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Happy 250th Fourth of July from Walls & Ceilings

Celebrating 250 years of freedom, innovation, and the readers who build America's future together.

W&C Staff

July 4, 2026

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Celebrating 250 years of freedom, innovation, and the readers who build America's future together.

Editor's Note

Building Safety Month Puts Wall and Ceiling Contractors on Notice

ICC campaign spotlighted codes, resilience and access shaping interior systems, inspections.

John Wyatt

July 3, 2026

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Codes, resilience and accessibility pressures are raising the bar for gypsum and ceiling contractors.

July 2026 Cover Story

Insul-Techs Adapts to Shifting Market Demands

California insulation contractor adapts to price hikes, delays, and energy code demands with SPF expertise.

John Wyatt

July 2, 2026

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Rising costs and delays test contractors, but SPF demand and planning keep projects on track.

Practical Plastering and Related Subjects by Byron Dalton

A Lost Art?

Plastering’s Future Still Depends on Its Past

William E. Rogers reflects on an enduring lesson from a 1937 plastering manual, arguing that apprenticeship, craftsmanship and personal responsibility remain the foundation of the trade.

William E. Rogers ACP

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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A timeless message from one of plastering's early masters reminds today's craftsmen that preserving the trade begins with training, pride and a commitment to excellence.

ABC's Combo Construction Backlog Indicator from June 2026

ABC Reports Construction Backlog Reaches Three-Year High

ABC reports construction backlog rose to 9.1 months in May as contractor confidence eased.

W&C Staff

June 16, 2026

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Construction backlog hit a near three-year high in May, driven by data center projects.

AIA Launches Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment

The AIA Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment provides architects with a foundation for action, encourages dialogue.

Lindsay Lewis

June 16, 2026

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The AIA has created a commitment framework to help architects better serve their communities by building resilience and disaster risk reduction into the design and planning of new construction and renovation projects.

A past student of the MyWIC camp event in Philadelphia

Free Girls Construction Camps Return to Philly 2026

Free Philadelphia camps introduce girls to skilled trades, construction careers and mentorship.

W&C Staff

June 15, 2026

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Philadelphia girls gain hands-on construction experience through free MyWIC summer camps.

Manufacturer News

ATAS Employees Complete Manufacturing Leadership Program

Two leaders finish six-month institute

W&C Staff

June 10, 2026

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Two ATAS International employees completed a regional manufacturing leadership program to develop management and business skills.

A "Habitual" volunteer for 2026's JCWP in Atlanta

Simpson Strong-Tie Marks Habitat Milestone with Support of 2026 Carter Work Project

Simpson Strong-Tie volunteers and sponsors Habitat's 2026 Carter Work Project in Atlanta.

John Wyatt

June 5, 2026

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Employees joined thousands of volunteers helping build homes during Habitat's Atlanta event.

Shelly Travis, the executive director of SkillsUSA, center at the start of the 2025 Skills competition.

NEST Supports SkillsUSA Facilithon Finalists

NEST helps students attend SkillsUSA Facilithon finals and explore FM careers nationwide.

John Wyatt

May 22, 2026

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NEST funds student travel to SkillsUSA Facilithon finals, expanding FM career awareness.

Articles Tagged with ''training''

Happy 250th Fourth of July from Walls & Ceilings

Building Safety Month Puts Wall and Ceiling Contractors on Notice

Insul-Techs Adapts to Shifting Market Demands

Plastering’s Future Still Depends on Its Past

ABC Reports Construction Backlog Reaches Three-Year High

AIA Launches Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment

Free Girls Construction Camps Return to Philly 2026

ATAS Employees Complete Manufacturing Leadership Program

Simpson Strong-Tie Marks Habitat Milestone with Support of 2026 Carter Work Project

NEST Supports SkillsUSA Facilithon Finalists

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