Metal Industry Leading Trade Press Invite Exhibitors

(Newton, Mass., – September 13, 2023)METALCON announces this year’s Meet the Press Event at its upcoming show in Las Vegas scheduled for Friday, Oct. 20 inside the exhibitor hall. 

The only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction invites this year’s exhibitors to meet with editors and reporters from 13 leading industry trade publications to introduce a new product, service or solution, or perhaps provide a unique insight into trends taking place in the industry today. 

The following publications will be available for brief one-on-one, 10-minute meetings with exhibitors on the last day of the show between 8.30 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. on the show floor

  • Building Enclosures 
  • Frame Building News 
  • Garage, Shed & Carport Builder 
  • Metal Architecture 
  • Metal Builder 
  • Metal Construction News 
  • Metal Roofing Magazine 
  • Rollforming Magazine 
  • Roofing Contractor 
  • Roofing Magazine 
  • Roofing Supply Pro 
  • Rural Builder Magazine 
  • Walls & Ceilings 

Exhibitors can book appointments via an online calendar hosted on the METALCON website and on the METALCON app. Simply follow this link, Meet the Press Sign Up, and sign up for a time slot with the various publications. Interviews are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be scheduled in advance of the show. 

“We first introduced this popular event last year and based on positive feedback from all parties, we are excited to offer this exclusive exhibitor benefit again,” says METALCON Vice President, Judy Geller. “Where else can you meet the key individuals shaping news and information in the metal construction industry today―all in one place and at one time. We hope our exhibitors take full advantage of this unique opportunity.” 

METALCON takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Wednesday, Oct. 18 – Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, with pre-show workshops beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 17.  

About METALCON  

Established in 1991, METALCON is the only annual tradeshow and conference devoted exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction. Produced by PSMJ Resources, Inc., in partnership with the Metal Construction Association, METALCON’s success is based on a dynamic exhibit hall, extensive educational programs and interactive learning opportunities. This is the event’s sixth time in Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.metalcon.com

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