USG Corp. has expanded the distribution of its Sheetrock Brand UltraLight Panels. The lightweight gypsum panels are now available to more than 500 retail and specialty dealer locations throughout the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions. 

USG Corp. has expanded the distribution of its Sheetrock Brand UltraLight Panels. The lightweight gypsum panels are now available to more than 500 retail and specialty dealer locations throughout the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions. The lightweight gypsum panels are up to 30 percent lighter than the competition, making installation easier and faster.

“The successful launch of Sheetrock UltraLight Panels reinforces USG’s position as an innovative leader that has helped improve the way buildings are constructed for more than 100 years,” said James Metcalf, chief executive officer and president, USG Corporation. “[The] … panels represent another technological advancement that enables construction industry professionals to be more efficient in the installation and transportation of this breakthrough product.”

The company recently received a Chicago Innovation Award for panels.