Gypsum Ceiling Panels

National Gypsum Co.

Gridstone Gypsum Ceiling Panels are manufactured and available in both 2-foot-by-2-foot and 2-foot-by-4-foot sizes, while their precise construction allows for clean scoring and snapping, ensuring that the installation process is quick and straightforward. Backed by a 15-year limited warranty, the panels help create a sophisticated and contemporary look for traditional drop ceilings. The panels are factory finished with a 2 mil black vinyl laminate facer that complements a wide range of interior design styles. Once the panels are installed, the washable service only requires simple, periodic cleaning to maintain their bold appearance. To learn more, visit nationalgypsum.widen.net.

Drywall Cutting Machine

Automated Precision Equipment

The Magnus Drywall-Plywood CNC Cutting Machine Combines user-friendly design with CNC technology, increases productivity, safety and cost efficiency. Standard drywall shapes at the touch of a button. Fast loading and flipping of material using flip arm and pop up roller balls on the bed for easy material movement. It features two router heads, one automated multi-directional saw head with length and width cut. Its touchscreen operations with 15 pre-programmed shapes also include CNC custom file options. The cutting table features powered height adjustment while cutting on routers and saw (micro adjust). It is “Made in the USA.” For more information, visit apecnc.com.

High-performance Resilient Channel

CEMCO

The company’s RC1-XD High-Performance Resilient Channel is a proven solution for those high-end floor/ceiling assemblies often specified by architects in the premium multi-family segment. Manufactured from hot-dipped galvanized steel, the product has been tested in several wood-framed floor/ceiling assemblies with premium floor finishes often exceeding STC’s and IIC’s of 60, as well as HIIC’s of 70. It has been installed in both solid wood joist and open-web joist framed systems in multi-family projects across the USA. For more information, visit cemcosteel.com.

Gypsum Board Material Handler Attachment

JLG Industries Inc.

The company has added a new sheet material handler to its line of telehandler attachments. The coupler-mounted attachment can lift up to 3,000 pounds with a 72-inch maximum fork spread, allowing for heavy and wide materials to be delivered at height. The attachment can be used for picking and placing sheetrock, drywall, plywood, green board and other sheet materials. The 100-degree horizontal tilt ensures accurate placement at the desired location. The attachment can handle a maximum width load of 22 inches and provides a 180-degree swing capability. The sheet material handler attachment is compatible with models 742, 943, 1043, 1055 and 1255. This attachment requires an auxiliary electrics option to operate. For more information, visit jlg.com.

Drywall Grid System

CertainTeed Gypsum

The QuickSpan Locking Drywall Grid System is a ceiling grid system that provides the industry’s longest unsupported spans for flat drywall. It’s engineered and designed for quick easy installation of spans for drywall ceilings in hallways and corridors. The system features a click-in design letting users know when the tee is locked in place, eliminating the need for screws, pop rivets, or crimpers. It also features the Support Clip, providing longer and stronger spans without the need for wires, giving users the strength and stability for seamless installations. For more information, visit certainteed.com.

Water-resistant Gypsum Product

PABCO

Ideal for commercial projects where pre-rock construction is required, PABCO GLASS Interior can withstand exposure to the elements for up to a year with affecting product performance. Its mold and water-resistant gypsum core encased in a glass fiber mat makes it a perfect product for areas where moisture is a concern such as bathrooms, kitchens, basements and laundry rooms. Available in 5/8- and 1/2-inch sheets, the portfolio includes a full range of glass mat gypsum panels for interior and exterior applications for both commercial and residential projects including GLASS sheathing, shaftliner and interior glass. For more information, visit pabcogypsum.com.

Firecode Gypsum Panels

CONFAST Fastening Systems

Sheetrock Brand EcoSmart Panels Firecode X is an ultralightweight Type X panel designed to reduce weight, water, and embodied carbon. Reducing weight also reduces water usage and CO2 emissions during manufacture and transportation, allowing USG to deliver another industry-first: wallboard specifiable for sustainability. This solution provides even greater value to contractors, providing a single panel solution for the most specified fire-rated wall, ceiling, and column assemblies—eliminating the need for Type C and simplifying the jobsite. For more information, visit usg.com.

Orbital Drywall Sander

Festool USA

The Planex LHS 2 225 Drywall Sander features a LED light ring that ensures detailed visibility of the sanding path and the sander enables the user to see any unevenness on the surface during sanding. Because this on-board illumination immediately highlights surface irregularities, it also reduces the time needed to fix any problems, helping end-users achieve a better finished product in less time. The product uses a random orbit sanding motion to eliminate grooves and to ensure a flawless finish. The adjustable suction power on the lightweight tool, which keeps the tool snug with the work surface—helps to reduce the workload placed on the user’s arms and back. The tool connects to the CT 36 E AC dust extractor to create a nearly dust-free sanding solution. To also combat dust, Festool has unveiled a new version of the high-quality Granat abrasive. A new hole pattern allows for even better dust extraction when used with any of the Festool drywall sanders. For more information, visit festoolusa.com.

Seamless Acoustical Ceiling/Wall System

Armstrong World Industries

AcoustiBuilt Seamless Acoustical Ceiling and Wall System panels combine a smooth, non-directional, monolithic visual with excellent sound absorption and sound blocking.

Measuring 48 inch by 72 inch in size, the panels can be installed on both ceilings and walls. When installed on ceilings, the panels can be used in wall-to-wall, cloud, sloped or soffit applications. When installed on walls, the panels are meant for use seven feet above the floor, making them ideal for quieting spaces with high ceilings. The installed panel achieves a NRC of up to 0.80, indicating it absorbs up to 80 percent of the sound that strikes it. It is much easier and less costly to install than acoustical plaster. Use of the system and SimpleSoffit drywall grid soffit framing system makes ceiling installation quick and easy. Finishing methods are similar to those of traditional drywall. White AcoustiBuilt panels are intended for spaces desiring a Level 4 equivalent drywall finish.

To learn more, visit armstrongceilings.com.

One-pass Cornerbead

ClarkDietrich

Pro-Flex300 is a muddable, PVC-free flexible cornerbead that wipes down in as little as one pass. It installs with half the amount of compound needed when compared to standard cornerbeads. Because the paper surface is pretreated to accept paint, finishing compound is not required over the laminated area. Made with a reinforced paper backing that adds durability and impact resistance, the bead will not fuzz-up during finish sanding like paper and mesh tapes. The 3-inch cornerbead features a memory-free hinge that can be adjusted to any angle, creating perfect inside and outside 90° or off-angle corners, including bay windows and vaulted, coffered and tray ceilings. The extra width makes it ideal for corners where gaps are present or where a large fill or straightening is required, no backfilling needed. To learn more, visit clarkdietrich.com.

Drywall Finishing Robot

Canvas

With drive assist, Canvas’ 1200CX machine is capable of completing entire wall sections without manual intervention. First, the worker sets up the first machine at the beginning of a wall section, selecting which parts of the wall to do. Once confirmed, the machine will position itself along the wall in front of the appropriate workspaces and execute either the spraying or sanding function on its own. Each wall takes between 20-60 min depending on the size of the wall. This leaves the worker time to set up a second machine and have 15-55 minutes of time to execute manual workflows in parallel. Machines can continue making progress during worker breaks, accelerating productivity further. For more information, visit canvas.build.