Change Order Payment Reform Bill Returns to Congress, Drawing Strong Industry Support
Jul 24, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention
Federal contractors would benefit from a recently introduced bill that promises to ensure they will get paid on time for change orders on federal construction projects.
SMACNA Supports Legislation to Address Change Orders Payment Problems on Federal Projects
Jul 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
The Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2025 would allow contractors to submit a request for equitable adjustment (REA).
Jul 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
New resource meant to provide a comprehensive understanding of their business's current standing across several critical areas, including digital transformation, cybersecurity, technology implementation, and data stewardship.
Jul 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Association meetings professional with a decade of experience joins the SMACNA team as Senior Manager of Meetings and Convention.
Jul 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Cameron Page, CEO of SMACNA Associate Member Clearstory Technologies joins Seth Lennon to talk about the value his firm adds to the industry and SMACNA members.
SMACNA Signs on to Letter to Senate Urging Funding for Clean Indoor Air
Jul 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Fifty different participating organizations in the Coalition for Healthier Schools strongly endorsed $100 million in funding in FY 2026 for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s highly effective programs.
Jul 23, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Latest AI Reality Check looks at the impact of AI agents and examines exactly how much trust you can put in them.
SMACNA Contractor of the Year Interview: Bobby McCally
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
The Vice President of Operations at Southland discusses his journey through the industry and the importance of engagement with SMACNA.
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
This edition focuses on SMACNA members descending on Washington DC to lobby their lawmakers, along with coverage of exciting projects in Detroit and Ottawa, Ontario!
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Megan Pope, Executive Vice President, SMRCA, joins Seth to talk about her life as an association executive and how SMACNA positively impacts its chapters.
SMACNA Named Finalist for PR Daily Nonprofit Awards
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNews, Project Spotlight, and the new SMACNA Website were nominated as outstanding examples of nonprofit communications outlets.
Save the Date: Collective Bargaining Orientation
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
January 2026 session will help attendees learn more about the fundamentals of collective bargaining and the negotiation techniques that result in success.
New Gold SMACNA Associate Member: BuildOps
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
BuildOps is the only all-in-one business platform built exclusively for commercial contractors. SMACNA members can rely on BuildOps to work smarter, protect margins, and stay ahead in a competitive market.
Take the Trade Stacking Survey!
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA wants to hear from supply-chain stakeholders about the practice’s impact on the MEP trades.
Building the A-Team: Planning for ERP Like a Pro
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the high-stakes process of ERP selection and implementation.
DOL Updates Penalty and Debt Collection Procedures
Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
DOL states that the changes will promote quick abatement of any workplace hazards and assist small businesses.
Exploring Phenolic Ductwork Systems for Energy Efficiency
Jul 10, 2025 |4 min read — Products & Services Update
As the construction industry continues to prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability, pre-insulated duct systems like Kingspan KoolDuct offer a transformative approach to air distribution.
Rapid Loading, Connections, and Savings with Rapidmate
Jul 10, 2025 |5 min read — Products & Services Update
The new Rapidmate® Corner lineup from Ductmate is the most advanced design, labor-saving corner system in the industry that saves time and money in both the shop and the field!
A.M. Best® Favorably Rates Federated Mutual Group and Federated Life Insurance
Jul 10, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
A.M. Best Company, the most widely recognized provider of insurance industry ratings & financial data, confirmed its A+ (Superior) rating for Federated Mutual Group and Federated Life® in April 2025
Cut Your Detailing Time by 20%+
Jul 10, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
EVOLVE Mechanical helps MEP contractors cut detailing time by at least 20% with tools built for Revit including hanger automation, sleeve placement, duct optimization, and more.