The Gypsum Association (GA) is pleased to announce the start of its 90th year in service to the gypsum industry. A not-for-profit trade association, the Association’s mission is to promote the use of gypsum while advancing the development, growth, and general welfare of the gypsum industry. Founded in Chicago, IL, on April 17, 1930, the Association replaced an informal research and standard-setting group.
To be eligible for membership in the GA a firm, or corporation, must be established in the business of calcining gypsum and manufacturing gypsum board in accordance with ASTM Standard C1396 within the United States, Canada or Mexico. Member companies include active gypsum panel (aka gypsum board or drywall) manufacturers in the United States and Canada. The membership is composed of the following companies: American Gypsum Company, CertainTeed Gypsum, Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC, National Gypsum Company, PABCO Gypsum and USG Corporation.