News Archive

SMACNA Contractor Spotlight: Cleats Manufacturing

Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about this Chicago-based contractor’s history and how they are heading towards a bright tomorrow thanks to a recent expansion.

Help SMACNA Remember Those Who We Have Lost

Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Help us honor those colleagues, friends, and loved ones who have passed away since our last Annual Convention.

College of Fellows Accepting Nominations for Fellowship

Sep 30, 2026 |1 min read — 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.

Deadline to Submit Agenda Items for the December Council Meeting is Friday

Sep 30, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

October 2nd is the final day to submit agenda items for the December Council Meeting.

Submit Your 2027 Fab Forum Session Proposals

Sep 30, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA is looking for industry experts to share practical knowledge, innovative ideas, and proven strategies that can help contractors improve their fabrication operations and grow their businesses.

Top Ten Leaderboard Shake-Up: Who’s Making a Move?

Sep 30, 2026 |5 min read — Member Update

Make your contribution by October 1st for Convention signage recognition!

The Estimator’s Toolkit Helped Participants Build Skills for Predictable Project Success

Sep 30, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

The Estimator’s Toolkit: Best Practices for Predictable Success brought industry professionals together September 1-2, for a two-day program focused on strengthening bid strategy, labor analysis, change order practices, and project turnover planning.

Read the Latest Round of Federal Updates

Sep 30, 2026 |15 min read — Member Update

Learn more recent activity from the Executive Branch that will impact the greater industry.

Read the latest Construction Awards Update

Sep 30, 2026 |5 min read — Member Update

Defense-oriented projects for the Marine Corps lead the way.

AI is Not Going To Kill Us All

Sep 30, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

In the September AI Reality Check, we look past some of the press being put out by AI firms and learn more about what the real world impacts actually are.

MEP Title Sponsors Announced

Sep 23, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Trimble, Milwaukee Tool and Procore join the MEP Conference as the official title sponsors.

Clear the Air Nominated for Award

Sep 23, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

The OMMA Awards honor the best in Online Media, Marketing and Advertising with 39 categories across two sections: Excellence in Online Advertising and Excellence in Media & Marketing.

Meet WindGate, the Newest SMACNA Associate Member

Sep 23, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

California-based manufacturer has pioneered HVAC duct hardware for nearly 30 years, delivering innovative products designed around the needs of mechanical contractors in the field.

Learn More About What’s Happening at the December Council Meeting

Sep 23, 2026 |4 min read — Member Update

The December 6-8 event in San Diego not only gives you an opportunity to hear from SMACNA leadership, but also to engage with your peers.

Please Respond to the Latest New Horizons Survey

Sep 23, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Help the foundation collected data for the new survey titled “Managerial Strategies for Improving Project Level Cash Flows and Payment Terms.”

Register for a Joint Industry Webinar on the New MEP Innovation Report

Sep 23, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

The September 29 session, sponsored by Bluebeam, talks about the report that surveyed 303 contractors on growth, staffing, design volatility, and technology adoption.

The Race Is Heating Up

Sep 23, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

The competition for both the 2026 Top Ten and Capitol Caucus Recognition Programs is intensifying!

Take A Moment to Read Suicide Prevention Toolbox Talks

Sep 23, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Tools provided by CPWR and SMOHIT aim to help teammates look after each other when facing a mental health crisis.

The Countdown is Officially On!

Sep 16, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Donors that want to be recognized on Convention signage should make their contributions as soon as possible, as signage and recognition materials will be printing October 1.

SMACNA All Access Episode 2: The St. Louis Residential Marketplace

Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Two member contractors, Welsch Heating & Cooling and the Scott-Lee Heating Company, discuss how union contractors are becoming increasingly competitive in the residential marketplace.