Columns

Watching Life Lessons

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:49:55 -0400

What tennis tournaments taught me about emotional intelligence, leadership and grace under pressure.

Can You Add Resilient Channels to Any GA-600 Listed Floor-Ceiling or Wall System?

bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0400

Embracing the Winds of Change

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In a world of economic shifts, industry evolution and rising challenges, bold leadership and a problem-solving mindset are key to thriving in turbulent times.

Why Construction? It’s the People

Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Beyond materials and blueprints, the construction industry thrives on the character, commitment and community spirit of the people behind the work.

The Power of Leadership: Celebrating Those Who Inspire

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

We Celebrate Past Recipients Of The Walls & Ceilings Leadership Award And Invite Nominations For Individuals Who Drive Innovation, Mentorship And Positive Change In The Field.

Elevate Your Expertise: The Power of Walls & Ceilings and Building Enclosure

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 08:28:07 -0400

Looking to earn CE credits while staying up to date on the latest building innovations? W&C’s Continuing Education Center is your go-to resource for AIA, GBCI, and IIBEC-approved courses!

How to Make Sustainability a Priority

bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:37:00 -0500

A Healthy Body and Mind

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Consider what we ingest in our body and how it affects it our day-to-day lives.

R.L. Reppert Going Strong Half-a-Century

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:00:49 -0500

Lehigh Valley kings R.L. Reppert celebrate decades in business, explaining how the business started small to its current successes.

Healthy Employees are Good Employees

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Having processes to increase your workers’ health can give them happier lives.

Blue-Collar Cred

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Some people look down on blue-collar workers yet also try to be part of the group.

Cover the Hole in Your Soul

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Preserving the past to use for the future.

Time to Renovate

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Is the remodeling/restoration market untapped by the wall and ceiling industry?

Proper Order

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

There is a correct way to go about a construction project, and not doing so can have consequences.

Physical Health

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Keeping your employees healthy can lead to better results for your business.

Have We Missed the Mark?

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When is a practice too much? Do the codes offer the best guidelines always?

Good Luck with That

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Being a subcontractor is harder than you think.

Passion for Work

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Are there cultural differences between the European and American trades?

Simpler Times

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Why are companies more focused on their stock market prices than moving their industries forward?

Strip Away Your Perception of EIFS

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

EIFS offers reduced energy that can help the Earth’s environment.

Welcome to the Holiday Hangover!

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Tips to get customers to pay you on time.

Physics: The Power of Authenticity and You

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Authenticity creates energy in others.

Gypsum Sheathing

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400

The evolution of a construction material.

Glass Mat Gypsum Sheathing in Residential Construction: A High-Performance, Code-Compliant Alternative to Traditional Materials

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Glass mat gypsum sheathing is common for commercial uses but rarer in residential construction

Lath—The Path to Success

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500

A breakdown of the functions of stucco’s two main properties: lath and plaster.

Recent FAQs

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

The Gypsum Association answers common questions.

The Construction Phone Alternative

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 07:15:50 -0500

Key questions to choose the right VoIP provider.

Persevering at Work and at Home

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 15:49:34 -0500

How to Work Effectively with Your Local Building Department

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:35:38 -0500

Building departments and the hardworking professionals working within them are the silent defenders of our communities. By overseeing the permitting, inspection and occupancy authorization processes for new construction, renovations and repairs, your local building department plays a vital role in ensuring that projects are built to applicable building safety codes and standards.

Walk Around

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:13:53 -0500

OSHA is reviewing a regulation that may change OSHA inspections.