The Gypsum Association has released a revised and updated environmental product declaration (EPD) for 5/8” type X North American gypsum boards.

The Gypsum Association (GA) is pleased to announce the start of its 90th year in service to the gypsum industry.

The Gypsum Association announced the revision of 11 technical documents.

The Gypsum Association (GA) announced a new brand identity with a refreshed logo. A not-for-profit trade association representing the manufacturers of gypsum panel products in the US and Canada, the Association serves as the center of expertise on the handling, storage, specification, and proper installation of this expanding family of gypsum-based sheet products.

In January 2016, the Gypsum Association released GA-216-2016, Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products. On page 3, section 2.2.12.4 should read:

The Gypsum Association announces the publication of its revised application standard, GA-216-2016, Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products.  The new 2016 specification provides appropriate installation methods for most gypsum panels, from the more common regular and type X wallboards to specialized performance boards such as glass mat water-resistant gypsum panels and abuse-resistant and impact-resistant gypsum panels.