Member Update

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  New Silver Associate Member – Clearstory Technologies

  Oct 2, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about this Change Order Communication Tool purpose-built to help Specialty Contractors reduce risk and get paid faster.

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  College of Fellows Accepting Nominations for Fellowship

  Oct 2, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Nominate a contractor or chapter executive who has made significant contributions and advancements to the industry for membership in this illustrious body.

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  New Horizons Foundation Podcast: Workforce Development Episode 2

  Oct 2, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Clark Ellis and Rob Luce talk about the SME Educational Foundation's mission while also discussing their talent development best practices.

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  6-time NBA Champion Scottie Pippen to Address the 2025 Safety and Health Conference

  Oct 2, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Former Chicago Bulls Superstar will discuss the importance of embracing the fundamentals, supporting, and encouraging those around him, and doing whatever it took for his team to succeed. 

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  Registration Now Open for the 2025 Fab Forum

  Oct 2, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Event features an exclusive tour hosted by McCusker-Gill. Explore their cutting-edge facility in Hingham, MA, specializing in HVAC ductwork fabrication. Witness firsthand the innovative techniques and technologies they employ, with a

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  College of Fellows Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

  Oct 2, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Program now open to eligible students from the SMACNA extended family for the 25-26 academic year.

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  National Safety Council Names SMACNA a Safety Champion

  Sep 25, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  The NSC’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Safety Champion awards recognize stand-out safety professionals who share a commitment to fostering safer environments and outcomes for all. 

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  Registration for December Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting Now Open

  Sep 25, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  December 8-10 event is an opportunity to learn more about the latest SMACNA developments and for your chapter to engage with SMACNA leadership.

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  Upcoming SMACNA Webinars

  Sep 25, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  These presentations will give you expert guidance and advice on numerous topics that have a direct impact on your business.

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  New Horizons Foundation Workforce Development Podcast Episode 1

  Sep 25, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Clark Ellis is joined by Guy Gast and Samantha Groark to examine workforce development in Central Iowa and how some of the best practices and lessons learned can potentially be applied elsewhere. 

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  Identifying Key Clauses to Mitigate Construction Risk

  Sep 25, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Do you know how to properly identify and remedy the “killer clauses” in construction contracts that pose a significant financial risk?

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  SMACPAC Holds Fundraiser for Rep. Matt Cartwright

  Sep 25, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Pennsylvania Democratic Member of Congress has been a long-time industry champion on issues such as school construction, Davis-Bacon and PLA reforms.

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  Watch ‘Manage Your Company’s Vehicle Fleet Like a Pro’

  Sep 25, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  This recently held webinar is now available for SMACNA members to watch at their convenience.

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  Fall Protection Remains OSHA’s Highest Cited Standard

  Sep 25, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  OSHA lists the top 10 violated standards throughout the course of FY2023.

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  MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC Invite You to the Biggest Construction Safety Event of the Year

  Sep 18, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Registration is now open! Early bird pricing ends on December 2, 2024.

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  SMACNA Boosts Support for Commercial to Residential Building Conversion Tax Incentives

  Sep 18, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  H.R. 9002, the Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act would create market-based tax incentives for converting existing commercial buildings to residential use.

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  Read the Latest Toolbox Talk on Alcoholism

  Sep 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how to build a workplace where coworkers can seek support from their crewmates when they are confronting alcohol use disorder.  

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  Tapping Your Hidden Communication Superpowers

  Sep 18, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn how you can easily improve the Art of Communication to build stronger teams at work and project a winning image.

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  Video: SMART/SMACNA LMCF Maternity Leave Reimbursement Program

  Sep 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Video and associated documents will assist in better understanding program that helps provide reimbursement to local health and welfare plans for benefits paid for paid time off/disability programs for pregnant workers or those who just have given

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  Montana Sheet Metal Workers Looking for Apprenticeship Coordinator

  Sep 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Role would manage and oversee several aspects of the apprenticeship program.  

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