Technology

Is Drywall a WUI-Approved Product? Find Out Today

bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:45:00 -0400

Drywall isn't WUI approved by itself. Learn why tested assemblies determine wildfire code compliance.

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings.

METALCON 2026 Highlights Education, Innovation and Partnerships

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:18:00 -0400

METALCON unites top associations to address industry challenges through education and collaboration.

Integrate Adds Two Construction Leaders

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:26:00 -0400

Integrate strengthens its leadership team with the addition of a project manager and superintendent.

How Ford Drywall & Stucco Reduces Risk with Dusty

zreissdavis@dustyrobotics.com (Zachary Reiss-Davis) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:17 -0400

John Ford explains why Dusty improves quality, cuts rework, and transforms project coordination.

Amrize to Modernize Montreal Area Cement Plant to be Most Advanced in Eastern Canada

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Amrize broke ground on the modernization of its cement plant outside Montreal to be the most advanced and sustainable in Eastern Canada.

Construction Robots Advance Frankfurt Office Build

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Autonomous drilling robots improve safety, precision and productivity on a major office build.

METALCON Expands Design District for Architects

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:50:30 -0400

METALCON's 2026 Design District links industry trends to practical metal design decisions.

Nichiha Reflects on 70 Years of Cladding Success

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Global cladding leader celebrates 70 years while advancing wall system performance and design.

AIA Launches Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The AIA has created a commitment framework to help architects better serve their communities by building resilience and disaster risk reduction into the design and planning of new construction and renovation projects.

Third Screen AI Habit Gives Contractors an Edge

brandon@autobahnconsultants.com (Brandon Pipkin) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:45:00 -0400

Contractors who make AI a daily habit today may gain an advantage rivals cannot easily match.

USG Invests $1.2B in Texas Plant, Adding 200 Jobs

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:06 -0400

New USG facility in Orange, Texas, will create jobs and expand North American production.

Corey Hill Named Controller at Telling Industries

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Former educator Corey Hill advances to Controller, leading Telling's accounting operations.

East Austin Mass Timber Project Opens Workbench

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:49:00 -0400

Workbench opens in East Austin, blending mass timber construction with sustainable design.

CSI Faces Growing Pushback Over New Standards Licensing Model

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The construction industry is facing mounting backlash over a controversial licensing and software initiative tied to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and its widely used classification systems, including MasterFormat, UniFormat and OmniClass.

NEST Supports SkillsUSA Facilithon Finalists

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

NEST funds student travel to SkillsUSA Facilithon finals, expanding FM career awareness.

Trump Expands Pell Grants for Workforce Training

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:00 -0400

New Workforce Pell Grants could reshape career training and fast-track skilled worker hiring.

Bluebeam Launches AI-Powered Capabilities for AEC Teams

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Bluebeam announced that Bluebeam Max is now available to all customers globally, giving AEC teams the option to upgrade to a premium subscription that delivers AI-powered automation and next generation review tools.

Steel Spending Wave Supports Construction Jobs

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:54 -0400

Steel expansion drives construction activity.

Walbridge Named 2026 U.S. Best Managed Company Award

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Walbridge secured Gold Honoree status after six straight years as a U.S. Best Managed Company.

ABC: Construction Costs Up 6.2 Percent Since January 2026

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:07 -0400

Rising steel and energy costs may squeeze contractor margins and slow projects this year nationwide.

Steel Bridge Webinar Focuses on Infrastructure ROI

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:46:00 -0400

AISI webinar explores steel bridge durability, Buy America policy and infrastructure funding needs.

QXO Maps TopBuild Growth, Tech Integration Plan

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:25:00 -0400

QXO targets growth through TopBuild synergies, digital tools and bundled contractor services.

Nonunion Trades Shaped 2024 GOP Gains, Reports ABC

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ABC/Harris Poll: nonunion crews dominate workforce and voter base; PLA mandates may limit bids and raise costs.

Boost Profits with AI Scheduling

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI scheduling tools help contractors quickly adapt to delays, reduce idle time and hidden costs, and keep crews productive, safe and compliant.

Walbridge Builds Michigan’s Largest Data Center

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gigawatt AI campus drives union work, prefab systems and high-performance builds in Michigan.

ABC: STEP Cuts Jobsite Incidents by 85 Percent Rate

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 04 May 2026 09:11:00 -0400

A report from the associated group ties STEP safety systems to major TRIR and DART reductions across construction.

Clearance Requirements for Gypsum Panels Near Floors and Grade

bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gypsum panel clearance rules protect assemblies from moisture, damage and long-term performance risks.

Submit Now For W&C Top 50 Contractors 2026!

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:08:00 -0400

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

Armstrong's Leader Earns STEP Ahead Honors 2026

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Armstrong World Industries Director of Energy Saving Ceilings earns national recognition for innovative contributions, exceptional leadership by the Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education arm of the National Association of Manufacturers. 