Founded in 1940, Anning Johnson is an employee-owned company that is one of the largest specialty drywall contractors in the United States. The company offers various types of specialized poured gypsum roof decks, metal studs and acoustical ceilings. It provides products for drywall construction and fireproofing purposes. Anning Johnson serves architects, general contractors and homeowners. The company has expertise in carpentry, spray fireproofing and structural metal decking services. It offers painting, decorating and light-gauge framing solutions. In addition, Anning Johnson provides load-bearing metal load framing systems. The company offers insulating services for concrete roof decks. It is a division of Anson Industries, which also operates Restec Contractors to provide a range of asbestos and lead abatement solutions.