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Aligning Performance, Speed and Design with Metal Panels

How insulated metal panels support construction’s core priorities for 2026.

May 14, 2026

Facing labor, cost and carbon pressures, builders turn to insulated metal panels to streamline construction, boost performance and deliver faster, more predictable, high-efficiency building envelopes.

April 2026 Product Focus: Drywall & Accessories

Essential Materials Driving Performance on Every Jobsite

April 29, 2026

From gypsum panels to finishing compounds and fasteners, drywall and its accessories continue to evolve. Explore the products, systems, and innovations helping contractors improve efficiency, durability, and overall wall performance.

Armstrong's Leader Earns STEP Ahead Honors 2026

Waltemyer recognized for leadership, workforce growth, and energy-saving ceiling innovation.

John Wyatt

April 28, 2026

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Armstrong World Industries Director of Energy Saving Ceilings earns national recognition for innovative contributions, exceptional leadership by the Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education arm of the National Association of Manufacturers. 

Marshall N. White Community Center in Ogden City, Utah

Revitalizing a Landmark

Utah’s Marshall N. White Community Center features curtainwalls and entrances, plus glass and thermal spacers.

Heather West

April 7, 2026

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Ogden’s Marshall N. White Community Center reopens with a striking, energy-efficient design—highlighting advanced curtainwall systems and collaboration behind its modern, welcoming exterior.

Spray Foam vs Traditional Insulation in the South

Comparing performance in heat, humidity, and severe weather conditions

John Wyatt

April 1, 2026

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Fiberglass and cellulose often fall short in Southern climates, while spray foam delivers better air sealing, moisture control, and energy efficiency.

March 2026 Product Focus: Insulation

Advanced insulation solutions that are reshaping building performance, code compliance, and jobsite efficiency

March 24, 2026

See the latest innovations in insulation, improving fire safety, energy performance, and long-term durability in modern wall assemblies.

Energy Codes

Federal Court Halts HUD Energy Code Mandate

Ruling affects housing projects nationwide

Tanja Kern

March 16, 2026

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A federal court vacated a HUD rule requiring the 2021 energy code for federally backed housing, renewing national debate over construction costs, energy efficiency and building standards.

February 2026 Product Buzz Guide

February 26, 2026

The Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry.

Avalon Brighton, an apartment community located in Boston, Massachusetts

Brick Rainscreen Systems Can Improve Traditional Veneer Performance

Brick rainscreen systems offer a more energy-efficient, airtight, and sustainable alternative to traditional brick veneer, enabling modern buildings to meet ASHRAE, Passive House, and LEED performance standards.

Steve Collins

January 12, 2026

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Brick rainscreen systems offer a more energy-efficient, airtight, and sustainable alternative to traditional brick veneer, enabling modern buildings to meet ASHRAE, Passive House, and LEED performance standards.

From Energy Efficiency to Moisture Management: Why Air and Vapor Control Matter

How proper air and vapor control within building enclosures is essential for energy efficiency, moisture management, and long-term durability, emphasizing the need for continuous, well-integrated control layers and coordinated installation to prevent damage, inefficiency, and health issues.