Member Update

Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all SMACNA members with a combination of SMACNA National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.

New Bronze Associate Member – Appello

Mar 6, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn more about this all-in-one field operations management solution, specifically designed to optimize workforce and project management for specialty contractors and subcontractors.
Partners in Progress Conference Attendees Raise Over $20,000 for Charity

Mar 6, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA/SMART partnership benefits Second Harvest Food Bank, highlighting dual emphasis on labor/management collaboration and social responsibility.
2024 Bargainers Update Now Available

Mar 6, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Latest version contains resources that SMACNA chapters can use during the collective bargaining process.
Take a Survey on Material Procurement and Equipment Rental Practices

Mar 6, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Joint study, which is being conducted by the New Horizons Foundation and SMACNA Silver Associate Member Field Materials, is designed to collect trends impacting procurement practices.
SMACNA Wins Two Trendy Awards

Feb 28, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Member Update and WeAreWhatWeBreathe.com recognized with awards from Association Trends symbolizing excellence in association communications and marketing.
Final Reminder: Applications for a College of Fellows Scholarship Due Today!

Feb 28, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Today is the final day that applicants can submit materials for scholarship consideration for the 2024-25 academic year.
SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Milwaukee Tool

Feb 28, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Curtis Douglas-Majors, Market Manager, talks about how some of their innovations, especially their enhanced battery technology, can benefit SMACNA contractors in the field.
Submit Your Proposal for a 2024 SMACNA Annual Convention Educational Session

Feb 28, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA is accepting submissions for presentations that will cover relevant topics in HVAC, architectural sheet metal, industrial sheet metal, residential HVAC/sheet metal, and testing-adjusting-balancing.
FallTech is the Newest Silver Associate Member

Feb 28, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about this leading manufacturer of fall protection equipment products that meet or exceed ANSI standards, OSHA regulations, and CSA standards.
New Horizons Foundation Invites Members to Participate in Research Study

Feb 28, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update

New Horizons Foundation (NHF) Chair Guy Gast is personally inviting SMACNA Members to participate in a current research project undertaken by the University of Washington on benchmarking Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) modeling and management
SMOHIT Partners With Video Wellness Platform

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Wellbeats Wellness offers members high quality, expert-led fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes that can be played on mobile devices.
OSHA To Hold Webinar on Safety on Federal Construction Projects

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Women in Construction Week event will focus on several safety-focused issues including ergonomics and potential chemical hazards.
Premier Pacesetters Club Members Represent SMAC PAC At Super Bowl

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Group joins Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) during the NFL’s championship matchup.
Plan on Attending the Upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Register for the June 2-4 session that will give you the opportunity to engage with SMACNA leadership and listen to presentations about some of the forces impacting the industry.
Enlist in Financial Boot Camp!

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Registration now open for Financial Boot Camp: Interpreting Financial Statements, Navigating KPI’s, and Analyzing Financial Strategies.
Eli Howard and Geoff Parks Testify Before the Maryland General Assembly

Feb 14, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Representatives from SMACNA’s Technical Services Department outlined their support for legislation that would increase oversight on fire life safety damper installation and inspections.
SMACNA Interview: Chris Hronek

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The 2024 SMACNA Innovator of the Year discusses the need for ongoing development of new technologies within the industry.
Justin Crandol Featured in New SNIPS Article

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Director of Safety joins his peers for a discussion about safety priorities in 2024.
SMACNA Legislative Chair Attends PGA Phoenix Open, Congressional Retreat

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA Legislative Committee Chair and SMAC PAC Committee Member Carmen Koo meets with Representatives Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-5) and Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY-4)during the WM PGA Open Golf Event in Scottsdale, AZ.
Interest-Based Bargaining Workshop for Chapters and Local Unions Held in Orlando

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Session prepared bargainers for negotiations by teaching them best practices on how to maintain trust throughout the course of discussions.

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