Member Update

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  Don’t Forget to Register for the 2026 Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  During this course, accomplished legal professionals will discuss the legal framework for bargaining and how you can still preserve the multi-employer unit when an agreement is not achieved.

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  College of Fellows Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

  Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Program now open to eligible students from the SMACNA extended family for the 26-27 academic year.

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  College of Fellows Accepting Nominations for Fellowship

  Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | 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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  This Friday is the Hotel Cut-Off Date for the Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

  Nov 7, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Please make sure to reserve your room in Nashville by November 14th!

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  National Careers in Trades Week Wins a W3 Award

  Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  SMACNA, SMART and the ITI’s effort to encourage young people to join our industry wins a gold award in the Social Campaigns-Educational & Instructional category.

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  Learning Journey: From Service to Skilled Trades

  Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Learn more about how SMACNA, SMART and the ITI are helping bridging the gap between military service and a career in our industry!

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  Webinar: The Labor Mirage

  Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Learn more about why labor planning keeps breaking down -- and how smarter, trade-focused planning can protect your timeline, your team, and your bottom line.

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  New Let’s Talk Shop Episode

  Oct 21, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Jake Olsen, CEO of Stratus, joins Angie Simon to talk about how the SMACNA associate member works to assist contractors and how the space must collaborate to find the next generation of workers.

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  Meet the 2025 SMACNA Safety Award Winners!

  Oct 21, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Program is meant to celebrate the exceptional work by contractors in promoting a safe, secure and conducive environment for their workers.

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  Be Prepared for Your Next Bargaining Session: Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Oct 21, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  By attending this essential program, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of collective bargaining effectively.

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  Caroline McGraw Named to City & State’s 40 Under 40 list of Rising Stars

  Oct 21, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  The annual list puts a spotlight on 40 exemplary individuals from the state of New York, all under the age of 40, who have already achieved transformative changes.

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  MEP Look Back: Seize the Data

  Oct 21, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update

  As you prepare to attend the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference, learn more about practical tools to collect, clean and leverage the data generated by your shop.

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  Army Advances Nuclear Microreactor Program for Military Installations

  Oct 15, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update

  The program presents both opportunities and challenges as the construction and integration of microreactors will require skilled contractors in mechanical systems, sheet metal, ductwork, HVAC, and industrial fabrication.

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  FERC Rule Change Brings New Opportunities for Construction

  Oct 15, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  The rule initially required FERC to hold off on granting construction authorization for natural gas facilities while rehearing requests were still pending.

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  SMACNA Recognized At 2025 OMMA Awards

  Oct 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  National Careers In Trades Week recognized as a finalist in the Social Campaign Across Platforms Category

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  Register Now for the 2026 Fab Forum!

  Oct 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Enhance your shop fabrication expertise with educational sessions led by industry experts and networking events on April 12-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago.

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  Have Questions About AI? SMACNA AI Office Hours Now Available!

  Oct 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Book an appointment with Hugh Seaton, SMACNA’s AI Consultant, to answer your questions about this emerging tool.

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  Make Sure to Register for the December 2025 Council Meeting

  Oct 15, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

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

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  Safety and Health Conference Early Bird Ends December 1

  Oct 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Be sure to guarantee your spot at the construction industry’s premier Safety & Health Event!

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  Reality Check: AI Doesn’t Learn by Doing

  Oct 15, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  A common misconception I run across a lot is that AI learns while you use it. The idea being that as you use a given AI, it will learn from each session and get better.

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