IMPs Take Center Stage at Seattle’s Performing Arts Scene

Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) are used for the exterior envelope cladding system on the Seattle Opera House. IMPs serve as the building’s primary weather barrier and exterior insulation, providing a secure support that transmits positive loads from different facades to the structural supports behind the insulated panels.

See the Case Study from MCA Member: Kingspan Insulated Panels North America > https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/case-studies/seattle-opera-center

Design by LMN Architects

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MCA 2025 Annual Report

Cover of the 2025 Annual Report for the Metal Construction Association, featuring a collage of modern building images.

The 2025 MCA Annual Report is now available! Take a look back at everything the association accomplished over the past year. From education and technical resources to advocacy, events, and market development, the report highlights how MCA continues to support members and advance the use of metal in construction. Get the report > https://metalconstruction.org/2025-annual-report

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The MCA Summer Meeting: June 23-24

Promotional graphic for the MCA Summer Meeting, scheduled for June 23-24, 2025, at Hilton Rosemont/O'Hare, featuring an image of the hotel and a vibrant flower sculpture.

You’re invited to attend the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Summer Meeting! Join us June 23-24 in Rosemont, IL. This event is a must for everyone in the metal construction industry, regardless of your company type, product specialty, or professional role.

Learn more > https://metalconstruction.org/index.php/events/summer-meeting/summer-meeting-2026

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A NIKE & MCM Collab

Nike chose Metal Composite Material (MCM) to clad its NYC Parking Garage at its World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. The garage houses 1,994 parking spaces for employees and visitors with a design that reflects the spirit of competition. MCM can be custom coated to match brand colors and shapes. Learn more about the benefits of MCM > https://ow.ly/u3jB50QrzKM

Photos Courtesy of MCA Member and MCM Alliance member: 3A Composites #ALUCOBOND

Design by SRG + CannonDesign

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IMP Roofs: #1 for Weather- Tightness and Fire Ratings

Aerial view of a modern building with a curved roof, featuring a football field and landscaped surroundings, highlighting the benefits of IMP roofs for weather-tightness and fire ratings.

Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) Roofs beat competing products on weather-tightness and fire ratings. Plus IMP Roofs are available in a myriad of different colors. There is not a building project that wouldn’t benefit from Insulated Metal Panel Roofing. Learn more > https://metalconstruction.org/insulated-metal-panel-roofs

Photo Courtesy of MCA Member: Nucor Corporation

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Roofers Suicide Rates: Five Times Higher than Jobsite Fatalities

A person sitting on the ground with their head in their hands, appearing distressed, alongside text highlighting that roofers' suicide rates are five times higher than jobsite fatalities.

The National Roofing Contractors Association has released mental health and suicide prevention resources created specifically for roofers, and MCA wants to help ensure our members are aware of this important and growing collection:

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J84lnYtuIZ4

Be Tough Enough website: https://www.nrca.net/resources/safety/mentalhealth

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MCA Welcomes New Member: Eastern Cladding

Based in Charlotte, N.C., Eastern Cladding Services specializes in aluminum composite and metal cladding systems, supporting projects across the Eastern United States. The company provides a full range of services—from design assistance and engineering support to fabrication and installation—helping deliver durable, high‑performance exterior and interior metal cladding solutions.

With decades of experience working with architects, designers, and construction teams, Eastern Cladding Services brings valuable expertise to the MCA community and supports the association’s mission to advance the use of metal in the building envelope.

To learn more about Eastern Cladding Services at https://ecs-inc.net/

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Where Design Meets Care

The new $16 million Carol Danielson Suzuki Cancer Center showcases how architectural metal can elevate healing spaces. The project features Metal Composite Material (MCM) panels in copper brown, gray, and white—creating a warm, modern exterior and a striking interior contrast. See more in our Gallery > https://metalconstruction.org/gallery

Photos courtesy of MCA Member: ALPOLIC® Materials – Americas

Design by PKA Architecture

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Navigating Code Changes: What Every Builder Should Know.

Graphic for episode 51 of the podcast 'Building with Metal', featuring the title 'Navigating Code Changes: What Every Builder Should Know' and a special guest, Bob Zabcik from Z-tech Consulting, LLC.

MCA’s Technical Director, Bob Zabcik was featured on the Building With Metal podcast in an episode entitled, Navigating Code Changes: What Every Builder Should Know. Bob shares his expertise on building code development and adoption, including key 2025 International Building Code (IBC) and energy code updates and what they mean for metal roofing and wall assemblies. Check it out > https://blog.mcelroymetal.com/building-with-metal-podcast/episode-51-navigating-code-changes-what-every-builder-should-know

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Resilient, Lightweight, Uniform, Flatness, Longevity, Recycled, Value, Performance: Metal Composite Material

Metal Composite Material (MCM) panels offer significant benefits like superior strength-to-weight ratio, excellent flatness, and design flexibility with diverse finishes, making them lighter and more durable, while reducing costs and enhancing aesthetics. Learn more about MCM > https://ow.ly/TEvI50Y0sBn Photos courtesy of MCA and MCM Alliance: MillerClapperton, ALPOLIC® Materials – Americas, and East Coast Metal Systems, Inc. Designs by VARENHORST, CRAINE ARCHITECTURE INC, RSP Architects, POPULOUS GROUP, LLC #metalcompositematerial #metalconstruction #architecture