The New Era of MEP Construction The landscape of MEP construction is evolving faster than ever. With tighter timelines, labor shortages, and increasing design complexity, contractors are pressured to deliver smarter, faster, and more precisely. One proven solution? Prefabrication. At the heart of modern prefabrication success stories is MSUITE. MSUITE empowers MEP contractors to shift […]
MCAA 2025 – Pushing the Industry Forward
The MCAA Annual Convention 2025 is the premier gathering for the brightest minds in mechanical contracting. MSUITE and DEWALT Construction Technology will take center stage, unveiling cutting-edge solutions that revolutionize fabrication, BIM, and field productivity. Join us at MCAA 2025 as we drive the industry forward with innovation and efficiency. Why MCAA 2025 Matters […]
Learn How Design Tools Transform Fabrication
In the construction industry, efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness are crucial. Mechanical contractors are using digital design tools more often to improve their workflows. From enhancing collaboration to minimizing waste, these advanced technologies empower contractors to stay competitive while delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. This article will cover some of the leading design […]
Empowering Women in the Mechanical Industry at the WiMI Conference
The DEWALT Construction Technology team recently had the honor of attending the Women in the Mechanical Construction Industry (WiMI) Conference, a prestigious event dedicated to empowering women in the mechanical industry. This year’s conference, hosted by the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), provided an invaluable platform for industry professionals to exchange ideas, share experiences, […]
10 Strategies for Enhancing Your Fabrication Shop in 2024
In construction manufacturing, particularly in mechanical and sheet-metal fabrication, the importance of fabrication shops cannot be overstated. They are pivotal in keeping buildings functional and enhancing our daily lives. Here are ten practical strategies for you to elevate your Fabrication Shop in the ever-evolving landscape. Also, learn how D.A. Dodd is elevating fabrication excellence. […]
5 Tips for Mechanical Contractors: Enhancing Fabrication Shop Operations
In the ever-evolving landscape of mechanical contracting, the fabrication shop is the beating heart of successful mechanical contractors. As the prefabricated pipe and metal market becomes increasingly competitive, mechanical contractors find themselves at the forefront of innovation, seeking ways to expand capabilities and improve profit margins. Learn valuable tips for enhancing your mechanical fabrication shop […]
Things to Do at AHR Expo 23 in Atlanta
The world’s largest HVACR event is AHR Expo in Atlanta. The new year brings the AHR Expo at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, on February 6-8, 2023. The AHR Expo annual event attracts the largest collection of HVAC professionals and provides a forum for manufacturers of all specialties and sizes the opportunity […]
What to Do at the MEP Innovation Conference in Austin
The MEP Innovation Conference 2023 brings the industry’s leading trade associations, MCAA, NECA, and SMACNA, together to host the best technology conference for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and sheet metal contractors. This year’s conference will offer educational sessions led by contractors from all three trade associations, including collaborative roundtable discussions, innovative speaker sessions, and hands-on exhibitors […]
10 Benefits of Prefab in Construction
Prefabrication (or Prefab) involves constructing building components offsite and at a secure facility, then transporting the materials and units for assembly on the jobsite. While on the jobsite, trade contractors assemble units and hand over buildings to their new owners. This process eliminates the need for traditional “stick-building” construction and, among many benefits, reduces waste. […]
5 Benefits Prefabrication and Manufacturing Can Have on Your Mechanical Projects
The last decade has seen incredible growth with technologies hoping to increase productivity and help teams deliver projects efficiently and profitably. The access to information and ease with which we can communicate has revolutionized most businesses. But, unfortunately, it has also led to individuals expecting immediate results. The construction industry feels the same effects in […]
