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Reducing Spinout With Abuse-Resistant And Impact-Resistant Gypsum Panels

Minimizing Screw Spinout

Michael Schmeida

April 1, 2019

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Gypsum panel product manufactures started receiving complaints that drywall screw heads did not seat properly when attaching AR/IR panels to 20-EQ studs.

A Gypsum Q&A with Gypsum Association Specialist, Greg Woolley

Susan Hines

December 1, 2018

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After a year at the Gypsum Association, Technical Services Specialist Greg Woolley is more than ready to answer your questions related to gypsum panel products.

Specialized Performance Gypsum Panels for Single-family Homes

Susan Hines

July 5, 2018

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There's value in using specialized gypsum panels for a home. But the benefits don’t stop there.

Fire Resistance Codes

Duct Call

Michael Schmeida

July 1, 2017

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Fire resistance codes play in important factor in the design of buildings.

Gypsum Board Uses in Different Applications

Susan Hines

March 1, 2017

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Improvements are constantly made to gypsum board and innovation still is at the forefront of the industry’s mind.

Building a Brand

Steve Meima

December 1, 2016

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With the expansion of the gypsum panel product offerings, a new logo represents what the association now has to offer.

Developing an Industry Standard for Scrap Board Recycling

Michael Schmeida

July 1, 2016

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The Gypsum Association and its member companies are committed to sustainability, and now, our industry is embracing another opportunity to contribute to a greener world.

Gypsum Association Revises Text in GA-216

Steve Meima

May 1, 2016

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After receiving negative reports from contractors, the GA committee revised previous text that used incorrect language when describing studs.

GA-216: The Drywall Hanger's Bible

With the new release of GA-216, it’s important to know the significance of the role it serves in the construction industry.

Steve Meima

February 4, 2016

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With the new release of GA-216, it’s important to know the significance of the role it serves in the construction industry.

The Digital Fire Resistance Design Manual

Steve Meima

October 1, 2015

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How the new e-book version is making it easier on its readers.

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