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USG's Diane Earll Named Red Cross Chicago Board Chair

The company's Diane Earll becomes Red Cross Chicago board chair, expanding her longtime community leadership.

John Wyatt

July 9, 2026

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USG leader Diane Earll takes on a new Red Cross leadership role after years of board service.

On the Job

Oakland Nursery Retrofit Highlights the Value of SPF

An Oakland, Calif., project demonstrates how careful planning, quality installation and high-performance spray foam systems can improve building efficiency in existing facilities.

John Wyatt

July 2, 2026

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An Oakland, Calif., project demonstrates how careful planning, quality installation and high-performance spray foam systems can improve building efficiency in existing facilities.

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American History

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

From plaster to drywall, see how wall and ceiling systems shaped America since 1607

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings.

USG Advances High-NRC Ceiling Panel Solutions

The company expands high-NRC ceiling panels for quieter, durable commercial interior spaces.

W&C Staff

May 13, 2026

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Mars 95/30 and Juno panels deliver balanced acoustics, durability and clean ceiling design.

Top 25 Ceiling Contractors of 2026

The firms leading on installation quality, workforce discipline and above-ceiling coordination in an increasingly complex market.

Tanja Kern

John Wyatt

May 12, 2026

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Suspended ceilings demand precision, code compliance and tight field coordination. Our Top 25 Ceiling Contractors are leading the way—delivering high-quality installations while managing labor, materials and complex project schedules across diverse markets. See which firms are setting the standard for efficiency, safety and consistent performance.

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Walbridge Builds Michigan’s Largest Data Center

Walbridge leads $16 billion Michigan data center with union labor, complex systems and scale.

John Wyatt

May 6, 2026

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Gigawatt AI campus drives union work, prefab systems and high-performance builds in Michigan.

Ceiling Panel System Targets Seamless Acoustics and Design Continuity from Turf

New ceiling system delivers seamless coverage and acoustic control for calm, cohesive interiors.

May 4, 2026

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New ceiling system delivers seamless coverage and acoustic control for calm, cohesive interiors.

CISCA Summit 2026

T-P Acoustics Wins 2026 Contractor Challenge

T-P Acoustics claimed the 2026 Contractor Challenge belt at CISCA Summit, showcasing speed and craftsmanship in a high-energy competition featuring eight top acoustical contracting teams.

Tanja Kern

April 27, 2026

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T-P Acoustics claimed the 2026 Contractor Challenge crown at the 2026 CISCA Summit, showcasing speed and craftsmanship in a high-energy competition featuring eight top acoustical contracting teams.