Member Update

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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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  Senate Confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Serve as Secretary of Labor

  Mar 11, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  As a Member of Congress, Rep. Chavez-DeRemer distinguished herself by serving her congressional district in a bipartisan, fair, and balanced manner, earning widespread support for her work creating initiatives, ideas, and legislation.

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  SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Federated Insurance

  Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Patrick Cunningham discusses some of the firm’s product offerings and details the value of their long-time SMACNA partnership.

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  MEP Interview: Jen Clark

  Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  MEP Presenter outlines how attending the conference helped her better understand some of the emerging techniques evolving data management.

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  MEP Interview: Zach Piercy

  Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Zach discussed how the preparation for his session helped him sharpen his own professional toolbox.

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  New Clear the Air Episode: Residential Contracting

  Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  This special edition of SMACNA’s newest podcast brings together some of our leading residential contractors to discuss the pressing issues in the space.

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  We Need You for The Operations Hub!

  Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA is looking for subject matter experts to drive critical conversations on topics such as IPD, Megaprojects, Contract Negotiations and more!

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  Attend SMOHIT’S Resilience and Mindfulness Webinars

  Mar 11, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update

  Upcoming March sessions will address critical topics such as trauma and mindfulness.

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  SMACNA Associate Member Interview: RIVET

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  CEO Ryan Meitl details how RIVET continues to grow, and how they are tailoring their products to meet the project management needs of their customers.

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  SMACNA Contractor Spotlight: Modern Niagara

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the Canadian-based contractor that is becoming a standard setter when it comes to safety innovation and incorporating revolutionary technologies throughout their workflow.

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  SMACNA Urges Expedited Confirmation of Labor Nominee

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA sends endorsement of former Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-5) to serve as the 30th Secretary of Labor to the United States Senate urging quick confirmation.

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  MEP Interview: Liz Fong

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Liz Fong, Operations Integration Manager with McDonald-Miller and the SMACNA Innovator of the Year, joins us at the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference. 

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  Clear the Air Interview: Edson Alves Junior  (Star Center/SMACNA Brasil)

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Seth and Edson discuss why being a part of SMACNA is so critical for Brazilian contractors.

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  New Let’s Talk Shop: Kevin Gill Jr./Kevin Gill, Sr.

  Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Angie Simon talks to the leaders of Boston-based McCusker Gill to learn more about the history of the family-owned company and how they are thriving in the market.

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