News Archive

Aaron Hilger Careers in Trades Interview: KVLY-TV (Fargo, ND)

Apr 8, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention

SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger highlights the benefits of joining the trades during National Careers in Trades Week on KVLY-TV, North Dakota Today.

SMACNA Releases Major Updates to Two Duct Construction Guides to the Trades

Apr 7, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention

New editions introduce expanded bracing options, updated sizing tables and enhanced duct design capabilities.

Senate Votes to Block Trumps Emergency Powers

Apr 7, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention

In a letter, SMACNA's Stan E. Kolbe, Jr. warned that "tariff penalties aimed at Canada for non-trade objectives have already caused harsh and unnecessary economic pain for U.S. workers..."

SMACNA Updates Duct Construction Guides

Apr 7, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention

The two new editions introduce expanded bracing options, updated sizing tables, and enhanced duct design capabilities.

Industry groups launch National Career In Trades Week

Apr 7, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention

The organizations are boosting their marketing to Generation Z as a way to close the labor gap.

SMACNA Supports Senate Resolution to Halt Canadian Tariffs

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

S.J. Res 37, introduced with bipartisan support by Senators Tim Kaine and Rand Paul to halt the national emergency that was declared to justify tariffs on imports from Canada.

Aaron Hilger Interviewed for National Careers in Trades Week!

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s CEO speaks with the media about the for young people in a prosperous career in the skilled trades.

Tom Martin joins Angie Simon on Let’s Talk Shop

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the SMACNA President’s industry journey and his priorities for the presidency.

SMACNA’s Annual Industry Labor Report is Now Available

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s 2025 Annual Industry Labor Report has been released and is available for all SMACNA Members to view.

SMACNA® ANSI 45-Day Public Review

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

The SMACNA® Seismic Restraint Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems 4th Edition and Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards 3rd Edition are now available for ANSI 45-day public review and comment.

New Clear the Air Episode!

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Austin Keating from SNIPS talks about what tariffs could mean for the entire industry, as well as examining some of the other critical topics throughout the space.

New Gold SMACNA Associate Member: NEFCO

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Family-owned and operated construction supply company provides a broad range of products and services to a large variety of professional contractors.

New Silver SMACNA Associate Member: BuildCentrix

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Firm offers field ordering and estimating solutions that streamlines and automate processes around the ordering, shipping, and delivery scheduling of your materials and manages your work orders and field/shop timecard entries.

SMACPAC Ambassadors Meet With Lawmakers

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA representatives meet with Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA), Brendan Boyle (D-PA) and others to talk about tariffs, trade and other issues of importance to the membership.

SMACNA’s AI Efforts Featured on Construction Dorks Podcast

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Hugh Seaton and Travis Voss talk about the impact of AI on the industry and how contractors should embrace the revolution.

Be Ready for the Upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives!

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

Make sure to register and submit agenda items for the June session that will ensure that your members will have the chance to have their voices heard!

SMACNA’s Annual Industry Labor Report is Now Available

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

SMACNA’s 2025 Annual Industry Labor Report has been released and is available for all SMACNA Members to view.

SMACNA Safety Sponsorship for 2025 Now Open!

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Encourage your members to apply for the chance enabling individuals committed to safety and inclusivity in the industry to earn $5,000 for expenses related to attending the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Denver.

Accelerate Your Impact: Navigating the New SMACNA Website Recording Available!

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Take a walkthrough of the new SMACNA website with the SMACNA Marketing and Communications Department!

Join Us for a 2025 Bargainers Call!

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

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