For those interested in learning how to install various types of metal roofing, METALCON will offer a variety of opportunities. New to the tradeshow in 2024 is the Metal Construction Association’s Metal Mastery area.

USGBC California has been focusing on directing education and certification to construction workers in the areas of wildfire defense and also new, extreme heat. To chat about these programs, Building Enclosure was recently joined by USGBC California’s Executive Director Ben Staptleton.

The Architectural Glass and Metal Technician certification program for glaziers announces Frameless Hardware Company as the Premier Sponsor of hands-on performance-based testing during GlassBuild America 2024, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, in Dallas, Texas.

In collaboration with Clemson University, the Roofing Alliance has unveiled three comprehensive roofing courses tailored to offer a robust education to industry professionals of all backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels.

Six leaders from DIGroup Architecture (DIG) Life Sciences Studio have earned architecture-specific biopharmaceuticals and biologics-focused certification from the Jefferson Institute of Bioprocessing (JIB), which offers world-class industry training and credential programs through Thomas Jefferson University.

The Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council has appointed four new members to its board of directors.

The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA), a national trade organization specializing in air barriers, announced the launch of the country’s, first-of-its-kind, Large Building Whole Building Airtightness Program, which includes both certification and training.

The Architectural Glass and Metal Technician certification program has announced a new partnership with Prometric. Beginning this month, the AGMT Knowledge-Based Test is now offered via Prometric test sites across North America. The rollout makes it easier and more convenient for glaziers to test both on their own schedule and closer to home.

North America’s only third-party personnel certification program for glaziers, the Architectural Glass and Metal Technician certification program has introduced a Spanish version of the Knowledge-Based Test.

In this role, Becker will oversee the operation of the IGCC/IGMA and IGMAC insulating glass certification programs, as well as serve as the internal auditor for FGIA fenestration certification programs.