Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke with host Ed "Flash" Ferenc about the recent progress of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. He also...
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The Federal Mechanical Insulation Bill and Power of Apprenticeships
In a recent episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, Pete Ielmini, the Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), discussed the Federal Mechanical Insulation Bill. Ielmini told AWF host Ed “Flash” Ferenc that...
Ielmini discusses President Biden’s commitment to the building trades
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke with host Ed "Flash" Ferenc about President Biden's appearance at the North American Building Trades Unions...
Local 6 hosts first Firestopping Market Recovery class of 2023
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust, made his monthly appearance on the America's Work Force Union Podcast and talked about the LMCT’s first Firestop Market Recovery Program held in 2023. On the March 23...
Mental Health Awareness and the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), made his monthly appearance on America's Work Force Union Podcast and talked about mental health awareness and the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. Rep. Linda...
Registered apprenticeships required under FMIA
In his monthly appearance on the America's Work Force Union Podcast, Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), discussed the proposed Federal Mechanical Insulation Act and how it is tied into registered...
Expect reintroduction of Federal Mechanical Insulation Act in 2023
The Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini made his regular guest appearance on the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the future of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. On Dec. 28, Ielmini told AWF...
Proposed bill would mandate Mechanical Insulation in federal buildings
echanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and explained the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, which he believes will soon be introduced into Congress. On Nov. 23,...
Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference empowers women in construction
Gina Walsh, Deputy Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management and Cooperative Trust (LMCT), appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference – the largest gathering of tradeswomen in the world – held...
Commercial Buildings Energy Efficiency Tax Deduction
Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the Commercial Buildings Energy Efficiency Tax Deduction. The deduction provides tax rebates to building...
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Insulators LMCT Promotes Mechanical Insulation Awareness
In the third week of September, the Mechanical Insulators Labor-Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) attended two trade shows to increase awareness of the Mechanical Insulation Industry. LMCT representatives attended the International Facility Management Association...
Federal Mechanical Insulation Act gains momentum in Congress
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust and Bill Petty, lobbyist with State Federal Strategies, provided an update on the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act during a recent episode of the America's Work Force...
Rep. Weber discusses FMIA in Energy Subcommittee Hearing
On Sept. 16, Rep. Randy Weber (R-Texas) spoke about H.R. 3474, the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, during a Subcommittee on Energy hearing. If passed as written, the FMIA will advance federal energy efficiencies, save tax dollars and reduce energy loss and...
Insulators Local 34 hosts IMAP for apprentices
In the construction industry, there is a need for tradesmen and tradeswomen to prioritize their mental health well-being. International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 34, St. Paul, Minn., is one Local up to the challenge of making...
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Signs Landmark Pro-Labor Legislation
Will benefit New York’s Insulators New York State has once again raised the bar for worker protections and labor rights. On the eve of New York City’s Labor Day Parade, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a comprehensive package of pro-labor bills designed to strengthen...
Youturn Health and the Insulators Union Partner on Member Assistance Program
Youturn Health and The International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers (IAHFIAW) announced a partnership to provide the IAHFIAW behavioral health support. The partnership is called the Insulators Member Assistance Program (IMAP) and is...









