New Courses Available for Education Center Subscribers

There are new courses available for NIA’s Education Center Premier Training Subscribers! Click the links below to learn more and become a subscriber today.

Scaffold Safety Essentials

This course provides a comprehensive overview of common and specialized scaffold hazards. Participants will learn how to identify unsafe conditions and implement the protective measures necessary for a safe worksite. Click here to learn more.

Writing Emails People Want to Read

Email is an essential part of professional communication, and mastering it is essential for success. This course teaches you how to write impactful emails that leave a positive impression and drive results. Click here to learn more.

Understanding Mechanical Insulation On-Demand Course

This intermediate-level course builds a deeper understanding of mechanical insulation systems, products, and best practices—and also serves as excellent training for new employees. The course is part of NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification™ pathway.

Companies can purchase bulk registration codes at a discounted rate, making it easy and cost-effective to assign training to multiple employees throughout 2026. Start your team’s year off strong with career-enhancing education! For questions or to inquire about bulk registration options, email training@insulation.org.

Product Focus: The NIA Insulation Sampler

The NIA Insulation Sampler provides samples of generic mechanical insulation product types and accessories. These small, portable sample boxes are designed for ease of use, with an illustrative product schematic guide that denotes the product type. Each sample has its own compartment space to remain organized and undamaged within the sample box. In developing this kit, NIA aimed to represent many major mechanical insulation types. The kit is an excellent tool for your internal training and resource library, as well as external sales discussions and presentations.

Insulation Standards Meeting in Houston, Texas

The joint NIA/Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Standards Committee (SC) 27, Mechanical Insulation, will take place on Mar. 16 during the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference and Expo in Houston, Texas. SC 27 is under the leadership of Chairman Jeff DeGraaf, NIA Consultant, Vice Chairman Scott Sinclair, Johns Manville, and Secretary Michael Pardo, S&B Engineers and Constructors. In-person registration is required, and virtual attendance options are available.

Call to Action: NIA members can get involved by requesting to join the NIA working group and/or by joining the AMPP SC 27 (you do not need to be an AMPP member to join).

To learn more about the development of standards in areas related to mechanical insulation in the commercial and industrial markets, or have questions about joining SC 27, please contact Jeff DeGraaf at jdegraaf@insulation.org or Kristin V. DiDomenico at kdidomenico@insulation.org.

Safety Update: National Ladder Safety Month

Every March, professionals across construction, engineering, and related industries pause to raise awareness of ladder safety and work to reduce ladder-related injuries and fatalities. This initiative encourages companies and workers to prioritize proper ladder selection, inspection, setup, and safe climbing practices.

As insulation professionals, working safely at heights is often part of the job. Taking time to review ladder safety practices helps protect workers, prevent accidents, and keep jobsites running safely. Learn more about National Ladder Safety Month and find resources to get involved at the link below.

See You in Puerto Rico!

Who are you looking forward to seeing at NIA's 70th Annual Convention, Mar. 24–26? The NIA team can't wait to see YOU!

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▶️ Industry Session Speakers

▶️ Registration Deadline: Mar. 9

Please note: NIA’s discounted room block has sold out.

Quick Links to Access Your NIA Member Benefits

• Start building your skills–visit NIA's Education Center.
• Visit the NIA Member Portal for the NIA News archives, update your contact info, and more.
• Learn more about 2026 training courses.
• Access NIA's Online Store 24-7.
• Submit an Insulation Outlook article to editor@insulation.org. It is your forum to speak to engineers.
• Show your customers how insulation can immediately save energy and lower carbon emissions. Find the evidence on the Carbon Reduction web page.
• Have a project problem you're trying to solve? See if we have an article on it. Search and read the Insulation Outlook archives.

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