News Archive

Watch The First 100 Days Webinar

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

A SMACNA Panel breaks down the critical developments from the first 100 Days of the Trump Administration.

5 New College of Fellows Inductees Announced

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The College’s newest members will be inducted during the President’s Luncheon on Wednesday, October 29th at the 2025 SMACNA Annual Convention in Maui.

Fab Forum Interview: Keegan Knoup (Helm Mechanical)

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Keegan discusses how attending the event helps him better understand emerging trends in the VDC realm and how learning from some of the best and brightest in the space will help his company succeed.

Fab Forum Interview: Michelle Acosta (Acosta Sheet Metal)

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of the valuable lessons Michelle learned during her visits to McCusker-Gill and the JATC.

Agenda for Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting Now Available

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Taking place in Louisville, Kentucky from June 1-3, the June 2025 event gives you the opportunity to hear all the latest SMACNA developments and future plans, along with the opportunity to have your Chapter's voice heard.

Tariff Policy Impact Examples Needed

Apr 30, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Government Affairs Team Seeks Real-World Examples of How Tariffs are Impacting Members’ Businesses

Attention 2025 Bargainers!

Apr 30, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Register now to attend an upcoming Bargainer’s Zoom call.

AI Reality Check: Unexpected Risk: Chatbots with Memory

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how to leverage these automatic assistants in a way that safeguards your important data.

AI-Powered Insights to Find Answers

Apr 23, 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.

Amplify Your Return on Investment with the Lockformer Spiral Tube Former 2.0

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Lockformer Spiral Tube Former 2.0 is compact and fast, forming 3–100” pipe at up to 344 FPM. With Spiral Smart Tech, on-the-fly slitting and trailer-ready design, it ensures quiet, precise production.

The Most Productive Way to Shear Strut on Site

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Designed for electricians, plumbers, and mechanical contractors, Milwaukee Tool's M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ Single Channel Strut Shear delivers precise measurements, consistent accuracy, and installation-ready cuts with no exposed blades.

Best Practices for Hiring Top Talent

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Hiring the right employees is critical for the success of any business. Effective hiring practices ensure you're bringing in top talent, they also help to minimize risks and create a positive work environment.

Build smarter with formaldehyde-free insulation

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Knauf Performance+ ® is the only full portfolio of fiberglass HVAC insulation that’s formaldehyde-free — which is good news for contractors.

New & Improved: Trane Modular Self-Contained Units

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Trane’s Modular Self-Contained Units have expanded capacities, new Symbio® controls and low-GWP refrigerant.

Price Industries Factory Mounted Piping Packages

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Factory Mounted Piping Packages can improve contractor margins while reducing project risk and delivery timelines. Available on all VAV boxes, fan powered boxes, and fan coil units.

Powerful Functionality, Made Simple with FastEST Software

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

FastDUCT and FastPIPE Estimating Software will speed up your estimating time and improve accuracy all while being easy to learn and use.

Greenheck Launches New Line of Rooftop Units

Apr 23, 2025 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Model RT simultaneously controls temperature and humidity to deliver optimized comfort.

Affordable Welding Training. Solved. Introducing Miller MobileArc Weld Simulator

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Weld into the Future: Experience the Miller MobileArc Revolution

nVent CADDY Pyramid Rooftop Systems

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

nVent CADDY Pyramid Rooftop Supports are surface-mounted for electrical and mechanical use on various roof types. Foam or rubber bottoms distribute loads evenly to avoid membrane damage. Built for rooftops, they withstand harsh weather long-term.

Why Specialty Contractors Are Rethinking Change Order Management

Apr 23, 2025 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

Today’s job sites are fast-moving, with constant changes leading to more change orders. Yet many contractors still use outdated methods like paper T&M tickets. A recent Clearstory survey of specialty contractors revealed some surprising insights.