Welcome to METALCON 2025
METALCON, the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction, takes place in Las Vegas from Oct. 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
From intensive pre-show workshops beginning on Monday, Oct. 20 to 35+ free educational sessions conveniently located inside the exhibit hall to inspiring keynotes, top industry experts will share their knowledge with attendees who are eligible to earn continuing education credits (CEUs), including up to one year’s worth of AIA credits and HSWs.
METALCON 2025 is produced by PSMJ Resources Inc., and sponsored by: Mill Steel Company (premier level), Flack Global Metals (platinum level), CIDAN Machinery Inc., (diamond level), ASCO (gold level), ABIS, EXCEPTIONAL Metals, and Zimmerman Metals (silver level), and others, along with long-time partner, the Metal Construction Association (MCA).
Media Access:
Media Access: Tuesday & Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Your press badge allows you entry to the Total Experience, which includes exhibits of the latest products and technologies together with extensive education and training sessions in the exhibit hall including all specialty pavilions, including The Design District. Visit metalcon.com/education for a complete list of sessions. Main show highlights are listed throughout this press kit.
During the show:
Arrange interviews or photo opportunities at The Deck located in the exhibit hall right off the power aisle, where you can find press liaison, Fiona Maguire-O’Shea for all your media needs.
Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn or Tweet us at #METALCON25 or #METALCON. Download the METALCON App at metalcon.com/app; it has up-to-the-minute show details, daily specials and a way to easily navigate the exhibit hall.
After the show:
Contact Fiona for post-show news, photos and information at fiona@metalcon.com.
Join us next year in Orlando!
METALCON 2026 takes place from October 7-9 at the Orange County Convention Center.
Background:
Since 1991, METALCON has held its position as the only annual international event offering comprehensive education, training and product exhibits focused on the application of metal in design and construction. Contractors, architects, installers, builders, developers, owners, fabricators, manufacturers and suppliers from more than 50 countries attend each year.
Industry experts from more than 250 leading companies exhibit the latest products, solutions and game-changing technologies while sharing their knowledge with attendees. Industry specialists present key topics in the show’s highly rated education program. METALCON’s long-standing reputation is one of creating a vibrant atmosphere to showcase products and generate new ideas.
METALCON is the only annual tradeshow and conference devoted to the application of metal in industrial, institutional, light commercial and residential projects. The show’s success is based on a dynamic exhibit hall, extensive educational programs, networking and interactive learning opportunities.
METALCON is produced by PSMJ Resources, Inc., the leading authority on the effective management of architecture, engineering and construction firms; and sponsored by the Metal Construction Association, an organization of manufacturers and suppliers. In addition, 100 associations and publications from various industry segments support METALCON through ongoing promotional and educational efforts. This is the event’s seventh time in Las Vegas.
Annual Giving Back Program:
Each year, METALCON gives back to the local community where the show takes place. Last year, METALCON partnered with representatives of the Atlanta area Semper Fi & America’s Fund (The Fund), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping service members in all branches of the United States Armed Forces.
This year, METALCON is again partnering with The Fund in Las Vegas. The program was created to direct urgently needed resources and financial support to critically wounded, ill and injured members of the U.S. Armed Forces alongside their families.
We will be fundraising onsite and holding a raffle, offering multiple prizes, including a grand prize two-night complimentary hotel stay during METALCON 2026, with a full access pass to the show and to two in-depth workshops.
Additional contributions to The Fund can be made before, during and after the show online at metalcon.com, via the METALCON mobile app or on-site in the exhibit hall at The Deck, where members of show management will be available to meet supporters. The money raised at the show will help drive urgently needed resources and financial support for Las Vegas area veterans and further the organization’s outreach.
The America’s Fund Check Presentation Ceremony takes place on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 10:00 a.m. at The Deck. Veteran Corporal Adam Bautz, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) is joining us once again for this ceremony as The Fund representative. Bautz, who lives in Las Vegas, is a “graduate” of The Fund’s Apprenticeship Program and is leading our special offsite Valley of Fire Tour on Monday, Oct. 20.
Giving Back Continues:
At METALCON 2025, a remarkable new initiative will take center stage—a full-scale steel frame build of Eagles Landing, a future healing retreat for combat-wounded veterans in Hall, Montana. This 2,500-square-foot barndominium, marks the first phase of a permanent sanctuary designed to offer peace, rest and renewal for those who have served.
Before the show opens, the steel frame of the barndominium will be erected inside the METALCON exhibit hall. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the structure, meet the project team, and learn about the mission behind this inspiring project. After the show, the structure will be transported to Montana and reassembled at its permanent location, where it will be completed and serve as a lasting retreat for veterans.
The build is a collaborative effort between METALCON, Military Warriors Support Foundation, Scottsdale Construction Systems, The Barndominium Company, and The Expo Group. These organizations—along with exhibitors including Steel Dynamics, Carlisle Architectural Metals,
S-5!, Titanium, Novagard and others—are donating materials, services, logistics, and expertise to ensure the project’s success both at the show and in Montana. Learn more at metalcon.com/barndo.
Keynote Speakers:
9:00 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 21, METALCON Theater, located in the exhibit hall
Keynote Address: Always Forward – Lessons in Leadership and Resilience
By: Medal of Honor recipient & Staff Sergeant Clinton Romesha
Recognized for his heroism during the Battle of Kamdesh in Afghanistan, Romesha received the Medal of Honor from President Obama in 2013. He’s the bestselling author of Red Platoon and the inspiration behind the film The Outpost, starring Scott Eastwood and Orlando Bloom. Clint’s story is one of courage, resilience and leadership under pressure—an inspiration to us all.
9:00 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, METALCON Theater, located in the exhibit hall
Keynote Address: Economic and Labor Market Update – What to Expect in 2025 & Beyond
By: Alex Chausovsky, Director of Analytics and Consulting for the Bundy Group
Renowned economic advisor, market researcher, and future trends analyst Alex Chausovsky will deliver a highly anticipated keynote address and provide an in-depth analysis of construction-related data and offer comprehensive insights into the evolving tariff landscape, examining its implications for key industry players.
Show Highlights:
Morning Kick-Off Sessions
Taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 21 and Wednesday, Oct. 22 beginning at 8:00 am, these featured presentations from industry leaders, include:
Brian Zamora, Architect & Fabricator (formerly with Frank Gehry Partners) “A Walk Through the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center & Eisenhower Memorial”
Erla Dögg Ingjaldsdóttir & Tryggvi Thorsteinsson, Principals of Minarc “Breaking the Cycle of Wildfire Destruction”
A special State of the Industry panel presentation will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 1:30 pm, to discuss current and future opportunities and challenges facing the metal construction industry such as recent technical developments, upcoming regulatory issues, resiliency in a turbulent building market, the superior sustainability of metal substrates and more.
Hands on Training and Demo Area
As metal continues to gain traction in the market, it’s crucial for contractors and installers to grasp the intricacies and proper techniques for forming panels and installing metal roofing and wall systems. In a series of clinics, experts from the MCA and Metal Roofing Alliance will discuss best practices for installing metal shingles, standing-seam roofing panels, retrofit systems, and metal wall systems, and will demonstrate proper techniques for on-site rollforming and machine maintenance.
Back by popular demand the METALCON Training Zone sponsored by Sherwin Williams, returns to offer hands-on training for roofing contractors. This dedicated area features live demonstrations and education using a variety of mock-ups and materials such as painted steel, aluminum, zinc, copper and other exotic materials. Training will emphasize precise detailing and the use of appropriate tools, equipping contractors, remodelers and other professionals to elevate their skills, ensuring the best, most efficient and cleanest work when installing various metal roof systems (conducted in English and Spanish).
METALCON Welcome Party!
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet industry colleagues and make new connections at the Welcome Party on Tuesday, Oct. 21 beginning at 4.00 p.m. in the exhibit hall. Any interaction can spark new innovative conversations and ideas!
Meet more industry peers in one hour than you might all week! Held on the show floor, this fast-paced event is designed to maximize connections with potential clients, partners and peers. Bring your business cards and be ready to exchange ideas and spark new opportunities. Pre-registration is required.
Metal and Mimosas, one of our signature networking events designed to bring together women in the industry for meaningful connections and conversation takes place on Tuesday. This year, Jennifer Wilkerson, vice president of innovation and advancement at the National Center for Construction Education and Research is the featured guest speaker.
Attendees are invited to start their Las Vegas experience a day early by connecting with nature and giving back. Join a memorable half-day adventure exploring the awe-inspiring Valley of Fire, led by Corporal Adam Bautz, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), founder and lead guide of Outdoor Travel Tours —50% of every participation fee will be donated back to Semper Fi & America’s Fund.
The ultimate launchpad for rising stars, apprentices, management trainees, and go-getters aged 40 and under who are ready to level up their careers in the metal construction industry. And because it’s never too early to network, Future Leaders are invited for aspecial Happy Hour on Wednesday, Oct. 22 starting at 4:00 PM in The Backyard.
The Design District @ METALCON
Sponsored by PPG and produced in partnership with AEC Daily, The Design District @ METALCON is where innovation meets expertise. Located on the show floor, this dynamic space features award-winning architects, thought leaders and industry experts delivering targeted education, networking opportunities, and a showcase of cutting-edge innovations—all designed to elevate knowledge and inspire new approaches to architectural metal design.
With exclusive programming and unmatched learning opportunities, attendees will explore the limitless applications of metal, discover the latest products for building envelopes and interiors, and earn up to 15 AIA Learning Units (LUs) and 12 Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) credits—all in one place.
Exclusive Education Topics for The Design District
- Modern Solutions: Advancing Performance in Metal Building Insulation
- Acoustic Solutions for Metal Buildings
- Designing Metal Buildings for Circularity: Reuse and Recycling Strategies
- Advanced, Cost-Effective, Field Touch Ups, Repair and Restoration Solutions for Architectural Metal
- Breaking the Cycle of Wildfire Destruction: The Urgent Need for Fire-Resilient Construction
- Spel(Li)ng (Be)auty in Met(Al)
- Seeing Double: Adopting Twins for De-Carbonization, Resilience, and Circularity
- Sacred Geometry and Metal Roofing: A Match Made in Heaven
- Understanding…And Documenting…the Environmental Footprint of Aluminum Extrusions
Other Need-to-Know Information:
METALCON continues to offer in-depth workshops this year to provide cutting-edge education and training, which cannot be found elsewhere. For a small fee, attendees will be armed with new skills, fresh ideas and strategic direction to address some of the major issues facing the construction industry today, including:
- Metal Roof Installation Training Certificate Program Parts 1 and 2
- Roll forming for the Metal Construction Industry Parts 1 and 2
- Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc)
- Low Slope Detailing Workshop – Certificate Course
- Advanced Metal Exterior Installation Techniques for Roofing & Building Contractors
- The Blueprint to Back Office Success: Managing Credit and Collections in Construction
OurLearning Centers are a dynamic way of providing education on the show floor, offering FREE instructional sessions to attendees and exhibitors, and allowing visitors to capture sessions while perusing product exhibits. This year’s Learning Centers will offer 60-minute sessions between 10:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday.
Attendees can make new discoveries in the industry, learn how to face tough on-the-job challenges, try out specific techniques and earn up to 14 hours of CEUs. This year’s Learning Centers are organized into four learning categories on the show floor: Installation & Techniques; Building Performance; Business Growth & Innovation and the Metal Masterclass.
The fifth annual top product awards recognize companies at the forefront of innovation in industry products, technologies and solutions. This year’s exhibitors were invited to submit nominations for their top metal products in one of 15 categories. To be eligible for consideration, products must have been introduced to the market after Jan. 1, 2024, and their manufacturer must be a participating exhibitor at METALCON 2025.
All nominees will be honored with special recognition at their booths for featuring their standout products. The top three award winning products will be determined by an electronic vote, including on-site voting for the first two days of METALCON via the show app. Winners will be announced on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 2:30 p.m. at The Deck.
Exhibits:
Experts from 250+exhibiting companies spanning 650 booths will share their knowledge of products and field applications with attendees. The line-up includes businesses listed on the following page that have not exhibited in METALCON before or are returning after a multi-year absence.
New Exhibitors for METALCON 2025
| COMPANY | BOOTH# | WEBSITE |
| Aether | 5081 | www.aethergtm.com |
| Alubond USA Inc. | 7025 | www.alubond.com |
| Aluminum Extruders Council | 2159 | |
| Armada Systems Inc. | 3132 | armadasystems.ca |
| Ash & Lacy | 4156 | www.ashandlacy.com |
| AVIBE Web Development | 1069 | avibeweb.com |
| Brauner Safety Services | 2161 | www.braunersafety.com |
| Brucha Corp | 7129 | www.bruchaamerica.com |
| Butler Manufacturing | 4157 | www.butlermfg.com |
| C.R. Onsrud Inc. | 2030 | www.cronsrud.com |
| Cangzhou Huachen Roll Forming Machinery Co., Ltd. | 7079 | |
| Cangzhou Thomas Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | 2093 | |
| Daly & Black | 3151 | www.dalyblack.com |
| Dragon Armor | 7132 | dragonarmorshingles.com |
| Engineered Bonding Solutions LLC | 3163 | www.acralock.com |
| Fastener World | 6157 | |
| Fine Fabrications Inc. | 4163 | www.fineironllc.com |
| Gentech | 3103 | |
| GiddyUp | 7075 | https://www.igiddyup.com/ |
| GovSignals | 3162 | www.govsignals.ai |
| Gsi Rollers & Machinery | 5083 | www.gsirollers.us |
| Harvard Products | 1064 | harvardproducts.com |
| Hayes International / Bradbury Group Australia | 5038 | http://www.bradburygroup.com |
| Hongseong Industrial Co., Ltd. | 6156 | http://www.architecks.com |
| HUBTEX North America | 1080 | https://www.hubtex.com/en-us |
| IBS Hexaport International | 2133 | hexaport.com |
| India International House Limited | 1074 | www.builderhardware.com |
| Industrial Metal Supply Co. | 7069 | www.industrialmetalsupply.com/nevada-metal |
| Innovative Clean Energy LLC | 6074 | www.innovativecleanenergy.net |
| Innovative Insulation Products Inc. | 3152 | iiptexas.com |
| IPS Roofing Products | 2091 | www.ipsroofingproducts.com |
| Janus International | 2095 | http://www.janusintl.com |
| Kronn Srl | 5098 | |
| New Exhibitors for METALCON 2025 (continued) | ||
| COMPANY | BOOTH# | WEBSITE |
| Laspef (Qingdao Laishun Plastics Co., Ltd) | 1110 | http://www.heliview.cn |
| LEAF srls | 5163 | leafsrls.com |
| Livonia Tool & Laser | 2122 | www.livoniatool.com |
| Metal Building Detailing | 3158 | www.metalbuildingdetailing.com |
| Metal Morph/LJK | 3156 | www.ljktech.io |
| Meteck Enterprises Co., Ltd. | 1019 | |
| OSH Cut | 7029 | oshcut.com |
| Paragon Industrial Metal Coating | 5045 | www.paragoncoating.com |
| Phenix Construction Technologies | 2157 | us.mbphenix.com |
| PREFA Aluminiumprodukte GmbH | 2026 | http://www.prefa.com |
| Press Room Equipment | 1006 | pressroomequipment.com |
| Profiilikeskus | 1129 | www.profiilikeskus.ca |
| Relay | 6152 | relaypro.com |
| Roofers in Recovery | 6158 | https://roofersinrecovery.org |
| Roofivent LLC | 4091 | www.roofivent.com |
| Scottsdale Construction Systems | 3134 | www.scottsdalesteelframes.com |
| Shandong Wiskind Architectural Steel Co., Ltd. | 4162 | www.wiskind.com/en |
| Sortly | 5157 | www.sortly.com |
| Steelholder | 5127 | https://steelholder.com |
| Tatalogam Lestari, Pt | 6150 | www.tatalogam.com |
| Ums Ugur Metal San. A.S. | 2129 | www.umsmetal.com.tr |
| Vector Structural Engineering, LLC | 1125 | www.vectorse.com |
| VestedInYou | 3157 | vestedinyou.ca |
| Visit Orlando | 6161 | |
| Well Bilt Industries USA LLC | 6151 | www.wellbiltdoors.com |
| Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions (Unified Steel) | 7098 | https://westlakeroyalroofing.com |
| Workorb AI | 5137 | www.workorb.com |
| Wysong | 6034 | https://wysong.us |
| Xiamen Fuming Roll Forming Machinery Co., Ltd. | 7068 | www.customrollformingmachine.com |
