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The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) released the updated 2025 prevailing wage rates for construction trades across all 102 counties.

Aug 26, 2025

Potential cuts threaten retrofit jobs and climate progress.

Aug 26, 2025

Dan Hampton, Roeland Hoeke, Mike Steidel, and Sal Tortorici have been nominated to serve a 4-year term on SMACNA's Board of Directors. The election will take place at the Annual Business Meeting during the upcoming SMACNA Annual Convention.

Aug 26, 2025

Join your fellow professionals in Austin, TX for the top technology conference in the entire industry and learn more about the trends and best practices that will shape the future!

Aug 26, 2025

ACHR News webinar featured HVAC policy thought leaders to help industry stakeholders better understand the impacts of this sweeping new law on the both the contracting industry and the key energy efficiency HVAC provisions.

Aug 26, 2025

Newest addition to meetings team brings three years of experience in registration, housing and sponsorship development to the fold.

Aug 26, 2025

Learn more about some of the potential challenges regarding large-scale projects, including understanding project scope, cash flow impact, and legal and regulatory volatility.

Aug 26, 2025

Join us for part four of a series diving in to the core issues of ERP selection and implementation.

Aug 26, 2025

When did you last check your employees’ PPE? Are they wearing it correctly and for the right tasks, or not using it at all? Proper use helps keep workers safe and healthy—and protects your business from costly, preventable workers’ compensation claims.

Aug 26, 2025

Season 2 of The Power of Construction is here—featuring bold conversations with the pioneers shaping construction’s future. Tune in now!

Aug 26, 2025

Mestek Machinery and Stratus have partnered to digitally connect the Lockformer Spiral Tubeformer with real-time data, boosting efficiency, reducing labor, and streamlining HVAC fabrication.

Aug 26, 2025

See what sets Johns Manville’s Linacoustic® RC duct liner apart. Engineered with unique flame-attenuated technology, it delivers consistent quality and smooth processing on duct fabrication equipment. Watch the demo to see the difference.

Aug 26, 2025

We are pleased to announce the release of the new CDP Cable-Operated Dampers for use on Titus products. 

Aug 26, 2025

Milwaukee® continues to transform jobsite organization and productivity with the PACKOUT™ Rack Kit. 

Aug 26, 2025

Contractors and fabricators can feel more confident using Knauf Performance+® fiberglass duct liner insulation because it’s reliable and meets rigorous criteria to support indoor air quality.

Aug 26, 2025

Price Security Grilles install fast, pass inspection the first time, and meet NYS-OMH standards for behavioral health—trusted by contractors on construction jobs across North America.

Aug 26, 2025

Duro Dyne volume dampers provide precise airflow control for HVAC systems, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency. Built with durable materials and available in various configurations, they are ideal for both commercial and residential applications.

Aug 26, 2025

Daikin Applied rooftop systems incorporate advanced technologies for smarter, more efficient HVAC.

Aug 26, 2025

Labor is a major cost for specialty contractors, but disconnected systems and manual processes often hide inefficiencies. This webinar explores pitfalls in tracking labor costs and how improving workflow can lead to more predictable profits.

Aug 26, 2025

Trane Domestic Hot Water Heat Pumps offer contractors an efficient and sustainable solution for water heating, capturing wasted heat to reduce energy costs and CO₂ emissions.

Aug 26, 2025