News Archive

Scheduled Contribution Rate Increase Begins This Month

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

SMACNA’s Board of Directors adopted a scheduled contribution rate increase in 2023 that introduces a one cent ($0.01) per hour increase every three years, beginning January 1, 2026.

Last Chance to Register for Chapter Executives Institute 2026!

Jan 6, 2026 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

The program features educational sessions, local chapter reports, an overview of the upcoming convention, and valuable opportunities for information exchange among chapter executives and national SMACNA staff.

CEI 2026: Submit Your Questions for SMART General President Coleman

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Take a moment to anonymously submit questions to be asked of SMART’s General President during the Chapter Executives Institute!

Read the New FAQs on "Qualified Overtime"

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Document provides businesses guidance on how to navigate the new income tax rules originating from “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act.”

Coming Soon: Strategic Planning Facilitator Training

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

The March 25 program will lay out 9-step strategic planning process and explore real-world tools, examples, and facilitation strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of SMACNA Chapters and Boards of Directors.

January 14th Last Day for Discounted Partners in Progress Hotel Rooms

Jan 6, 2026 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

This year’s conference features industry experts, leaders, peers, and union counterparts for timely, practical educational sessions designed to help you strategically grow your business in today’s uncertain economic climate.

Propose a Topic for the 2026 Accelerate Your Impact Webinar Series

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Program arms new and existing Chapter Executives with industry, business, labor and legal knowledge to successfully serve their contractors, promote the industry and represent their contractors with labor and lawmakers.

Share Your Chapter’s Success Story

Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Send us an example of how your chapter has made a difference to its members and our entire industry!

SMACNA Convention Interview: Heavy Metal Summer Experience

Dec 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Angie Simon reflects on the impact the program has had on building a highly skilled workforce, and what the future has for the program!

2025 SMACNA Convention Interview: Gary Myers & Pansy Romo

Dec 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Panel discusses best practices for running an executive board, the importance of building consensus within a leadership structure.

Watch and Listen to the Veterans Learning Journey!

Dec 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Event explored the experiences of veterans in the industry, and looks at efforts to bridge the gap between military service and rewarding union careers.

Listen to New Clear the Air Focusing on Fire/Life Safety

Dec 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Jennifer Lohr and Gina Medel detail the importance of this space across several of our critical business lines, as well as the role of inspections and enforcement.

SMACPAC Ambassadors December Update

Dec 30, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

As 2025 comes to an end, SMACNA’s political engagement revs into high gear as members work to drive our policy priorities.

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Mestek Machinery

Dec 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Mike Bailey, Senior Vice President Sales with SMACNA Premier Partner Mestek Machinery, discusses the firm's focus on innovation, particularly its partnership with Stratus.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Robert Atwell (Ernest D. Menold, Inc.)

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Director of Operations at Ernest D. Menold, Inc., discusses how to integrate software solutions into the shop floor and what SMACNA members need to be mindful of when selecting a suite that suits their needs.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Garrett Montrone (Western Sheet Metal)

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Project Manager with Western Sheet Metal talks about embracing new technology and emerging best practices within a sheet metal shop and how to successfully leverage data in the shop.

Stan Kolbe Named One of 2025’s Top Association Lobbyists

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

For the fourth consecutive year, SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs recognized by The Hill newspaper.

Enroll Your Foreperson in iTi’s Fully Funded Train-the-Trainer Course

Dec 17, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

This specialized three-day program is meant to help experienced sheet metal works hone their leadership skills and help mold the future generation.

Read the December Council Meeting Report

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Meeting contained reports from SMACNA officers and staff as well as briefings from several subject matter experts.

College of Fellows Actively Accepting Scholarship Applications

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Eligible students from the SMACNA extended family encourage to apply for the 26-27 academic year.