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METALCON 2026 puts education and training front and center
Expanded program features hands-on demos, market outlooks, Florida CE credits and a new Latino Track. As METALCON marks its 35th anniversary in 2026, an expanded education and training program will give professionals from across the entire metal construction ecosystem new opportunities to build skills, improve performance and prepare for the ...
METALCON to feature MLB pitcher Jim Abbott & industry economist Kermit Baker
METALCON takes place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando from Wednesday, October 7 to Friday, October 9, 2026, with pre-show workshops beginning on Tuesday, 6. At the only event where the metal construction industry comes together to make decisions, build partnerships and shape what’s next, METALCON’s keynotes will deliver ...
METALCONLive! 2026 Webinar
In this METALCON Live!, Heidi J. Ellsworth brings together a designer, manufacturer and contractor for a real-world conversation on barndominiums, one of the fastest-growing trends in metal building today. Blending residential living with durable, efficient construction, barndominiums are reshaping how owners think about design, performance and cost. This panel dives ...
METALCON launches 40 Under 40 Recognition Program
Recognizing the rising leaders shaping the industry. METALCON has launched its new 40 Under 40 Recognition Program, highlighting rising leaders driving the future of metal construction. Forty professionals, age 40 and under, will be honored for their work influencing projects, teams and processes – from jobsites and fabrication floors to engineering and ...
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 ...
Explore the rise of barndominiums in modern construction
By The Coffee Shops. Attendees of this METALCON Live! will gain a deeper understanding of materials, collaboration and opportunities in barndominium construction. On May 20, 2026, MetalCoffeeShop® will host a METALCON Live! panel titled “Barndominiums: Building Smarter With Metal,” bringing together industry experts to explore how this fast-growing segment ...
In memory of Mark James
Honoring Mark's life and accomplishments. We are deeply saddened to share that my longtime pillar of the metal building community Mark James passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years Paula, his son Jarrod, his grandchildren Brooklyn, Harley, Julian and his great-grandson Trevon. ...
Call for Presentations for METALCON 2026
Your Voice, Our Platform Thank you for your interest in presenting at METALCON 2026, the premier global event dedicated to the use of metal in design and construction. We are seeking dynamic speakers who can educate, engage, and inspire our audience with impactful, practical content that enhances the METALCON experience. Presentation Opportunities We ...
Contributing at a higher level
By Jenny Yu. Heidi J. Ellsworth has been elected as one of the new NRCA directors. Here at The Coffee Shops™, we are proud to share that our president and CEO, Heidi J. Ellsworth, has been elected as one of the new National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) directors. The ...
METALCON delivers on training, community impact and metal-focused education
By Jenny Yu. The show’s growth in technical education and charitable outreach demonstrates why it remains a cornerstone event for the metal construction industry. Another successful METALCON is in the books, and the conversations leading up to the event offered valuable insight into why the show continues to resonate with ...
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