April 5th, 2023 - West Chester, Ohio – ClarkDietrich has named Brian Panuccio the company’s Chief Commercial Officer, a new role that will lead the sales and marketing teams as both the company and industry continue to evolve.
March 1, 2023 - West Chester, Ohio – ClarkDietrich, the largest manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products, interior and exterior finishing products and accessories in North America, continues its commitment to sustainability with the launch of a new digital tool and publishing the company’s first-ever Corporate Sustainability Report.
The team at ClarkDietrich is heading to Las Vegas for this year’s Build23 Convention and Expo (formerly known as INTEX), where they will give contractors a firsthand look at some of the company’s most innovative products. Managed by the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI), Build23 is the largest trade show specifically catered to the wall and ceiling industry, featuring the latest and greatest products, services and solutions to help companies thrive.
February 23, 2023 - West Chester, Ohio – ClarkDietrich, the largest manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products, interior and exterior finishing products and accessories in North America, has announced the promotion of Jennifer Edgar to vice president of marketing. Edgar assumes the role following the retirement of Terry Westerman, who has held the position since 2005.
Recent changes to the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) are bringing new drainage requirements to a larger portion of the country, causing builders and contractors to rethink how they approach building envelope design. In an article published in the January issue of Walls & Ceilings magazine, senior product manager Chris K. Little explores these code updates—specifically how they apply to stucco-clad exteriors—and explores strategies builders and contractors can use to incorporate bulk water drainage into their projects.
Walls & Ceilings - January 2023
Although residential projects are smaller scale when compared to most commercial builds, they are no less challenging, and still require high-quality materials and craftsmanship. This is especially true regarding exterior finishing.