News Archive
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Fiberglass Duct Liner Webinar Recording Now Available
Apr 10, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Watch the recently held webinar, Fiberglass Duct Liner for Efficient & Quiet HVAC Systems.
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April 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity
Apr 8, 2024 |4 min read — State Legislative
Learn more about how SMACNA Oregon-SW Washington's Work on Retainage Reform, Biden Administration Approves Wind Project, DOE Approves Clean Energy Funding at Current and Former Mining Sites.
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Give Your Members A Sense of Ownership in Their Chapter
Apr 5, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership
New report indicates that association members are looking for sustained and personalized outreach where consistent interaction is maintained.
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SMACNA Revamping Safety Awards Program
Apr 5, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership
Awards for Safety Achievement and Safety Innovation, along with the 2024 Safety Survey are now open for applications.
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Federated Insurance Renews Premier Partner Status
Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
This ongoing to commitment from Federated Insurance to helping SMACNA members will continue through 2026.
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Urge Your Senator to Support Critical Tax Legislation
Apr 3, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update
H.R. 7024, which addresses SMACNA top tax priorities such as extensions to the bonus depreciation, equipment expensing, and R&D tax credits. While it passed the U.S. House, it needs Senate passage now! Estimated impact to near term equipment
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OSHA Announces Its Final Rule For the Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process
Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Rule clarifies the rights of employees to authorize a representative to accompany an Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance officer during an inspection.
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Withdrawal Liability Webinar Recording Now Available
Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Watch this recently held webinar that tackled the basics of withdrawal liability and was presented by Mike McNally, Partner at Fox Rothschild LLP.
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Upcoming Webinar - Building a Dynamic Contracting Business Through Constant Change
Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn best practices for seamlessly integrating new technologies into existing workflows, optimizing processes, and maximizing ROI.
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OSHA Budget To Remain Unchanged Throughout FY 2024
Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 (H.R. 2882) allocates nearly $632.3 million for the government’s safety watchdog.
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Innovation within the Layout Category
Mar 28, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Milwaukee Tool continues to drive innovation with the launch of three new M18™ Rotary Lasers that are impact protected with the ability to withstand 1-½ meter drops and 2-meter tripod tips and provide a simplified setup for users.
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Federated Insurance Launches Free Risk Management Academy
Mar 28, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
Led by risk management professionals, Risk Management Academy will be held from June 4-6 at Federated’s home office in Owatonna, Minnesota, and is open to business owners.
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Mestek Machinery – Leading the Way with Innovative Fiber Laser Cutting
Mar 28, 2024 |5 min read — Products & Services Update
The Lockformer Vulcan® Fiber Laser Cutting System stands as a paragon of innovation and safety, having obtained a coveted Class 1 safety rating.
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How BIM is Transforming Construction
Mar 28, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
To combat rework and cost overruns, the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has surged over the years.
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XSPECT® the Unexpected With This Rooftop Ductwork Insulation Solution
Mar 28, 2024 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
XSPECT® ISOfoam APF is a durable, lightweight board insulation designed to simplify fabrication and installation while maximizing versatility. It’s easy to fabricate and install – and now it comes in both flat and tapered options to help ensure
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Do Right by the Job and the World
Mar 28, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
See how Knauf Insulation makes it all come together so you have more sustainable buildings, healthier spaces, and a lasting impact on the world we live in.
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DEWALT® Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation
Mar 28, 2024 |5 min read — Products & Services Update
Through its commitment to innovation, safety and productivity, DEWALT has been delivering tools to meet the needs of professional tradespeople around the world since it was founded by Raymond DeWalt in 1924.
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Autodesk Has an Exclusive Discount for SMACNA Members
Mar 28, 2024 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
Learn about how all SMACNA members can now save 15% on their first purchase of any Autodesk Construction Cloud product they are not already using!
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Trane’s All-New SWUD Self-Contained Unit
Mar 28, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update
The redesigned single piece Water-Cooled Self-Contained (20-110 tons) is an efficient and cost-effective solution for floor-by-floor new construction projects and is now even easier to install and service.
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Increase Productivity with Hilti’s System Advantage
Mar 28, 2024 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
From now until December 31, you can save $50 when you spend $250 on bits and blades. Help give your power tools a boost with Hilti’s system advantage.