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Associations & Resources
We feel it is important to be involved in organizations that develop and maintain high quality standards for products and personal conduct. As such, we are proud members of many major building industry trade organizations. Along with membership, many of our employees are in leadership positions with the associations in their region.
The following links are provided for your convenience.
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ASTM - Standards writing organization for the manufacturing, testing, application and finishing of gypsum board products. ASTM store provides these standards when needed.
International Code Council - Principal organization that creates and maintains the International family of building codes. Maintains online directory of Evaluation Reports and sells the International Code books through its online store.
 Gypsum Association -Library contains FREE downloadable publications on the application and finishing of gypsum board products.
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AWCI
AWCI - Association of Wall and Ceilings Industry is a resource for information and literature pertaining to the wall and ceilings industry.
CSI
Construction Specifications Institute - CSI maintains the MasterSpec format for construction bids.
Dietrich Industries
Dietrich Industries - Metal framing manufacturer and a source of literature on framing specifications.
Smart Building Index
Smart Building Index - A comprehensive source of commercial news and data concerning the A/E/C professional.
Gypsum Today
Gypsum Today - A comprehensive source of news concerning the gypsum industry worldwide.
NAHB
National Association of Home Builders - NAHB is a trade organization that promotes home building and is a source of information concerning the homebuilding industry.
SSMA
Steel Studs Manufacturers Association - SSMA is a trade organization that promotes the use of steel studs.
UL Online Certifications Directory
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. - Online Certifications Directory contains searchable listing of approved fire-resistant assemblies
USGBC
US Green Building Council - This organization is the promulgator of the LEED standard for rating green building construction.
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