Who We Are

The Illinois Pipe Trades Association (IPTA) is a collaboration of 21 local unions and 1,500+ union contractors throughout Illinois and parts of Iowa and Indiana. As part of the United Association (UA), IPTA members are the highest-trained professionals specializing in plumbing, pipefitting, sprinkler fitting, welding, heating/ventilation air conditioning & refrigeration (HVACR), gas distribution, service work and other related services. The IPTA drives job creation, supports continued training and development at our local unions and advocates for sensible legislation that benefits our members and communities.

The Illinois Pipe Trades Association Advancement Promotion, IPTAPP, is a market-share recovery program for the Illinois Pipe Trades.

By developing a three-tier market share recovery program through organizing, marketing and legislative channels, IPTAPP works to:

• Increase job opportunities for current, and new, members and contractors.
• Raise the standard for safety and training in the piping industry - ensuring a superior work product for end-users and the general public.
• Provide the opportunity for workers to gain a voice in their workplace and earn higher wages and benefits and provide a highly-trained, skilled, safe, drug-free workforce for contractors and end-users.