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Christopher Macey headshot

Incoming USG CEO Macey Signals Continuity, Innovation

New CEO Chris Macey outlines strategy, labor risks and innovation focus for wall, ceiling pros.
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John Wyatt
March 31, 2026
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New CEO Chris Macey outlines strategy, labor risks and innovation focus for wall, ceiling pros.


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Jill Bloom
BUILD26

BUILD26: A Review from New Orleans

A recap of the largest annual convention highlights education, innovation and collaboration across the wall and ceiling industry in New Orleans.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
March 18, 2026
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From education to the expo floor, BUILD26 showcased an emphasis on industry collaboration, innovation and professional development.




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BUILD26

BUILD26 Seminars: Skills, AI, Strategy

Seminars tackle AI, labor, safety and steel framing performance for contractors at BUILD26.
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John Wyatt
March 17, 2026
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Seminars tackle AI, labor, safety and steel framing performance for contractors at BUILD26.


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CEMCO Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Commerce City, Colo.

The 140,000-sq.-ft. plant boosts production and logistics for Western U.S. contractors.
W&C Staff
March 16, 2026
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The company has opened a 140,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Colorado, expanding regional production capacity to support growing demand across the Western U.S. interior construction market.


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WWCCA Marks 125 Years Serving Contractors and Builders

The association marks 125 years advancing wall and ceiling contractors’ standards in the West.
W&C Staff
March 13, 2026
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The association marks 125 years advancing wall and ceiling contractors’ standards in the West.


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Rethinking Magnesium Oxide (MgO): A Fresh Look at a Proven Building Material

Once known primarily for fire resistance and durability, modern magnesium oxide (MgO) sheathing is now emerging as a reliable, system-level solution that improves thermal performance, reduces thermal bridging and supports today’s high-performance wall designs.
Tim Wilson is solutions development leader at DuPont.
Tim Wilson
March 9, 2026
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Magnesium oxide panels are drawing renewed interest as a durable, fire-resistant alternative to traditional board materials. Advances in manufacturing and performance are prompting contractors and designers to reconsider where MgO fits in modern wall assemblies.
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Carol Schary’s (Global) Industry Legacy

The president and owner of Nathan Kimmel leads a generational wall and ceiling supplier serving contractors worldwide.
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John Wyatt
March 3, 2026
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The president and owner of Nathan Kimmel leads a generational wall and ceiling supplier serving contractors worldwide.


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The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs exceeded constitutional and statutory limits.

ABC Calls for Change: PLA Reversal Ahead

The association backs pro-growth policies, seeks project labor agreement repeal and workforce visa reform amid labor shortages, cost pressures and federal contracting changes.
W&C Staff
February 25, 2026
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The association backs pro-growth policies, seeks project labor agreement repeal and workforce visa reform amid labor shortages, cost pressures and federal contracting changes.


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What's New at the 2026 Slag Cement School

The Slag Cement Association will host its fifth annual Slag Cement School in Wilmington, Dela., April 21-22, offering technical education on slag cement fundamentals, ASTM C595 blended cement applications, performance case studies and a Heidelberg Materials plant tour as the industry shifts toward more sustainable concrete mixtures.
February 24, 2026
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The Slag Cement Association will host its fifth annual Slag Cement School in Wilmington, Dela., April 21-22,offering technical education on slag cement fundamentals, ASTM C595 blended cement applications, performance case studies and a Heidelberg Materials plant tour as the industry shifts toward more sustainable concrete mixtures.


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Expert Drywall Passes to New Principals, Stays Local

Next-generation principals take the reins while senior advisors support ongoing Pacific Northwest projects.
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John Wyatt
February 23, 2026
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The company has transitioned ownership to four internal leaders, positioning the Pacific Northwest framing and drywall contractor for continuity in project delivery, estimating, and field operations without changing its regional focus or market strategy.


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