News Archive

SMOHIT Partners With Video Wellness Platform

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Wellbeats Wellness offers members high quality, expert-led fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes that can be played on mobile devices.

OSHA To Hold Webinar on Safety on Federal Construction Projects

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Women in Construction Week event will focus on several safety-focused issues including ergonomics and potential chemical hazards.

Premier Pacesetters Club Members Represent SMAC PAC At Super Bowl

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Group joins Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) during the NFL’s championship matchup.

Plan on Attending the Upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Register for the June 2-4 session that will give you the opportunity to engage with SMACNA leadership and listen to presentations about some of the forces impacting the industry.

Enlist in Financial Boot Camp!

Feb 21, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Registration now open for Financial Boot Camp: Interpreting Financial Statements, Navigating KPI’s, and Analyzing Financial Strategies.  

SMACNA Names Innovator of the Year

Feb 18, 2024 — Media Mention

This year's winner works for a leading Wisconsin mechanical contractor.

SMACNA MEP Innovator of the Year Shares How He Addresses Manufacturing Bottlenecks

Feb 15, 2024 — Media Mention

Chris Hronek of Tweet/Garot Mechanical wins SMACNA Innovator of the Year award at the 2024 MEP Innovation conference.

SMACNA Names Chris Hronek of Tweet/Garot Mechanical as 2024 Innovator of the Year

Feb 14, 2024 — Media Mention

"Chris is an incredibly skilled sheet metal worker who combines his trade expertise with a keen interest in technology to spearhead the digitization of the...

Eli Howard and Geoff Parks Testify Before the Maryland General Assembly

Feb 14, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Representatives from SMACNA’s Technical Services Department outlined their support for legislation that would increase oversight on fire life safety damper installation and inspections. 

SMACNA Interview: Chris Hronek

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The 2024 SMACNA Innovator of the Year discusses the need for ongoing development of new technologies within the industry.

Justin Crandol Featured in New SNIPS Article

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Director of Safety joins his peers for a discussion about safety priorities in 2024.

SMACNA Legislative Chair Attends PGA Phoenix Open, Congressional Retreat

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA Legislative Committee Chair and SMAC PAC Committee Member Carmen Koo meets with Representatives Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-5) and Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY-4)during the WM PGA Open Golf Event in Scottsdale, AZ.

Interest-Based Bargaining Workshop for Chapters and Local Unions Held in Orlando

Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Session prepared bargainers for negotiations by teaching them best practices on how to maintain trust throughout the course of discussions.

SMACNA Working to Reinforce Support for Tax Bill in U.S. Senate

Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

H.R. 7024, which addresses SMACNA priorities such as reforms to the R&D tax credit, bonus depreciation and equipment expensing, passed the U.S. House by an overwhelming margin. 

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Mestek Machinery

Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Mike Bailey talks about some of the innovative product lines that Mestek is pioneering, while also outlining the value of their ongoing partnership with SMACNA.  

Chris Hronek Named SMACNA Innovator of the Year

Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The award, presented at the 2024 MEP Innovation Conference, recognizes a pioneer from a SMACNA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the industry.

SMACNA Urges House to Support the Apprentice-Related Childcare Act

Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

H.R. 6377 establishes a competitive grant program that would enable ten states to administer childcare stipends to a certain number of workers who are enrolled in apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs.

New Bronze Associate Member: Pelles.ai

Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how the Pelles platform allows users to work better with their construction documents to save time and win more projects.

Regulation of the Month: Independent Contractor Rules

Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Video focuses on the new rule that determines whether a worker can be classified as an independent contractor or an employee.

DOL to Host Webinar Series on Prevailing Wages and Fringe Benefits

Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

February 27, May 15, and August 29 sessions will detail requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, the Service Contract Act, and other similar laws.