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Optimizing Acoustics in Steel Construction

As the use of delegated design increases, wall and ceiling contractors are taking on more liability for meeting acoustical, fire, and other performance requirements.

AWCI Member Spotlight: 5 Angle Construction

Back in the day, we just had grid and plain old ceiling tile, and once in a while we’d throw in tegular grid. Now we’re doing the plank system, off-modular layouts, wood ceilings and linear ceilings. With a mighty field staff of 40, 5 Angle is staying busy in northwestern Ohio with commercial space in offices, schools, hospitals and municipal buildings.

Sustainability: What Is It Really?

In this article, we will see how new buildings work to nurture a warming planet, and how the wall and ceiling industry can be a part of this new wave of sustainability.

Estimator's Edge

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Labor Shortage Reprised

A few months ago, I authored a two-part column on this page underscoring the concern of a growing labor shortage that has befallen troubled construction contractors of late.

The Iron Triangle, Part 2

In my column last month, I introduced the concept of the “Iron Triangle.” This model in construction management consists of the elements of scope, budget and schedule.

The Iron Triangle, Part 1

“Vince, you’ll never be a decent project manager unless you’re a successful estimator as well.”

President's Message

Paying Heed to Mental Health

Despite outward appearances, we can never fully know the internal battles others are fighting.

InSync

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Build Crazy Geometries

The 2020 paper, “Technology Impact on the Means and Methods of Wall and Ceiling Construction,” from the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, noted that artificial intelligence (AI) applications “stand to bring about construction efficiency by impacting the constructability of designs.” That efficiency potential has now arrived.

Look Beyond Generative AI

Who can deny the allure of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)? Its potential to enhance processes, analyze data and automate project documentation is compelling.

Are You Ready for a Hiring Crunch?

The need for critical trades skills in the U.S. has never been greater. While we’re all aware of that, some of the figures I’ll present here have real implications on your project planning.

New Products

Mid-Rail Deck Accessory

Work at height often requires MEWP (mobile elevating work platforms) operators to get into extremely tight overhead spaces—areas between drop ceiling tiles, ceiling joists and roof trusses, HVAC ductwork, electrical

Dustless U-Blend Lid

Health and safety in the workplace is a growing concern, especially when it applies to the commercial coatings industry.

Fireblocking

Sto Fireblocking has recently launched a patent-pending solution designed to meet the latest rigorous fireblocking requirements in the 2022 NYC Building Code (BC) for combustible exterior wall assemblies.

Codes & Standards

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