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MCAA Government Affairs Update for the Week of January 12, 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 Policy Group to advise our MCAA Government Affairs Committee (GAC). GAC Chair, Jim Gaffney will be passing along information relative to our industry on a regular basis.
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MCAA Announces Nominees for 2026 MEP Innovator of the Year Award
MCAA is pleased to announce the nominees for the 2026 MEP Innovator of the Year Award, recognizing individuals who are advancing the mechanical contracting industry through innovation, leadership, and the practical application of technology.
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Resource Highlight: Making a Sustainable Business Transformation
In today’s competitive landscape, sustainable business transformation—and business growth—begins by demonstrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) awareness. MCAA’s Management Methods Bulletin, Making a Sustainable Business Transformation, explores why ESG matters and provides five steps to assist in your business’s sustainable journey. This new educational resource is free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.…
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Last Call: MCAA Board of Directors Nominations are Due January 15, 2026
The future of MCAA is fundamentally linked to the quality of the individuals who serve on its Board of Directors. MCAA members who would like to be considered for one of three vacancies are encouraged to learn more and complete the application. Applications should be returned no later than January 15, 2026. Candidates and their…
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2026 Internship Grants – Now Available for Student Chapters, Employers and Affiliated Associations
The 2026 JRGF Internship Grant program provides valuable support directly to MCAA student chapters, employers and affiliated associations. Applications are currently available for all three categories. Click the corresponding link, fill out the form and apply for a grant to help support internship programming.
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Arden Building Companies Announces Key Executive Leadership Advancements
Arden Building Companies, an MCAA member, has announced a series of strategic leadership transitions designed to enhance operational consistency, support continued expansion, and drive the company’s long term growth strategy.
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Find the Latest from Winsupply and T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc. 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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Registration Now Open for MCAA’s April Field Leaders Conference
Registration is now open for MCAA’s April Field Leaders Conference, being held Tuesday, April 7 – Thursday, April 9 at the InterContinental Houston, an IHG Hotel in Houston, TX. In two and a half days, your field leaders will hear from inspiring industry speakers and participate in powerful collaboration, leaving them inspired and re-energized. Don’t…
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MCAA Hub: Events and Education at MCAA26
The MCAA Hub is your one-stop destination for everything MCAA has to offer. From upcoming conferences and association initiatives to industry best practices, the Hub connects you to the full spectrum of MCAA events and educational opportunities. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, grow your network or simply discover all the resources available to you, the…
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Saving Time & Increasing Safety with MILWAUKEE TOOL & 1901 Inc.
After using MILWAUKEE TOOL’s cordless M18 FUEL™RINGER™ Roll Groover from start to finish on a recent project, 1901 Inc. of Madison, WI, estimated saving 40–50 hours of labor, thanks to faster setup time and easier mobility compared with traditional electric grooving machines. Jeremy Baillies, a steamfitter foreman at 1901 Inc., said, “It’s way more efficient,…