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METALCON Newsletter March 2025

WILL TARIFFS BE A “BRACKET BUSTER” FOR THE METAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY?With the NCAA Basketball tournaments underway, the metal construction industry is facing its own version of “March Madness” — navigating the ripple effects of proposed trade policies from the Trump…

What is A Cool Roof? Your Helpful Guide

We all know metal roofs are a "cool choice" but they are in fact, a cooler option than other roofing materials. Dive into understanding how a cool roof works, the best coatings, the benefits, and why metal is a more effective choice for a cool roof.

METALCON Names 2025 Advisory Council

Industry Experts Drive Innovative Programming METALCON, the metal construction industry’s only global event dedicated to the application of metal in construction and design, introduces its 2025 advisory council. Comprising leading experts across all facets of the industry, the council is…

METALCON Newsletter February 2025

OCTOBER 21 – 23, 2025 | LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER METALCON NAMED “NEXT 50” HONOREE BY TRADE SHOW EXECUTIVEMETALCON has been recognized as a “Next 50 Honoree” by Trade Show Executive, celebrating the show’s significant growth in exhibiting companies and total attendance between the…

Women in Metal Construction

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While women still make up a small portion of the construction workforce, read on to learn how the number is changing for the better. Estimates predict the construction industry will grow by 4% between now and 2031 - how will the industry respond?

Emerging Trends in Fireproofing Metal Construction

Fires cause more than $1.2 billion in property damage each year, highlighting the critical need to protect metal and steel structures. Check out some of the emerging trends in steel structure fireproofing technology in today's blog and register to watch upcoming METALCON Online free webinar on fire-resilient construction.