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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...
Mechanical Insulators Local 76 in Albuquerque, N.M., hosted the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Firestop Market Recovery Program in late July. The LMCT Firestop Market Recovery Program is designed to bring Local Union leadership and...
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust, discussed the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, member assistance programs and the retirement of trailblazer Gina Walsh on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. The...
The State of Washington recently enacted legislation to advance the firestop and smokeseal industry by mandating that all individuals who apply firestop and smokeseal products must receive state-certified training. Insulators Local 7, under the leadership of Business...
The Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT) promoted the mechanical insulation industry and mental health awareness at the 2025 Insulation Industry International Training Fund Joint Apprenticeship Conference. Held in Chicago from June 23 to 26,...
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor and Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force to discuss the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, firestop awareness and apprenticeship opportunities. During his conversation...
The Insulators Membership Assistance Program (IMAP) continues to progress and advocate for mental health initiatives to support the well-being of members of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers. Recently, IMAP’s professional...