Member Update

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.

View the 2025 Bargainers Update!

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Latest version contains resources that SMACNA chapters can use during the collective bargaining process.
Premier Partner Interview: Titus

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of Titus’ product offerings designed to heighten building occupant comfort along with some of the practical applications in the field.
Make a Plan to Attend an Upcoming Bargainer’s Zoom Call!

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Register now to stay up-to-date on the latest bargaining developments and connect directly with SMACNA’s labor relations experts!
Help SMACNA Update Our Business Resources

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how you can participate in the updating of The Real Costs of a Sheet Metal Business!
Senior Project Leadership Institute Graduates on Their Way to Success!

Mar 26, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the latest Senior Project Leadership Institute (SPLI) graduates.
Federated Webinar: FMCSA/DOT Driver Qualification Files and Safety Measurement System

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Session offered by SMACNA Premier Partner will cover the requirements for Driver Qualification Files as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration/Department of Transportation (FMCSA/DOT).
MEP Interview: Chris Hronek (Tweet-Garot)

Mar 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Chris talks about his session and offers some great tips for how his peers can overcome nervousness about public speaking and deliver impactful content.
New Clear the Air: Fab Forum Preview (with Travis Voss)

Mar 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Seth and Travis talk about the upcoming event in Boston, featuring McCusker-Gill and why it is becoming a showcase event on the SMACNA calendar.
Toolbox Talk: Building a Respectful Workplace

Mar 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about building a workplace that everyone can contribute to the success of the industry.
SMACNA, SMART and ITI Partner to Launch National Careers in Trades Week Promoting Trade Careers that Power the Economy

Mar 18, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update

The April 7-11 event will increase awareness among job seekers and the American public about the benefits of choosing careers in the skilled trades. The goal is to fill thousands of positions that are essential to the country’s economic growth.
SMACNA Recognized in CPWR’s 2024 Highlights for Safety Leadership

Mar 18, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update

SMACNA is featured in CPWR’s 2024 Highlights for supporting fall prevention and contractor safety. Through education and collaboration, SMACNA advances industry safety.
MEP Interview: Dave Pikey (The Hill Group)

Mar 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about what SMACNA’s Technology Committee is doing to benefit members.
SMACNA Safety Sponsorship: Applications Now Open for 2025!

Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Invest in your professional development: SMACNA's Safety Sponsorship will send one member to the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo (Denver, CO, Sept. 15-17), covering up to $5,000.
Reminder: Real ID Deadline Approaching Soon!

Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Beginning May 7, 2025, the federal government will require you to present a REAL ID compliant driver's license or ID card, or another federally approved form of ID, to board a domestic flight.
PMI Graduates on Their Way to Success!

Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Individuals have demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence in project management and leadership, equipping themselves with the skills necessary to drive success in their organizations.
AI Reality Check for March: Humanoid Robots

Mar 18, 2025 |5 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the realities and myths surrounding recent advances in robotics and how they will impact our industry.
Webinar: Using ChatGPT with Excel

Mar 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

This session is designed to explore how ChatGPT and other AI tools can help you get the most out of Excel.
SMACNA Members: Get Your Free Copy of the Newly Released SMACNA Standards

Mar 12, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA Member Company & Chapter Offices: Order one free copy of the SMACNA® Seismic Restraint Manual: Guidelines for Mechanical Systems and SMACNA® Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards.
Just Released: SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Videos

Mar 12, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

These instructional videos focus on key aspects of HVAC duct fabrication and installation, helping SMACNA contractors confidently handle complex components with precision and safety.
SMACPAC Pacesetter Ambassador Rob Schimmelphennig Covers Capitol Hill in Day-long Meetings

Mar 12, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

CEO of the HAVE, Inc. firm in suburban Cleveland, was in Washington, DC to advance SMACNA’s positions on workforce reforms, infrastructure, CHIPS Act.

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