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Architectural Color Trends and Building Product Impact Shared at FGIA Fall Conference

Participants at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance’s 2024 Fall Conference heard color forecasts from an expert in the field, who shared an exploration of trends emerging and evolving in the building products market over the next three to five years.




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Big Impact Award - UNICEF and the Ethical Tea Partnership

Awarded to a project that has had a substantial impact on national or international life




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Paul Johnson Drywall Completes Acquisition of Stratis Construction

Paul Johnson Drywall LLC has completed the acquisition of Stratis Construction Inc., one of the leading drywall subcontractors in Arizona.




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SprayFoam 2025 Convention & Expo Returns to Daytona Beach, Florida, on Feb. 9-12

The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance has announced that the SprayFoam 2025 Convention and Expo, also known as “SPRAYTONA,” will be held Feb. 9-12 in Daytona Beach, Florida. The event will bring together professionals in spray foam insulation, roofing, specialty applications, concrete lifting, coatings and related equipment from the U.S. and abroad.




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Steel Intumescent Composite




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Embracing Technology to Improve Labor Crunch in the Construction Industry

With the construction industry undergoing major changes, it might be time to start hiring some tech-savvy individuals.




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How to Improve Bid Accuracy

As someone who started in construction almost 40 years ago, there are a few truths that never change. 




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W&C Architect Webinar on Levels of Finish

Walls & Ceilings Architect’s next Webinar will be held on February 28.




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New Metal-Clad Apartment Complex Brings Public Access to Riverfront

From eyesore to public amenity – that’s the journey an unusual site has taken alongside St. Paul, Minnesota’s Mississippi riverfront as just one element in the city’s efforts to turn a former industrial area into a new center for housing and outdoor recreation.




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FTC Bans Non-Compete Agreements for Most Workers

On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 to issue a new rule prohibiting the use of non-compete agreements for most U.S. workers. It is estimated that approximately 30 million workers are currently bound by such agreements, which prevent them from changing employers in their industry.




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Institute for Specialized Medicine & Intervention Features Rockfon Ceiling Systems

HOK designed the Institute for Specialized Medicine & Intervention’s new clinic in Quebec as a spa-like experience for underserved patients. Supporting this modern, comforting, healing environment, HOK specified Rockfon Medical Plus acoustic stone wool ceiling panels for all of ISMI’s treatment rooms.




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Elevating Retail Ambiance: Revamped Dardano’s Shoe Store in Broomfield, Colorado

Are you ready to step into a retail space where style meets acoustic excellence? Welcome to the remarkable transformation of Dardano’s shoe store in Broomfield, Colorado, where Altispace laminate beams, illuminated beams and wooden ceiling clouds have mitigated sound reverberation issues and revolutionized the shopping experience.




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Sue Tibballs: Campaign heroes bring value beyond measure

If you want to learn about campaigning, look to the community activists who seek no fame or fortune, just local change




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Rebecca Munro: Lessons from the RSPB's Let Nature Sing campaign

We knew we had to be bold to reach the wider public, writes the director of communications and fundraising at the wildlife charity




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Best Use of Impact Reporting - Clic Sargent

Awarded to the charity or social enterprise that has placed outcomes, rather than outputs, at the heart of its work and used impact reporting to bring about significant improvements to its beneficiaries




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Communications Agency Campaign of the Year - Spink and Orchid for Face up to Prostate Cancer

Awarded to an agency that has helped to create a highly successful communications campaign for its client, or provided an exceptional level of support and advice




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Communications Campaign of the Year - Encephalitis Society for World Encephalitis Day 2019

Awarded to a charity for a highly successful, innovative or inspiring communications campaign




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Clic Sargent's impact report: the difficult second album

The youth cancer charity's report drew praise from around the sector last year, but it left it with a challenge: how to make it even better




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Updated Company Catalog Features 6,000 Tools

Bon’s line of contractor-grade hand tools and materials for the building trades has been expanded to nearly 6,000 products and includes more than 200 new items in the company’s 2013 Master Catalog.




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VIDEO: W&C’s Leadership Award Winner Nancy Brinkerhoff

In this video, W&C congratulates Nancy Brinkerhoff of Ironwood Commercial Builders of Northern California on her being named this year’s Leadership Award Winner.




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The Goley Companies in Illinois Celebrates Half a Century

A family business since 1973, The Goley Companies installs commercial and residential insulation in St. Louis, throughout the Midwest and increasingly to locations across the country as its footprint and influence expands.




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VIDEO: Do You Know Your Company’s Policy on Marijuana Use?

In this video, W&C contributor Trent Cotney discusses ways to reach potential and existing customers.  




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Important CISCA Staff Update

On Sept. 24, Shirley Wodynski marked a significant milestone, celebrating 16 years of dedicated service as executive director of the Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association.




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PODCAST: Beware of Spray Foam in a Can—The Imposters

Walls & Ceilings’ monthly chat with Tom Harris on spray foam and the industry vents that support the industry.




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The Importance of Fire Protection in Modern Construction

Designing buildings to be resilient against fire takes collaboration and knowledge.




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The Lester Group Appoints New VP of Fortress Door Company

The Lester Group announced the appointment of Jerry Pennington as the new vice president of Fortress Door Company, effective immediately. Pennington brings over three decades of industry experience to his new role at Fortress Door, where he will be instrumental in guiding the company’s sales and operational strategies.




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Compliance in Safety is Critical

Use of fall protection equipment when operating MEWPs.




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The campaign that dared to do things differently

WaterAid's Untapped broke many of the traditional rules but still exceeded its fundraising target. Rebecca Cooney reports




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Fundraising Campaign - ActionAid UK for Not This Girl

Awarded to a fundraising campaign that used an original or inspiring approach to secure donations




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Third Sector Awards 2019: Celebrity Charity Champion - Scott Mitchell, Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer's Research UK

For the celebrity or celebrities that have shown genuine and productive support for their chosen charity or charities




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OSHA seeks employee representative for construction advisory committee

Washington — OSHA is accepting nominations until Feb. 22 for an employee representative on its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health.




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Next government must improve volunteering systems and support, charity shop body urges

The Charity Retail Association is pushing for better volunteering practices and a renewed focus on reuse




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Trump to nominate Amanda Wood Laihow to short-staffed OSHRC

Washington — President Donald Trump on Oct. 9 announced he will nominate Amanda Wood Laihow for one of the two vacant seats on the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, which has been shorthanded – and lacking a quorum – for more than five months.




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Trump re-nominates Cynthia Attwood to be OSHRC commissioner

Washington — President Donald Trump on Oct. 17 re-nominated Cynthia Attwood for a third term on the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, another step toward filling all three commissioner seats.




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Computer vision syndrome

Computer vision syndrome, also referred to as digital eyestrain, encompasses a group of vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer, tablet, e-reader and smartphone use, according to the American Optometric Association.




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Workplace violence and security: Are your employees safe?

Is your office prepared to deal with workplace violence? If you’re unsure or think it’s unlikely to occur, consider this: “Some 2 million American workers are victims of workplace violence each year,” states OSHA, which adds that “workplace violence can strike anywhere, and no one is immune.”




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Simple steps to help prevent the spread of illnesses

As reports of the current outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) dominate the headlines, keeping calm can prove difficult. However, one of the best ways to combat anxiety – and be prepared – is to be informed.




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The 2015 National Safety Council Congress & Expo

Join the National Safety Council in Atlanta for the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals. Here are online resources to help you plan and enjoy your trip to the show, or to follow along from home.




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2016 NSC Congress & Expo

Join the National Safety Council in Anaheim for the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals. Here are online resources to help you plan and enjoy your trip to the show, or to follow along from home.




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2017 NSC Congress & Expo

The 2017 NSC Congress & Expo is set to take place Sept. 23-29 in Indianapolis. Safety+Health offers an extensive preview of the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals, including a look at educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, the “Best in Show” New Product Showcase, and more. Here are online resources to help you plan and enjoy your trip to the show, or to follow along from home.




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2018 NSC Congress & Expo

The 2018 NSC Congress & Expo is set to take place Oct. 20-26 in Houston. Safety+Health offers an extensive preview of the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals, including a look at educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, the “Best in Show” New Product Showcase Awards, and more.




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The National Safety Council 2019 Congress & Expo

Set to take place Sept. 6-12 in San Diego, the NSC 2019 Congress & Expo is the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals. Safety+Health offers an extensive preview, including a look at educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, the “Best in Show” New Product Showcase Awards, and more.




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NSC postpones 2020 Congress & Expo

Itasca, IL — Citing safety concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the National Safety Council has rescheduled its annual conference for March 28-30.




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The National Safety Council Safety Congress & Expo

A look at the virtual event, set to take place March 1-5, including keynote speakers, Technical Sessions, networking opportunities and Professional Development Seminars.




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2021 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Safety+Health takes you inside the upcoming 2021 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, detailing all you need to know to make the most of your experience.




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The 2022 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Safety+Health takes you inside the upcoming 2022 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, set for Sept. 16-22 in San Diego. We map out all you need to know to make the most of your experience.




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Last chance to share your expertise at the 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo

Itasca, IL — Safety practitioners and industry experts: Are you looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge? The National Safety Council is seeking presenters for its 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo.




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2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo

Safety+Health provides a quick glimpse at what the upcoming Indianapolis event has to offer.




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The 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Safety+Health takes you inside the upcoming 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, set to take place Oct. 20-26 in New Orleans. We’ve got all you need to know to make the most of your experience.




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2024 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo

Set to take place May 14-16, the event will feature keynotes, learning lab sessions, an expo floor and more.