Technology innovation and market prospects of thermal insulation materials: from vacuum insulation panels to new materials for ultra-low temperature refrigeration
Industry changes: New material performance exceeds international benchmarks by 9 times
The performance of new ultra-low temperature refrigeration materials has exceeded the international benchmark by nine times, which has not only attracted widespread attention in academia, but also significantly enhanced China's self-sufficiency in the field of thermal insulation materials. MIT Technology Review noted that this could help reduce reliance on imports of high-end insulation materials.
New materials are widely used, especially in fields that require extremely low temperature environments such as aerospace, medical equipment and laboratory instruments, improving the international competitiveness of domestic enterprises.
Market Drivers: Growth Prospects for Vacuum Insulation Panels and Airgel Composite Materials
Fortune Business Insights report predicts that the vacuum insulation panel market is expected to grow significantly by 2034. This material is widely used in construction, home appliances, and transportation due to its excellent thermal insulation properties and lightweight characteristics. Market growth is mainly driven by energy conservation and environmental protection needs.
Global Market Insights Inc. data shows that the market for aerogel composites for aerospace insulation will also grow significantly in 2034. It has become an indispensable material in the industry due to its low density, high thermal insulation and high temperature resistance properties.
Technological innovation: Calcium silica-based airgel reshapes the fire protection and thermal insulation industry
QQ News reported that calcium silicate-based airgel materials perform far better than traditional materials in terms of fire protection and thermal insulation, and technological breakthroughs improve the fire safety of buildings, industrial equipment and transportation. Manufacturers actively invest in research and development to occupy the leading position in the industry.

International Layout: Furness Insulation Materials Exported to Vietnam
Furness Insulation Materials successfully shipped large quantities of rock wool insulation materials to Vietnam, demonstrating the strength of Chinese companies in exporting and providing reliable materials for projects in Vietnam and other countries. This move means that Chinese enterprise technology and services have been recognized by the international market.
Comprehensive analysis: future trends in the thermal insulation materials industry
Technological innovations in thermal insulation materials have driven rapid market growth, and new materials have achieved major breakthroughs in performance and application. In the future, the industry will pay more attention to environmental protection, energy saving and high performance to meet global market demand.
China's technological progress and market layout are gradually narrowing the gap with the international advanced level, and even leading in some aspects. However, how to quickly transform technology into products and enhance international brand influence is still an important issue facing Chinese companies.
Reference sources
- Vacuum Insulation Panel Market[2034]- Fortune Business Insights (July 13, 2026)
- Aerospace Thermal Insulation Airgel Composite Materials Market in 2034- Global Market Insights Inc. (November 13, 2025)
- Furness thermal insulation materials exported to Vietnam smoothly- NetEase Mobile (2026-07-20)
- Airgel material innovation: calcium silicate technology- QQ News (2026-02-28)
- Breakthrough in the performance of new materials for ultra-low temperature refrigeration- MIT Technology Review (2025-12-06)
FAQ ❓
How many times is the performance of new ultra-low temperature refrigeration materials higher than international benchmark materials?
The performance of new ultra-low temperature refrigeration materials exceeds international benchmark materials by 9 times.
When is the vacuum insulation panels market expected to grow significantly? What are the main drivers of growth?
The vacuum insulation panel market is expected to grow significantly through 2034, with the main drivers of growth being energy conservation and environmental protection needs.
In what aspects does calcium silicate-based airgel material perform far better than traditional materials?
Calcium silicate-based airgel materials perform far better than traditional materials in terms of fire protection and thermal insulation, significantly improving the fire safety of buildings, industrial equipment and transportation.
Which country does Furness insulation materials export to, demonstrating the international strength of Chinese companies?
The successful export of Furness insulation materials to Vietnam demonstrates the strength of Chinese companies in the international market.
What are the future trends in the insulation materials industry?
The future trend of the thermal insulation material industry is to pay more attention to environmental protection, energy saving and high performance to meet the needs of the global market. At the same time, China's technological progress and market layout are gradually narrowing the gap with the international advanced level and leading in some fields.