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.
SMACNA Safety Sponsorship: Applications Now Open for 2025!
Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Invest in your professional development: SMACNA's Safety Sponsorship will send one member to the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo (Denver, CO, Sept. 15-17), covering up to $5,000.
Reminder: Real ID Deadline Approaching Soon!
Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Beginning May 7, 2025, the federal government will require you to present a REAL ID compliant driver's license or ID card, or another federally approved form of ID, to board a domestic flight.
PMI Graduates on Their Way to Success!
Mar 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Individuals have demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence in project management and leadership, equipping themselves with the skills necessary to drive success in their organizations.
AI Reality Check for March: Humanoid Robots
Mar 18, 2025 |5 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the realities and myths surrounding recent advances in robotics and how they will impact our industry.
Webinar: Using ChatGPT with Excel
Mar 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
This session is designed to explore how ChatGPT and other AI tools can help you get the most out of Excel.
SMACNA Members: Get Your Free Copy of the Newly Released SMACNA Standards
Mar 12, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA Member Company & Chapter Offices: Order one free copy of the SMACNA® Seismic Restraint Manual: Guidelines for Mechanical Systems and SMACNA® Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards.
Just Released: SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Videos
Mar 12, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
These instructional videos focus on key aspects of HVAC duct fabrication and installation, helping SMACNA contractors confidently handle complex components with precision and safety.
SMACPAC Pacesetter Ambassador Rob Schimmelphennig Covers Capitol Hill in Day-long Meetings
Mar 12, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
CEO of the HAVE, Inc. firm in suburban Cleveland, was in Washington, DC to advance SMACNA’s positions on workforce reforms, infrastructure, CHIPS Act.
Senate Confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Serve as Secretary of Labor
Mar 11, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
As a Member of Congress, Rep. Chavez-DeRemer distinguished herself by serving her congressional district in a bipartisan, fair, and balanced manner, earning widespread support for her work creating initiatives, ideas, and legislation.
SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Federated Insurance
Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Patrick Cunningham discusses some of the firm’s product offerings and details the value of their long-time SMACNA partnership.
Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
MEP Presenter outlines how attending the conference helped her better understand some of the emerging techniques evolving data management.
Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Zach discussed how the preparation for his session helped him sharpen his own professional toolbox.
New Clear the Air Episode: Residential Contracting
Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
This special edition of SMACNA’s newest podcast brings together some of our leading residential contractors to discuss the pressing issues in the space.
We Need You for The Operations Hub!
Mar 11, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA is looking for subject matter experts to drive critical conversations on topics such as IPD, Megaprojects, Contract Negotiations and more!
Attend SMOHIT’S Resilience and Mindfulness Webinars
Mar 11, 2025 |3 min read — Member Update
Upcoming March sessions will address critical topics such as trauma and mindfulness.
SMACNA Associate Member Interview: RIVET
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
CEO Ryan Meitl details how RIVET continues to grow, and how they are tailoring their products to meet the project management needs of their customers.
SMACNA Contractor Spotlight: Modern Niagara
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the Canadian-based contractor that is becoming a standard setter when it comes to safety innovation and incorporating revolutionary technologies throughout their workflow.
SMACNA Urges Expedited Confirmation of Labor Nominee
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA sends endorsement of former Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-5) to serve as the 30th Secretary of Labor to the United States Senate urging quick confirmation.
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Liz Fong, Operations Integration Manager with McDonald-Miller and the SMACNA Innovator of the Year, joins us at the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference.
Clear the Air Interview: Edson Alves Junior (Star Center/SMACNA Brasil)
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Seth and Edson discuss why being a part of SMACNA is so critical for Brazilian contractors.
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