Member Update

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  SMACNA Marketing & Communications Department Recognized at Ragan PR Awards

  Oct 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  New York Awards Ceremony sees SMACNA gain honorable mentions for its website redesign, Project Spotlight and SMACNews.

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  September Federal Updates

  Oct 8, 2025 |16 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about some of the critical policy matters coming out of the federal government, including the U.S-Japan Agreement, tariffs before the Supreme Court, the upcoming DOL Regulatory Agenda and more!

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  Unlocking Future Talent: A Guide to Building a Strong Internship Program

  Oct 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Looking to attract talent, reduce hiring costs, and prepare future leaders from within? Building a Strong Internship Program: Best Practices for Contractors is a guide for developing internships that create value and support long-term goals.

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  CPWR Releases Updated Construction Chart Book

  Oct 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Publication provides the most complete data set on all aspects of the U.S. construction economy.

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  Department of Transportation Releases New Employer Handbook

  Oct 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  What Employers Need to Know About DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing guidelines details critical best practices when it comes to running a drug and alcohol program.

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  Project Spotlight: Medal of Honor Center

  Sep 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how SMACNA Member Contractor Southland helped build this iconic memorial that honors the men and women who served in the Armed Forces.

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  Registration Now Open: December 2025 Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

  Sep 30, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  This bi-annual meeting is an opportunity for you to learn more about SMACNA initiatives and have your voice heard by SMACNA leadership!

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  Start Your MEP Journey with a Pulse on Innovation: Join the Monday General Session

  Sep 30, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Attendees will be greeted by an immersive kickoff experience, titled the Pulse of Innovation, which will set the tone for the entire event.

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  Last Call for Session Proposals at the 2026 Fab Forum!

  Sep 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA is seeking ideas that highlight the many aspects of sheet metal production and fabrication for the April 2026 event happening in Chicago!

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  Welcome Aboard, Gulf Grilles Company (GGC), SMACNA’s Newest Associate Member

  Sep 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  GGC is a leading Saudi-based manufacturer of specialized HVAC accessories.

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  SMOHIT Welcomes New Trustees, Says Goodbye to Two Longstanding Board Members

  Sep 30, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMOHIT has welcomed Wayne Greenwood and Jon Alvino as new trustees, replacing Kevin Jones and Chris Hall.

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  Learn More about OSHA Letters of Interpretation

  Sep 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Provided by subject matter experts, summaries provide explanations on how to comply with OSHA regulations in specific workplace situations.

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  Awareness of Suicide in Construction

  Sep 24, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how to know the signs of a teammate going through a challenging period.

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  Webinar - Building Residential Success: Best Practices in HVAC Service & Replacement

  Sep 24, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Residential HVAC is one of the fastest-growing opportunities in our industry. This webinar will share proven best practices—directly from labor and management partners who’ve made it work.

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  Registration Now Open: 2026 Safety & Health Conference in Austin, TX

  Sep 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Register now for the biggest safety event of the year!

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  SMACNA Project Spotlight - Hill Analytics

  Sep 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about The Hill Group's task management and data analysis framework, and how an evolving environment led to the creation of this custom solution.

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  Registration Now Open: December 2025 Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

  Sep 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  December 7-9 meeting is your chance to learn more about SMACNA initiatives and engage with association leadership!

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  MEP Innovation Conference: “You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know.”

  Sep 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the practical education that this critical conference will bring to the table from one of SMACNA’s leading innovators.

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  New Class of Project Management Institute Graduates Ready to Lead!

  Sep 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  We’re thrilled to honor the newest group of Project Management Institute (PMI) program graduates and their impressive achievements.

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  Trimble, Milwaukee Tool and Procore Named Title Sponsors for 2026 MEP Innovation Conference

  Sep 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  The MEP Innovation Conference is the premier event for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing professionals driving the future of construction technology and collaboration.

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