SBCA Professional Membership Reimagination
SBCA and its members have always been great at communicating amongst themselves and adjacent supply chain partners. Over the course of decades, SBCA has led the effort to position the products it represents well within the code environment and relied upon TPI-1 as a tool for general product acceptance throughout the construction industry. However, SBCA and its members have struggled to communicate the full value of components to those who specify construction products and those who enforce local, state, and national codes.
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Vision for SBCA Professional Membership
If SBCA wishes to demonstrate its expertise for components across the construction industry, it must look to expand its voice to those outside of its immediate sphere and provide those individuals and entities who engage components from specification to inspection the knowledge, tools, and resources for successful outcomes for all. An enhanced and reimagined Professional Membership is one of the methods available to SBCA to immediately make an impact with these audiences.
Professional Membership Categories & Pricing
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Membership Type |
Annual Fee |
Target Audience |
Benefits |
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Individual Professional Membership |
$50 |
Engineers, architects, construction professionals |
Access to educational content, Knowledge Center, SBCA magazine subscription (digital), participation in roundtables |
|
Professional Company |
$500 |
Engineering firms, design companies, consultants |
All General benefits + company listing, firm recognition, member discounts |
|
Code Official Membership |
$20 (Admin Fee) |
Building code officials, plan reviewers, inspectors |
Access to code-specific resources, structural detail guides, newsletters, participation in dedicated roundtables |
|
Residential Draftsperson Membership |
$20 (Admin Fee) |
Residential draftsperson, design professionals |
Access to design detail library, newsletters, participation in architect-focused education & roundtables |
|
Student Membership |
Free |
Full-time students in engineering, architecture, or construction fields |
Access to all educational resources, free magazine subscription, networking & mentoring opportunities |
Membership Benefits — Included Across All Levels:
Education & Resources
- Truss & Wall Panel Design Education
- Access to Member Only Continuing Education Unit Courses
- Robust Construction Detail Library Access
- Structural Details Education (Best practices, real-world variations, code compliance)
- Knowledge Center (separate access for paid vs. non-paid members)
- Educational Webinars & Virtual Events
- Technical White Papers & Guides
Community & Engagement
- Virtual Roundtables for Problem Solving (Engineers, Architects, plan designers, code officials, working with wood trusses & panels)
- Networking Opportunities with Component Manufacturers & Design Peers
- Access to Industry Experts
Publications & Recognition
- SBCA Magazine Subscription (Digital and/or Print)
- Member Pricing on SBCA Publications and Events
- Access to Member Directory
- Company/Firm Recognition (Professional Membership)
Additional Considerations / Future Opportunities:
- Access to SBCA’s Knowledge Center
- Development of a library of design templates / code compliance resources
- Mentoring program for students & early career professionals
- Regional in-person networking events or workshops
- Case study library showcasing innovative projects using componentized systems
- Potential certification or badge programs for advanced learning
- Scholarship program for Student Members