News Archive

Stan Kolbe Quoted in Recent Issue of Contracting Business Magazine

Apr 1, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs discusses the Supreme Court curtailing the Trump Administration’s emergency tariff powers.

Webinar: Agent Harnesses

Apr 1, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the impact of the next generation of AI chatbots and how they will impact your company.

Construction Legal Trends Continue to Evolve

Mar 26, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Contractors are facing increased scrutiny and evolving expectations across jurisdictions, making it essential to stay informed and proactive.

Buffalo Bills Stadium Project Draws National Attention

Mar 26, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

The project — one of the largest public-private stadium investments in the country — underscores the significant role of skilled construction labor in delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure.

Rays Move Forward with Major Stadium Development

Mar 26, 2026 |1 min read

Projects of this scale represent significant investment in local economies and create opportunities across the construction sector, including HVAC and mechanical systems work.

Florida Advances New Union Election Requirements

Mar 26, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Legislation builds on earlier efforts to reshape public-sector labor policy in the state and reflects a broader national trend of reevaluating union governance, participation thresholds, and accountability.

Supervisor Training Academy Graduates on Their Way to Success!

Mar 25, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the latest Supervisor Training Academy (STA) graduates

Early Bird Rate for the SMACNA Leadership Conference Ends April 1

Mar 25, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

This high-impact conference focuses on the federal policies most important to SMACNA contractors and provides an opportunity to receive training in effective advocacy techniques.

SMACNA Recognized for Excellence in Video

Mar 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Ragan Communications awards SMACNA five Honorable Mentions in their 2025 Video, Visual & Virtual Awards.

Attend the Sheet Metal Industry Institutes Conference

Mar 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

This event, which combines the iTi, NEMI and SMOHIT conferences, focuses on the industry as a whole, allowing you to experience more, learn more, network more — all in the convenience of one session.

March AI Reality Check: All AI is Not the Same

Mar 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

In recent months we’re starting to see some real differences emerge between the different AI models

Learn More About Safe Ladder Use

Mar 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

By using proper equipment, you can successfully prevent falls, which are one of the leading causes of injury and death on the jobsite.

Learn More About OSHA Rules on Workplace Safety Signs and Tags

Mar 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

OSHA 1910.145 lays out regulations relating how to successfully and clearly communicate workplace hazards.

Strengthen Your Workplace by Reviewing the OSHA Top 10

Mar 18, 2026 |3 min read — Products & Services Update

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards serve to keep employers aware of common risks across all industries.

Meet Procore Helix: AI that Builds with you

Mar 18, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

We’ve unified your construction data into an AI-powered intelligence layer that answers questions, automates tasks, and delivers actionable insights in real time.

Data-Driven Contracting Meets Data-Driven Manufacturing

Mar 18, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Mestek Machinery and Stratus have partnered to digitally connect the Lockformer Spiral Tubeformer with real-time data, boosting efficiency, reducing labor, and streamlining HVAC fabrication.

Milwaukee® Unlocks the HVACR Industry's First Fully Cordless Service Calls

Mar 18, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Milwaukee Tool’s M18™ Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine delivers a breakthrough solution for HVAC professionals.

Reliability, Consistency and Savings with Price Controls

Mar 18, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Factory-mounted controls save cost and time, but those benefits are amplified when you leave it to the manufacturer to provide the VAVs and controls as a package – ready for installation.

Performance+®: the natural choice for fiberglass insulation

Mar 18, 2026 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Contractors and fabricators can feel better working with Performance+® fiberglass insulation as it’s made from sustainable materials that support the environment and healthier indoor air quality.

Reliable Rental Solutions for Contractors

Mar 18, 2026 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Trane Rentals delivers fast, reliable climate control solutions designed to keep construction projects on schedule and budgets on track.