Member Update

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  Applications Now Being Accepted for the College of Fellows Scholarships

  Oct 14, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Program open to qualified students seeking to further their undergraduate education at an accredited four-year college or university. The scholarships are open to full-time students entering their first year and current full-time undergraduate students.

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  2027 MEP Innovation Conference: Monday Sessions to Watch For

  Oct 14, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

  Start diving into our three select sessions to watch, and view the full conference program today.

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  December 2026 Council Meeting Agenda & Important Deadlines

  Oct 14, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the event that gives attendees the opportunity to stay informed about SMACNA initiatives and engage with SMACNA leadership.

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  SMACNA Joins Tradeswomen Build Nations to Support Women in the Trades

  Oct 14, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA spent the October 9-11th conference in Houston, TX, focused on celebrating women in the trades, convening women's committees, and showcasing support by SMACNA leadership.

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  Special Pricing Available for Customer Excellence Training

  Oct 14, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  2 ½-Day Training will help service professionals strengthen the skills that help build strong customer relationships.

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  SMACPAC Ambassadors Making A Difference Before the Midterms

  Oct 14, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how SMACNA is building strong relationships on both sides of the aisle and working hard to advocate for our industry.

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  FREE for SMACNA Members: HVAC Systems Duct Design, 5th Edition (Spanish PDF)

  Oct 14, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Manual presents the methods and procedures for designers to properly design an HVAC air distribution system, and provides the HVAC system designer detailed information on duct design, duct fitting selection, examples, calculations and tables.

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  SMACNA Project Spotlight: Summerslam Projects (Cleats Manufacturing)

  Oct 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  We take a look at what is known in the Chicago area as the "Summerslam" - the period of time when schools can perform vital upgrades to their infrastructure before the beginning of the new school year.

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  Deadline to Submit Your Fab Forum Session Proposal Approaching Fast

  Oct 7, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Friday is the last day for you to propose an educational session for the upcoming event happening in April at Southland Industries!

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  Members Step Up to Move Up

  Oct 7, 2026 |4 min read — Member Update

  The October 1 results are in; see where you, your company, and your chapter stand just weeks away from the October 28 competition deadline.

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  College of Fellows Accepting Fellowship Scholarship Applications

  Oct 7, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Scholarship applications for the 2027-2028 academic year are now open to qualified students seeking to further their undergraduate education at an accredited four-year college or university.

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  Meet New SMACNA Associate Member Dispatchly

  Oct 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Company’s AI Receptionist helps contractors handle front-office functions and allows them to focus on their core business areas!

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  Read the Latest BE4ALL Toolbox Talk

  Oct 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about neurodiverse team members and how they can make some of the most incredible contributions to any company!

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  Negotiation Course is a Must Attend at SMACNA's 2027 Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Oct 7, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Session will feature an extended and enhanced session focused entirely on negotiation and conflict resolution strategies

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  Important Deadlines for the December 2026 Council Meeting

  Oct 7, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Hotel reservation window closes on November 4 while event registration closes November 29!

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  Shape the Policies That Shape Our Industry: Vote

  Oct 7, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

  As Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, approaches, SMACNA encourages you to make sure you are registered, know your polling place, and have a plan to vote.

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  SMACNA Contractor Spotlight: Cleats Manufacturing

  Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about this Chicago-based contractor’s history and how they are heading towards a bright tomorrow thanks to a recent expansion.

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  Help SMACNA Remember Those Who We Have Lost

  Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Help us honor those colleagues, friends, and loved ones who have passed away since our last Annual Convention.

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  College of Fellows Accepting Nominations for Fellowship

  Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s College of Fellows members are the top industry professionals who have made significant contributions and advancements to the sheet metal industry.

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  Deadline to Submit Agenda Items for the December Council Meeting is Friday

  Sep 30, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

  October 2nd is the final day to submit agenda items for the December Council Meeting.

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