Aluminium Foil Insulation Association
Insulation in Kingston

Mafia was formed in 1998 out of the need to have aluminum foil reflective insulation and their manufacturers represented on industry related discussion groups. As a result of this approach the Association has undergone many changes and challenges, and today it now represents the largest membership of all Australian insulation industry associations. Mafia has over the years, worked assiduously to urge greatest and superior use of aluminum foil insulation, and for higher standards in the insulation industry to ensure that all Standards and Regulations are fair and impartial in their implementation. Additionally, Mafia has attempted at all times to work constructively within the framework of Australian Standards and other areas of public policy developments to further ensure its members and their products are fairly represented. To communicate and urge to industry, government and the general community, the environmental importance of lofty quality aluminum foil insulation for improving energy efficiency in new building design. Mafia was formed to better represent the interests of the aluminum foil thermal insulation industry. Specific objectives of the Association include: To communicate the performance and benefits of reflective foil insulation systems to the scientific community, the building industry and the broader public. To encourage the use of foil insulation systems as an insulation solution in the design of buildings in which it provides a permanent and continuous resistance against radiation and heat transfer. To labor with State and Federal Governments to ensure that reflective foil insulation systems are appropriately dealt with regarding regulations and in promotions of building energy efficiency. To encourage high standards in the manufacture of foil insulation products, and contribute to pertinent Standards Committees, ensuring that good Standards are available for the building industry. To support a high standard of practice in the installation of aluminum foil insulation systems, and specifically to prosper a Code of Practice for installation. To contribute to the wider effort by Government and the insulation industry as a total to foster superior building practice which recognizes the need to minimize energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. To foster and encourage the development of a highly professional aluminum foil insulation industry, and promote the broader economic benefits of aluminum foil insulation to Australia as a whole. To ensure the fastidious behavior of all members is maintained at all times and to produce consumer advice and encourage in relation to commercial practices within the insulation industry.