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What Is Sackett Board?

Q: What is Sackett Board? A: Sackett Board can be considered as the first-generation gypsum panel. As a panel, it consisted of layers of manila paper separated by thin layers of gypsum. The...

Steel Standards

Q: Can you go into detail on the difference between the ASTM and AISI Standards that apply to cold-formed steel framing? A: There are differences that become significant when construction documents call for compliance to...

Building Codes & CFS

Q: Are there any issues concerning changes in the building codes that relate to cold-formed steel framing? A: A significant change occurred in the building codes that could create confusion during both the bidding and...

Shaftwall History

Q: Can you provide a historical background on gypsum panel shaft walls? A: Vertical shafts are extremely important in the design of high-rise construction. They serve as a means to convey utilities such as electricity,...

What Happened to the Use of Gypsum Block?

Q: What can you tell me about gypsum block? A:  Gypsum block, while no longer available in the United States, has a long history of success. As the name implies, gypsum blocks are made...

Levels of Finish: Tool Size Matters

Q: When finishing gypsum panels, which size tool should be used with each level of finish? A: The concept of levels of finish has been in place for many years. It was first co-developed...

Demo Trends

Q: What are the current trends construction and demolition waste? A: Depending on where a project is located, governing regulations construction and demolition waste may have little to major impact on the contractor. Regardless of...

Breaking the Grid

Q: Do I need to break the framing in a suspended cold-formed steel ceiling grid system designed for gypsum panels when installing a control joint? A:  The recommended design and installation of control joints...

Surface Burning Characteristics Explained

Q: Can you explain the phrase “surface burning characteristics”? A: This is a phrase that is used to define the relative fire performance of individual building products. The suitability of a specific building material as...