News Archive

Share Your Experience: Participate in SMACNA's Back Charges Survey

Jul 1, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA-commissioned study examines how back charges arise, how contractors respond, and which practices lead to successful outcomes and will support the development of a practical publication and tools tailored for SMACNA members.

Latest Learning Journey Recording Now Available

Jul 1, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

The latest session, Building Partnerships: Indigenous Pathways into the Trades, is now available as both a video and a podcast!

New Class of Project Management Institute Graduates Ready to Lead

Jul 1, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Congratulations to the newest Project Management Institute (PMI) graduates who completed the program June 7-10, 2026, in Boston, MA.

Join the SMAC-AF Founders Club and Strengthen SMACNA's Advocacy

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

SMAC-AF invests in the advocacy infrastructure that allows SMACNA to effectively represent our members long before and long after Election Day.

New York Tax Law Change Provides Relief for Construction Firms

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

The legislation decouples New York's treatment of certain research and development expenses from federal tax rules, potentially allowing businesses to recover costs more quickly and improve cash flow.

Illinois Advances Major I-80 Bridge Project

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

The project represents a significant infrastructure investment aimed at improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting freight movement through one of the nation's busiest transportation corridors.

Minneapolis Construction Survey Shows Industrial Sector Strength

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Manufacturing projects, warehouse development, infrastructure investments, and technology-related construction continue to generate activity across much of the Upper Midwest.

Labor Unions Shape State Data Center Policy Debates

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Labor organizations have successfully influenced or helped defeat proposed restrictions on data center development in several states, including Illinois, Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Maine.

Micron Project Expected to Reach 3,000 Construction Workers

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

The project represents one of the largest economic development initiatives in New York State history and continues to generate significant opportunities for the construction industry throughout the region.

Rhode Island Protects Energy Efficiency Funding

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

For contractors, building owners, and facility managers, energy efficiency programs continue to drive demand for HVAC upgrades, modernization projects, and building performance improvements.

Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling Meets with Philadelphia Industry Leaders

Jun 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Participants discussed the growing demand for skilled workers driven by major investments in pharmaceuticals, data centers, infrastructure, and public works projects throughout the region.

Project Spotlight: Sheet Metal Werks

Jun 24, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how the Chicago-area contractor is working to meet the growing demand for commercial office space and how critical robust relationships with general contractors are for project success.

SMACNA CEO Frank Wall Pens Op-Ed on Data Centers

Jun 24, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Frank Wall’s submission to the Washington Examiner outlines how the industry has been a driver in advancing how Data Centers can efficiently leverage power and water.

New Silver SMACNA Associate Member: BlackHyve

Jun 24, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Construction operations platform built exclusively for subcontractors, enables MEP and sheet metal contractors to have real-time visibility into job performance.

New  Silver SMACNA Associate Member: Bluebeam

Jun 24, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Since 2002, this technology innovator has made desktop, mobile and cloud-based solutions for paperless workflows that improve project communication and streamline processes across the entire project lifecycle.

SMACNA Named Finalist for Nonprofit Communications Awards

Jun 24, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Member Update and SMACNews recognized in the member communications category, with the winners to be unveiled in September.

June AI Reality Check: AI Tokens, Subsidies, Lock-in Risk

Jun 24, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the potential of how the costs of an AI model performing a function could (potentially) impact a company’s bottom line.

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.