Installing Drop-out Ceilings Bench Test: A Check-in on Drop-out Ceilings Michael Chusid RA, FCSI Bill Kneeland September 1, 2014 No Comments A thermoplastic drop-out ceiling panel has recently been tested and approved for installation beneath fire sprinklers.Read More
USG and AEC Cares Help Chicago Families Remodeling for a Better Future Richard C. Master AIA September 1, 2014 No Comments AEC cares helps to create safe environments for Chicago families.Read More
Top 50 Contractors of 2014 Walls & Ceilings’ Second Annual Top 50 Contractors. John Wyatt August 1, 2014 No Comments This gathering brings together the industry’s most progressive and resourceful group.Read More
History of Plaster in Colonial Times The History of Plaster in Architecture Pre-Colonial and Colonial Patrick Webb August 1, 2014 No Comments A look at how plaster originated in the pre-colonial and colonial time periods.Read More
Optimizing Acoustics in Schools Optimizing Acoustic Experiences in Schools Gary Madaras Ph.D. August 1, 2014 No Comments How to optimize acoustic performance using different ceiling materials and designs.Read More
ALL THINGS GYPSUM The GA Preserves Natural Resources Enhancing Sustainability Steve Meima July 1, 2014 No Comments The gypsum association continues to be a source of knowledge for the building community.Read More
Benefits of the Variable Refrigerant Flow The Next Big Thing in HVAC? Chris Dixon July 1, 2014 No Comments The variable refrigerant flow is starting to gain popularity in the U.S.Read More
Misconceptions of Sound Ratings The Sound Truth Don Pilz May 28, 2014 No Comments Misconceptions and realities of sound ratings.Read More
The Benefits of Continuous Insulation Energy Savings is Only Half of the Story Dean DeWildt May 1, 2014 No Comments With the expanded adoption of the updated International Energy Conservation Code, it’s hard to find a building scientist today that doesn’t recommend the benefits of CI.Read More
STUCCO STOP Preventing Cracks in Stucco Controlling the Cracks May 1, 2014 No Comments What it takes to prevent cracking in stucco. Read More