Draft talk:Falcon Structures

COI Disclosure, Review & Edit Request

• Comment: This draft was prepared for submission under WP:AFC to establish a neutral, well-sourced article about Falcon Structures, a Texas-based modular construction manufacturer.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

This draft was prepared by a professional editor working on behalf of Falcon Structures through a third-party communications agency. I am making this disclosure prominently in accordance with WP:COI and WP:PAID and welcome review from independent editors to ensure compliance with Wikipedia's neutrality and sourcing guidelines.

• All factual claims are supported by independent, third-party sources.
• I have avoided promotional language and subjective claims.
• I understand that I should not edit the live article directly if accepted, except for factual corrections with citations.
• I welcome scrutiny from neutral editors and defer to community consensus on content decisions.

The purpose of this submission is to ensure accurate, verifiable coverage of a company that meets notability standards, not to promote the subject.

Why this company is notable

Falcon Structures meets WP:ORG and WP:CORPDEPTH through:

1. Multiple feature-length articles in construction trade publications (Construction in Focus 2021, 2023; Construction Specifier 2019) that examine the company's work in depth

2. Regulatory significance: The company's CEO co-chaired the ICC taskforce that influenced 2021 International Building Code provisions for container construction (independently reported in Construction Specifier)

3. Industry recognition: Featured in a 2025 comprehensive profile by the Modular Building Institute, the primary trade association for modular construction

4. Notable projects: Fortress Obetz documented by multiple independent sources as a significant engineering achievement; coverage in Dezeen (international architecture publication) for The Pitch project

Addressing the trade publication question

Reviewers may note that most sources are construction/modular building trade publications rather than general media. This is appropriate and expected for the following reasons:

• B2B industrial manufacturers typically receive in-depth coverage in trade press rather than consumer media (see WP:NORG: "not every organization's goals will be to receive attention from mainstream news outlets")
• The cited publications (Construction Specifier, Construction in Focus, AWCI, Dezeen) are editorially independent, professionally staffed trade journals—not advertorials or sponsored content
• Trade publications in specialized industries serve as the reliable sources of record for technical and regulatory developments
• General media rarely covers industrial/commercial construction companies unless there's a scandal or major news event

The company has NOT received significant coverage in mainstream consumer media (local TV, major newspapers beyond brief business briefs), and I'm not claiming it has. The notability claim rests on substantial trade press coverage, which is the appropriate standard for this industry.

About the Modular Building Institute sources

The Modular Building Institute (MBI) is a trade association, which raises legitimate questions about independence. Here's the context:

• Primary notability does NOT rest on MBI sources alone—the Construction in Focus, Construction Specifier, AWCI, and Dezeen articles establish independent coverage
• MBI sources are used to verify specific facts (awards, project details, leadership appointments) that are independently verifiable
• MBI's project database entries often include third-party validation (engineer documentation, award jury review)
• The 2025 "Thinking Inside the Box" profile, while published by MBI, was part of a member spotlight series and provides factual, non-promotional documentation of company history

I acknowledge MBI's relationship to the subject and welcome reviewer judgment on which MBI citations are appropriate for which claims.

Source quality assessment

Strong independent sources:

• Construction Specifier (2019) - detailed reporting on ICC code development
• Construction in Focus (2021, 2023) - two feature articles
• Dezeen (2022) - international architecture publication
• Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (2019)

Verification sources (not claimed for notability):

• Texas Governor's office appointments (verify biographical facts)
• ICC-ES reports (verify technical certifications)
• USL press release (verifies supplier agreement)

Limited independence but factually useful:

• MBI profile and project database (trade association with subject as member)

Standards applied

• WP:NPOV: Article written in neutral tone; avoids marketing language
• WP:V: All statements cited to published sources
• WP:NOR: No synthesis or original research
• WP:CORPDEPTH: Multiple sources with substantial coverage over time
• WP:RS: Sources are established publications in relevant field
• MOS:ORG: Follows organizational article formatting

Guidance for future editors

If this article is accepted:

• Update only with independent sources: New projects, facilities, or developments should be added only when covered by trade press, not based on company announcements
• Watch for promotional editing: Given the COI in creation, neutral editors should monitor for marketing language
• BLP concerns for Stephen Shang: If a separate biography is created, maintain strict WP:BLP standards and ensure continued coverage justifies standalone article
• Verify before restoring deleted content: If content is removed for neutrality concerns, it should only be restored with improved sourcing

Request for review

I request that reviewers:

• Assess whether the combination of trade press coverage meets WP:CORPDEPTH
• Evaluate whether trade publications are appropriately used for this industry
• Check that tone and sourcing meet neutrality standards
• Identify any statements that require additional or better sourcing
• Flag any promotional language that should be removed or rewritten

I appreciate the volunteer time Wikipedia reviewers dedicate to maintaining quality standards. If this draft is declined, I will respect that decision and not resubmit without significant new independent coverage.

Questions or concerns

Editors with questions about sources, content decisions, or this COI disclosure may leave comments below. I will respond promptly and defer to community judgment. ContainerStructureWriter (talk) 17:00, 18 November 2025 (UTC)