GA Launches Site Promoting Glass Mat Gypsum Sheathing in Residential Construction
Visit gypsumsheathing.org to discover the benefits of using glass mat gypsum sheathing in residential construction. Access product information, technical resources and installation guidance – all in one convenient place! Learn more.
Gypsum Panel Recycling: Possible, but Complex
The GA’s three-year material flow research study and updated gypsum recycling webpage highlight the current practices and benefits of recycling gypsum panels, but also the complexities and challenges the industry faces to do it in an environmentally and economically sustainable way. Read more.
Noncombustible, Combustible and…Limited Combustible?
In codes and standards, clear terminology is everything. Yet, confusion around terms is surprisingly common. We break down how codes and standards define “combustible” and “noncombustible” and a third term used by the NFPA — “limited combustible.” Read more.
Recent FAQ
Q: I am installing a typical gypsum panel vertically, not in a fire-rated system. In this case, since the wall isn’t fire-rated, do the joints at the ends of the panels still need to be staggered? The GA’s technical services department has the answer to this question and many more. See all FAQs.
Have Technical Questions? Reach Out to the GA!
The GA provides technical assistance for design, construction, and code enforcement professionals in the United States and Canada. We welcome the opportunity to assist you! Call 301-277-8681, email info@gypsum.org, or click here to submit your question online.
The GA Welcomes Christian Chinsio as New Director of Codes, Standards and Research
The Gypsum Association is pleased to announce the addition of Christian Chinsio as its new director of codes, standards and research as of May 1. With more than 25 years of experience in quality management, technical services, and product development within the gypsum and building materials industry, Chinsio brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the association. He can be reached at cchinsio@gypsum.org or by calling 301-277-8742.
Out and About
From enjoying networking with industry colleagues at BUILD25 in Charlotte to promoting the Gypsum Association and its members at EduCode in Vegas, to educating code officials in Colorado and Minneapolis, the GA staff has been busy! Check out where we’ve been!