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Research from the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference, provided by Dodge Data. This research covers software tools and technology use in the MEP trades.
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Results from a live survey at the 2024 MEP Innovation Conference. This report includes insight on BIM & Technology, business processes, technology, tools and popularity of business processes.
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Results from a live survey at the 2025 MCAA Fabrication Conference. This survey covers fab practices, software, expansion and process for coordination, design and pre-fabrication.
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MSCA has established two $2,500 scholarships that celebrate and honor the first Executive Director of MSCA, Barbara Dolim. This national scholarship will be awarded each year to two exceptional students who are pursuing two-or four-year degrees in service work, with a goal of continuing to inspire and support the next generation of mechanical service professionals.
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OSHA’s Workplace Stress page offers a collection of practical, ready‑to‑use resources designed to help employers and workers address stress and support mental well‑being on the job. The site provides guidance for reducing workplace stressors, training materials to help supervisors and employees recognize and respond to signs of distress, and a variety of outreach tools—such as posters, toolkits, and communication aids—that organizations can use to build awareness and strengthen a supportive, mentally healthy workplace culture.
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The Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP) is dedicated to fostering a culture of care in which mental health is valued as deeply as physical safety. This resource hub provides practical tools, educational materials, and jobsite ready conversation starters tailored specifically for the construction workforce. Whether you’re a foreman, safety professional, project leader, or industry partner, these materials equip you to recognize warning signs, support your team, and take meaningful action toward suicide prevention. Together, we can strengthen our industry by protecting and supporting the well being of every worker—on and off the jobsite.
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The UA/MCAA Mental Health Toolbox Talks are easy to reference, quick to use, and a great way to start or continue the conversation on mental health awareness and suicide prevention in construction at your company.
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In 2025, MSCA conducted a comprehensive benchmark survey to obtain current data on key performance indicators (KPIs) in the HVACR and plumbing service industry. The results were very insightful and sure to be beneficial to all MSCA members. The full report is now available, results are presented in two formats, one is overall results and the second is broken down by company size which can provide specific insight relevant to your company.
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