Good Morning America: How trade schools are redefining the path to success
May 22, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention
High school students are skipping college and learning trades instead, earning as much as $70,000 after graduation.
Seattle manager combines sheet metal work with technology
May 21, 2025 — Media Mention
Over her 13-year career in the industry, Liz Fong has become an expert in software management, process development and coding.
CNN with Audie Cornish: College vs. Trades: Is a Four-Year Degree Still Worth It?
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Media Mention
HMSE Co-founder Angie Simon discussed college versus the trades as options for today's students on CNN with Audie Cornish.
Maximize Duct Quality with Pro-Fabriduct Line
May 21, 2025 |3 min read — Products & Services Update
Transverse joint leakage has long challenged ductwork performance. Iowa Precision’s Pro-Fabriduct now features full-width seams to reduce leaks and enhance system efficiency.
Titus: New Chilled Beam Models – With Enhanced Performance, Efficiency, and Flexibility!
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
The Titus chilled ceiling line includes active/passive beams and floor-mounted displacement beams, delivering energy-efficient performance and enhanced thermal comfort for occupants while reducing building heating and cooling energy use.
Milwaukee Tool Advances Jobsite Head Protection with Protective Bump Caps
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Designed to meet the needs of service contractors, Milwaukee® expands its personal protective equipment lineup introducing 2 new protective Bump Cap solutions that offer enhanced head protection while maintaining a stylish, baseball cap-like appearance.
The Choice is Yours to Prevent Distracted Driving
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Each time your employee drivers get behind the wheel, their choices make a difference. They can safely reach their destination, but if they are distracted, they could face catastrophic consequences.
AI-Powered Insights to Find Answers
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Construction professionals currently spend 18% of their time searching for information on projects, relying on keyword searches and sifting through countless results to find answers.
Daikin Rebel® & Rebel Applied® Air-source Heat Pumps
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Rebel and Rebel Applied heat pumps provide superior HVAC performance with year-round comfort and energy savings up to 55% above ASHRAE standards.
Maximize Energy Efficiency and Connectivity with Symbio® 700
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
The Symbio 700 Controller is Trane’s digitally enabled equipment controller for rooftop units and split systems, including Odyssey™, Precedent®, Voyager® 3, and Axiom® Rooftop Water Source Heat Pumps.
Save Time on Deck with KCCM Anchors
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Hilti’s KCCM anchors help MEP contractors streamline wood formwork and metal decking projects. Versatile sizing and simplified installation helps reduce labor demands and boost productivity on every job.
Choose Formaldehyde-Free for Healthier Working Environments
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Building professionals face a significant challenge: exposure to harmful airborne particles, like formaldehyde and dust. That’s why HVAC fabricator, Sheet Metal Werks, chooses materials wisely to create safer, healthier environments for employees.
Price Industries Drop-Boxes (DBH)
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Drop-Boxes are a simple approach to air distribution for large volume spaces. Purchasing a pre-fabricated Drop-Box eliminates time-intensive design, assembly, and field sealing, allowing labor to focus on higher-value project tasks.
Stop Wrestling with Materials Prices: Digitize Your Supply Chain
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Mechanical contractors piece together their procurement-to-payment process with manual data entry, invoice chasing, and supplier calls.
Software Selection Guide for SMACNA Members
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Looking for new software, but drowning in options? This guide breaks down the selection process into manageable steps, with practical evaluation tips and expert recommendations.
Introducing the Retrotec Model 7000 Blower Door
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Retrotec's newest, lightest, and most versatile high-powered blower door fan.
Revolutionizing Field Ordering with BuildCentrix’s Blueprint Takeoffs
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
BuildCentrix Blueprint Takeoff streamlines estimating and project planning for sheet metal, piping & plumbing fab shops. Digitally analyze 2D drawings, capture dimensions and materials in 3D, and boost accuracy and efficiency when creating orders.
Automating Hanger Placement for Sheet Metal
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Discover how MSUITE Hangers transforms hanger placement from one of the biggest modeling bottlenecks into a streamlined, automated process. Sheet metal contractors can now cut placement time, reduce manual errors, & stay on schedule with automation.
AI to Combat Rising Material Costs
May 21, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Kojo launches AI tool suite to help contractors combat rising material costs.
Future-Ready Facilities: Digital Twin Meets CMMS
May 21, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Combined forces of Pinnacle Infotech & InnoMaint now deliver BIM-integrated Digital Twins for smarter and more resilient support for facility management.