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Kermit Baker and Jim Abbott
METALCON 2026

METALCON Announces 2026 Keynote Speakers

Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott and economist Kermit Baker will speak at the 2026 event in Orlando
W&C Staff
May 26, 2026
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Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott and economist Kermit Baker will speak at the 2026 event in Orlando in October.



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

The Danger of Assumptions on the Jobsite

Misreading intent—on jobsites or in daily life—can escalate conflicts, cause delays and create unnecessary risk when communication and facts should lead decisions.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
May 22, 2026
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A simple story reveals how assumptions about intent can lead to conflict—on jobsites and beyond—highlighting the importance of clear communication over speculation.
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Giving Back

Polyglass Team Raises $40K for Cancer Research

Employees join Dolphins Cancer Challenge
W&C Staff
April 20, 2026
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Polyglass employees raised $40,000 in the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, joining thousands of participants in a record-setting effort supporting cancer research initiatives.


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Werner Ladder and NCAA Cobranded logo

Werner Expands NCAA Ladder Program Reach

The safety provider supplies 92 ladders for NCAA events, highlighting platform stability, safety and brand reach.
W&C Staff
April 8, 2026
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The safety provider supplies 92 ladders for NCAA events, highlighting platform stability, safety and brand reach.


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Publisher's Post with Jill Bloom
Publisher's Post

Watching Life Lessons

What tennis tournaments taught me about emotional intelligence, leadership and grace under pressure.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
July 24, 2025
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What tennis tournaments taught me about emotional intelligence, leadership and grace under pressure.
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Ceiling Panels

Draft Your Acoustic Team

How picking the right players keeps your walls winning.
Jon W. Mooney PE, principal consultant for Acoustics by JW Mooney LLC
Jon W. Mooney
June 18, 2025
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How picking the right players keeps your walls winning.
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Werner Celebrates 16 Years of NCAA March Madness Champions Climbing Its Ladders

Werner welcomes the 2024 season of NCAA men’s and women’s championship games, with the Werner commemorative ladder exclusively used during the NCAA net-cutting ceremony
April 8, 2024
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Werner celebrates 16 years as a proud sponsor of the NCAA basketball championship games. As part of the yearly celebration, Werner creates exclusive Podium Ladders to safely climb during the net-cutting ceremony.


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Werner Podium Ladder 2023

Werner Celebrates 15-Year Milestone as the Official Ladder of NCAA March Madness

Werner provided custom designed championship ladders throughout March Madness and celebrated with coaches, student-athletes and fans during NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship Games
June 28, 2023
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For the 15th year in a row, Werner is the official sponsor of the NCAA Women’s and Men’s Basketball championships games. As part of the partnership, Werner designed a customized ladder featuring a larger platform and taller guardrails, built specifically for the 2023 champions, that will safely accommodate the taller student athletes and larger shoe sizes.


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ESPN Radio to Tip off 2015 Werner Ladder Bracket Challenge

March 11, 2015
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ESPN Radio will tip off the Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament with its annual “Werner Ladder Bracket Challenge,” on Mike & Mike.
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