“The Girt Problem” After nearly a decade working in the IMP industry, one issue continues to surface more than any other, notes Eric Wolfe, director of engineering and technical services at Brucha. “I call this recurring issue ‘The Girt Problem’.”

METALCON: Where the metal year is made “As we move through 2026, many in our industry have experienced a slower start than anticipated,” writes MCA’s Jeff Henry, reinforcing the role of METALCON as a catalyst for connection, insight, and momentum.

Pessimism among architecture firm leaders about Q4 The Metal Construction Association’s new industry-average environmental product declarations provide data to support sustainability reporting and material selection.

MCA EPDs document benefits of IMPs, MCMs, and single skin The Metal Construction Association’s new industry-average environmental product declarations provide data to support sustainability reporting and material selection.

“40 under 40” honorees are already making an impact Metalcon announced the honorees of its inaugural “40 under 40” Recognition Program, celebrating 40 professionals age 40 or under who represent the future of metal construction.

Credibility, consistency, and cost savings through AC478 Competing at a higher level. Consistent results. Reduced callbacks. These are just some of the benefits cited by contractors who have undergone and achieved AC478 Metal Building Assembler accreditation.

Rollforming solutions for roll-up door manufacturing “Roll-up door performance begins long before installation,” writes Thomas Schwarzer. “Manufacturing precision plays an important role in how smoothly doors assemble, operate, and withstand years of service in the field.”

Prepared for opioid-related overdose emergencies? OSHA published a new fact sheet on overdose rescue with reversal medications to help workplaces recognize the signs of an overdose and act immediately.