Gypsum Association

Gypsum Association Supports Research Aimed At Drywall Recycling and Landfill Diversion

Limiting carbon dioxide emissions could be added bonus.

October 18, 2021

The Gypsum Association (GA) announces its support for research exploring the viability of using construction and demolition (C&D) waste gypsum in concrete.

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GA to Update All Code-Reference Documents in 2021

THE ASSOCIATION WILL UPDATE ALL CODE-REFERENCED DOCUMENTS, ESPECIALLY GA-600 AS IT IS RELIED UPON AS A SOURCE DOCUMENT FOR FIRE-RESISTANCE AND SOUND-CONTROL DESIGN.

Susan Hines

August 27, 2021

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Every three years, in alignment with the building code cycle, the Gypsum Association issues new editions of the Association’s three code-referenced publications: GA-600 Fire Resistance and Sound Control Design Manual, GA-216 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products, and GA-253 Application of Gypsum Sheathing.

Gypsum Area Separation Firewalls

Michael Schmeida

January 21, 2021

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Passive fire protection is an essential aspect of gypsum construction. Gypsum firewalls of various types (shaft walls, simple partitions, etc.) prevent fire from spreading without relying on mechanical means of control, such as sprinkling.

Gypsum Association Releases Environmental Product Declaration for Typical Wallboard

May 7, 2020

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

Gypsum Association Celebrates 90 Years!

May 7, 2020

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

History of the Gypsum Association

The Past is Prologue: The First 30 Years

December 3, 2017

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Looking into the past leads us to where the Gypsum Association is today.

GA Revises 11 Technical Documents

August 9, 2017

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The Gypsum Association announced the revision of 11 technical documents.

Gypsum Association Introduces New Brand Identity

November 26, 2016

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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.