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Items Tagged with 'METALCON'

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Kermit Baker and Jim Abbott
METALCON 2026

METALCON Announces 2026 Keynote Speakers

Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott and economist Kermit Baker will speak at the 2026 event in Orlando
W&C Staff
May 26, 2026
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Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott and economist Kermit Baker will speak at the 2026 event in Orlando in October.



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Metalcon attendee
METALCON 2026

METALCON Launches 40 Under 40 Program

Nominations open through July 21
W&C Staff
May 7, 2026
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METALCON launched a new 40 Under 40 program recognizing emerging leaders in metal construction ahead of the trade show’s 35th anniversary event.


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Producer Price Index Chart
Guest Column

Basu: Uneven Growth Reshapes Construction Outlook

Economist highlights inflation, rates and sector divides
Fiona Maguire-O'Shea
Fiona Maguire-O'Shea
April 28, 2026
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Strong demand in data centers and infrastructure contrasts with weak office and multifamily markets as financing pressures persist.


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Convention Companion Guide 2026

Convention Companion: Your Guide to 2026 Wall & Ceiling Industry Events

A snapshot of the trade shows, conventions, meetings, and other key industry events for 2026.
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John Wyatt
March 19, 2026
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A snapshot of the trade shows, conventions, meetings, and other key industry events for 2026.
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A worker underneath steel framing
Modern Steel Framing

10 Advanced Uses for Cold-Formed Steel Framing

From curved window openings to prefabricated pods and wildfire-resilient housing, contractors are pushing CFS far beyond basic wall assemblies.
Mark Johnson is editor of BuildSteel.org, the voice of the steel framing industry and powered by the Steel Framing Industry Association
Mark L. Johnson
March 13, 2026
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How cold-formed steel (CFS) helps contractors deliver better performance, speed and resilience across today’s most demanding projects.
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Economist Alex Chausovsky discussing tariffs at METALCON, produced by Metal Construction Association
Overheard at METALCON

Economist Outlook: Navigating Complexity in 2026

Flat growth, persistent tariffs, and workforce pressures shape a more complex—not collapsing—economic outlook.
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John Wyatt
January 9, 2026
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Alex Chausovsky warns that while the U.S. economy is holding steady, unresolved workforce shortages and immigration policy could pose serious challenges by 2027—making employee retention a top priority now.


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Attendees at METALCON 2025 watching the keynote speaker

METALCON Delivers Inspiration, Insight & Industry Growth in Las Vegas

METALCON 2025 brought together global metal construction professionals for three days of education, innovation, and industry collaboration.
W&C Staff
November 15, 2025
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METALCON 2025 brought together global metal construction professionals for three days of education, innovation, and industry collaboration.


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award winning products
METALCON 2025

Top Products Shine at METALCON 2025 in Las Vegas

Innovative exhibitors showcased cutting-edge metal design and construction products, competing for the coveted Top Products Award
W&C Staff
November 7, 2025
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Nearly 1,000 industry professionals voted to recognize the most groundbreaking innovations in metal design and construction at METALCON 2025, where the top three winners were unveiled in Las Vegas, Nev. 


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Alex Chausovsky and metal framing
Economic Outlook

Economist Warns: U.S. Growth Needs Bold Action

At METALCON 2025, economist Alex Chausovsky warned U.S. leaders to embrace complexity and defend economic dominance.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
October 30, 2025
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Economist Alex Chausovsky of The Bundy Group took the keynote stage at METALCON 2025 with a clear message: America’s economy is strong, but complacency is its biggest risk.


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Metal & Mimosas Event at METALCON

METALCON International Conference and Exhibition Opens This Week

The annual event is October 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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John Wyatt
October 20, 2025
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The annual event is October 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.


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10/7/26 to 10/9/26
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL
United States

METALCON International Conference and Exhibition 2026

METALCON will be held at the Orange County Convention Center this year. As the show marks more than three decades of achievement, it sets the pace for shaping the future with metal through an unbeatable blend of new product exhibits, a nationally recognized education conference, and live-action demos of field techniques. Join contractors, designers, developers, fabricators and suppliers from across the globe who attend this annual event. You’ll meet experts from forward-thinking companies who exhibit their top products and technology, and are eager to share their knowledge with you.

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