Owens Corning reported consolidated net sales of $1.9 billion in third-quarter 2019, compared with $1.8 billion in third-quarter 2018, an increase of 4%.

Third-quarter 2019 net earnings attributable to Owens Corning were $150 million, compared with $161 million in third-quarter 2018.

The company’s 2019 outlook is based on an environment consistent with consensus expectations for global industrial production growth, U.S. housing starts, and global commercial and industrial construction growth.

In Insulation, the company expects earnings growth in the technical and other building insulation businesses. The company anticipates this earnings growth will be more than offset by lower volumes and production curtailments in the North American residential fiberglass insulation business.

In addition, the company is taking actions to optimize its network and improve its cost position in the North American residential fiberglass insulation business. Enabled by prior investments in productivity and process technologies, these actions are estimated to generate annual savings of approximately $25 million by 2021, with about $20 million achieved in 2020. They will result in charges of approximately $30 million, of which about $15 million is non-cash.

In Composites, the company continues to expect growth in the glass fiber market, although at a lower rate than its previous outlook. The company expects volume growth and improved operating performance to largely offset inflation.

In Roofing, the company continues to expect U.S. shingle industry shipments to be relatively flat. For Owens Corning, the company still anticipates a higher share of shipments and a favorable geographic mix comparison with the prior year. Contribution margins position the business for continued strong performance.