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Estimator's Edge

The title for this writing most unambiguously shouts out a question that started echoing along cerebral pathways, beginning in the morning hours of February 28.

Things that happened for the first time seem to be happening again. “Where or When…”–Rogers and Hart With the sight of new calendars constantly popping up on screens everywhere, I am compelled to roll out my annual practice of summarizing the past year and, more to the point, projecting what the upcoming year (or era) […]

In my esteemed capacity as senior estimator, I am constantly compelled to dismiss a plethora of sometimes absurd questions presented by prospective “bidmeisters.”

President's Message

As my term as president of AWCI ends, I want to sincerely thank the members, volunteers and staff who make this association such an important part of our industry.

InSync

As I write this column, the economic signals are not particularly reassuring.
Walk a jobsite under pressure, and you’ll recognize the signs immediately.
The dry-erase board at many drywall contractors’ offices may soon require an update.

New Products

Ramset has revolutionized concrete insulation installation with the launch of the Cobra+ IFS, a high-performance system designed to replace slow, messy adhesives and pre-drilling. Built on the durable and ergonomically

MAX USA Corp. has officially released its new line of Buy America-compliant tie wire.

Sto Corp. has announced the expansion of its StoVentec® Fiber Cement Rainscreen® System with the introduction of the Mezzo collection. The Mezzo additions offer subtle, organic tonal variations from light

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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