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Safety remains one of the most critical considerations in wall and ceiling construction, particularly when it comes to fire‑rated assemblies.

In a powerful moment that brought industry leaders to their feet at BUILD26: AWCI’s Convention + Expo, AWCI presented the 2026 Pinnacle Award, to Scott Casabona.

For more than 50 years, CEMCO® has been recognized as one of the largest manufacturers of steel framing and metal lath systems in the United States.

For more than 35 years, Specified Technologies Inc. (STI) has remained solely focused on firestopping, smoke and sound solutions.

Construction companies face existential threats from disasters such as fires, hurricanes, tornadoes and floods. Prudent advance planning will help preserve assets, retain customers and ensure the preservation of systems required to continue operations.

More women are entering construction careers that offer a dynamic mix of challenge and problem solving with a rewarding finished product.

By providing a consistent technical framework, this revised educational program helps teams work more efficiently, seize new market opportunities and stay competitive as cold-formed steel grows as a primary structural solution.

By stocking naloxone and training staff to respond to emergencies, companies can implement a proven, lifesaving strategy that reduces fatalities and reinforces a culture of proactive safety.

Safety excellence isn’t a destination, it’s a discipline. Built on intentional leadership and behavior-focused programs rather than optics, Valley Interior Systems has established a powerful foundation for change.