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Stud Bridging with Snap Lock!

Frustrated by too many clips and screws needed for conventional stud bridging?
Flex-Ability Concepts

Estimator's Edge

At the risk of offending several of my esteemed superiors, I am now prepared to address the delicate topic of general contractors (GCs).
One construction worker standing on top of a wooden house frame. Waiting for crain to bring the new plank for fixing.
Upon reviewing the many topics that I have touched upon in this column over the years, it amazes me that I hadn’t yet raised the issue of scheduling delays and their attendant impacts.
Having had the past privilege of shepherding a number of prospective estimators from time to time, I’ve experienced an amusing misconception among many of these “bidmeister” “want-to-bes.”

President's Message

The acoustic and drywall industry faces ongoing challenges, including skilled labor shortages, high turnover rates and an aging workforce.
In addition to being 2024–2025 president of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, Johnny Barnes is principal at TriCoast Building Group LLC in Gainesville, Florida.

InSync

I recently visited a jobsite—a 20-story tower where prefabricated exterior panels were being lifted into place by crane.
Job crafting—allowing individuals to define and structure how they work on projects—ought to boost construction productivity.
Is your portfolio filled with impressive high-profile projects? That’s good. You know the key players in your market.
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New Products

Milwaukee Tool launches their Power Managers for 15Amp and 20Amp Circuits, an innovative solution designed to optimize circuit usage and enhance battery charging capacity.
JLG Industries, Inc., announces its 60-ft EC600AJ boom lift.

Codes & Standards

I often get calls about specific fire rating details: Do I have to install this backer piece behind my control joint? Do butt joints have to be staggered? Is it OK to run wallboard vertically rather than horizontally?
This month I want to cover interior gypsum applications. The joint requirements are different for exterior applications and for portland cement plaster.
Image model of acoustic baffles
In this month’s installment, we will cover the ceilings portion of acoustics, including STC requirements for floor-ceiling assemblies, and introduce the concept of structure-borne sound and impact insulation class.

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