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Ron Blank & Associates, Inc.

From our humble beginnings that were sketched out on Ron Blank's mother's kitchen table, a vision was conceptualized for connecting architects and building product manufacturers in a way that had not been done before. Since that moment, RBA has strategically evolved into a multi-platformed suite of services for building product manufacturers and design professionals that aim to connect, educate and energize the professional goals of those who engage them.
  • Contact: Andres Nunez - CE Department Director
  • Phone: (800) 248-6364
  • Email: andres@ronblank.com
  • Website: https://www.ronblank.com/

  • Course Description: Ron Blank & Associates: Abuse and Impact Resistant Gypsum: Stronger and Safer Walls

    Analyze the different types of gypsum technologies in terms of composition, characteristics, and testing. Discover the benefits of impact resistant gypsum in terms of performance, application, and cost.


    Discuss the definitions of abuse resistant and impact resistant products and the differences between these products and standard gypsum board.

    Review the ASTM C1629 classification system for abuse resistant panels and minimum performance requirements to meet the established criteria for each Classification Level.

    Review each of the four ASTM test methodologies that comprise ASTM C1629.

    Compare the performance of standard, abuse resistant and impact resistant gypsum products and identify specialized applications for each product type.

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