News Archive

The Choice is Yours to Prevent Distracted Driving

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Each time your employee drivers get behind the wheel, their choices make a difference. They can safely reach their destination, but if they are distracted, they could face catastrophic consequences.

AI-Powered Insights to Find Answers

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Construction professionals currently spend 18% of their time searching for information on projects, relying on keyword searches and sifting through countless results to find answers.

Daikin Rebel® & Rebel Applied® Air-source Heat Pumps

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Rebel and Rebel Applied heat pumps provide superior HVAC performance with year-round comfort and energy savings up to 55% above ASHRAE standards.

Maximize Energy Efficiency and Connectivity with Symbio® 700

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The Symbio 700 Controller is Trane’s digitally enabled equipment controller for rooftop units and split systems, including Odyssey™, Precedent®, Voyager® 3, and Axiom® Rooftop Water Source Heat Pumps.

Save Time on Deck with KCCM Anchors

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Hilti’s KCCM anchors help MEP contractors streamline wood formwork and metal decking projects. Versatile sizing and simplified installation helps reduce labor demands and boost productivity on every job.

Choose Formaldehyde-Free for Healthier Working Environments

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Building professionals face a significant challenge: exposure to harmful airborne particles, like formaldehyde and dust. That’s why HVAC fabricator, Sheet Metal Werks, chooses materials wisely to create safer, healthier environments for employees.

Price Industries Drop-Boxes (DBH)

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Drop-Boxes are a simple approach to air distribution for large volume spaces. Purchasing a pre-fabricated Drop-Box eliminates time-intensive design, assembly, and field sealing, allowing labor to focus on higher-value project tasks.

Stop Wrestling with Materials Prices: Digitize Your Supply Chain

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Mechanical contractors piece together their procurement-to-payment process with manual data entry, invoice chasing, and supplier calls.

Software Selection Guide for SMACNA Members

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Looking for new software, but drowning in options? This guide breaks down the selection process into manageable steps, with practical evaluation tips and expert recommendations.

Introducing the Retrotec Model 7000 Blower Door

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Retrotec's newest, lightest, and most versatile high-powered blower door fan.

Revolutionizing Field Ordering with BuildCentrix’s Blueprint Takeoffs

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

BuildCentrix Blueprint Takeoff streamlines estimating and project planning for sheet metal, piping & plumbing fab shops. Digitally analyze 2D drawings, capture dimensions and materials in 3D, and boost accuracy and efficiency when creating orders.

Automating Hanger Placement for Sheet Metal

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Discover how MSUITE Hangers transforms hanger placement from one of the biggest modeling bottlenecks into a streamlined, automated process. Sheet metal contractors can now cut placement time, reduce manual errors, & stay on schedule with automation.

AI to Combat Rising Material Costs

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Kojo launches AI tool suite to help contractors combat rising material costs.

Future-Ready Facilities: Digital Twin Meets CMMS

May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Combined forces of Pinnacle Infotech & InnoMaint now deliver BIM-integrated Digital Twins for smarter and more resilient support for facility management.

Coming Soon! Easier Way to Buy Steel

May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

We’re transforming Majestic’s MHub customer portal, enabling you to instantly purchase steel with preferred base pricing and preloaded items based on previous purchases. It’s designed to save time, save money, and make the buying process even easier.

Register for Free Federated Webinar

May 20, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

June session offered by the SMACNA Premier Partner will detail practical strategies for protecting your business and team from workplace violence and crime.

Rainier Metal Works featured on Clear the Air

May 20, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Team members talk about the growth of the firm and what their prospects are for the future.

SMACNA Urges Congress to Retain Current Energy Tax Incentives

May 20, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Letter sent by the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) and the Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) features over 270 signatories.

SMACPAC 101: An Introduction to SMACNA’s Political Action Committee

May 20, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the essentials of trade association PACs: their purpose, how they operate, requirements for Federal Election (FEC) compliance, and more.

SMOHIT Offering New Online Safety Training

May 20, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Topics discussed include Confined space entry, Construction safety, Forklift and heavy equipment, and OSHA 10 and 30.