Walls & Ceilings Magazine

09/12/2025

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney breaks down some of the key features roofing contractors need to have in their contractors when it comes to workmanship and material warranties.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97640-warranties-and-material-failures-explained

09/12/2025

Governor Wes Moore joined Liatris, an advanced materials company specializing in thermal insulation, to celebrate the grand opening of its expanded pilot manufacturing facility in Rockville, Md.

The project is set to generate more than $20 million in economic activity over the next three years, while creating 15 direct jobs and more than 100 indirect positions across the region.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97643-governor-moore-welcomes-liatris-expansion-in-maryland-boosting-green-innovation-and-local-jobs

09/12/2025

Building Composites announced an expansion of their operation that includes additional storage capacity and new office space to support the company’s growth and commitment to quickly scaling operations.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97639-building-composites-expands-operations-to-support-company-growth

Building Composites announced an expansion of their operation that includes additional storage capacity and new office space to support the company’s growth and commitment to quickly scaling operations.

09/11/2025

Family Legacy Earns R.L. Reppert the 2025 Walls and Ceilings Leadership Award

Father-and-son team Richard Sr. and Jr. Reppert were honored for decades of quality work, employee commitment, and industry leadership that built R L Reppert, Inc into one of the nation’s top contractors.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97634-family-legacy-earns-rl-reppert-the-2025-walls-and-ceilings-leadership-award

09/11/2025

Closing the Skilled Labor Gap with Virtual Reality

Virtual reality is transforming insulation training in the construction industry by offering faster, safer, and more consistent skill development—helping address labor shortages and appeal to a new generation of tech-savvy workers. Knauf North America

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97636-closing-the-skilled-labor-gap-with-virtual-reality

09/11/2025

Knauf North America announced a significant investment in its Shelbyville, Ind., operations.

The expansion reflects Knauf’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and meeting the growing needs of its customers while strengthening long-term growth.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97635-knauf-expands-insulation-manufacturing-capacity-with-major-shelbyville-investment

09/11/2025

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09/10/2025

Exterior insulation and finish systems have long offered a compelling blend of energy efficiency, design flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.

But as building codes evolve and performance expectations grow more demanding—particularly around fire safety, durability, and carbon reduction—so too must the systems that envelope our buildings. - ROCKWOOL

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97632-why-the-smartest-design-teams-are-switching-to-stone-wool-eifs

09/10/2025

Registration is now open for the can't-miss building safety event of the year.

Learn, connect and make an impact at the 2025 International Code Council Annual Conference, Expo and Committee Action Hearings in Cleveland.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97630-registration-is-open-for-the-2025-iccs-annual-conference

09/09/2025

ClarkDietrich obtains third-party certification for drift and deflection connectors

The manufacturer has received third-party certification (IAPMO ER-729) confirming its drift and deflection connectors meet major building code requirements, enabling their use on California state-funded projects and reinforcing their role in enhancing structural safety, seismic resilience, and sustainability.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97628-clarkdietrich-obtains-third-party-certification-for-drift-and-deflection-connectors

09/09/2025

Apogee Architectural Metals has launched its new digital hub. A single, industry-leading destination showcasing EFCO, Tubelite and Wausau Window brand products, projects and resources.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97627-mca-announces-2025-design-award-winners

09/09/2025

The Metal Construction Association announced the winners of the 2025 MCA Design Awards.

These awards celebrate the innovative and versatile use of metal in architecture, showcasing projects that highlight both design excellence and the creative application of products from MCA member companies.

https://www.wconline.com/articles/97627-mca-announces-2025-design-award-winners