LATEST NEWS
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A Redesigned MCAA.org Launches April 7: What Members Need to Know
On April 7, MCAA will launch a redesigned MCAA.org, created to make it easier for members to find information, access resources, and stay connected with the…
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Notes from Austin: AIPM’s Newest Grads Share Their Thoughts
After a January winter storm forced a last-minute reschedule, 39 dedicated industry professionals had waited two extra months to finally join us in Austin, TX. We…
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2025-2026 Educator of the Year Winner – Jonathan Bluey
The student chapter members at Virginia Tech proudly nominated Jonathan Bluey for the MCAA 2025-2026 Educator of the Year award based on his mentoring, mechanical industry…
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2025-2026 Student Chapter of the Year Winner – California State University, Chico
California State University, Chico was awarded the 2025-2026 MCAA Student Chapter of the Year award for their continued achievement and overall focus on offering career opportunities…
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Indiana State University Claims Victory for the 25th Anniversary of the MCAA Student Chapter Competition
At the MCAA26 Awards of Excellence Breakfast on March 18th, Indiana State University was awarded the top prize of $10,000, sponsored by DEWALT, and a 1st…
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Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Personal Protective Equipment Safety & Health Resources
PPE is the last line of defense, and sometimes all you need to prevent and injury or save a life. Preventable injuries impact our safety culture,…
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Find the Latest from A.O. Smith and ServiceTrade in MCAA’s Virtual Trade Show
MCAA’s Virtual Trade Show connects our contractor members with the members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council.
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MCAA Government Affairs Update for the Week of March 30, 2026: The Latest Developments Impacting Our Industry
As part of its ongoing commitment to protecting your livelihood and setting the stage for a bright future, MCAA has secured the services of Longbow Public…
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Contractors Earn Top MCAA/CNA Safety Awards
MCAA and CNA have recognized companies for their achievements in safety through the MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Awards. This program, which began in the 1990s, honors member…
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$110,000 in Scholarships Awarded at MCAA26, Plus Indiana State University Crowned as Champions of the MCAA Student Chapter Competition
Twenty-five students were recognized with JRGF scholarships totaling $110,000 at MCAA26. Indiana State University emerged as the victors for the Student Chapter Competition and returned to…
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JRGF Research Makes the Case for Type II Helmets
New helmet safety research sponsored by the John R. Gentille Foundation (JRGF) and conducted at the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab has produced results that should prompt…
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Foundations of Field Leadership Online: Registration Deadline is April 3rd!
If you want to fast-track your new and aspiring field leaders in 2026, MCAA has just the program! Foundations of Field Leadership begins in April: once…
SMART SOLUTIONS CASE STUDIES
Helping contractors save money and enhance productivity.
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Resolving Hot Water Headaches Featuring Watts Water Technologies
Facing increasing calls from guests about low water pressure and inconsistent temperatures, the luxury Grandover Resort in North Carolina turned to the IntelliStation 2 by POWERS,…
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The Swiss Army Knife Workforce: Increasing Individual Capacity – Tips from Tyfoom
In the mechanical contracting industry, we know that work never slows down just because budgets get tight. Clients still expect projects delivered on schedule. Safety standards…
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New Virginia Tech Study: Type II Helmets Cut Concussion Risk by 34%, Skull Fractures by 65%
A new construction safety study funded by the John R. Gentille Foundation (JRGF) confirms a major performance gap between traditional Type I hard hats and modern…
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MCAA Unveils Suite of New Resources
MCAA has launched a comprehensive set of new resources designed to help its members stay competitive, compliant, and connected in today’s rapidly evolving industry landscape. These…
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Merit Brass Co. Inducted Into the 2025 PVF Ring of Honor featuring Merit Brass Co.
Merit Brass Co., an MCAA member and a family-owned manufacturer of pipe nipples and master distributor of related pipe, valves, flanges and fittings, has been named…
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Leveling Up to Save Time & Labor with PypeServer & Queen City Mechanicals
Queen City Mechanicals transformed its workflow with PypeServer Inc. products, realizing substantial savings in labor and material. In this Q&A, Randy Tillett, fabrication manager, talks about…
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Boosting Productivity & Quality with Novarc & Waldinger Corporation
In late 2022, faced with both a shortage of certified wire welders and a pipeline of increasingly large-diameter, high-specification projects, Waldinger Corporation adopted Novarc’s Spool Welding…
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Keeping On Track with Victaulic & Palmer Christiansen Co.
In a building dedicated to advanced medical research, precision is critical, so Palmer Christiansen Co. counted on Victaulic products to meet the demands of a new…
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Closing the Field-to-Shop Gap with Stratus & Helm Mechanical
Contractors like Helm Mechanical have strengthened digital workflows in the shop—but the field has remained the last analog holdout. Thanks to Field Orderz from Stratus, the…
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Elevating Operations with MSUITE & Bassett Mechanical
To advance their fabrication processes, Bassett Mechanical adopted MSUITE’s FAB and BIM software, dramatically improving production output. “MSUITE has completely changed the manufacturing game for us,”…
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Streamlining Restroom Installations Featuring SLOAN
Every hour spent on a complex installation or coordinating separate components is an hour that impacts your bottom line. SLOAN engineered the FLITE-DEC™ Integrated Sink System…
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Making the Case for American-Made Steel Featuring Wheatland Tube
Choosing domestic steel is more than a material specification; it is an investment in the future of our nation. The Keep Steel Here initiative underscores a…
FEATURED EVENT
2026 Converge
June 15-17, 2026
Palm Harbor, FL
The MCAA Converge isn’t just a meeting; it’s a meticulously crafted experience designed to address the unique needs of your company. Picture executive-to-executive meetings, a melting pot of strategic discussions, and an atmosphere buzzing with innovation.
