LMCT News (12)

December 15, 2020

Insulators LMCT joins forces with Illinois Locals to Join Climate Jobs Illinois

The Illinois locals that are involved are Local 1 St Louis, Local 17 Chicago, Local18 Indianapolis, Local 19 Milwaukee, Local 37 Evansville, and Local 81 Cedar Rapids. The 100% Labor coalition unveiled its package of policy recommendations to transition Illinois to a 100% clean energy economy by 2050. The comprehensive 10-point plan could save or create up to 280,000 jobs, significantly reduce the state’s emissions and help to close the growing income inequality gap in disadvantaged communities...

November 19, 2020

Insulators and Contractors Are Working To Solve Our Current Challenges

This past year, the United States and Canada have encountered several major national and global challenges: the human and economic loss and pain of the COVID Pandemic; the increased and needed focus on systemic racism and diversity, and the existential threat of climate change.

November 12, 2020

Mechanical Insulators highlight training for DOL Apprenticeship Week

The work of a Mechanical Insulator or Firestopper is completed after years of training, both in the classroom and on the jobsite. This expert level work that is expected throughout the industries is the result of a registered apprenticeship program.

November 5, 2020

LMCT Sign The CIASP Stand-Up Pledge

According to the Centers for Disease Prevention, construction occupations have the highest rate of suicide, as well as the highest number of suicides across all occupational groups.

October 20, 2020

New Brunswick, Canada Labor Management Effort Wins

Energy audits were performed in several school districts that have demonstrated a need for mechanical insulation upgrade and maintenance. This and additional energy audits can be found by clicking here.

October 16, 2020

The Fastest-Growing Jobs For Women Is In Construction Per New Study

A new study revealed more women are choosing to enter the construction industry.

October 5, 2020

Deputy Director introduces the TWBN Conference on labor podcast

Although construction continues to be a male-dominated field, women are making progress in Missouri and throughout the country. Deputy Director Walsh said women are beginning to see the value of the building trades and are finding that they have a place at the table.

October 5, 2020

Director recognizes Industry safety efforts On labor podcast

Mechanical Insulators Labor Management and Cooperative Trust (LMCT) Executive Director Pete Ielmini appeared on America’s Work Force, a labor-focused podcast and discussed worker safety on the jobsite and how the insulation industry has advanced in recent years. Ielmini told AWF host Ed “Flash” Ferenc building trades unions have paved the way for making the construction industry a safer place to work.With the Federal government creation and passing of the Occupational Safety and Health Act,...

September 8, 2020

LMCT Partners with Ontario Government For Youth Training Programs

The Mechanical Insulators LMCT representatives are partnering with the Ontario Government to create youth training programs designed to expose more children and young people to careers in the construction industry.

August 28, 2020