Metal Construction Association

Metal Construction Association As a leader in the metal industry, the Metal Construction Association promotes and advocates for the use of metal in the building envelope.

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 MCA Scholarship Program!Each year, the Metal Construction Association inve...
06/18/2026

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 MCA Scholarship Program!

Each year, the Metal Construction Association invests in the next generation of leaders, innovators, educators, and professionals through scholarships awarded to students affiliated with MCA member companies. This year's recipients represent a wide range of academic interests and career paths, from education and data science to military service, agriculture, and coaching.

Please join us in congratulating:

🎓 Mattias Carney (S-5!)
🎓 Rory Huck (CEI Materials)
🎓 Hannah Bergthold (McElroy Metal)
🎓 Drew Sailors (Logan Stampings)
🎓 Colton Burks (McElroy Metal)

We are proud to support these outstanding students as they pursue their educational goals and future careers.

Learn more about the MCA Scholarship Program and the recipients: https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/about/scholarship-recipients-2026

The conversations shaping the future of metal construction continue this month at MCA’s Summer Meeting.From market trend...
06/05/2026

The conversations shaping the future of metal construction continue this month at MCA’s Summer Meeting.

From market trends and technical discussions to networking and collaboration, these events help bring together the people driving the industry forward.

We’re looking forward to the discussions ahead.

https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/events/summer-meeting/summer-meeting-2026

05/27/2026

What actually happens at the MCA Summer Meeting?

It’s not just presentations — it’s conversations. Real ones.

Across two days, industry professionals come together to share insights, tackle challenges, and collaborate on the future of metal construction. From market trends to technical discussions, every session is designed to move the industry forward.

You’ll hear from experts, participate in roundtables, and connect with peers across the supply chain — all in one place. Really.

🗓 June 23–24 | Chicago area

Join us: https://access.metalconstruction.org/events/event-details/?id=dc8b43a9-ed08-f111-83db-0022484dbfe9&reload=timezone

A building’s performance starts with how it’s protected. Metal systems are designed to withstand environmental exposure ...
05/26/2026

A building’s performance starts with how it’s protected.

Metal systems are designed to withstand environmental exposure while delivering long-term durability and low maintenance — as seen in the Zinc Boathouse project.

Material choice plays a critical role in how buildings perform over time.

https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/case-studies/zinc-boat-house

📸 Photo courtesy of MCA member: RHEINZINK America

05/21/2026

Buildings are exposed to more than just the elements — they’re expected to perform through them.

From large-scale arenas to residential applications, metal systems are designed to handle diverse climates and environmental demands.

Explore how metal supports resilient design:

https://metalconstruction.org/metal-walls-for-homes

Modern design can do more than elevate aesthetics. It can also transform communities. At the Esperanza Brighton Park Hea...
05/19/2026

Modern design can do more than elevate aesthetics. It can also transform communities.

At the Esperanza Brighton Park Health Center, metal composite material (MCM) was used to create a bold, angular facade that reflects light and shifts in color, bringing energy and identity to an underserved neighborhood.

Designed by JGMA, the project uses over 10,000 square feet of aluminum composite material panels to deliver both visual impact and long-term performance.

See how MCM supports both design intent and community impact:
https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/case-studies/esperanza-brighton-park-health-center



Photo provided by MCA Members: East Coast Metal Systems, Inc., 3A Composites USA Inc

05/18/2026

Infrastructure is built to last — or it should be.

As Infrastructure Week highlights the importance of long-term investment, material choice plays a critical role in how roads, facilities, and systems perform over time.

Metal continues to support projects designed for durability, efficiency, and long-term value.

Photo by MCA Member MillerClapperton

If you work with metal — this is where the future shows up first. METALCON 2026 isn’t just a trade show — it’s the only ...
05/14/2026

If you work with metal — this is where the future shows up first.

METALCON 2026 isn’t just a trade show — it’s the only global event dedicated exclusively to how metal is used in design and construction across the building envelope.

From new products and systems to real-world applications and emerging trends, this is where the industry comes to see what’s next — and how to apply it.

Architects, contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers from around the world gather to explore innovations shaping:

Roofing
Wall systems
Building performance
Constructability

đź“Ť Orlando, FL
🗓 October 7–9

https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/events/metalcon/metalcon2026

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Chicago, IL
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