Feel More Confident and Comfortable with Formaldehyde-Free Insulation
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Knauf Performance+® Air Duct Board fiberglass insulation is formaldehyde-free, lightweight, and easy to work with—creating a more positive experience for contractors and installers.
Titus: New Chilled Beam Models – With Enhanced Performance, Efficiency, and Flexibility!
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
The Titus chilled ceiling product line includes both active and passive chilled beams as well as floor-mounted displacement chilled beams.
Fire-Rated, Zero-Clearance Vent Ducts
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
VaughanAir’s DuraDuct GNX and GNX-R6 are pre-manufactured, non-combustible duct systems engineered for critical fire safety in commercial and industrial buildings.
Laser Welding Automation, Now Within Reach
Jun 11, 2025 |3 min read — Products & Services Update
For decades, laser welding has been a critical component of high-productivity production lines, such as those used in automotive factories.
Optimizing Sheet Metal Assembly - Insights from Liz Fong
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Liz Fong, SMACNA’s 2025 Innovator of the Year & Operations Integration Manager at MacDonald-Miller, shares how she and her team use Stratus to modernize duct assembly workflows and push the boundaries of what’s possible in sheet metal.
New Release: The Model 7000 Blower Door Fan
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Retrotec’s brand new Model 7000 blower door fan redefines performance and portability.
Coming Soon! Easier War to Buy Steel
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
We’re transforming Majestic’s MHub customer portal to improve the buying experience for SMACNA contractors. It’s designed to save you time and make the buying process even easier.
BeamLock™ — Reliable Anchorage at Any Height
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
The all-new BeamLock is your must-have anchor with replaceable long and short slider pads, dual-side support for 4- to 14-inch beams, and ergonomic push-button installation and adjustment.
Miller® Expands Handheld Laser Series: OptX™ 1kW
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
This new laser welder helps more shops harness the potential of laser technology and address workforce challenges.
Pension, Health Benefits and Executive Compensation Programs
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Employers in multiemployer benefit plans need smart, experienced, and reliable legal team. Fox Rothschild’s national platform makes sense to advise you on your multiemployer pension, health, and executive compensation programs.
2026 Scheduled Contribution Rate Increase
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Hourly rate increases will enable SMACNA to continue delivering the high quality education ,resources and industry technical standards that members have come to expect.
Comprehensive Product Selection Guide for Insulating HVAC Systems
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Discover the ultimate HVAC insulation solutions with Johns Manville's comprehensive Product Selection Guide! Elevate your projects with top-tier duct board and liner insulation, designed for superior thermal and acoustical performance.
2025 CEA National Issues Conference Interview: Warren Creamer (SMACNA Boston)
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Warren talks about the incredible value of attending CEA from the perspective of a first-timer and talks about some of the topics that were discussed with members of the New England Congressional Delegation.
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Register now to attend an upcoming Bargainer’s Zoom call on June 17th.
2025 CEA National Issues Conference Interview: Angie Simon
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Angie talks about her engagement with members of the California Congressional Delegation, including Senator Alex Padilla, and why members should make a point to attend at least one CEA conference.
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about SMACNA’s new Director of Membership and Chapter Relations
National Careers in Trades Week Recap
Jun 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
First year of effort raised the profile of the need to expose America’s youth to the potential of a career in the skilled trades.
Jun 11, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA, using outlets such as SMACNews and Project Spotlight, is looking to highlight the work being done by its membership.
Project Spotlight: SMACNA Project Spotlight - Seed of Life Memorial (Dayton, OH)
Jun 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Listen to the testimonials from SMACNA contractor Budde Sheet Metal and other individuals who collaborated on this project honoring those who lost their lives in the 2019 Oregon District Mass Shooting.
Submit Your Session Proposal for the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference
Jun 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Organized by MCAA, NECA, and SMACNA, the MEP Innovation Conference brings together leaders from the electrical, mechanical, and sheet metal industries to enhance the profitability and productivity of MEP contractors.