The Federal Mechanical Insulation Act (FMIA) is progressing at a relatively rapid pace compared to most pieces of legislation. That was the message Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini discussed during his...
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Pete Ielmini talks Mechanical Insulation legislation on AWF
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the status of two bills promoting Mechanical Insulation that were introduced to Congress. The first...
LMCT co-hosts Greening Federal Buildings presentation
On Oct. 30, the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust and BuildingAction hosted an online presentation to highlight the need to pass the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, H.R. 4663. The Greening Federal Buildings: Saving Energy and Taxpayer Money...
Mechanical Insulation Installation Incentive Act to be introduced soon
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), appeared on America's Work Force Union Podcast and gave an update on the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act (FMIA). He also spoke about a Mechanical Insulation...
FMIA gaining support among House legislators
Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast (AWF) and gave an update on the status of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act (FMIA). He also discussed the combined efforts...
Energy Audit Program proves Mechanical Insulation saves money
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the LMCT’s new Mechanical Insulation Energy Audit Program. He also provided a progress update on the...
Federal Mechanical Insulation Act reintroduced with bipartisan support
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 reintroduction of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act into the...
Bipartisan Federal Mechanical Insulation Act of 2023 Introduced
The Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) is proud to announce the introduction of the bipartisan Federal Mechanical Insulation Act of 2023 (FMIA) by Rep. Randy Weber (R-Texas) and Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-Calif.) to the House of Representatives...
LMCT’s Efforts Result In Introduction Of Bipartisan FMIA
Extensive efforts by the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) and their lobbying firm State Federal Strategies, resulted in the introduction of the bipartisan Federal Mechanical Insulation Act of 2023 (FMIA) by Rep. Randy Weber (R-Texas) and...
Legislation will create more work hours and improve working conditions
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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Sen. Ed Markey to Sponsor FMIA in the Senate
On March 6, Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) agreed to sponsor the Senate companion of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. The decision by Markey capped off a day when the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) had a significant presence on Capitol...
Executive Director Ielmini serves as panelist during Construction Working Minds Summit
The construction industry is taking a significant step toward addressing one of its most pressing yet often overlooked challenges: mental health. The Construction Working Minds Summit, held in Dallas, brought together individuals from across the industry to...
Director Ielmini discusses legislative bills and more on AWF Podcast
Mechanical Insulators LMCT Executive Director Pete Ielmini opened his monthly appearance on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast with an update on the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. The FMIA was created to ensure energy efficiency. If passed, it will require...
Mechanical Insulators LMCT at CURT Conference
Peterides addresses PowerGen Conference In February, the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust participated in both the Annual CURT Conference and PowerGen Conference. The 2025 Construction Users Roundtable National Conference took place in Tuscon,...
IPA Study Highlights the Value of Union Labor
A presentation at the recent CURT (Construction Users Round Table) Conference discussed the findings of a study that showed the true value of union labor on construction projects. Conducted by Independent Project Analysis (IPA), the study entitled “The Value of Union...
LMCT Showcases Groundbreaking Approach to Identifying Heat Loss
Science educators, energy experts and engineers witness energy waste firsthand The Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) showed attendees at the Center for Energy Workforce Development’s Energy Career Discovery Zone event how the latest...