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.

Notice of SMACNA’s Annual Business Meeting

Aug 9, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

4 U.S. Board of Director members and 1 Canadian Board of Director member will be elected at the October 18th meeting.
Department of Labor Issues Heat Hazard Alert

Aug 2, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

Notification designed to reinforce employer’s obligation to protecting workers from heat related illness and notify businesses of stepped-up OSHA inspections and enforcement.
Watch The Facts on Fiberglass: Understanding the Research

Jun 28, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

Now available for SMACNA members to view, this recorded webinar examines the safety and performance of fiberglass insulation and how it stacks up against other comparative products in the industry.
Webinar: Tools to Engage Homeowners About Heat Pumps, Electrification, and IRA Funding

Jun 14, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

Joint SMACNA/SMART/Rewiring America session on June 22nd will detail best practices when it comes to replacing fossil fuel devices with electric alternatives.
SMACNA Webinar: Optimizing IAQ & Energy Efficiency with Sorbent Ventilation Technology

May 31, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

This free webinar will cover how sorbent ventilation technology works and why it can drastically help SMACNA contractors' customers save money and improve energy efficiency.
SMACNA Webinar – The Facts on Fiberglass: Understanding the Research

May 24, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

Attend this free webinar to learn about dozens of studies supporting the safety and performance of fiberglass insulation that could eliminate any lingering fears a contractor might have.
Department of Treasury Releases Clean Energy Tax Credit Guidance

May 17, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

Production Tax Credit will reward facilities that meet domestic content requirements when working on clean energy projects.
IPG Photonics Joins as Silver Associate Member

May 10, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s newest Silver Associate Member is the inventor and world’s leading producer of high-power fiber lasers, which enable greater precision, higher speed processing, more flexible production methods and enhanced productivity.
Pat Brooks Featured in Recent SNIPS Article

Apr 26, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

Engineer reflects on his 40-year career with SMACNA and the greater industry.
BE4ALL Learning Journey: Mental Health

Mar 22, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

April Learning Journey session will feature Aldo Zambetti of SMOHIT as a guest speaker.
BE 4 ALL Graphics

Mar 15, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

Speaker list continues to expand, hotel room block set to expire on April 5th.
New Horizons Foundation awarded a research grant from Stanley Black & Decker

Jan 18, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

The award comes from a grant program designed to promote non-profits active in supporting workforce development in the skilled trades and manufacturing.
Take the SMACNA Annual Labor Report Survey

Oct 27, 2022 |1 min read — Member Update

Process allows SMACNA to better understand the labor climate for the upcoming year.
PLAs Feature in Syracuse Micron Plant Project

Oct 6, 2022 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA champions PLAs as key element to ensure fair wages, skilled labor, and contracting transparency throughout a project.
DOL Holding Virtual Meeting on OSHA Whistleblower Program

Oct 6, 2022 |1 min read — Member Update

Program will help gather information to be used to improve the program.
Iowa SMACNA Members Meet with Congresswoman Axne, House Majority Caucus Chair Jeffries

Sep 22, 2022 |1 min read — Member Update

Members discussed workforce development issues with congressional leaders at Des Moines, IA issues event.
SMACNA, TAUC, NECA and MCAA publish Pre-Qualification Article

May 26, 2022 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's Safety Director recently on Construction User piece with colleagues from NECA, MCAA, and TAUC.
Last Call for Safety Surveys

May 5, 2022 |2 min read — Member Update

Don’t miss your final opportunity to partake in this program and be automatically entered to win a SMACNA Safety Excellence Award.
SMACNA opposes H.R. 1284 and S. 403

Mar 10, 2022 |3 min read — Member Update

Proposed legislation would limit the use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) in federal construction projects.
PinP Conference Hotel Discount Ends Today

Jan 20, 2022 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA members who are attending will need to confirm their reservations at Resorts World Las Vegas today to lock in the special rate.

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