MBI Still Going Strong After 30 Years

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Modular Building Institute’s (MBI) 2013 World of Modular took place March 16-19 in Scottsdale. This year marked the 30th anniversary for the event.

Modular building has become a popular trend in the school construction market, and over the years MBI has provided professionals in the modular building industry a place to network, exchange ideas, learn from experts, discuss issues, display new products and get well-deserved recognition. The conference features high-profile speakers and educational sessions, on top of a busy exhibit hall, which showcases the latest trends, products and companies in the modular building industry.

This year, Ron Culberson, author of, “Do it Well. Make it Fun. The Key to Success in Life, Death and Almost Everything in Between,” led the conference as the keynote speaker. Along with Culberson, 17 other speakers took the stage to discuss a variety of topics that directly or indirectly affect the modular building industry.

The high number of speakers gave people at the conference a chance to openly exchange thoughts and ideas and also take information away from the many presentations. Attendees and exhibitors were also invited to attend the event’s factory tours. This year the factory tours included DIRTT and Accelerated Construction Technologies. Those attending the tour were able to see firsthand the work that goes into creating modular solutions.

With over 60 exhibitors, the tradeshow floor showcased many new and improved products that have been implemented in school design, including Complete Access, which installs stair chairs, wheelchair platform lifts and other accessible features in order for buildings to be ADA compliant. Shaw Industries Group was also present at the event and showcasing the latest in flooring technologies.

The event was a great opportunity to network with industry leaders in an organized, and yet relaxed atmosphere.

MBI hosts many other events throughout the year. You can find out more by visiting their online lists of events.