News Archive

Stratus in the Real World: Lessons From General Sheet Metal

Jul 21, 2026 |3 min read — Products & Services Update

SMACNA’s 2026 Innovator of the Year, Jen Clark, and Trevor Brown of General Sheet Metal (GSM) will lead a session at Stratus Innovate 2026 on their first year implementing Stratus and the practical lessons gained along the way.

How Miter Is Changing Union Contracting

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Union contractors are running leaner, safer, and smarter, here's how.

PowerPoint® Resistance Weld Pins

Jul 21, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Carlisle HVAC’s Commitment to Continuous Improvement Helps the Best Get Even Better.

ServiceTrade's Stella: End Operational Drag Costing Revenue

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Stella is ServiceTrade's agentic AI suite for commercial field service contractors — trained on 14 years of trade data to cut operational drag and grow revenue.

Delivering Certainty for Stadiums & Arenas

Jul 21, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Our specialized stadium chimney systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of high-traffic, high-heat environments with complex venting requirements, all while keeping crowds safe.

Removable Duct Sections Made Simple with Linx

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Linx’s new Removable Duct Sections provide code-compliant duct access for inspections, maintenance, and cleaning.

Gripple’s Diecasting Capabilities

Jul 21, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Get a peak into Gripple’s Hellaby, England plant, which produces the zinc housings for over 100 Gripple products, and is the second largest zinc diecasting facility in the UK.

One Sourcing Partner. Faster Bid Numbers.

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Closing a competitive bid means pulling ductwork and rooftop-support numbers together fast. TCG coordinates that sourcing (now including MIRO rooftop supports) so your final number goes out fast.

Train Smarter with Insulation Intel®

Jun 23, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Free online training built for sheet metal and HVAC pros to improve installation quality, efficiency, and workforce skills—available anytime, anywhere.

Milwaukee Tool Unveils the First Cordless 10-Gauge Nibbler

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Milwaukee® expands their thin metal category lineup with the introduction of the M18 FUEL™ 10-Gauge Nibbler, the largest capacity cordless nibbler on the market.

How Driving Choices Can Impact Your Reputation

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Your company vehicles are highly visible markers of your business in the local community. Every time your employees drive in a branded vehicle, they carry your company’s reputation with them.

Faster Ductwork. Smarter Automation. Unmatched Precision.

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The Iowa Precision Pro-Ductomatic delivers unmatched speed, precision, and hands-free automation, turning coil material into finished ductwork faster than ever before.

Stop Paying for Other Trades' Mistakes

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

ProjectSight 360 Capture gives mechanical contractors time-stamped visual proof to verify site conditions, eliminate rework and avoid costly disputes.

Access Coins Evo and Kojo Partner

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Access Coins Evo and Kojo Partner to Close the Procurement-to-Finance Gap for Specialty Contractors.

Improve Jobsite Efficiency with Field Intelligence

Jun 23, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Bring AI directly to your on-site crews with Field Intelligence, designed to help teams reduce busywork, access information faster, and keep projects moving.

Second City Metals Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in HVAC Steel Distribution

Jun 23, 2026 |3 min read — Products & Services Update

Second City Metals, Inc., a premier national steel distributor specializing in the HVAC industry, proudly marks its 25th anniversary.

Flexible Lifting, Minus the Bulk

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The Aluex STR9+ delivers 9-ton lifting capacity in a lightweight 159 lbs. aluminum beam. Built for tight spaces, fast setup, and changing lift requirements.

Delivering Certainty for Restaurants & Food Service

Jun 23, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

We leverage our extensive expertise to deliver custom food service vent systems. They provide exhaust and grease duct venting that meet the challenges for high-heat equipment, like pizza ovens, broilers and industrial dishwashers.

FastDUCT HVAC Estimating Software: Bid More Today!

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

FastDUCT simplifies HVAC estimating with accurate pricing, industry-standard labor rates, and seamless integration, helping contractors save time and deliver precise, competitive bids faster.

Labor is Your Greatest Risk or Reward

Jun 23, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The labor situation is changing — and most MEP contractors can't see it. RIVET gives the office and the field real-time labor visibility.