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Enter SFIA's 2026 Steel Framing Awards by June 26

Submit SFIA-certified steel framing projects and products for the 2026 awards by June 26.

Mark Johnson is editor of BuildSteel.org, the voice of the steel framing industry and powered by the Steel Framing Industry Association

Mark L. Johnson

June 23, 2026

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SFIA members can enter award-winning steel framing projects and products through June 26.

If Walls Could Talk

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business, Makes Team USA

Tristan Coates' journey from student competitor to business owner highlights the opportunities available in today's skilled trades.

Tanja Kern

June 23, 2026

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Tristan Coates turned a high school carpentry program into a thriving construction company and a chance to represent the U.S. at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Strongman Finals Feature KNAACK Flip-and-Carry Event

A new World's Strongest Man finals event featured athletes flipping and carrying KNAACK storage boxes, testing strength and product durability

W&C Staff

June 22, 2026

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A new World's Strongest Man finals event featured athletes flipping and carrying KNAACK storage boxes, testing strength and product durability.

Top 50 Contractors

Submit Now For W&C Top 50 Contractors 2026!

Enter W&C’s Top 50 Contractors; share history, team photos and data for the August feature.

John Wyatt

April 30, 2026

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Enter W&C’s Top 50 Contractors; share history, team photos and data for the August feature.

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.

CISCA Contractor Challenge

CISCA Contractor Challenge Returns April 22 in Texas

Installers to compete for $5,000, Hilti tools and championship belt at the specialty ceiling systems showcase

Tanja Kern

February 17, 2026

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The Ceiling and Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) will host its second annual Contractor Challenge during the CISCA Summit in Grapevine, Texas, on April 22, featuring blind installations, a product showcase, and defending champions from Las Vegas ready to compete.

CISCA Summit 2026

CISCA Sets 2026 Contractor Challenge for April 22 in Texas

W&C Staff

January 21, 2026

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Teams of two installers will race the clock to install specialty ceiling systems for prizes, tools, and industry recognition.

EIMA Announces Expert Judging Panel for the 2025 EIFS Excellence Awards

EIMA has unveiled a distinguished panel of industry leaders to judge the 2025 EIFS Excellence Awards, with evaluations underway ahead of the December 15 completion date.

December 6, 2025

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EIMA has unveiled a distinguished panel of industry leaders to judge the 2025 EIFS Excellence Awards, with evaluations underway ahead of the December 15 completion date.