In This Issue
July 2026 | Volume 89 | Issue 7
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Volume 89 | Issue 7
Features
Insul-Techs Adapts to Shifting Market Demands
California insulation contractor adapts to price hikes, delays, and energy code demands with SPF expertise.
Stucco Application Tips for Extreme Weather
Best practices for stucco installation, curing and durability in hot and cold weather.
The Power of Soft Architecture: Managing Noise Through Visual and Acoustic Zoning
How acoustic textiles and PET screens improve zoning, comfort and flexibility in open plans.
Why Expanded Metal Is Gaining Popularity in Modern Façade Design
Expanded metal facades deliver style, shading, strength and LEED.
The Future of Stucco: Faster Installation, Better Energy Performance
How continuous insulation and integrated systems are solving the labor puzzle.
About The Cover
Bay Area-insulation contractor Insul-Techs at last year’s ICAA Annual Trade Show in Orlando. The company continues it build in the area. Photo by Alida Hernandez Photography.
Departments
Trade News
The latest news from manufacturers, dealers, contractors and more.
Product Focus
Product Focus on Lasers
If Walls Could Talk
Video/Podcasts Round Up
Industry Blue Book Index
Premium Sponsorships
Contact Us
Staff Contact Information
Columns
Up Front
Air Barriers: Code Beats Spec Sheet Myths in Field | Mark Fowler
Editor's Note
Building Safety Month Puts Wall and Ceiling Contractors on Notice | John Wyatt
Industry Voices
Fire Suppression Is Changing the Wall and Ceiling Scope | Yusuf Muhammad
Advertiser Index
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This Month Online
Online Exclusives
Trump Expands Pell Grants for Workforce Training
President Donald Trump’s Workforce Pell Grant initiative is reshaping the future of higher education and job training in the United States. The program expands federal Pell Grant eligibility to students enrolled in short-term workforce training programs, opening the door for millions of Americans seeking faster, lower-cost paths into high-demand careers.
METALCON Launches 40 Under 40 Program
METALCON launched a new 40 Under 40 program recognizing emerging leaders in metal construction ahead of the trade show’s 35th anniversary event. helping shape the future of the metal construction industry.
ACA Names Diane Tomb President, CEO for 2026 Term
American Cement Association has named Diane Tomb as its next president and chief executive officer, effective June 1, 2026, positioning the trade group to expand its advocacy efforts as federal infrastructure, manufacturing and energy investments continue to drive cement demand across the construction sector.
Minnesota Drywall Contractor Faces Costly Tax Case
A Rochester drywall contractor is facing multiple felony charges tied to alleged failures to report income, file returns and pay taxes across a five-year span—an issue that underscores compliance risk for small interior finishes firms.
Steel Spending Wave Supports Construction Jobs
Steel producers expect strong manufacturing and infrastructure demand to continue supporting capital investment and mill activity across North America, according to executives speaking at AISTech 2026 in Pittsburgh.
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