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Education & Learning
Honoring the past and building the future at METALCON 2026
By Emma Peterson. METALCON is celebrating its 35th anniversary with special exhibits, networking events, industry awards and community celebrations! 2026 marks 35 years of METALCON – the leading event for metal construction professionals. And this year’s show has a variety of special events planned to both celebrate this milestone ...
Sharpen your estimating skills with this advanced workshop
By Emma Peterson. Want to take your estimating skills to the next level? Don’t miss the chance to learn in-person from industry expert John Kenney! John Kenney will be teaching an Advanced Roofing Estimating Workshop in Lakewood, Florida this coming November. John, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, has an ...
The metal event of the year is here!
By Emma Peterson. With more than 250 exhibitors, expanded educational programming and interactive experiences across the show floor, METALCON continues to be the industry's premier gathering for metal construction. METALCON, the only event in the industry dedicated solely to the application of metal in design and construction, is just around ...
Build skills that keep you competitive
By The Coffee Shops®. METALCON brings hands-on training, expert-led education and year-round resources to contractors. As building codes, materials and technologies continue to change, metal construction professionals need practical ways to keep their knowledge current. Geared toward professionals at every stage of their career, METALCON supports ongoing contractor education with ...
S-5! debuts SnoGard EF™ & presents accredited education at METALCON
S-5! delivers practical training for sales and technical professionals S-5!, the global leader in metal roof attachment solutions, will present accredited education and showcase its latest innovation at METALCON, October 7-9 in Orlando, Florida. In addition to educational sessions offering continuing education credits (CEUs), S-5! will feature SnoGard EF™, its new ...
Get ready for Colorado’s new fire codes
By Alex Tolle. Roofing professionals can learn how Colorado’s changing wildfire resiliency code may affect project reviews, inspections and everyday contracting considerations. The Colorado Roofing Association (CRA) and International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) are bringing roofing professionals together for a live panel discussion on Colorado’s changing fire codes. The New ...
Building stronger, high-performing envelopes
By Jesse Sanchez. Integrated design, careful installation and early collaboration can help commercial project teams prevent costly building envelope failures. Building envelope failures can begin with something as small as an improperly sealed penetration or poorly detailed transition, but the consequences can spread throughout a commercial building. Water intrusion, corrosion, ...
Designing roofs for snow, ice and long-term performance
By Emma Peterson. Join TRA Snow and Sun's Mindy Dahlquist as she explores the technologies and design strategies helping roofing professionals improve performance, longevity and safety in snow-prone regions. Every year, Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) brings together leaders and experts from across the industry to hos education sessions ...
METALCON at 35: Exploring the Past, Present and Future of Metal Construction
New immersive experiences, industry networking and a veteran-support initiative highlight this year’s event METALCON will feature new onsite experiences and networking opportunities, along with a special community initiative, October 7–9 in Orlando, Florida. Celebrating its 35th year, the show will offer attendees the opportunity to explore where the industry has been—and ...
Build your metal construction career at METALCON
By The Coffee Shops™. Expand your industry knowledge, develop practical skills and make connections that support long-term career growth. With experienced tradespeople retiring and construction companies searching for skilled workers, metal construction offers growing opportunities for people entering the workforce or transitioning from another trade. According to this article from ...
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