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]]> https://www.wconline.com/rss/2646-ceilings en-us Evolution in Construction: USG Drywall and Suspension Systems http://www.wconline.com/articles/97456 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97456-evolution-in-construction-usg-drywall-and-suspension-systems 2025’s Top Wall and Ceiling Pros — See Who Made the List webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) http://www.wconline.com/articles/97468 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97468-2025s-top-wall-and-ceiling-pros-see-who-made-the-list Construction Hiring Stalls Again in June, Signaling Industry Caution, ABC Reports Hiring in the U.S. construction sector remained sluggish in June, reflecting ongoing uncertainty and cautious sentiment across the industry.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97487 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:21:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97487-construction-hiring-stalls-again-in-june-signaling-industry-caution-abc-reports ABC Jolts_Table_7.29.25 780 x 439.jpg Graph courtesy of Associated Builders and Contractors Valley Interior Systems Launches World’s Largest HP SitePrint Fleet to Revolutionize Construction Layout Efficiency The Ohio subcontractor has deployed the largest global fleet of HP SitePrint robots, boosting layout productivity by up to 10 times and setting a new standard for precision and efficiency in commercial construction.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97470 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:02 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97470-valley-interior-systems-launches-worlds-largest-hp-siteprint-fleet-to-revolutionize-construction-layout-efficiency HP SitePrint Interior Contractors - Lifestyle 2 780 x 439.jpg Photo courtesy of HP Top International Walls and Ceilings Contractors Who are the best wall and ceiling contractors outside of North America? Here are 10 companies that are exhibiting quality work worldwide.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/91987 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:11:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/91987-top-international-walls-and-ceilings-contractors WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p1FT.jpg A compilation of some of the most impressive and hard-working contactors from across the globe. WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p2-India.jpg J.W. Marriott, Mumbai WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p3-United_Kingdom.jpg Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p4-France.jpg Louis Vuitton Foundation, Paris WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p5-Austria.jpg Raiffeisen Multi-Purpose Center, Raaba WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p6-Netherlands.jpg Theater De Stoep, Spijkenisse WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p7-Denmark.jpg Business Academy Aarhus, Viby WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p8-Belgium.jpg Ghelamco Football Arena, Gent WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p9-AbuDhabi.jpg Al Mafraq Hospital, Abu Dhabi WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p10-southafrica.jpg Cradlestone Mall, Johannesburg WC1118-FT5-InternationalContractors-p11-spain.jpg El Faro Shopping Mall, Extremadura How to Save on Tax and Energy With Ceiling Solutions New phase change material technologies can deliver up to 15 percent energy savings and 50 percent in tax credits.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97253 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:10:23 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97253-how-to-save-on-tax-and-energy-with-ceiling-solutions Energy Saving Ceilings “Living Lab” workspace located at the Armstrong corporate campus in Lancaster, Pa. Raymond Frye Raymond Frye Complex community center in Wellington, Kansas ESC_Classroom rendering What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for Wall and Ceiling Contractors The term “Big Beautiful Bill” has been used to describe comprehensive infrastructure or construction funding packages that promise significant investment in America’s built environment. For wall and ceiling contractors, these types of legislative packages aren't just political headlines, they signal opportunity, growth, and change within the construction industry.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97420 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:42:53 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97420-what-the-big-beautiful-bill-means-for-wall-and-ceiling-contractors Bridging Bar from Flex-Ability Concepts Snap Lock is designed to be installed as the wall is being framed. In essence, stud spacing is accomplished by the product. The bridging bar has a starter clip that can be used in the first stud of a run.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97416 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:16:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97416-bridging-bar-from-flex-ability-concepts LAST CALL: Enter Now for W&C Top 50 Contractors W&C’s Top 50 submissions page is still open for your entries.  

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97188 Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97188-last-call-enter-now-for-w-and-c-top-50-contractors Designed to Soar: The Mid-Century Ceiling System Transforming LA http://www.wconline.com/articles/97382 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97382-designed-to-soar-the-mid-century-ceiling-system-transforming-la GMS Enters Into Agreement With The Home Depot to Be Acquired by SRS Distribution The powerhouse distributor accepts the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer's bid.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97396 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:53:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97396-gms-enters-into-agreement-with-the-home-depot-to-be-acquired-by-srs-distribution A Slideshow of NWCB’s Wall and Ceiling Conference & Trade Show The bureau’s show returned to Coeur d'Alene for a hotbed of education sessions. Here are some pictures from the event.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97274 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:05:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97274-a-slideshow-of-nwcbs-wall-and-ceiling-conference-and-trade-show ABC Supports Reintroduction of Employee Rights Act The legislation provides critical protections for workers in construction and other industries subject to unionization pressure campaigns.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97393 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:46:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97393-abc-supports-reintroduction-of-employee-rights-act Home Depot Competes in GMS Acquisition gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) Home Depot has joined the race to acquire GMS, challenging QXO’s $5B bid and setting the stage for a potential bidding war among major building product players.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97378 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:31:14 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97378-home-depot-competes-in-gms-acquisition Reliance Interiors' Reputation of Reliability The Georgia subcontractor has earned a reputation of quality professionalism.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97377 Sat, 21 Jun 2025 11:55:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97377-reliance-interiors-reputation-of-reliability ABC Supply Announces 2025 Managing Partners Prestigious program spotlights leaders who consistently raise the bar at ABC Supply, L&W Supply and Town & Country Industries.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97371 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:48:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97371-abc-supply-announces-2025-managing-partners QXO Sets Its Sights on GMS in $5 Billion Offer gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) QXO makes an unsolicited bid to buy specialty products distributor GMS for $5 billion, aiming to speed up deliveries, boost inventory and unify tech—potentially reshaping how contractors get drywall and building supplies.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97367 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 08:35:43 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97367-qxo-sets-its-sights-on-gms-in-5-billion-offer New JLG Whitepaper Marks 5th Anniversary of ANSI A92 Standards Update Aligning North American practices with global standards, elevating safety across the industry.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97364 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:50:33 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97364-new-jlg-whitepaper-marks-5th-anniversary-of-ansi-a92-standards-update Draft Your Acoustic Team acoustics@jwmooney.com (Jon W. Mooney) http://www.wconline.com/articles/97362 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97362-draft-your-acoustic-team U.S. Department of Labor Recovers Over $824K in Back Wages Spectrum Construction LLC failed to pay overtime to 680 employees.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97358 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:46:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97358-us-department-of-labor-recovers-over-824k-in-back-wages Armstrong Energy Saving Ceilings are Now Part of IES Virtual Environment Software Integration of Templok Ceilings in leading energy-modeling software supports architects, consultants, and engineers in optimizing building performance.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97346 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:19:50 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97346-armstrong-energy-saving-ceilings-are-now-part-of-ies-virtual-environment-software PABCO Gypsum Releases New 2025 Sound Design Guide The gypsum manufacturer releases new guide, reinforcing commitment to acoustic excellence.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97325 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:33:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97325-pabco-gypsum-releases-new-2025-sound-design-guide PCI Showcases Event for Tomorrow's Work Force Championing the future of construction: PCI event showcases innovation and technology shaping tomorrow’s industry. 

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97302 Sat, 31 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97302-pci-showcases-event-for-tomorrows-work-force Saint-Gobain Holds 14th International Gypsum Trophy Ceremony The event, which honors drywallers from around the world, happened in Paris this April.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97291 Wed, 28 May 2025 13:41:22 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97291-saint-gobain-holds-14th-international-gypsum-trophy-ceremony USG Michigan’s Sarah Messa Honored with Manufacturing Institute’s 2025 Women MAKE Award Plant manager of USG’s Detroit facility is recognized in Washington D.C. for her contributions to the manufacturing sector and skilled workforce.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97290 Wed, 28 May 2025 11:19:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97290-usg-michigans-sarah-messa-honored-with-manufacturing-institutes-2025-women-make-award Orbital Drywall Sander by Festool USA The Planex LHS 2 225 Drywall Sander features a LED light ring that ensures detailed visibility of the sanding path and the sander enables the user to see any unevenness on the surface during sanding.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97289 Wed, 28 May 2025 11:10:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97289-orbital-drywall-sander-by-festool-usa GMS Announces its 2025 Expo in Southern California The supply company will host its annual event in San Diego.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97281 Tue, 27 May 2025 09:47:13 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97281-gms-announces-its-2025-expo-in-southern-california AD Named #1 Top Workplace in Philadelphia Region and Recognized with Four Additional 2025 Awards Recognition highlights AD’s thriving culture in the U.S. and Canada, with top regional and national workplace honors in 2025.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97272 Tue, 20 May 2025 12:39:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97272-ad-named-1-top-workplace-in-philadelphia-region-and-recognized-with-four-additional-2025-awards CISCA Honors Ron Rice its DeGellke Award CISCA named CertainTeed’s Rice this honor in recognition of his contributions to many industry advocacies.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97270 Mon, 19 May 2025 15:51:48 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97270-cisca-honors-ron-rice-its-degellke-award Construction Materials Prices Tame in April Despite Rising Iron and Steel Costs, Reports ABC Construction input prices decreased in April compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/97259 Fri, 16 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/97259-construction-materials-prices-tame-in-april-despite-rising-iron-and-steel-costs-reports-abc