News Archive

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Milwaukee Tool

Jan 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Justin Bankston from SMACNA Premier Partner Milwaukee Tool walked us through some of their product offerings, including new lines focused on enhancing worker safety.

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Johns Manville

Jan 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

TJ Stock from SMACNA Premier Partner Johns Manville detailed some of their new duct liner solutions and why their products are vital to emerging jobsites such as data centers.

Meet the SMACNA Innovator of the Year Nominees!

Jan 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Award honors forward-thinking leaders from SMACNA member companies and the winner will be announced and recognized at the upcoming MEP Innovation Conference!

Read the New FAQs on "Qualified Overtime"

Jan 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

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

2026 SMACNA Washington DC Leadership Conference Early Bird Opens February 12

Jan 7, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Join fellow SMACNA leaders in Washington, DC for this event focusing on key regulatory and legislative issues facing our industry.

January 14 Last Day for Discounted Partners in Progress Hotel Rooms

Jan 6, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

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.

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.

The Rise of Vertical AI

Dec 17, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

The latest AI Reality Check looks at how firms are building AI that solves specific problems.

Toolbox Talk: Opportunities in the Unionized Sheet Metal Trade

Dec 17, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how being a part of the unionized sheet metal trade opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities.