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News Archive

2013

MCA Elects 2013 Officers and Board of Directors at Annual Meeting
February 4, 2013, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA),  an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America, elected its 2013 officers and board of directors at its Annual Meeting, held January 27-29 in Rancho Mirage, CA. Todd E. Miller, president of Isaiah Industries, Piqua, OH will contin... [ more ]

MCA to Exhibit at International Roofing Expo 2013, Booth 1452
January 18, 2013, Glenview, Ill. -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America, along with the Metal Roofing Alliance, will exhibit at Booth 1452 at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), February 5-7, 2013 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antoni... [ more ]

New Manual Offers Basic Operation, Troubleshooting Tips for Standard Portable Roll-forming Processes
January 14, 2013, Glenview, IL -- A new manual from the Metal Construction Association (MCA) provides general guidelines for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of portable roll-forming equipment in the manufacture of building wall and roof panels.  The 31-page "Portable Roll former Best Practices Operation Manual" is available as a pdf document at no charge on the MCA website. T... [ more ]

Shaffner Heaney Associates Meets Qualifications for MCM Fabricator Certification Program
December, 2012, Glenview, IL -- Shaffner Heaney Associates Inc. of South Bend, Indiana has met the qualifications of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Premium MCM Fabricator Certification Program. To qualify for the program, fabricators must meet specific standards in the areas of experience, services, systems, and financial strength to help assure premium performance for metal panels. "We... [ more ]

New Product Category Rules Document Now Available for Insulated Metal Panels, Metal Composite Panels and Metal Cladding
November 19, 2012, Glenview, Ill. -- A new Product Category Rule (PCR) document, produced by UL Environment, Marietta, GA,  that addresses three products -- Insulated Metal Panels, Metal Composite Panels and Metal Cladding: Roof and Wall Panels -- is now available from the Metal Construction Association. The 37-page "Product Category Rules for preparing an environmental product... [ more ]

The 22nd METALCON Hits the Mark with Exhibitors
November 5, 2012, Newton MA,  -- METALCON International returned to the Chicago area this year with a new look a new format and a great round of success. "We tried some new things this year to better serve our audience and feedback from attendees is that the longer sessions in the conference program really helped understand the topics and to make better business decisions. The major... [ more ]

Updated Catalog Lists Continuing Education Courses from MCA and its Member Companies
October 2012, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) now offers an updated Course Catalogue for Continuing Metal Education. The 20-page reference lists more than 100 courses in seven categories provided by MCA and several of its member companies for continuing education credit. MCA provides this listing to highlight those members who are committed to further education for th... [ more ]

2012

MCA to Sponsor Commercial and Residential Roof and Rool Demonstrations at METALCON
September 27, 2012, GLENVIEW, Ill. -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America and the main sponsor of METALCON International, will present commercial and residential roof and tool demonstrations at Booth #142 at METALCON International, October 9-11, 2012 at t... [ more ]

2013

MCA Welcomes Andy Williams as Director of Codes and Standards
September 20, 2012, Glenview, Ill. -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America, has welcomed Andy Williams as its new director of codes and standards. Williams will lead the wall panel research agenda and support many of MCA's technical and research projects. ... [ more ]

New Life Cycle Assessment Report Calculates Environmental Impact of Building Envelope Products
September 13, 2012, Glenview, IL -- A new Life Cycle Assessment report from the Metal Construction Association (MCA) calculates the average environmental impact of the processes and the building envelope products manufactured by MCA member companies. The report is ideal for architects, designers, MCA member companies and the buildings and construction community at large to use for environment... [ more ]

2012

Third and Final Phase of Building Envelope Research Gets Underway at U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory
April 9, 2012, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) and U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory announced the start of the last phase of a three year Dynamic Building Envelope Research project. The program, which began in 2009, is aimed at evaluating the future needs of advanced metal roof and wall assemblies.  In the final phase of the project... [ more ]

The Metal Initiative to Exhibit at Booth 1315 at the AIA Design Expo May 17-19, 2012 in Washington, D.C.
April 23, 2012, GLENVIEW, Ill. -- The Metal Initiative, an industry program designed to increase the use of metal materials in construction, will exhibit at booth 1315 at the American Institute of Architect's (AIA) National Convention and Design Exposition, May 17-19, 2012 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The Metal Initiative (TMI) is the Metal Construction A... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes Honeywell and Rigid as New Members
February 28, 2012, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association welcomes two additional companies to its membership.  Honeywell Flourine Products of Morristown, NJ and Rigid Global Buildings of Houston, TX join the ranks of the nearly 90 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry.  Honeywell offers high-performance specialty materials, including flu... [ more ]

MCA Honors Alcoa's Sid Peterson with Prestigious Larry A. Swaney Award
January 30, 2012, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) honored Alcoa Architectural Product's Vice President of Sales and Marketing Sid Peterson with the Larry A. Swaney Award  at its Annual Meeting, January 24, in Clearwater, FL. The Larry A. Swaney Award is named for one of MCA founders and its first president who was committed to fostering growth and enhancing the bett... [ more ]

Save the Date for METALCON 2012
What: The 22nd annual METALCON International Conference and Exhibition -- it's the one event where metal construction professionals meet to learn, network and establish relationships. METALCON's unbeatable blend of product exhibits, educational programs, and demos of the latest field techniques and trends, offers insight and ideas to help build better structures and strengthen your business. All a... [ more ]

MCA Elects 2012 Board of Directors and Officers
February 1, 2012, Glenview, IL --The Metal Construction Association (MCA) elected its 2012 Board of Directors and Officers at the 2012 Annual Meeting, held January 22-24 in Clearwater, FL. Todd E. Miller, president of Isaiah Industries, Piqua, OH was elected chair of the association. Karl Hielscher, president/CEO of Metl-Span LLC, Lewisville, TX, will serve as vice chair and treasurer and Ren... [ more ]

MCA to Exhibit at 2012 International Roofing Expo, Booth 202
January 27, 2012, Glenview, Ill. -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal products are used in structures throughout the world, along with the Metal Roofing Alliance, will exhibit at Booth 202 at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), February 22-24, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. A mock roof and attic as... [ more ]

2011

MCA Leads Study with US Dept. of Defense on Integrated Energy Efficient Roof Technology
August 3, 2011, Glenview, Ill. -- Supported by the Metal Construction Association, a team of MCA members, contractors, and manufacturers developed a new retrofit roofing concept that merges existing technologies into an integrated metal roof system that can improve energy efficiency and lower energy demands in buildings. The team also included members of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Oak Ridge Nation... [ more ]

Metal Roofing and Solar Systems: Determining the best combination
June 15, 2011 -- Scott Kriner, Technical Director of the Metal Construction Association, discusses how as energy costs rise and resources dwindle, renewable energy systems are being chosen as a viable long-term solution to reduce costs and reliance on fossil fuels. Click on the image above or the link below for the article in the June issue of Construction Specifier Magazine. Construction Spec... [ more ]

METALCON Programs Highlight Green and Government Markets
June 10, 2011, Newton, MA -- METALCON International is known as an innovative event that always brings something new to the market -- products, technology, ideas, and programs. This year's conference features a keynote presentation and conference sessions related to capturing government work. Although this may not seem like a prime time to seek government projects, this still represents a stable... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes Rick Perry as Technical and Research Manager
May 16, 2011, Glenview, Ill. -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America, has welcomed Rick Perry as its new technical and research manager. Rick will lead Codes and Standards activities and support many of MCA's technical and research projects, complementing the w... [ more ]

MCA to Exhibit at AIA Design Expo 2011, Booth 3735
April 26, 2011, GLENVIEW, Ill.-- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal products are used in structures throughout the world, will exhibit at booth 3735 at the American Institute of Architect's (AIA) National Convention and Design Exposition, May 12-14, 2011 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. MCA is a regi... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes Altech and Chemetall as New Members
March 30, 2011, Glenview, IL - Two new companies have joined the Metal Construction Association (MCA), a progressive association of nearly 100 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry. MCA welcomes Altech Panel Systems of Cartersville, GA and Chemetall US Inc. of New Providence, NJ to its membership. Altech Panel Systems, LLC manufactures patented Accu-Trac aluminum c... [ more ]

MCA Elects 2011 Board of Directors & Officers at Annual Meeting
March 8, 2011, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) elected its 2011 Board of Directors and Officers at its recent annual meeting in San Diego, CA. Jeff Irwin, Kingspan Benchmark, Columbus, OH will serve his second term as Chair. (previous title of President), Todd Miller, Classic Products Inc., Piqua, OH will serve as Vice Chair and Karl Hielscher, Metl-Span LLC, Lewisvil... [ more ]

MCA Recognizes Outstanding Building Projects with its 2010 President's Awards
March 3, 2011, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) recognized its 2010 President's Award winners at its Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA in late January. The MCA President's Awards are an annual designation given to outstanding building projects involving MCA member companies. The Awards honor innovation and creativity while showcasing how metal products help achieve exceptiona... [ more ]

MCA Honors ATAS International's Dick Bus and Jim Bush with Prestigious Service Awards
February 15, 2011, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) recently honored two of its members - Dick Bus and Jim Bush - with two significant awards - the Larry A. Swaney Award and Patrick R. Bush Volunteer Service Award respectively, at its Annual Meeting, January 25, in San Diego, CA. The Larry A. Swaney Award honors one of MCA founders and its first president who gave his a... [ more ]

New Insulated Metal Panel Guide Offers Performance, Design and Installation Specifications
January 3, 2011, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA), a progressive association of nearly 100 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry, now offers a guideline for choosing Insulated Metal Panel wall and roof systems in metal construction applications. Selection Guideline for Insulated Metal Panels is available at no charge on the MCA website as a do... [ more ]

Nominations Now Open for Bush and Swaney Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the Metal Construction Association's two prestigious service awards -- presented to those individuals who are committed to both the association and the industry. Both awards will be presented at the 2012 Annual Meeting, January 22-24 at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach in Clearwater, FL.   The Larry A. Swaney Award is entrusted to an indiv... [ more ]

Volunteers Sought for MCA Working Committees
The Metal Construction Association announces a change to its committee structure. To increase dedicated participation, MCA is instituting a policy where all members are encouraged to apply to serve on committees -- pending approval -- on a yearly basis. Applications are now being taken for seats on each of the following committees. MCA strongly encourages participation from all member companies in... [ more ]

2010

MCA Establishes Patrick R. Bush Service Award
November 8, 2010, Glenview, IL The Metal Construction Association has established the Patrick R. Bush Service Award. The award honors Pat Bush, longtime MCA board member and past Swaney Award winner, who passed away suddenly in 2010. The inaugural award will be presented at the 2011 MCA Annual Meeting. This award recognizes one individual from a MCA member company who has recently made signifi... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes Doralco and Wismarq as Member Companies
October 11, 2010, Glenview, IL --The Metal Construction Association welcomes two additional companies to its membership. Doralco Architectural Metal Solutions of Alsip, IL and Wismarq Corporation of Oconomowoc, WI join the ranks of nearly 100 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry. Doralco is a custom architectural metal solutions company specializing in LEED certif... [ more ]

First Phase of Dynamic Building Envelope Research Shows Metal Roof Assemblies Significantly Reduce Attic Heating and Cooling Loads
September 29, 2010, Glenview, IL Data collected during one full winter season and one full summer season of testing by the Dept. of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) shows a significant benefit to using dynamic metal roof assemblies to reduce energy use when compared to a single component shingle roof. The multi-year research project is supported by the Glenview, IL-based Metal Const... [ more ]

New and Improved MCA Metal Roof and Wall Demos at METALCON 2010
Sept. 14, 2010, GLENVIEW, Ill. The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal products are used in structures throughout the world and the main sponsor of METALCON International, will present metal roof and wall demonstrations at Booth #328 at METALCON, October 20-22, 2010 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The popular MCA D... [ more ]

Patrick R. Bush Receives 2010 Larry A, Swaney Award at MCA Annual Meeting
February 1, 2010, Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association has recognized Patrick R. Bush, retired from United States Steel Corporation, for his service to the metal construction industry and the association by awarding him the Larry A. Swaney Award at its 2010 MCA Annual Meeting in Naples, FL. Patrick Bush began his career with U.S. Steel during college. He graduated from Waynesburg U... [ more ]

Metal Construction Association Welcomes Four Additional Member Companies
January 5, 2010, Glenview, IL- - Four additional companies have joined the Metal Construction Association (MCA), a growing association of member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry. MCA welcomes Advanced Exterior Systems of Raleigh, NC; Dura Coat Products of Riverside, CA; and GSSI Sealants Inc. of Houston, TX. The Dow Chemical Company of Marietta, GA is a returning membe... [ more ]

Custom Metal Contracting Ltd. Meets Qualifications for MCM Fabricator Certification Program
GLENVIEW, Ill. - Custom Metal Contracting Ltd. of Calgary, Alberta, Canada has met the qualifications of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Premium MCM Fabricator Certification Program. To qualify for the program, fabricators must meet specific standards in the areas of experience, services, systems, and financial strength to help assure premium performance for metal panels. "This certi... [ more ]

MCA Recognizes Innovative Building Projects With its 2009 President's Awards
Glenview, IL -- The Metal Construction Association (MCA) recognized its 2009 President's Award winners at its Annual Meeting in Naples, FL in late January. The President's Awards are an annual designation given to outstanding building projects involving MCA members. The Awards honor innovation and creativity while showcasing how MCA member products help achieve innovative building designs. ... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes Four New Member Companies
Glenview, IL -- Four additional companies have joined the Metal Construction Association (MCA), a progressive association of nearly 100 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry. MCA welcomes Bulk Chemicals Inc. of Reading, PA; Contrarian Metal Resources of Allison Park, PA; Everlast Roofing, Inc. of Lebanon, PA; and Marvin Sheet Metal LLC of Fife, WA. Bulk Chemicals ... [ more ]

MCA Welcomes New Members RHEINZINK America, Inc. and East Coast Metal Systems, Inc.
Glenview, IL The Metal Construction Association (MCA), a progressive association of nearly 100 member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry, welcomes RHEINZINK America, Inc. of Woburn, MA and East Coast Metal Systems. Inc of Bellaire, OH as new members of the association. Founded in 1966, RHEINZINK is headquartered in Datteln, Germany. RHEINZINK Americas North American... [ more ]

Advanced Exterior Systems Meets Qualifications for MCM Fabricator Certification Program
December 15, 2009, Glenview, IL- Advanced Exterior Systems of Raleigh, NC has met the qualifications of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Premium MCM Fabricator Certification Program. To qualify for the program, fabricators must meet specific standards in the areas of experience, services, systems, and financial strength to help assure premium performance for metal panels. "The appeal for... [ more ]

Clarification on the Tax Incentive for Cool Metal Roofing
December 3, 2009, Glenview, IL- The Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct) provided new incentives for cool metal roofing. Specifically, the EPAct offered homeowners tax incentives for making energy efficiency improvements. The details on the incentives affecting cool metal roofing can be found in Title XIII, "Energy Policy Tax Incentives" of the bill passed by Congress. The provision in the bill at t... [ more ]