Central States Insulation Association (CSIA/MICA)

The Central States Insulation Association (CSIA/MICA) is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to working with its member firms and their labor counterparts, the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers, to ensure that their customers get the best engineered, installed and maintained mechanical insulation systems. Established over 40 years ago, CSIA serves as an educational and networking resource for mechanical insulation contractors and professionals in the Midwest region. The association's core focus is providing its members with valuable training, advocacy, and labor-management collaboration opportunities. CSIA members offer a range of mechanical insulation services, including industrial, commercial, and institutional projects. The association's contractor members specialize in areas like HVAC, plumbing, pipefitting, and more, serving clients across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, education, and energy. CSIA also counts distributor, engineer, and associate members among its ranks. As a signatory association with the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers, CSIA is committed to employing skilled, certified union labor for its members' projects. The association works closely with its labor partners to uphold high standards of quality, safety, and productivity. CSIA hosts regular conferences, workshops, and networking events to facilitate knowledge-sharing and collaboration among its diverse membership. The association also publishes a bi-monthly newsletter to keep members informed on the latest industry news and association updates. Based in Dayton, Ohio, CSIA serves a regional footprint across the Midwest states. With a team of experienced staff and a deep bench of member expertise, the association has the resources to support mechanical insulation projects of all scopes and sizes throughout its service area. For mechanical insulation professionals in the Midwest, CSIA offers unparalleled opportunities for education, networking, and labor-management cooperation. Contractors, distributors, and engineers are encouraged to learn more about joining this leading trade association.