Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all SMACNA members with a combination of SMACNA National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.
SMACNA, SMART and iTi hold second successful BE4ALL Town Hall
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Seattle event brought together contractors and union members to hear from SMART President Todd Hill, SMART General President Michael Coleman and iTI Executive Director Michael Harris on how to strengthen the industry.
Tom Martin Interviewed by Rochester NBC Affiliate
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s Immediate Past President talks to NBC 10 news about the value of a career in the skilled trades.
Share Your Experience: Participate in SMACNA's Back Charges Survey
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Study examines how back charges arise, how contractors respond, and which practices lead to successful outcomes
Keynote and President’s Lunch Table Reservation Deadline EXTENDED!
Jun 3, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update
Reservations help SMAC-AF fund the behind the scenes work that ensures SMACNA’s voice is heard where it matters most.
Nominations Still Being Accepted for the SMACNA Contractor of the Year
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
June 24th is the deadline to highlight the work of a fellow SMACNA contractor whose dedication, innovation, and leadership have made a meaningful impact on our industry.
Registration for Canadian Mental Health Summits Now Open
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Join fellow contractors, industry leaders, and professionals in British Columbia and Toronto for meaningful conversations and actionable insights that can help create safer, more supportive work environments.
Consider College of Fellows Sponsorship Opportunities
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
By supporting the golf tournament, clay shooting or pickleball at the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention, you can help make the sponsorship program successful!
Defend Your Margins: Stopping the Blame Game with ProjectSight 360 Capture
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
The session will enable you to stop rework with visual documentation, streamline field operations and mobilization, and accelerate approvals and final payment.
AI Essentials for Chapters: Practical Applications and Risk Considerations
Jun 3, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Webinar provides a practical overview of how SMACNA chapter executives can use AI to analyze contracts, compare labor agreements, and improve internal decision-making while protecting sensitive information.
SMACNA Contractor Spotlight: Madon Sheet Metal and Sheet Metal Werks
May 27, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the mentorship that Sheet Metal Werks has brought to the table as Madon works to pave its way forward in the industry.
SMACNA Wins a Bronze Shorty Award
May 27, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Clear the Air Episode Featuring Rainier Metal Works Recognized as one of the top Technology and Education Podcasts
May 27, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Travis Voss, Tom Martin (T.H. Martin), and Mo Latifpoor (Black and McDonald) talk about the Contractors Guide to Preconstruction Strategy.
SMACNA British Columbia Holds General Meeting and Convention
May 27, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
President-Elect Scott Vidimos addresses attendees at the 57th annual gathering of British Columbia membership.
AI Harnesses: The Key to Useful AI
May 27, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update
May AI Reality Check takes a look at how AI can be leveraged as a useful tool rather than just a novelty.
2026 Washington DC Leadership Conference Recap
May 20, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Watch as SMACNA members interact with their Members of Congress as they work to advance our industry on The Hill!
Apply to Join the SMACNA Board of Directors
May 20, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
There are 5 total openings, with four positions in the U.S. and one position in Western Canada (British Columbia).
Nominations Now Being Accepted for SMACNA Contractor of the Year
May 20, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Help highlight the work of a fellow SMACNA contractor whose dedication, innovation, and leadership have made a meaningful impact on our industry.
Nominate Emerging Leaders for Upcoming Leadership Training
May 20, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update
SMACNA and SMART are asking each Local and Chapter to work jointly to identify and nominate individuals who demonstrate ambition, initiative, and early leadership skills for this tremendous opportunity.
Join us for the Sheet Metal Industry Institutes Conference
May 20, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
This event, which combines the iTI, NEMI and SMOHIT conferences, focuses on the industry as a whole, allowing you to experience more, learn more, network more — all in the convenience of one session.
Learning Journey Webinar: Building Partnerships: Indigenous Pathways into the Trades
May 20, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update
Session brings together speakers who represent both the Indigenous peoples and the trade leaders who recruit within those communities.
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