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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler

Gypsum Sheathing Explained: Capabilities, Limits, and Common Misconceptions

Gypsum sheathing is a reliable, code-recognized exterior substrate when used as intended, but misunderstandings about exposure limits and construction sequencing continue to drive preventable jobsite problems.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
March 25, 2026
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Gypsum sheathing is a reliable, code-recognized exterior substrate when used as intended, but misunderstandings about exposure limits and construction sequencing continue to drive preventable jobsite problems.


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Dynamic real-world exposure testing (funded by DuPont)

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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All Things Gypsum
GA Corner

Selecting GA-600 Assemblies: A Practical Guide to STC Targets and Sound Control Tradeoffs

A field-focused overview of how STC ratings are organized in GA-600 and how contractors can filter assemblies by fire rating, acoustic target and constructability to reduce risk and meet performance expectations.
Brooke Fishel is director of Stewardship and External Affairs at the Gypsum Association
Brooke Fishel
March 1, 2026
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A field-focused overview of how STC ratings are organized in GA-600 and how contractors can filter assemblies by fire rating, acoustic target and constructability to reduce risk and meet performance expectations.


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Expanded Metal Ceilings

Expanded Metal Ceilings: Strength That Beautifies

Expanded metal ceilings combine strength, visual flexibility, and sustainability, giving architects and designers a high-performance material that elevates both form and function across a wide range of applications.
Manuel E. Menchaca, MBA, is the senior marketing manager for Wallner Expac
Manuel Menchaca
February 20, 2026
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Expanded metal ceilings combine strength, visual flexibility, and sustainability, giving architects and designers a high-performance material that elevates both form and function across a wide range of applications.
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EVENTS

Live Industry

6/22/26 to 6/24/26
Las Vegas, NV
United States

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Conference & Expo

The National Fire Protection Association has announced that it will hold its 2026 NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay. The show features a wide variety of 400-plus exhibitors, over 8,000 attendees and 120-plus educational sessions, workshops, and presentations with attendees from 94 countries. Collaborate and network with thousands of fire protection engineers, electricians, firefighters, building and facility managers, manufacturers of safety equipment, government officials, and all other life safety professionals.

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Live Industry

11/2/26 to 11/5/26
Fort Worth, TX
United States

FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show

FIC ’26, the FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show, is the leading educational firestop conference in the world. The event brings together Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors, Special Inspection Agency personnel, AHJs, Manufacturers, and industry leaders for three collaborative days focused on educating, developing, and improving the firestop industry. Read More
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