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May 4, 2026

ClarkDietrich obtains third-party certification for rigid connectors, expanding design data for blast and seismic applications

West Chester, Ohio - May 4, 2026 – ClarkDietrich, the nation’s largest manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products, has received a third-party…
Apr 29, 2026

ClarkDietrich RC Deluxe® Resilient Channel achieves high acoustic ratings in new floor-ceiling assembly third-party testing, outperforming competitor channels

West Chester, Ohio - April 29, 2026 – ClarkDietrich, the nation’s largest manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products, announced that its RC Deluxe®…
Apr 20, 2026

Structa Wire E-Book

Strength Beneath the Surface: The Science of Stucco Assemblies  Practical insights to help architects, engineers, and contractors build stronger stucco walls…
Apr 9, 2026

Engineered for Fire: How Stucco Strengthens Nation’s First Wildfire Prepared Neighborhood

California’s high fire-risk zones have increased by 168% over the past 15 years, encompassing nearly twice the area of Delaware and placing more communities…
Mar 17, 2026

ClarkDietrich to showcase high-performance framing, finishing innovations at BUILD26

West Chester, Ohio – ClarkDietrich, a leading manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and finishing products, will showcase a portfolio of performance-driven…
Mar 9, 2026

Rethinking bridging: A smarter approach to steel stud alignment and installation efficiency that installs up to 80% faster, delivering significant labor savings

In cold-formed steel framing, precision is non-negotiable. Walls must remain plumb, studs must resist rotation, and assemblies must perform as designed. At the…
Mar 2, 2026

A Note from the President & CEO: Built for the Year to Come

Fire resiliency. Sustainability. Innovation. These are some of the important conversations shaping the future of construction. And as I look at the year ahead,…
Feb 18, 2026

ClarkDietrich launches next generation of iTools app for architects and contractors

West Chester, Ohio - February 18, 2026 – ClarkDietrich today unveiled a new version if its iTools app, featuring design and navigation improvements. Launched…
Feb 4, 2026

Strut Plate

The Strut Plate connects steel studs to other studs, beams, or columns while allowing vertical movement and preventing load transfer. It enables direct fastening when aligned with the stud web, eliminating extra framing and materials.