News Archive

Holman is SMACNA’s Newest Silver Associate Member

May 8, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

This global leader in the automotive space has dealerships all across the country and specializes in vehicle acquisition and fleet management for small to medium sized businesses in the trades.

Contractors Pair with Local High School on Building Future Labor Force

May 8, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Collaboration centers on the development of the HVAC component of training space so that students can be better prepared for a career in the trades through participation in one two Certified Pre-Apprenticeship programs in Wisconsin.

May 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

May 7, 2024 |6 min read — State Legislative

SMACNA staff has been busy supporting economic development efforts for state and local communities around the country.  

H.R. 3934 – The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024

May 7, 2024 |1 min read — Federal Issues

SMACNA urges House support of H.R. 3934, legislative which would reform the nation’s airport infrastructure.

Video 101: How to Make Compelling Content

May 3, 2024 |3 min read — Chapter Leadership

As video becomes the dominant form of storytelling, here are some hints on how your chapter can leverage these assets to advance your messaging. 

Take Part in A Contractors Operations Study

May 3, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Data collected from survey will be leveraged to create a paper titled "Enhancing BIM Scheduling Practices for MEP Contractors." 

Submit Your Chapter Events & Sponsorship Opportunities!

May 3, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Help us spread the word about your chapter’s activities to our Premier Partners and Associate Members.

Learning Journey: Culinary Connections with Aarti Sequeira

May 3, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Food Network star will lead this engaging session, sharing her unique blend of culinary art and cultural wisdom.

Deadline Approaching for 2024 SMACNA Safety Awards

May 3, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

June 1 is the final day that applications will be accepted for the Safety Achievement Awards and the Safety Innovator of the Year Award.

Check Out Some of the Latest Accelerate Your Impact Courses

May 3, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

June to September Sessions are now open for registration!

SMACNA Publishes Fourth Edition of Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Manual

May 3, 2024 — Media Mention

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) recently published the fourth edition of its HVAC Systems Testing, Adjusting & Balancing Manual, which is available digitally and in print.

Essential Trades Need Young Workers

May 2, 2024 — Media Mention

Op-Ed by SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger: With 35,000 highly skilled workers due to retire, the trade needs to fill an even larger pipeline of workers who have completed registered apprenticeship programs.

Regulation of the Month: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Watch this video to learn more about your company’s obligations under this recently passed rule.

Tom Martin Interviewed in Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine

May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

President of T.H. Martin and SMACNA President-Elect discussed how the design-assist model is becoming more prevalent.

SMACPAC Ambassadors Cohosted Political Event for Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez

May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Small business champion has led the charge on issues such as tax incentives for public and private business HVAC retrofits, change order reform, infrastructure and small business grants for loans and business expansion.

Watch Our Recent Webinar

May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Building a Dynamic Contracting Business Through Constant Change is now available to watch at your convenience.

Stan Kolbe Meets with Rep. Kevin Mullin

May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

California congressman is a leader on several of SMACNA's legislative priorities.

SMACNA’s April - 2024 Issue Scorecard

Apr 30, 2024 |3 min read — Scorecard

Legislative Goals on Track for Progress and Regulations Receiving Special Attention

Wireless, Customizable, Lightweight = Faster, Easier, Safer

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

Evergreen Telemetry’s lightweight and customizable tools give the user the ability to receive continuous, real-time, wireless readings from as many as ten locations simultaneously.

Win More with FastEST Estimating Software

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

Strategic thinking is crucial to the longevity and health of a company. That is why it is the perfect time to invest in upgrading your technology to something faster and more accurate. FastDUCT and FastPIPE Estimating Software is the one-stop answer