Alaska Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers - Local 97

Alaska Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers - Local 97 is a joint apprenticeship training program located in Anchorage, Alaska. Affiliated with the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers, the program trains apprentices in the installation of thermal, acoustical, and mechanical insulation systems used in commercial and industrial construction.

The apprenticeship program combines on-the-job training with related technical instruction, covering topics such as insulation materials, pipe covering, duct insulation, and safety practices. Training is structured to meet the standards of the international union and prepares graduates for journeyworker status in the insulation trade.

Anchorage serves as Alaska's primary urban and industrial center, with significant construction and energy sector activity that drives demand for skilled insulation workers. Local 97 provides a structured path into a specialized trade for workers in the Anchorage region and across southern Alaska.