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HVAC: HVAC for Healthcare

Brandt works on massive mechanical and plumbing project in the healthcare sector. 

Withdrawal Liability and the Sale of a Business

Generally, when a contractor sells its business, it either sells the stock of the business or it sells the assets of the business. The sale of stock does not constitute a withdrawal from a multiemployer pension plan, and if stock is sold, there need be no accommodation for withdrawal liability as part of the sale transaction.

Rapid Response Protocol

The Committee has worked to develop a template of policies and procedures that will foster an inclusive environment within the industry. It is our belief that by fostering a work environment free of bias our industry will be better able to retain our current talent, as well as recruit new talent to the workforce. These policies and procedures are intended to be a template and guide. Local areas are urged to work with their legal counsel to ensure that local laws are being followed.

Safety Award Program

Each year SMACNA conducts a Safety Awards Program to recognize SMACNA members with the lowest injury/illness rates during the prior calendar year.

Milwaukee Tool

Since the company began in 1924, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver increased productivity and unmatched durability for professional construction users. Whether it is through our world-leading M12™ and M18™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of our M12 and M18 FUEL™ products, jobsite lighting, time-saving accessories, or innovative hand tool and storage products, we are dedicated to delivering a continuous flow of advanced, trade-specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is not simply a manufacturer – we are progressive problem solvers.

SMAC PAC Prior Approval

Federal Election Law requires SMAC PAC to have a signed prior approval (PA) form on file before it can inform you about political events and activities. 

U.S. Department of Labor Releases $200 Million for Registered Apprenticeships

Funding will be made available through grants that will be made available according to geography.

Contractor Fabricates Solution to Common Problem Confronted During COVID-19 Crisis

It’s not just toilet paper and personal protective equipment that’s in short supply during the coronavirus pandemic.

Leveraging Tech to Combat COVID-19 Productivity Losses

It’s been a tough year for construction margins. To bolster their chances of profitability, savvy contractors are leveraging software to meticulously document COVID-related delays, track productivity from the field, and automate COVID-related protocols wherever possible.

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Partners in Progress

A joint venture between SMACNA contractors and SMART members that reinforces the mutual goal of delivering quality workmanship for sheet metal applications and heating ventilating and air conditioning systems—using accepted industry standards—performed in a productive, efficient, and environmentally conscious manner.

Making a Difference in America’s Comeback City

CASS helps build an upscale subdivision in Detroit, installing the metal roofing and siding.

Case Study: Cable Suspension - 60% Faster Installation

Read how a leading HVAC company achieved significant time savings and improved efficiency by adopting Griplock Systems’ HVAC cable suspension systems, moving away from their previous reliance on strut and all-thread.

NJAB Article X, Section 8 Submittal Forms

Parties wishing to have a contract renewal or specialty addenda dispute heard by the NJAB should make a submission on the approved Article X §8 forms. Please note, there are no approved forms for making a submission under SFUA Article X §10.

SMACNA’s Annual Industry Labor Report is Now Available

SMACNA’s 2024 Annual Industry Labor Report has been released and is available for all SMACNA Members to view. 

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Eli P. Howard, III

Eli P. Howard, III is the Executive Director of Technical Services and Research SMACNA. Howard has been with SMACNA for 25 years responsible for all SMACNA Technical Standards, Manuals and Guidelines for the HVAC, Industrial, Residential and Architectural industry.

Leadership

The SMACNA Executive Committee is the association’s policy and steering body, responsible for all long-term planning, financial budgets, investments, policy positions, and statements.

Donor Club Structure & Recognition

Team Leadership

This issue of SMACNews deals with industry trends to watch in 2019. We’ve seen a strong trend in leadership over the last decade that continues to gain momentum, and that’s the shift from a singular leader to a team of leaders.

David Flatten

Peer Group Survey

Joining a peer group allows members a unique opportunity to network and build relationships with fellow members and share their expertise.

SMACNA to Host Cybersecurity Webinar

Managing Your Cyber Risk will cover several layers of risk management that will help reduce a business’s exposure.

Department of Energy Acquisition Guide

Regulatory requirements for the acquisition process are set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and are supplemented in the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR). 

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Balancing the Portfolio – Creating a High-Performance Service Group

Speaker: Maxim 

Having a service and special projects group to help balance the portfolio can create additional financial stability to an otherwise fluctuating industry.  During this session, we will discuss the life cycle of the service business. We will discuss how to define the business model to ensure proper viability of target environment.  From there, we will then discuss the entire workflow ranging from dispatch, technology implementation, billing and collections best practices, and customer management.  

Eiffel Tower's Olympic Twirl

Paris' Iron Lady, the iconic Eiffel Tower, faced a crossroads: how to remain relevant in 2024's Olympic spotlight? This symbol of love soaring above the Seine embraced BIM (Building Information Modeling), a revolutionary technology, for its magnificent 2024 Olympic renovation.

Collective Bargaining

Whether it’s preparing for or navigating collective bargaining negotiations or dealing with issues that arise during the life of your collective bargaining agreement, SMACNA has resources available to answer your most pertinent questions. 

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How to Make Your Meetings Effective & Concise

Read about three easily implementable recommendations that will make your business meetings shorter and more successful.

OSHA reporting rule on post incident drug testing

Summarized reporting requirements under the OSHA rule for electronic reporting of injury and illness data and provides further information on post incident drug testing. 

Construction Industry Procurement Coalition (CIPC)

The Construction Industry Procurement Coalition is a coalition of 15 trade associations representing construction design professionals, prime contractors, specialty trade contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, sureties and surety bond producers.

Mike Bailey

Safety Sponsorship Program

The SMACNA Safety and Health Committee, in partnership with the Sheet Metal Industry BE4ALL initiative, is offering a Safety Sponsorship program to one eligible individual in the safety field. This program provides the opportunity to attend the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo, to promote professional development, learning, and networking. 

Department of Labor

The purpose of DOL is to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.

Legislative Issues

The combined efforts of SMACNA's dedicated legislative staff, wreinforced by committed, active SMACNA members, directly impacts the legislative process and regulatory environment so our industry can grow and thrive. See the latest policies, legislative issues, and related letters & testimony.

Matherly Installs Largest Energy Efficiency Project at Tinker Air Force Base

Matherly Mechanical Contractors has been working at Tinker Air Force Base since the 1960s — taking the lead as well as subcontracting on a wide variety of HVAC, sheet metal, and mechanical jobs.

New Opportunities and Industry Growth in 2019

More design/build work, large-scale capital projects, and industry growth. SMACNA industrial contractors are confident this year promises to be a positive one for the industrial sector. Read on to hear more from H.T. Lyons, Central Industrial Sheet Metal, and Gribbins Insulation.

The Hard Work: Start with Culture

In our last column, we talked about the harder work of leadership. All aspects of leading a team or organization are tough. Particularly during this difficult time, our full attention might be drawn to the urgent and immediate.

Residential Service: A New Norm in a COVID-19 World

From personal protective equipment to customer anxiety, contractors are navigating an unprecedented landscape.

College of Fellows Spring Meeting Registration

Effective Communication AND Action Planning

Speaker: Maxim

The ability to communicate well and to set actionable goals are two of the most powerful accelerants for your career. During this session, you will learn how to sharpen your communication skills and refine your goal setting and action planning abilities.  

SMACNA Applauds DOL’s Independent Contractor Rule as “Important First Step.”

Rule Targets Anti-Competitive Contractor Wage and Withholding Fraud

Webinar: Safe Ladder Use In Construction

CPWR session will engage on topics such as ladder design and proper use.

Procore

Procore is a leading global provider of construction management software. Our platform connects every project stakeholder to solutions built specifically for the construction industry—for the owner, the general contractor, and the specialty contractor. Visit procore.com/SMACNA to learn about special pricing for SMACNA members.

Recent Webinar Recording Now Available

How to Save When Purchasing Materials with the Help of AI was presented by Victor Gane, Co-Founder and COO of Field Materials.

International Training Institute

Jointly sponsored by SMACNA and SMART, ITI supports apprenticeship and advanced career training for union workers in the sheet metal industry throughout the United States and Canada. ITI produces a standardized curriculum supported by a wide variety of training materials free of charge to apprentices and journey-level workers.

The Construction Labor Research Council (CLRC) Settlements Report Now Available

Latest release contains both general and detailed information on the total package increases for union craft workers in construction so far in 2023.

Stanley E. Kolbe, Jr

Stanley E. Kolbe, Jr. is Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs for SMACNA. Kolbe has been a construction industry Washington representative for 3 decades, working on industry issues representing SMACNA and prior to that, the American Institute of Architects. Earlier in his career, Kolbe worked for the US Conference of Mayors and the United States Senate Small Business Committee.