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METALCON Introduces New Design District Programming for 2026

Education lineup connects industry shifts with real-world metal design decisionsAs 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…

Cold Formed Buildings: An Introduction to a Growing Movement

Watching on-demand? You’re still earning 1.0 AIA LU HSW credit or certification. Simply fill out this form   ——————————————————— Cold-formed steel buildings have steadily gained U.S. market share over the past 25 years—and today’s growing demand for resilient, efficient…

Beyond the Roof: The Business Case for Metal Buildings

Discover why developers are increasingly choosing metal buildings for faster construction, earlier revenue generation, lower lifecycle costs, and greater cost predictability. Learn how metal building systems can reduce risk, protect long-term asset value, and strengthen project ROI - and why METALCON is the place to evaluate the solutions shaping the future of construction.

The Hidden Cost of Outdated Construction Knowledge in Metal Projects

Outdated construction knowledge can quietly drain profitability from metal construction projects through delays, rework, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities. This blog explores how evolving technologies, continuous training, and industry innovation are reshaping expectations — and why staying informed through METALCON helps contractors, fabricators, architects, and suppliers stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

Barndominiums: Building Smarter With Metal

Watching on-demand? You’re still earning 1.0 AIA LU credit or certification. Simply fill out this form — In this METALCON Online, Heidi J. Ellsworth brings together an architect, manufacturer and contractor for a real-world conversation on barndominiums, one…

How Insulated Metal Panels Are Transforming Building Envelope Design

Beyond the Roof: Today’s Insulated Metal Panels are helping architects and designers tackle some of the industry’s biggest challenges — from energy efficiency and resilience to sustainability, speed of construction, and modern building envelope performance. At METALCON, the conversation goes deeper through the Design District @ METALCON, where architects, engineers, specifiers, contractors, and manufacturers come together to explore the future of high-performance building design.