufacturer of cellulose wadding (ouate de cellulose) used for thermal and acoustic insulation of attics, walls, and floors in residential and commercial buildings. The company is the French operating subsidiary of Iso Green Group, a Canada-origin global manufacturer of cellulose insulation operating 5 factories across Canada, the United States, France, and Spain, with a group-wide annual production exceeding 46,000 tonnes. Igloo France operates two manufacturing plants in Les Achards, Vendée (85) and Hérault (34), recycling more than 150 tonnes per day of selected waste from the French paper industry into insulation products. Its core product is Igloo cellulose insulation made from 90% recycled paper fibre, certified by ACERMI for thermal performance, with claimed thermal phase shift of approximately 9.5 hours versus 3.6–5 hours for mineral wool alternatives.

The company monetises through four revenue streams: (1) cellulose insulation products sold in bulk to certified applicators; (2) complementary airtightness accessories under the Ivap (vapor barriers), Itape (adhesives), and Ibag (insulation bags) sub-brands; (3) Krendl carding-blowing machines (models 425, 575, 2300) and GV230 thermal vacuum cleaners, distributed exclusively in France; and (4) Tenmat FF120-RF fire-protective spotlight covers. Distribution is exclusively indirect via a network of more than 300 trained and certified applicators across France, supplemented by a sales-led commercial team, monthly professional newsletter, dedicated Espace Pros portal, and CEE incentive simulation tools. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

The company serves three principal customer segments: building professionals (architects, construction firms, insulation specialists), certified applicators who install cellulose insulation via blowing, insufflation, and wet-projection methods, and building owners undertaking energy renovation under CEE incentive programmes. The target use cases include attic insulation (lost and converted), wall insulation, floor insulation, off-site modular construction, and renovation projects required to comply with French RE2020 environmental regulation. Holdings of ACERMI, Produit Biosourcé+, Filière Française, and RE2020 certifications constitute the principal regulatory and intangible assets supporting the company's specification-driven sales motion.

Name

Igloo France Cellulose

Legal name

SAS IGLOO FRANCE CELLULOSE

Website

https://cellulose-igloo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Igloo France Cellulose is a French manufacturer of bio-based cellulose insulation (90% recycled paper) serving building professionals exclusively through a network of more than 300 certified applicators across France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Insulation Materials

NAICS

Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing (322220)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Cellulose (Recycled Fiber) Insulation (IMADAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cellulose-Based Biodegradable Materials (cellulose films, fibers, derivatives) (IMAEAOAE)

Keywords

• Cellulose insulation
• Thermal insulation materials
• Building insulation products
• Vapor barrier membranes
• Insulation installation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Les Allards

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cellulose Insulation Products: Manufacturing and distribution of Igloo cellulose insulation (ouate de cellulose) for thermal and acoustic insulation of attics, walls, and floors. Products sold to certified applicator network.
2. Insulation Equipment: Distribution and repair of Krendl carding-blowing machines (models 425, 575, 2300) and insulation removal equipment (GV230 thermal vacuum cleaner). Full range of new and reconditioned machines.
3. Accessories: Sale of complementary products including Ivap vapor barriers, Itape adhesives, and Ibag insulation bags.
4. Spot Protection Products: Distribution of Tenmat FF120-RF protective covers for recessed LED and halogen spotlights.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Igloo France Cellulose manufactures cellulose wadding (ouate de cellulose) used for thermal and acoustic insulation of buildings. The product is made primarily from recycled paper fibers and is distributed in France through a network of certified applicators. The company also distributes complementary accessories and installation equipment including vapor barriers, adhesive tapes, insulation blowing machines, and fire-protective covers for recessed light fixtures.

Product overview

Igloo France Cellulose manufactures and distributes cellulose insulation products and related equipment for building professionals. The core offering is the Igloo cellulose insulation (bio-based thermal and acoustic insulation made from 90% recycled paper), complemented by airtightness solutions (Ivap25 and IvapHygro vapor barrier membranes, Itape adhesive, Ibag insulation bag), Krendl professional carding and blowing equipment (models 425, 575, 2300 for installation and GV230 for removal), and Tenmat FF120-RF spotlight fire protection covers. The product portfolio serves insulation professionals through the complete installation workflow: insulation materials, air tightness accessories, application equipment, and safety products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ivap (vapor barrier membranes): Range of vapor barrier membranes for airtightness in buildings, including Ivap25 (fixed Sd 25m) and IvapHygro (hygrovariable, Sd 0.5–25m).
• Itape (adhesives)
• Ibag (insulation bag)

Products and services

• Igloo Cellulose Wadding (Ouate de Cellulose Igloo) Loose-fill cellulose insulation made from approximately 90% recycled paper fiber, used for thermal and acoustic insulation of residential and commercial buildings. Applied by certified applicators using blowing/spraying techniques into walls, attics, and floor cavities.
• Ivap25 Vapor Barrier A vapor barrier membrane designed for use with Igloo cellulose insulation to manage moisture transfer and protect building envelopes.
• IvapHygro Variable Vapor Barrier A hygro-variable (smart) vapor barrier that adapts its permeability based on ambient humidity, used in conjunction with Igloo cellulose insulation for improved moisture management in building envelopes.
• Itape Adhesive Tape Specialized adhesive tape used to seal joints and overlaps of Ivap vapor barriers in cellulose insulation installations.
• Ibag Insulation Bag A pre-bagged cellulose insulation product used by applicators for manual or targeted insulation applications where blown-in installation is not suitable.
• Krendl Carding and Blowing Machines (425, 575, 2300) Professional installation equipment (Krendl 425, 575, and 2300 models) for applying cellulose insulation via carding and blowing. Distributed to certified applicators as the standard machinery for Igloo insulation installation.
• Krendl GV230 Thermal Vacuum Cleaner A thermal vacuum cleaner (Krendl GV230) distributed as an accessory for insulation installation professionals to clean and prepare worksites.
• Tenmat FF120-RF Spotlight Covers Fire-protective covers for recessed light fixtures (Tenmat FF120-RF), used to maintain fire safety compliance when cellulose insulation is applied around downlights.
• Repair and Maintenance Services Repair and maintenance services offered for Krendl installation equipment used by the certified applicator network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Phase shift of 9.5 hours vs 3.6 hours for glass wool in equivalent thermal resistance applications
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Iso Green GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIgloo France Cellulose is part of Iso Green Group, a global manufacturer of cellulose insulation with 5 factories worldwide (Canada, United States, France, Spain). The group produces over 46,000 tonnes of cellulose insulation annually and employs approximately 100 people. Igloo brand originated over 40 years ago in Canada.
• KrendlcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor of Krendl carding and blowing machines (models 425, 575, 2300) and insulation removal equipment (GV230). Provides new and reconditioned machines with repair and maintenance services for insulation professionals.
• TenmatminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Tenmat FF120-RF protective covers for recessed LED and halogen spotlights. Non-combustible, compliant protective solutions for insulation applications.
• PaprecminorOthersRecycling organization partner for plastic waste collection and processing from insulation packaging (film, bags, pallets).
• VeoliaminorOthersRecycling organization partner for plastic waste collection from construction sites. Provides dumpsters and collection services for insulation packaging materials.
• Certified Applicator NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of over 300 certified applicators trained and certified by Igloo France Cellulose. Professionals receive training on product installation, methods, and equipment use with Igloo certification upon completion.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Iso Green Group: Parent company of Igloo France Cellulose, operating cellulose insulation plants in Canada, the US, France, and Spain with over 46,000 tonnes of annual output. Directly comparable as the same cellulose-insulation technology and category, with sibling plants effectively competing for the same group-level customers and markets.
• Steico: German manufacturer of bio-based insulation including cellulose wadding and wood-fiber boards, sold across Europe. Comparable as a direct cellulose/bio-based insulation competitor targeting the same European building-physics and RE2020-style regulatory environment.
• Homatherm: German producer of flexible wood-fiber and cellulose insulation panels and blow-in products. Comparable as a competing bio-based insulation brand with similar thermal-phase-shift and summer-comfort positioning, selling into the same European professional installer channel.
• Gutex: German manufacturer of wood-fiber insulation boards and blow-in products for roofs, walls, and floors. Comparable as a competing bio-based, recyclable-content insulation producer with overlapping product formats and summer-comfort value propositions to Igloo's cellulose line.
• Soprema: French building-materials manufacturer offering a cellulose insulation line alongside roofing and waterproofing. Comparable as a French-headquartered cellulose/bio-based insulation competitor, sharing the same ATEECO/RE2020-driven specification environment and French applicator channel.

Broad incumbents

• Saint-Gobain Isover: French mineral-wool insulation leader and part of Saint-Gobain, the dominant incumbent in French building insulation. Comparable as the primary competitor Igloo faces for attic/wall/floor insulation specifications, with much larger scale and distribution.
• Rockwool: Global mineral-wool (stone wool) insulation manufacturer with strong French presence. Comparable as the leading incumbent cellulose competes against on thermal/acoustic performance and price across residential and commercial projects.
• Knauf Insulation: Major global manufacturer of glass wool and rock wool insulation with a French sales and distribution footprint. Comparable as one of the large established insulation competitors bidding against Igloo's cellulose wadding on French renovation and new-build projects.
• Ursa Insulation: European mineral-wool insulation manufacturer (glass and stone wool) with French operations. Comparable as an established broad-spectrum insulation incumbent that competes with Igloo on price-sensitive attic and wall insulation specifications.

Emerging players

• Univercell: French cellulose insulation manufacturer and brand competing in the same ouate de cellulose category. Comparable as a direct niche cellulose competitor to Igloo France targeting French applicators and energy-renovation projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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