The Metal Construction Association (MCA) recently released its 2024 MCA Annual Report.
The report highlights MCA’s key achievements throughout the year, including advancements in advocacy, educational resources, and marketing initiatives, all of which were intended to contribute to continued growth of the metal construction industry.
Key features in the report include:
Industry insights: MCA published its MCA Market Study, a 70-page annual statistical report with data-driven insights.
Scholarship program: MCA launched a first class of scholarship recipients, awarding funds to support the education of member company employees and their families, including spouses, children, and grandchildren.
Sustainability promotion: The association introduced an alternative logo to emphasize the sustainability of metal in building envelopes.
MCM System Fabricator Certification Program: MCA strengthened and updated its program to highlight certified companies’ experience, services, systems, and financial strength.
New technical resources: MCA published three white papers for its library of more than 120 white papers and guides, focusing on cleaning metal composite material (MCM) panels, important reminders about wet-sealed MCM systems, and powder coating: a post-fabrication option for metal surfaces.
Educational initiatives: MCA contributed to industry education through various platforms, including live demonstrations at International Roofing Expo (IRE), courses through the Metal Architecture Academy, webinars, and courses.
Leadership development: The MCA Future Leaders Program continued growing, supporting professionals under 40 years old to pursue leadership roles in the metal construction industry.
Industry recognition: In partnership with Kenilworth Media and Metal Construction News‘ sister publication Metal Architecture, MCA honored 23 outstanding metal construction projects with Metal Construction Design Awards.
Jeff Henry, executive director at MCA, says, “Our achievements would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of our members. As we begin 2025, we are excited about the continued progress we will make together.”