METALCON celebrated its 35th anniversary in Orlando, bringing together professionals from across the metal construction industry. The Oct. 7–9 event featured 273 exhibitors, which was up 9.2% from 2025, and attendance rose more than...

The approaching new year brings a sense of renewal and optimism. The Metal Construction Association’s (MCA) 2026 agenda is filled with opportunities to make a lasting impact on the industry.  


Exhibitors at METALCON, the world’s only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction, showcased their most groundbreaking innovations for consideration in the prestigious Top Products Award.

Those attending METALCON in Las Vegas, scheduled for October 21-23, will certainly notice the construction of a steel-frame building on the show floor. METALCON and industry partners are constructing the 232-m2 (2,500-sf) “barndominium” at...