Metal Construction Association (MCA)
MCA advances technical leadership, expands market opportunities and builds momentum for 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The MCA Summer Meeting will drive innovation, education and industry growth. As members of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) gather for their Summer Meeting, the conversations reflect an industry that continues to evolve with purpose. From technical education and market development to workforce recognition and major events, MCA ...
METALCON introduces new Design District programming for 2026
Education lineup connects industry shifts with real-world metal design decisions. As architects and design professionals face growing pressure to make smarter decisions about carbon, code compliance, material performance and long-term resilience, METALCON is expanding its Design District programming for 2026 with a new education lineup centered on the issues shaping today's ...
MCA celebrates 2026 scholarship recipients
By The Coffee Shops.™ The Metal Construction Association’s (MCA) scholarship program continues to support the educational aspirations of students connected to its member companies. Now in its third year, the MCA scholarship program awards $2,000 to selected students pursuing postsecondary education across a variety of fields, including college, vocational and ...
2026 MCA Summer Meeting
You’re invited to attend the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Summer Meeting! Join us June 23-24 in Rosemont, IL. This event is a must for everyone in the metal construction industry, regardless of your company type, product specialty or professional role. Here’s what you can look forward to: Insights from Experts: Learn ...
Lee Ann Slattery takes the helm at MCA
By Emma Peterson. Learn how she and the MCA team are advocating for the industry amid a complex business landscape. Recently, Lee Ann Slattery of ATAS was welcomed as the first female chair holder in the Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s history. Lee Ann brings over two decades of industry experience ...
Build momentum at the 2026 MCA Summer Meeting
By Emma Peterson. Get industry insights, education opportunities and more this June in Rosemont, Illinois. The Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s annual summer meeting is returning to Rosemont, Illinois this June! Taking place June 23-24, 2026, this meeting is meant to help your team stay ahead with industry insights, practical education ...
METALCON 2026 puts education and training front and center
Expanded program features hands-on demos, market outlooks, Florida CE credits and a new Latino Track. As METALCON marks its 35th anniversary in 2026, an expanded education and training program will give professionals from across the entire metal construction ecosystem new opportunities to build skills, improve performance and prepare for the ...
Avenues to stay engaged and informed
By Jenny Yu. Learn how the Metal Construction Association is working to help contractors and manufacturers navigate evolving standards and market demands. As metal roofing continues to gain market share across residential and commercial construction, the Metal Construction Association (MCA) is expanding its efforts around workforce development, code advocacy ...
Real-World Education on Metal Design—Built for You
You're invited to earn up to 3 CEs at a new, half-day educational program on May 29 in Chicago. Form, Function, and Finish: Designing with Metal is being developed and delivered by the Metal Construction Association (MCA)—the industry authority the use of metal in the building envelope. Breakfast is included, ...
Form, Function, + Finish: Designing with Metal
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is hosting a new education program for architects, designers, and specifiers in the Chicago region! This new in-person event is a standalone education program created by MCA and sponsored by Sherwin-Williams. Form, Function, and Finish: Designing with Metal is a half-day event held the morning of ...
