News Archive

Submit Your Proposals for 2025 SMACNA Annual Convention Sessions

Feb 19, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Between now and March 31, 2025, submit your idea for an educational session dealing with relevant industry topics such as HVAC, architectural sheet metal, industrial sheet metal, residential HVAC/sheet metal, and testing-adjusting-balancing.

SMACNA Interview: Gina Medel

Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

CFO of The Penn Air Group talks about the labor/management paradigm and why pursuing a collaborative relationship with labor representatives is so critical.

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Johns Manville

Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of the new fiberglass duct offerings and why collaborating with SMACNA is so critical.

SMACNA Interview: Denise Murphy McGraw

Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Special Assistant for Political Affairs outlines what members can do to get themselves more engaged politically with state and local leaders.

Toolbox Talk: Sexism in the Workplace

Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about not only the impact of sexism in the workplace, but what steps can be taken to address and prevent this behavior.

Take Part in Additional AI Learning Opportunities!

Feb 19, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Register now for Getting More Value from Generative AI: Connecting Applications to ChatGPT with Zapier and Balancing AI Risk and Opportunity: AI Policy for Contractors!

2025 SMACNA Annual Convention Call for Proposals

Feb 18, 2025 |4 min read

Each year the SMACNA Annual Convention provides members with innovative educational programming.

Federated Insurance Publishes New Risk Management Articles

Feb 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA Premier Partner is offering Risk Management Corner, HR Question of the Month, and It’s Your Life as resources to members.

Learn more about the SMACNA Safety Awards Program

Feb 12, 2025 |2 min read

Awards for Safety Achievement and Safety Innovation, along with the 2025 Safety Survey, are now open for applications.

Join SMACNA’s exclusive Bargainer’s Zoom Sessions!

Feb 12, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Sessions spotlight the latest bargaining developments and connect directly with SMACNA’s labor relations experts, SMACNA legal counsel, and your industry peers.

SMACNA Contractor Spotlight Recognized At Recent PR Program

Feb 12, 2025 |2 min read

The spotlight of McCusker Gill is recognized as an Honorable Mention at the Ragan Video, Visual & Virtual Awards.

Trump Administration Announces 25 Percent Tariff on Steel and Aluminum

Feb 11, 2025 |7 min read — Member Update

SMACNA contractors should be taking steps now to prepare for the cost increases and construction delays that result from U.S. tariffs.

Visit SMACNA and SMART at the Upcoming International Roofing Expo

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Joint booth will be at the annual hub for products, equipment, hands-on education and networking.

SMACNA Convention Interview- Cheryl Sprague

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's 2024 Chapter Executive of the Year talks about her efforts on behalf of contractors in the Sacramento-area and gives some insight into best practices across various topical areas.

Travis Voss discusses the MEP Innovation Conference on latest podcast

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read

This special crossover episode of The ConTech Crew and Construction Dorks recaps the biggest takeaways from the event, including the evolution of leadership in the MEP industry, the growing importance of data, and how AI is reshaping...

SMACNA Convention Interview: Dan Monahan

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's 2024 Legislative Contractor of the Year joins Seth Lennon at the 2024 SMACNA Annual Convention to discuss the need for members to become politically involved and some of the beneficial relationships he has built with New York lawmakers.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Heavy Metal Summer Experience

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how the Heavy Metal Summer Experience drives home the value of a career in the skilled trades to young people and the role of SMACNA contractors in facilitating this wonderful career path.

Regulation of the Month: EO 11246 Rescinded

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the impact of the Trump Administration that required federal contractors to recruit women and minorities and not engage in discriminatory hiring practices.

Webinar: Getting Real Value from AI: Prompting Clinic

Feb 11, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Generative AI is transforming how we work, and the key to unlocking its full potential lies in effective prompting this session will dive into best practices for interacting with AI chatbots like ChatGPT.

Did You Know: SMACNA New Website Edition — Business Resources

Feb 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Visit the Business Resources section today to discover how SMACNA’s website can support your business success!