Category Archives: Metal Construction

Save the Date for the MCA Summer Meeting

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.

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Photo courtesy of Kingspan Insulated Panels North America

Design by Wheeler Kearns Architects

EPDs: One of MCA’s Most-Downloaded Technical Documents

MCA’s Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) provide the industry standard third-party verified reports for metal panel products’ environmental impacts (like carbon footprint, energy use, waste) across their entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal, based on a Life Cycle Assessment and specific Product Category Rules.

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Mother Earth Loves Metal

Metal is the only known construction material that can be recycled and repurposed indefinitely. Any excess or scrap metals, particularly steel and aluminum, are readily and easily recyclable.

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Photo courtesy of MCA member: RHEINZINK. Design by Steven Fong Architect

Weathering Steel Meets New England Charm

Designed for energy efficiency, sustainability, and timeless appeal, this Maine residence features weathering steel walls and roofing. The low-maintenance metal exterior blends seamlessly with the natural landscape while delivering long-term durability and a modern take on traditional New England design.

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Metal Panels Help Make a Building Budget Work

The Canal Dock Boathouse takes inspiration from the traditional design of the old historic boathouse, while utilizing modern, energy-efficient building materials, including Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs). The design team initially considered terracotta for the boathouse’s exterior, but soon realized IMPs were the superior, cost-effective option.

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Design by Gregg Wies & Gardner Architects LLC

New Categories. New Connections. Same MCA Strength.

MCA has new membership categories for Regional Rollformers, Regional Distributors, Underlayment Manufacturers, Weather Barrier Manufacturers, and MCA Member Brands.

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Updated White Paper!

MCM Panel System Definitions

Updated! MCM Panel System Definitions: Gain an understanding of the different system types and the performance characteristics that make each type of system unique.

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