News Archive

Removable Duct Sections Made Simple with Linx

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Linx’s new Removable Duct Sections provide code-compliant duct access for inspections, maintenance, and cleaning.

Gripple’s Diecasting Capabilities

Jul 21, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Get a peak into Gripple’s Hellaby, England plant, which produces the zinc housings for over 100 Gripple products, and is the second largest zinc diecasting facility in the UK.

One Sourcing Partner. Faster Bid Numbers.

Jul 21, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Closing a competitive bid means pulling ductwork and rooftop-support numbers together fast. TCG coordinates that sourcing (now including MIRO rooftop supports) so your final number goes out fast.

SMACNA All Access Episode 1 (Bias and Belonging Conference)

Jul 15, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA is rolling out a new video series, titled SMACNA All Access that will document the work being done by the association to improve the sheet metal industry and encourage the prosperity of its member companies.

New Clear the Air Episode

Jul 15, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Seth Lennon is joined by Jen Clark and Brandon Patterson to discuss educational opportunities available to SMACNA members.

Stan Kolbe Discusses Impact of New Housing Law on Contractors

Jul 15, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

In a recent ACHR interview, SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government Affairs discusses how the newly enacted housing law will expand retrofit opportunities, support new housing installations, and encourage the use of smart building technology.

Best Practices Task Force Shares Apprentice Surveys

Jul 15, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

The International Training Institute (iTi) surveyed more than 3,273 industry apprentices to gather demographic information and ascertain how they learned about the sheet metal industry, their experiences in the industry, and their perceptions.

CPWR Publishes Heat Hazards Resource Page

Jul 15, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Tool offers multiple resources that can help companies ensure that their workers remain safe during the warm summer months.

Register for the 2026 Canadian Mental Health Summit

Jul 15, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Two sessions, in Toronto and Vancouver will aid attendees in increasing workplace mental health awareness and reduce stigma and put teammates in a position to help on another.

New Operations Hub Episode

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Panel looks at the hotly debated topic of trade stacking and how SMACNA contractors can navigate this common issue.

Take Advantage of the Latest Standard of the Month

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Save 15% on Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards, 3rd Edition for a limited time.

Learn More About Some of The New Tools Available for Construction Tasks

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Online training will show you use cases that leverage Copilot, ChatGPT and Claude to help automate some of your basic job functions.

Attend “Well Behaved AI: Getting Responses You Can Trust”

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Remote learning session will educate attendees about AI failure modes and what you need to know in order to navigate them.

SMAC-AF Chapter Competition Update: Final Opportunity to Become a Founding Member of the Leadership Club

Jul 8, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

In addition, the deadline to reserve Convention Keynote and President's Lunch tables through a qualifying contribution to SMAC-AF has been extended to July 30.

Learn More About How to Navigate Copilot

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Webinar will show you the difference between Microsoft’s AI client and other platforms such as Claude and ChatGPT.

New SMACNA Remote Learning Recordings Available!

Jul 8, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Learning sessions focused on defending your business’ margins and wip reporting are now available for viewing by SMACNA members!

Chapter Executive Video Conference with SMACNA National

Jul 7, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

On August 26, Frank Wall, SMACNA CEO, will provide an update on the key initiatives he's been leading since joining SMACNA earlier this year.

Attend the Next SMACNA Executive Edge Webinar

Jul 7, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

July 15 session, titled AI Essentials for Chapters: Practical Applications and Risk Considerations, provides a practical overview of how SMACNA chapter executives

Learn More About the SMACNA Wage & Fringe Database

Jul 7, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Resource contains wage and fringe benefit information from participating chapters and is designed to assist contractors and chapters in evaluating compensation packages across different markets.

Encourage Your Members to Take the Back Charges Survey

Jul 7, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Help SMACNA develop new tools and best practices on how to manage one of the most common cost and risk issues on HVAC and sheet metal projects.