Our Partners
The United Association has strong relationships with industry groups and contractor associations. These partnerships are built on shared goals and a commitment to a job well done.
North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU)
NABTU is a federation of the 14 building trades working across North America. It was founded in 1907 and represents the interests of millions of skilled tradesmen and tradeswomen.
The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA)
The MCAA serves the unique needs of more than 2,600 firms involved in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, and mechanical service. The MCAA and the UA work together to expand market share, provide education and training, promote new generations of leaders, and more.
The Mechanical Service Contractors Association of America (MSCA)
MSCA is the leading organization for HVACR contractors. It provides education, marketing and labor/management services to ensure its contractor members deliver quality performance, value, and expertise for all building system needs.
Plumbing Contractors Association
The Plumbing Contractors Association (PCA) represents the interests of union plumbing contractors on a national level. In addition to lobbying, PCA works with other industry groups and associations. Members of the PCA sit on the Board of Directors for The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), and work directly with ASSE, ASPE, and the World Plumbing Council.
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
The United Association and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) work together to promote the interests of unionized HVACR and plumbing contractors. These contractors work in the residential, commercial, new construction, industrial, and service and repair segments of the construction industry.
Pipe Line Contractors Association
The Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCA), established in 1948, negotiates labor agreements, encourages safe practices in pipeline construction, and seeks to resolve problems common to the industry.
The Association negotiates and administers the National Pipe Line Agreements (NPLAs) on behalf of its contractors and the International Unions representing the four crafts involved in pipeline construction. These include the Laborers International Union of North America, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters, and the International Union of Operating Engineers.
National Fire Sprinkler Association
For over a century, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) has advocated for the widespread acceptance of fire sprinkler systems throughout the United States. This effort is in keeping with the NFSA’s mission: To protect lives and property from fire through the widespread acceptance of the fire sprinkler concept.