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Register for Upcoming Accelerate Your Impact Sessions

Jul 15, 2024 |3 min read — Chapter Leadership

Webinars will assist chapter leaders enhance their understanding of topics such as understanding unfair labor practices, grievance arbitration, and business etiquette.

Spread the Word About Our Upcoming Webinars

Jul 15, 2024 |3 min read — Chapter Leadership

With numerous important topics being covered by respected industry experts, SMACNA has you and your members covered.

Attend the Collective Bargaining Orientation!

Jul 15, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

The January 2025 event offers you the opportunity to learn more about collective bargaining concepts, techniques, and strategies and preparation skills for bargaining sessions so you can enter negotiations confidently.

SMACNA’s White Paper on Cannabis Issues now available

Jul 15, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

White paper to assist contractors and chapters in understanding issues that arise when contractors consider doing business with marijuana-related businesses. 

New Report: Trade Association Heads Remain Optimistic

Jul 15, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

The 2024 Trade Association Executive Survey outlines how organizations are interacting with stakeholders and details their advocacy efforts for advancing their respective industries.

NECA, MCAA, SMACNA and TAUC Sign Strategic Alliance Agreement

Jul 10, 2024 |4 min read — Statement

In a landmark event, the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) along with the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA), and The Association of

SMACNA joins NECA, MCAA and TAUC in Strategic Alliance

Jul 10, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

New agreement between organizations designed to develop and expand best practices, safety standards, and encourage technological advancements across the entire union construction space.

2024 College of Fellows Scholarship Winners Announced

Jul 10, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update

The COF Scholarship Program identifies and recognizes academically talented youth and potential future leaders within the SMACNA extended family.

DOL/Treasury Dept Webinar to be held July 16

Jul 10, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Session provides an overview of the key provisions of the final rule implementing the prevailing wage and apprenticeship utilization (PWA) requirements in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA),

Learning Journey: Second Chances

Jul 10, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Tomorrow's session will outline successful reentry programs and employer initiatives that have made a significant difference for those who have interacted with the justice system.

Order Your Copy of the New 4th Edition of the HVAC Duct Systems Inspection Guide

Jul 10, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Every SMACNA Member Contractor and Chapter is intitled to one free copy of either the PDF or hard copy of the latest edition.

OSHA Releases Draft of Heat Illness Rule

Jul 10, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Proposed rule would require businesses to draw up a heat illness prevention plan.

SMACNA Supports the Approval of NDAA Amendment #365 – Federal Contract Change Order Reform

Jul 10, 2024 |2 min read — Federal Issues

SMACNA is urging House support for essential legislation that would equitably address a serious payment oversight that has long plagued federal contractors.

SMACNA Endorsed Nuclear Power Bill Becomes Law After Many Years of Advocacy

Jul 10, 2024 — Media Mention

SMACNA applauds the President’s signing of The ADVANCE ACT, legislation to accelerate the deployment of nuclear energy capacity, including by speeding up permitting and creating new incentives for advanced nuclear reactor technologies.

Learning Journey: Second Chances

Jul 3, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the webinar outlining successful reentry programs and employer initiatives that have made a significant difference for those who have interacted with the justice system.

SMACNA, CEA Urge Congress to Support Executive Order on PLA's

Jul 3, 2024 |4 min read — Member Update

SMACNA and industry partners detail the enhanced use of Project Labor Agreements on Federal Construction Projects Will Not Discriminate Against Non-Union Labor and Promotes The Economic Interests of the Taxpayer and Project Owner. 

Culture of Respect: Quality First, People Always

Jul 3, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update

Learn More About How Setting Expectations Around a Company’s Core Values and How They are Continuously Reinforced.

New Silver Associate Member – LGH

Jul 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about this industry-leading provider of rental of hoisting, pulling, jacking, and rigging equipment that meets virtually every conceivable lifting or moving need.

FAB Four to Perform at the 2024 SMACNA Annual Convention

Jul 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Emmy Award Winning Beatles Tribute to perform, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles' classics such as "Can't Buy Me Love," "Yesterday," "A Day In The Life," "Twist And Shout," "Here Comes The Sun," and "Hey Jude.”

New Chapter Executives Arrive at SMACNA National for Training

Jul 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The Annual Chapter Executives Orientation gives new leaders an opportunity to engage with SMACNA staff and better understand the national-level resources that are at their disposal.