METALCON 2024: What to See 

Are you attending METALCON 2024? Read through our attendance guide to see the highlights and know what to see so you can get the most out of the event!

Are you attending METALCON 2024? 

METALCON 2024 is being held in Atlanta, Georgia, October 30th – November 1st. The annual show brings together some of the biggest names in the metal industry and showcases cutting-edge products and concepts. You can network, gain an edge on your competition, and find new ways to make your business thrive.  

With so much happening at METALCON 2024, it can be helpful to have a plan beforehand so that you can make the most out of your experience. 

As always, Sheffield Metals International, a leading supplier of metal coils, sheets, and accessories, will be in attendance at booth #1823.  

In this article, we’ll look at what the show has to offer this year and highlight some products and events you won’t want to miss at METALCON 2024.  

What to Do and See at METALCON 2024  

New Tech Machinery’s ConceptQ  

There will be a lot of new and exciting products and concepts on the show floor at METALCON 2024 – that’s part of what makes the event so alluring to those in the industry.  

But there’s one booth you’re not going to want to miss: New Tech Machinery’s booth #1925. New Tech will be unveiling their new concept machine – the ConceptQ – that features 12 new concepts designed based on operator feedback.  

The ConceptQ will give you a glimpse into the future of portable rollforming. Note that the machine is a prototype and it and its features are not currently for sale. 

Visit New Tech Machinery’s booth to see demos of all of the concept features, fill out surveys to rate them, and complete a form for a chance to win a Yeti cooler.  

Sheffield Metals Educational Demos 

Members of the Sheffield Metals’ Technical Department will also be participating in educational demos Wednesday and Thursday as part of the Metal Construction Association’s (MCA) Metal Mastery event. Sheffield will be participating in their demos during the following dates and times: 

These courses will cover metal roofing best practices, including how to choose the right metal roofing system for your project, how to plan your panel layout when dealing with roof penetrations, and installation techniques for perimeter detailing and common penetrations. Click the links above to register and stop by to learn best practices for the technical aspects of metal roofing.  

You can view the full schedule of MCA’s Metal Mastery here: MCA’s Metal Mastery: Mastering Metal Roofing (metalcon.com) 

New Textured, Low-Gloss CoreLine Metal Roofing Coatings  

Sheffield Metals CoreLine sample squares

Visit Sheffield Metals’ booth #1823 for a close-up look of the new and popular CoreLine, which features five textured, low-gloss, PVDF finishes including: TLG Medium Bronze, TLG Dark Bronze, TLG Charcoal Gray, TLG Black, and TLG Moonstone™.  

These new finishes are the culmination of years of collaboration between Sheffield Metals and renowned paint partner Sherwin-Williams. The coatings were designed to offer advantages to homeowners and contractors alike. With CoreLine, customers will be getting sleek, color-retaining coatings that can knock down sunlight and reduce oil canning, plus impressive durability and great workability for contractors with CoreLine’s textured, grippy surface.  

Stop by the Sheffield Metals booth to see the CoreLine colors in person and ask our sales team any questions you may have.  

METALCON Training Zone 

Sponsored by Sherwin-Williams, this area will feature demonstrations of installations and metal roofing details. You can try out different tools and see how metal materials differ when it comes to installation.   

The demonstrations will be led by John Sheridan, from Sheridan Metal Resources, and a team of experts. Demonstrations will be offered in English and Spanish.  

Speed Networking 

One of the advantages of attending METALCON is that you get to connect with so many different people in the industry. The more people you can talk to, the more likely you are to create a new relationship that will pay dividends in the future.  

For those looking to get as many contacts as they can, METALCON will be a hosting a speed networking event designed to maximize your connection opportunities.  

The speed networking event will be held Wednesday, October 30, from 3:00 to 4:00pm at the Exchange area in the METALCON Exhibit Hall.  

Design District for Architects  

Looking to get more information on the architectural side of metal roofing? The Design District at METALCON 2024 is the perfect place for anyone looking to further their architectural knowledge and integrate cutting-edge design trends into their projects.  

Interactive workshops and courses in the Design District will be led by top voices in the industry throughout METALCON.  


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Keynote Speakers 

One keynote speaker will kick off the show’s festivities on each of the three days of METALCON 2024. The first speaker this year is NFL legend Joe Theismann. Here’s the full breakdown of speakers and what they’ll be discussing in each keynote: 

October 30th,  9:00am: Joe Theismann: Game Plan for Success 

October 31st, 9:00am: Dr. Anirban Basu: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: Financial Outlook and Trends for the Metal Construction Industry 

November 1st, 9:00am: Dr. Melissa Furman: Relevant Leadership: Navigate, Elevate, Accelerate 

Special Sessions 

Don’t miss out on two special sessions held on Wednesday, October 30th and October 31st in the METALCON theatre:  

Visit Sheffield Metals and New Tech Machinery at METALCON 2024 

Keep in mind these are just some of the many events and things to see at METALCON 2024. Check out the METALCON website to gain access to the full schedule and show floor map.  

Don’t forget to visit booth #1823 to visit with Sheffield Metals’ Sales and Technical Teams. You can see Sheffield’s new textured, low-gloss PVDF CoreLine finishes, including TLG Medium Bronze, TLG Dark Bronze, TLG Charcoal Gray, TLG Black, and TLG Moonstone™ – an increasingly popular color being used by contractors. Right next door will be New Tech Machinery at booth #1925 showcasing their ConceptQ.  

We look forward to seeing you at METALCON 2024!  


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