News Archive

  • EZ-R Phenolic Lined Duct

    Apr 30, 2024 |2 min read Products & Services Update

    Sheet Metal Connectors now offers EZ-R phenolic lined metal ductwork, which is easier to install and simpler to handle than traditional 3" double-wall insulated sheet metal and comes pre-insulated, fully assembled, and ready to install.

  • Eiffel Tower's Olympic Twirl

    Apr 30, 2024 |3 min read Products & Services Update

    Paris' Iron Lady, the iconic Eiffel Tower, faced a crossroads: how to remain relevant in 2024's Olympic spotlight? This symbol of love soaring above the Seine embraced BIM (Building Information Modeling), a revolutionary technology, for its

  • Daikin Trailblazer® AGZ-F Air-cooled Chiller

    Apr 30, 2024 |1 min read Products & Services Update

    The next generation of Daikin’s air-cooled scroll chiller delivers up to a 33% reduction in spatial footprint, 10% reduction in weight, and an 88% reduction in refrigerant charge compared to previous models.

  • AI for Packing Slips and Receipts

    Apr 30, 2024 |2 min read Products & Services Update

    Save an average of 15-30 mins for each order by eliminating manual processing and data entry and save 5-10% in material costs by automatically catching discrepancies between what was ordered and received.

  • 3 Ways Procore Helps SCs Implement & Adopt Technology

    Apr 30, 2024 |2 min read Products & Services Update

    Specialty contractors face complex challenges every day, but adopting new technologies doesn’t have to be one of them. Procore offers several services on top of its construction management platform.

  • 16 Essential Financial Metrics for SMACNA Members

    Apr 30, 2024 |2 min read Products & Services Update

    Struggling to make the right financial calls for your subcontracting business? Read this comprehensive guide that breaks down the key metrics you should monitor and analyze for optimal financial performance and sustainable growth.

  • 3 New College of Fellows Inductees Announced

    Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    The College’s newest members will be inducted during the President’s Luncheon on Wednesday, October 30th at the 2024 SMACNA Annual Convention in Palm Springs.

  • Support the SMAC Administrative Fund

    Apr 24, 2024 |2 min read Member Update

    Your tax-deductible investment in the SMAC Administrative Fund (SMACAF) will help boost our political campaign for beneficial tax reforms and continued infrastructure victories vital to our industry’s success.

  • ASHRAE Journal Publishes Article on Outdoor Air Ventilation

    Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    “The Impact of Outdoor Air Ventilation in School Corridors” details how increasing ventilation in these spaces can reduce exposure to contaminants while also enhancing overall IAQ. 

  • Toolbox Talk: Embracing Generational Diversity

    Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    Take a moment to learn more about how bridging generational gaps can bring out each team member’s different strengths and abilities.

  • SMACNA Annual Convention Registration Opens April 23rd!

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    REGISTER NOW! Join your friends, peers, chapter executives and industry leaders at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, CA on October 27-30, 2024.

  • Invitation to Participate in the Core Work Survey for Mega Projects Task Force

    Apr 17, 2024 |2 min read Member Update

    SMACNA members are encouraged to participate in an effort that will support the implementation of mega projects while ensuring long-term organizational stability and growth for both SMART and SMACNA. 

  • Regulation of the Month: National Apprenticeship System Revisions

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    Learn more about the Department of Labor’s efforts to strengthen apprenticeship standards, worker protections, and pathways to apprenticeship programs.

  • Procore Seeks Speakers for Groundbreak 2024

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    Premier Partner company encourages SMACNA members to take advantage of this opportunity to share their perspective with a global audience of construction professionals.

  • SMACPAC Joins Rep. Henry Cuellar at NBA Game

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    Texas Congressman is a leading champion on many key policies, including childcare for registered apprentices, infrastructure, Davis-Bacon and boosting skilled workforce training efforts in Texas and nationally.

  • Webinar: Courageous Conversations

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    By attending the May 16th event, you can learn more about the techniques that can be used to build inclusive teams through a culture of respect. 

  • OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety to Meet

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    April 24th session will focus on Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Workplaces and Infectious Diseases rulemaking.

  • Take Part in the National Safety Stand-Down

    Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    May 6-10 observance will focus on preventing falls in construction sites.

  • U.S. Department of Labor Releases $200 Million for Registered Apprenticeships

    Apr 10, 2024 |1 min read Member Update

    Funding will be made available through grants that will be made available according to geography.

  • Tell Your Senators to Vote Yes on H.R. 7024 - Pass Equipment, R&D Tax Incentives

    Apr 10, 2024 |2 min read Member Update

    H.R. 7024 addresses SMACNA’s top tax priorities - extensions to the bonus depreciation, equipment expensing, and R&D tax credits. After passage in the U.S. House, Senate approval of H.R. 7024 will save hundreds of billions of dollars for industry