Our journey through innovation
Explore the significant moments that have shaped Insultec, from its humble beginnings to becoming a leader in helping people save money.
Discover how our passion for innovation has driven us forward.
The beginning:
30 years of Innovation
The story of Insultec began in Australia during the late 1980s and early 1990s, when inventor Raymond Brooks set out to solve one of the country’s greatest environmental challenges — excessive heat transfer through buildings and structures.
At a time when conventional paints and coatings focused mainly on appearance and weatherproofing, Raymond Brooks believed there had to be a better solution that could actively reduce heat penetration while also protecting buildings from harsh environmental conditions.
After years of development and testing, Insultec was created as a unique thermal insulating membrane coating designed to drastically reduce conductive and radiant heat transfer through roofs, walls and structures.
Unlike conventional paints or simple reflective coatings, Insultec was engineered to become part of the building envelope itself — helping keep heat out during summer while also assisting in reducing energy consumption.
Early Development & Testing
During its early years, Insultec underwent extensive real-world application and independent testing.
One of the most recognised studies involved testing performed through the University of New South Wales under the guidance of Professor H. J. Goldsmid during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Controlled testing demonstrated the significant reduction in heat transfer through steel structures coated with Insultec compared with untreated surfaces.
As awareness of the product spread, Insultec began gaining attention across residential, commercial and industrial markets throughout Australia.
Growing across Australia
Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Insultec was applied to a growing range of projects including:
- Residential homes
- Commercial warehouses
- Mining infrastructure
- Agricultural buildings
- Transportable structures
- Industrial facilities
- Storage tanks
- Shipping containers
- Government infrastructure
Customers consistently reported cooler internal temperatures, improved comfort levels and reduced reliance on air conditioning systems.
Many early applications from this period continue to perform decades later, helping establish Insultec’s reputation for long-term durability and performance.
Built for Harsh Australian Conditions
Australia’s extreme climate conditions helped shape the development of Insultec.
The product was specifically designed to withstand:
- High UV exposure
- Extreme roof temperatures
- Thermal expansion and contraction
- Heavy rain and weather exposure
- Harsh industrial environments
- Coastal conditions
Its elastomeric and waterproof membrane properties became a major advantage over conventional coatings, particularly on metal roofs and lightweight structures exposed to severe temperature fluctuations.
A Unique Manufacturing Process
Over time, Insultec developed a reputation as a highly specialised coating system that is very difficult to replicate.
Unlike many standard ceramic or conventional coating systems, Insultec involves a unique and carefully controlled manufacturing process refined over decades.
The formulation has never been publicly patented, with the technology instead being protected through strict manufacturing control and proprietary production methods.
This approach has helped preserve the consistency and integrity of the genuine Insultec product over more than 30 years.
The Legacy of Raymond Brooks
Founder and inventor Raymond Brooks dedicated much of his life to developing and refining Insultec.
His vision was to create a practical solution that could improve comfort, reduce energy consumption and protect buildings in some of the world’s harshest environments.
Today, that vision continues through the ongoing development and promotion of Insultec across Australia and internationally.
Continuing Into The Future
In 2025, Stuart Fairbourn took over control of Insultec and began a major relaunch of the brand, focusing on expanding the product throughout Australia, South East Asia and international markets.
Working alongside long-standing manufacturing partners and experienced chemists including Tushar Bhatt — who worked closely with Raymond Brooks for many years — Insultec continues to evolve while maintaining the core technology and principles that made it successful.
Today, Insultec is being promoted for a new generation of applications including:
- Energy-efficient buildings
- Government infrastructure
- Modular housing
- Mining and agriculture
- AI data centres
- Solar PV performance improvement
- Defence and marine applications
- ESG and sustainability-focused projects
A Proven Product Over Time
Few coating systems can point to over 30 years of real-world performance across such a wide variety of environments and applications.
The continued performance of Insultec on buildings and structures decades after application remains one of the product’s strongest endorsements.
As energy efficiency, sustainability and passive cooling become increasingly important worldwide, Insultec’s history positions it as a practical long-term solution for modern building performance challenges.
The Future Of Passing Cooling
With increasing pressure on energy infrastructure, rising temperatures and growing demand for sustainable building solutions, passive thermal technologies are becoming more important than ever.
Insultec continues to provide a proven Australian-developed solution designed to help reduce heat transfer, improve building efficiency and support a cooler, more sustainable future.
International Projects & Global Applications
Over the past 30+ years, Insultec has been supplied, tested and applied across a wide range of international environments and climatic conditions.
Its ability to reduce heat transfer while also functioning as a waterproof elastomeric membrane has made Insultec suitable for projects ranging from residential housing and commercial buildings through to industrial infrastructure, transport applications and specialised facilities.
As global temperatures rise and energy efficiency becomes increasingly important, international interest in passive cooling technologies such as Insultec continues to grow.
Applications Across Diverse Climates
Insultec has been used in regions experiencing:
- Extreme desert heat
- Tropical humidity
- Coastal salt exposure
- High UV environments
- Industrial heat conditions
- Remote mining operations
- Lightweight steel construction challenges
The product’s flexibility and long-term durability have allowed it to perform across a broad range of environmental conditions throughout Australia and overseas.
International Areas of Interest & Supply
Over the years, Insultec has attracted interest and project involvement across:
- Australia
- Southeast Asia
- Vietnam
- New Zealand
- Pacific regions
- Middle East markets
- Europe
- Industrial and mining sectors internationally
Applications and discussions have included:
- Commercial buildings
- Government infrastructure
- Mining operations
- Agricultural facilities
- Modular housing
- Shipping containers
- Storage tanks
- Airports
- Warehouses
- Data centre projects
- Solar energy applications
Southeast Asia & Vietnam
Insultec continues to attract strong interest throughout South East Asia, particularly in regions where excessive heat and humidity place major pressure on buildings and cooling systems.
Potential applications include:
- Factories and warehouses
- Modular housing
- Government buildings
- Data centres
- Commercial developments
- Roofing systems
- Solar energy infrastructure
Specialised formulations and additives can also be tailored to suit tropical environments, including additional mould and fungal resistance systems for high-humidity climates.
Europe & Energy Efficiency
Growing energy costs and sustainability targets have increased interest in Insultec within European markets.
The ability to reduce thermal load on buildings while supporting energy-efficiency objectives has created opportunities for:
- Commercial buildings
- Logistics facilities
- Industrial warehouses
- Solar infrastructure
- ESG-focused developments
International distributors and project groups continue to evaluate Insultec for both retrofit and new-build applications.
Mining & Industrial Operations
International mining and industrial sectors have shown ongoing interest in Insultec for use on:
- Accommodation units
- Site offices
- Equipment shelters
- Shipping containers
- Process buildings
- Storage facilities
In extreme heat environments, reducing internal temperatures can significantly improve operational comfort and reduce reliance on mechanical cooling systems.
Global Demand For Passive Cooling
As governments and industries worldwide focus on:
- Reducing energy consumption
- Improving building efficiency
- Lowering carbon emissions
- Reducing urban heat
- Supporting ESG initiatives
- Improving occupant comfort
passive thermal technologies such as Insultec are becoming increasingly relevant.
Australian Technology with International Potential
Developed and manufactured in Australia, Insultec was designed to withstand some of the harshest environmental conditions in the world.
Its long-term performance history, specialised manufacturing process and broad application capability continue to position Insultec as a unique Australian-developed technology with growing international potential.
"Insultec has truly transformed how we manage our energy costs. Their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction is evident in everything they do."
A satisfied customer from Sydney