Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association
The Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association (SMA) is an active network of Stairbuilders, Stair Part Manufacturers, Distributors, Dealers, Design Professionals, ancillary material and equipment suppliers supporting the Stair Industry to provide safe, beautiful stairways. Our mission is to build the greatest resource of knowledge and tools contributing to the success of our Members and the Stair Industry.
Learn about Stairs and Rails from the SMA experts!
The Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association (SMA) is an invaluable resource for stair builders across the nation. Membership in the SMA guarantees stair industry professionals access to resources that include continuing education opportunities, the latest stairway research, and the most recent developments in building codes and techniques.
The SMA publishes Visual Interpretations of the IRC Stair Building Codes. Complex technical code language is simply explained through drawings and pictures. Laymen and professionals alike praise this document that provides understanding for all that use the the International Residential Code. The first 100 visitors to stop by our booth will recieve a FREE copy or shop the SMA Store to purchase your VI today!
Are you already installing treads and risers for your customers? Add code compliant stairs and railings to your business offerings after learnign from the SMA experts at our Stair Balustrade instructional class. This 3-day, hands-on course teaches you core design and installation techinques for stairways. Find more information online!