2026 Bargainers Update Now Available

The latest version contains resources that SMACNA chapters can use during the collective bargaining process.

As SMACNA Chapters enter the bargaining process with their union partners, it is critical that they are equipped with the tools and resources to ensure smooth, productive negotiations. SMACNA’s Bargainers Update provides resources that SMACNA Chapters can use during these discussions. These include materials to familiarize individuals with the collective bargaining process, previous settlements, costing studies, National Pension Fund information, and more. This reference guide is designed to help you better understand the labor environment and negotiate with union counterparts collaboratively.

Click here to view the 2026 Bargainers Update. 


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