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Blythe Mechanical, Bellingham, Washington
Cerris Systems West Gilbert, Arizona
Cool Air Mechanical Inc., Anchorage, Alaska
First American Industries, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
First Service Mechanical Inc., South Salt Lake, Utah
Fused LLC, Trafalgar, Indiana
Galmiche & Sons Inc., Saint Louis, Missouri
Heinz Mechanical Industries Inc., Clackamas, Oregon
Hillco Distributing, Chicago, Illinois
Kleeberg Sheet Metal, Cromwell, Connecticut
Kolsten Industrial, Gilbert, Arizona
Metal Creek Mechanical LLC, Palmer, Alaska
Veterans Holdings LLC, Moscow Mills, Missouri

Published: July 9, 2025

SMACNews May/June 2025

IN THIS ISSUE

A “Good Catch” for Safety

icon Mechanical’s proactive safety approach earns SMACNA’s 2024 Safety Innovation Award.

ARCHITECTURAL: Detroit Firm Rebuilds Historic Tower’s Copper Crown

CASS Sheet Metal battles wind, weather and tricky scaffolding to restore the iconic Detroit Towers.

CAPITOL HILL UPDATE: HVAC Tax Credits on the Chopping Block in House GOP Tax Plan

In May, House Republicans unveiled their much-anticipated tax package, and the news was not great for HVAC tax credits. The 389-page bill included the repeal of two major HVAC tax credits that address residential energy efficiency improvements.

Fab Forum Showcases Innovation and Training in Boston

Sheet metal leaders gather for hands-on learning and facility tours.

Financial Resilience: Strengthen Your Scenario Planning in 2025

Halfway through 2025, and from where we all stand, contractors’ continued challenges may seem unpredictable. Material costs have fluctuated due to regulatory changes and supply chain disruptions.

HVAC: Modern Niagara Bets Big on Ottawa’s Hard Rock Casino Revamp

In a landmark project, Modern Niagara is spearheading the transformation of an aging casino in Ottawa into a cutting-edge Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

INDUSTRIAL: How to Navigate Explosive Growth

Allied Mechanical balances industrial megaprojects with customer loyalty and long-term strategy.

Innovating, Educating and Connecting For a Stronger Future

During my travels, I emphasize to all our members: SMACNA is your association. SMACNA exists solely to promote the interests of our members and the union sheet metal/HVAC industry.

NLRB In Limbo Following the Unprecedented Removal of Member Gwynne Wilcox

In early 2025, President Trump removed Gwynne Wilcox, a Democratic appointee to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), despite the fact that her five-year term did not expire until 2028.

RESIDENTIAL: Flourishing in the Residential Market

Metro Air increases its residential customer base by focusing on customer service, continued employee education and cost control.

Safety First, Profits Follow

How prioritizing safety builds a more profitable and sustainable business.

Strengthening SMACNA: Engaged Members, Stronger Connections

Entering my fourth year as CEO, I have moments when I can reflect on what it means to be a part of SMACNA.

Union Contractors Make Capitol Hill Push at CEA Conference

SMACNA and CEA allies spotlight workforce, infrastructure and tax priorities to new Congress and administration

Welcome New SMACNA Members