Metal Construction Association - Metal Building Materials - Inspiring Building Design, Durability and Sustainability

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Metal Reflects Well
On You

Metal walls and roofs bring together a wide range of benefits from design aesthetics, energy efficiency, durability and fire protection to ease of installation, low maintenance and even rainscreens. All of which make metal a brilliant choice.

Discover the Resilient Beauty of Metal in Design

Harness the power of metal in your design projects to achieve bold aesthetics, lasting resilience, and high performance. Earn a year's worth of CEUs!

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Deadline: July 11

MCA Design Award

Showcase your metal projects by entering our Design Awards, recognizing the industry's best examples of metal construction.

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Strong Standards Keep U.S. Buildings Safe

Metal Composite Material and Fire Safety

Fire Safety is an important responsibility of the building designer and owner. Even if individual elements of a wall assembly are not combustible, the assembly must be tested.

Learn about NFPA-285 ⟶

Forge A Career Path With Our Online Education

MCA Metal Architecture Academy on Architectural Record's Continuing Education Center is the industry’s source for education about metal roofs and metal wall panels. We offer an abundance of resources for architects and designers. Earn 8 continuing education credits.

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