Associations

South Bay Plastering Contractors Association (SBPC) - Promotes the plastering industry in California. Membership consists of lath and plaster contractors, manufacturers of plaster products and distributors of plastering materials. Commercial and residential applications and members are showcased.
http://www.plasterconnect.com/

International Institute for FRP in Construction - Aim is to advance the understanding and the application of FRP composites in the civil infrastructure, in the service of the engineering profession and society. Includes membership, publications, and events.
http://www.iifc-hq.org/

National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) - US based trade association. Includes a business directory and pdf documents of featured articles from issues of their magazine.
http://www.tile-assn.com/

American Fence Association - Directory of fencing contractors. Information about continuing education for contractors, certification, industry news, and a guide for consumers.
http://www.americanfenceassociation.com/

ES-SO. European Solar-Shading Organization - Belgium. Non-profit umbrella organization of European associations for the solar shading and roller shutter industry, focused on the development and promotion of energy saving technologies and the improvement of the interior climate in buildings. Links to member associations. Business news and trends.
http://www.es-so.com/

LSAA. Lightweight Structures Association of Australasia - Trade organization for manufacturers and fabricators of light-weight structures. Directory of member companies. Calendar of events. List of publications.
http://www.lsaa.org/

The Tile Association - A UK association dedicated to the advancement of the tile industry. Includes industry news, a business directory, and a FAQ for consumers.
http://www.tiles.org.uk/

Western Building Material Association - Regional trade association of building material dealers in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Includes newsletter, membership details, products and services, and event information.
http://www.wbma.org/

North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) - Network of distributors and manufacturers dedicated to improve the effectiveness of marketing and distribution services to customers. Includes member services, directory, event calendar, and partners.
http://www.nbmda.org/

Cool Roof Rating Council - Provides radiative property data on roof surfaces to improve the energy efficiency of buildings while positively impacting the environment.
http://www.coolroofs.org/

Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) - Featuring masonry headlines, career training, codes and standards, designing with masonry, and legislative topics.
http://www.masoncontractors.org/

Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industries (AWCI) International - Supports members focused on acoustics, ceiling and drywall systems, exterior insulation and finishing, fireproofing, flooring systems, insulation, and stucco contractors, suppliers and manufacturers.
http://www.awci.org/

Truss Plate Institute - An association of truss plate manufacturers providing wood truss design standards, bracing criteria, inspection services, research, and steel verification for the wood truss component industry. Includes listing of member companies.
http://www.tpinst.org/