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Metal Construction Hall of Fame welcomes newest inductees at MBCEA Annual Conference
Industry leaders were recognized for decades of innovation, mentorship and impact across metal buildings, insulated metal panels and metal roofing. The 2026 Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) Annual Conference Awards Ceremony featured the Metal Construction News Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Metal Construction News publisher Melanie Kowal and ...
Revealing the 2026 Metal Construction News Hall of Fame inductees
Honoring industry leaders for lifetimes of contribution and service to the metal industry. In 2012, the Metal Constructon News Hall of Fame was formed through a collaboration with the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA), Metal Construction Association (MCA) and Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) to recognize "those individuals who ...
Construction faces opportunity and headwinds in a two-speed economy
By Fiona Maguire-O’Shea, METALCON. Keynote insights highlight rising costs, uneven demand and sectors driving construction forward. Before leaders of the metal building industry in Colorado Springs, Colorado, keynote speaker Anirban Basu, a widely respected industry economist, underscored both the opportunities and headwinds facing construction: the U.S. economy is still growing, but ...
MBCEA shares initiatives and growth at 2026 conference
By The Coffee Shops. Accreditation and collaboration take center stage at MBCEA conference. At the 2026 MBCEA Conference, discussions centered around the latest industry insights and how to best move the industry forward. From prioritizing accreditations and educational initiatives to embracing the booming growth in membership and plans for the ...
Don’t miss out on MBCEA’s annual conference
By Emma Peterson. From topic choices to networking events, the MBCEA team works tirelessly to make their annual conference a must-attend each year. There are a lot of different conferences, expos and events happening across the roofing industry, with each having their own niches and benefits for attendees. To learn ...
Modernizing retail with metal
By Jenny Yu. An MBMA case study highlights a new model for flexible, experience-driven retail. As retail developers grapple with declining foot traffic and rising vacancies fueled by e-commerce, a new development model is gaining traction. According to the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA)’s 2022 Commercial Communities Case Study, ...
Register to Exhibit at the 57th Annual MBCEA Conference
Join Us for the 57th Annual MBCEA Conference & MBMA Spring Meeting! April 22–24, 2026 | Hotel Polaris, Colorado Springs, CO S-5! is sponsoring the 57th MBCEA & MBMA Conference! Exhibiting at the MBCEA & MBMA Conference will enhance your visibility to decision-making attendees and industry professionals. Our attendees want to see ...
Sports and fitness centers prove their metal
By Jenny Yu. A new MBMA case study highlights why metal building systems continue to gain traction in the sports and fitness markets. Sports and fitness facilities place unique demands on building design, from wide-open interiors to durability under constant use. According to a sports and fitness case study ...
MBMA announces 2025 Student Design Competition award winners
A record number of students submitted designs for a botanical garden and event center as part of the competition. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is pleased to announce the winners of the fifth annual MBMA Student Design Competition. On March 3, 2026, the association granted $32,000 in awards to 10 ...
Dr. Benjamin Schafer awarded MBMA’s 2026 Ellifritt Award
In addition to his role as a professor, Dr. Schafer has served in a variety of academic and industry leadership roles. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) presented Dr. Benjamin Schafer with the 2026 Duane S. Ellifritt Research Award. Named after MBMA’s original director of research and engineering, this honor is ...
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