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 Let’s Talk Shop: Kevin Gill Jr./Kevin Gill, Sr.
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Angie Simon talks to the leaders of Boston-based McCusker Gill to learn more about the history of the family-owned company and how they are thriving in the market.
Did You Know: SMACNA New Website Edition: Technical Standards
Mar 4, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Learn more about how to successfully leverage some of SMACNA’s most critical assets.
2025 CEA National Issues Conference: Early-Bird Registration Closes March 12th
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update
Join us in Washington DC to learn more about the regulatory and legislative issues impacting the union construction industry!
Attend an Upcoming Bargainers Zoom!
Mar 4, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update
Stay informed on the latest bargaining developments and connect directly with SMACNA’s labor relations experts, SMACNA legal counsel, and your industry peers.
SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Procore
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about how the SMACNA Premier Partner looks to help contractors manage their operations as efficiently as possible.
SMACNA Associate Member Interview: Knauf
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about some of the product offerings from the SMACNA Platinum Associate Member and how working with SMACNA helps them better understand the forces dictating the industry.
Leading the Way in Zero-Carbon Design
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Daikin Applied is pioneering a zero-carbon future with high-efficiency HVAC technology, setting a new benchmark for sustainable industrial design.
SMAC PAC Ambassadors Active Early in 2025
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s top legislative and political advocates are working hard to strengthen relationships and build momentum for our legislative priorities as the new Congressional leadership’s agenda gets fully underway.
New Clear the Air Episode: Tom Martin
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s President talks about his term so far and what he hopes to accomplish throughout the rest of 2025!
Aaron Hilger Talks About Impacts of Tariffs on Contractors
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s CEO joins Seth Lennon on a special edition of the Clear the Air podcast to outline what members need to know about the Trump Administration’s proposed actions on steel and aluminum imports.
SMACNA Project Spotlight: Ottawa Public Library (Modern Niagara)
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the work being done by Canadian-based SMACNA Contractor Modern Niagara on the Ottawa Public Library System's new Central Branch at Ādisōke facility and learn more about this future landmark in the heart of Canada’s capital city!
Final Call for College of Scholarship Applications
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
February 28th is the final day for eligible students from the SMACNA extended family to apply for scholarships for the 25-26 academic year.
Feb 26, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Join us this spring for SMACNA’s exclusive Bargainer’s Zoom Sessions! Stay informed on the latest bargaining developments and connect directly with SMACNA’s labor relations experts, SMACNA legal counsel, and your industry peers.
Participate in the SMACNews Survey
Feb 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
We encourage our members to participate in a survey regarding SMACNews, SMACNA’s flagship publication.
February AI Reality Check: DeepSeek and AI Progress
Feb 26, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the need to avoid adopting DeepSeek-powered applications, at least in the near term.
Did You Know: SMACNA New Website Edition — Search Tool
Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s enhanced website search is now smarter, faster, and more comprehensive than ever before.
Submit Your Proposals for 2025 SMACNA Annual Convention Sessions
Feb 19, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Between now and March 31, 2025, submit your idea for an educational session dealing with relevant industry topics such as HVAC, architectural sheet metal, industrial sheet metal, residential HVAC/sheet metal, and testing-adjusting-balancing.
Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
CFO of The Penn Air Group talks about the labor/management paradigm and why pursuing a collaborative relationship with labor representatives is so critical.
SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Johns Manville
Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about some of the new fiberglass duct offerings and why collaborating with SMACNA is so critical.
SMACNA Interview: Denise Murphy McGraw
Feb 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s Special Assistant for Political Affairs outlines what members can do to get themselves more engaged politically with state and local leaders.
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