Metal Construction Association (MCA)

Exploring sustainability in metal construction

November 7, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jessica Bravo. Industry experts discuss innovative adhesive and sealant. In a recent episode of MetalCast™, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits with Miguel Pena and Jacque Ince from H.B. Fuller to discuss the pivotal role sustainability plays in today's construction industry, particularly in the metal sector. Their discussion highlights how ...

The MCA wants you...

October 18, 2024 at 9:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. ...to join them and grow your metal network and resources! Since 1983, the Metal Construction Association (MCA) has worked tirelessly to promote the use of metal in the building envelope. From marketing and education to advocating for public policy changes and initiating research and testing, MCA has ...

Two-day metal roofing systems course to take place at the University of Wisconsin

October 11, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

This is the best “crash course” available for sales personnel in-industry. Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on December 5-6, 2024. If you design, install, commission, maintain or repair metal roofing systems, this course will provide you with the tools ...

METALCON extends special welcome to women

October 8, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Metal and Mimosas offers breakfast plus networking inspiration! Opportunities are evolving for women in many fields and metal construction is no exception. As women continue to appear in more prominent roles within the industry, METALCON acknowledges their significance with special programing at its fast-approaching show. METALCON will be at the Georgia World ...

The Metal Construction Association promotes its MCM System fabricator certification program

October 3, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

Certification gives fabricators a competitive advantage in winning high-end projects and qualifying for more design specifications thanks to their independently verified qualifications. The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is reinvigorating its MCM System Fabricator Certification program. Through the program, companies that fabricate metal composite material (MCM) panels for architectural use can earn ...

Leveling up MCA’s education offerings

October 3, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. From manuals and white papers to demos and webinars, MCA is helping industry professionals access information in a variety of ways. Education and training are foundational parts of the construction industry. Jeff Henry, the executive director of the Metal Contractors Association (MCA) stopped by to talk to ...

Shielding the shoreline

October 1, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. In this case study, DuPont™ Tedlar® brings beauty and resilience to Florida homes. The Floridian coast can be a challenging place to build along. From the threat of unique storm events to run-of-the-mill rainstorms and climate considerations, contractors need to make sure they are using the right ...

Metal minds in motion roundtables at METALCON

September 27, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

Collaborate and exchange ideas with peers at these events! METALCON is hosting a series of insightful roundtable discussions, each facilitated by an expert member of the Metal Construction Association at 3:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31 at The Exchange area in the exhibit hall in Atlanta. Participants will gain valuable insights ...

Making it to the finish line with metal composite materials

September 26, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. With a variety of specialty finishes and colors, metal composite materials allow designers to fully explore their creativity without sacrificing structural integrity! Metal composite material (MCM) is not only a durable and long-lasting product, but also affordable, lightweight and capable of meeting the NFPA 285 flame propagation ...

Don’t miss these opportunities at METALCON 2024!

September 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Grab your ticket and get excited about the incredible events happening at METALCON this year in Atlanta, Georgia! METALCON 2024, the largest international event in the metal construction industry, is happening October 30 to November 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC)! The show is sponsored ...