News Archive

New Clear the Air Podcast Available!

May 6, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Matthew Cole of Wing's Testing and Balancing and Rallin Harris of Energy Balance and Integration go into detail about Testing and Air Balancing.

Last Chance to Register for the June Council Meeting—Deadline Today!

May 6, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Register now and ensure that you are able to book your hotel room at the group rate!

Submit Your Projects for SMACNews

May 6, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Do you have an architectural, industrial, residential, or TAB-related project that you want to share with the membership? Send it to us!

Joint Comments of SMART/SMACNA to the Proposed Rule on Employee or Independent Contractor Status

Apr 30, 2026 — Regulatory Comments

Massachusetts Community Repurposes Office Space to Expand Schools

Apr 29, 2026 |2 min read

Rather than pursue a new high school project — which can take years and require significant capital investment — local officials adapted existing space to meet immediate needs.

FY27 Budget Proposal Raises Concerns for Local Governments

Apr 29, 2026 |2 min read — State Legislative

Proposal calls for reductions in non-defense discretionary spending, alongside increased investment in defense and select new initiatives — a shift that could have direct implications for state and local governments.

Reserve Your Chapter Tables for the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Getting a table represents a great opportunity to bring your chapter together and enhance your Convention experience!

Pennsylvania State Rep. Brian Munroe Visits SMCA of Philadelphia Member Prime Sheet Metal

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Members highlighted the essential role SMCA contractors play in creating family-sustaining jobs, providing strong benefits, and supporting local communities.

Apply to Join the SMACNA Board of Directors

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

There are 5 total openings, with four positions in the U.S. and one position in Western Canada (British Columbia).

Nominations Now Being Accepted for the SMACNA Contractor of the Year

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Help highlight the work of a fellow SMACNA contractor whose dedication, innovation, and leadership have made a meaningful impact on our industry.

Consider College of Fellows Sponsorship Opportunities

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

By supporting the golf tournament, clay shooting or pickleball at the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention, you can help make the sponsorship program successful!

Apply For a SMACNA Committee

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Apply your expertise to serve and guide the association by sharing best practices across various subject areas.

June Council Deadlines Quickly Approaching

Apr 29, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Deadline to register and book hotel accomodiations has been extended until May 6!

SMACNA Joins Other Organizations for Construction Safety Week

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Videos from all of the member organizations of the Safety Alliance aim to increase industry awareness of critical safety issues.

April AI Reality Check

Apr 29, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Cybersecurity and AI: a new phase is coming fast

Submit Your Project to be Featured by SMACNA

Apr 29, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA wants to highlight your work!

AI Giving Young People a Shot at the American Dream

Apr 27, 2026 |1 min read — Media Mention

Graduation season is fast approaching, and for U.S. workers, especially young people and new college graduates, they are facing one of the toughest labor markets in years.

American Energy Dominance Act: What It Means for HVAC

Apr 27, 2026 |1 min read — Media Mention

Congress weighs a bill to revive key energy tax credits for HVAC and sheet metal. SMACNA's Stanley E. Kolbe, Jr. spells out the stakes.

Rethinking Prefab: Why 90% Efficiency Isn’t Good Enough

Apr 23, 2026 |1 min read — Media Mention

A deep dive into how construction's obsession with prefabrication misses the real gains on process: A Focus on Fab Forum

Inside the Hill Group’s Sheet Metal Playbook: Data, Tech, and Advice

Apr 23, 2026 |1 min read — Media Mention

A look at how The Hill Group is using data and technology to modernize sheet metal operations