News Archive

Read the First Suicide Prevention Week Toolbox Talk

Sep 2, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

The first entry, focused on normalizing critical conversations about mental health and suicide, and the positive impact about how being open can have.

Kitchen Ventilation Systems and Food Service Equipment, 2nd Edition Now Available

Aug 26, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Second edition builds upon the first edition and continues to serve as a basic reference guide to industry-accepted practices for the fabrication and installation of commercial kitchen ventilation systems.

Longtime CAL SMACNA Leader Cyndi Marshall Passes Away

Aug 26, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Former CAL SMACNA Executive Vice President was a trailblazer in the industry, serving as a coalition builder throughout the trades over the course of an impactful 30-year career.

Learn More About the Identify Function for Cybersecurity

Aug 26, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Article in SMACNA’s Cybersecurity Series Dives into the foundational aspect of any data protection plan.

Meet Simpro Group, SMACNA’s Latest Associate Member

Aug 26, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Company supplies an AI-first field service and project management platform built to help trade contractors maximize productivity and increase profitability.

Save 15% on August's Standard of the Month with Promo Code SM826

Aug 26, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

For a limited time, enjoy a discount on the HVAC Systems Commissioning Manual.

More Time to Reach the Top: Top Ten and Capitol Caucus Deadline Extended to October 1

Aug 26, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Extension gives chapters additional time to improve their standing and earn recognition for their advocacy efforts.

Stan Kolbe Quoted in SNIPS News

Aug 26, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government Affairs talks about the state of U.S./Canadian trade talks and the potential impact they have on the industry.

AI Data Centers: Are They Really That Bad?

Aug 26, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

The latest AI Reality Check takes a dive into the impacts that data centers have on our communities and helps you understand what is truth and what is hype.

Mental Health Matters For Your Employees

Aug 25, 2026 |3 min read — Products & Services Update

As a business owner and leader, taking the mental health of your employees seriously and understanding how it can impact their work is essential.

Cut Faster, Feed Smarter, Fabricate Without Limits

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The Lockformer Vulcan Fiber Laser Elite Cutting System and Iowa Precision Coil Feed NEO combine into one automated, coil-fed cutting system built for faster, safer, more precise HVAC fabrication.

Train Smarter with Insulation Intel®

Aug 25, 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.

Quieter, Smoother, Faster: The Next-Gen M18 FUEL™ SURGE™

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Continuing to drive productivity and safety on the jobsite, Milwaukee® introduces the next generation M18 FUEL™ SURGE™ ¼" Hex Hydraulic Driver.

Protect Your Labor, Schedule, and Budget

Aug 25, 2026 |4 min read — Products & Services Update

Streamline how you monitor labor and equipment performance to help keep your projects moving and your margins protected.

Simplify Overhead Hanger Installation with KH-EZ IQ

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Complete threaded rod installations up to 94% faster with Hilti’s new KH-EZ IQ Push-to-connect screw anchor, engineered to eliminate manual threading for easier overhead work.

8' FT-X® EdgeCore™ Twin-Leg SRL-P

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Premium Class 2 leading-edge protection engineered for greater comfort, continuous tie-off, and less downtime.

New Model IV Indoor Ventilator

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Model IV is the newest addition to Greenheck’s line of indoor ventilators that deliver 100% outdoor air and are designed for indoor installation in limited spaces such as mechanical rooms, attics, or basements.

PypeServer Cloud+: Smarter Fabrication for SMACNA Contractors

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Most fabrication shops rely on disconnected workflows. PypeServer Cloud+ unifies your BIM data, machines, and field teams on a single platform.

Retrotec’s Commercial DucTester and Accessories

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The Retrotec 440x DucTester is the industry's first truly lightweight handheld commercial duct tester, delivering powerful performance, fast setup, and accurate results in one portable system.

Rossi: Best Damper Regulator for Duct Fabrication

Aug 25, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

The positive-locking damper regulator sheet metal shops switch to: patented, made in USA, BABA-compliant, assembled in under 90 seconds. Get a free samples box.