News Archive
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Updated Contracts Bulletins Help Contractors Mitigate Risks
Jun 10, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s updated contractor bulletins are designed to help members mitigate risks as pricing spikes and material shortages continue to impact their businesses. Shifting the Risk of Rising Material Costs; Force Majeure Provisions – Covid 19; and Force
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Vaccine Policies for Contractors
Jun 10, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update
Many contractors have inquired about the best COVID-19 vaccination policy to adopt, what legal pitfalls might exist for mandatory versus “strongly-encouraged” policies. Learn about both your rights as an employer, employees’ rights, the role the
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The CEO Role, Leadership Transitions & DNA Statements with Angie Simon
Jun 10, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast series helps construction business owners streamline their operations, harmonize workflows, eliminate chaos and maximize revenue. In this episode, host Todd Dewalt speaks with Angie Simon about the future of the
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Get the SMACNA-SMART Brand Ambassador Program Recruiting for You
Jun 10, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update
Encouraging apprentices to become Brand Ambassadors is one way to help elevate awareness of careers in the sheet metal industry. Brand Ambassadors proactively spread the word about the advantages of SMACNA and SMART careers to friends and family.
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May PinP: SMACNA-SMART Celebrate 75 Years of Partnering
Jun 10, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
The May issue of Partners in Progress completes the third installment in a three-part series exploring the history of labor-management partnerships, including the programs and initiatives that have strengthened the SMACNA–SMART partnership. Plus,
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Contracts Bulletin #65 (2.0): Force Majeure – A Clause for Our Times
Jun 4, 2021 |4 min read — Contracts Bulletin
The contract between my client and its customer set a specific production schedule, and had incentives and penalties if certain deadlines were not met. My client’s customer was demanding completion on schedule, and threatening to enforce penalties.
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Episode #17: Chuck Gulledge on Leading Through a Pandemic and the Future of Our Industry
Jun 3, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
The pandemic forced industry leaders to connect virtually, and in some cases, meant more “face” time with members than might have occurred under the previous in-person-meeting model. While most organizations are eager to resume onsite, in-person
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Contractors Required to Negotiate Before Unilateral Change to Working Conditions
Jun 3, 2021 |4 min read — Member Update
The NLRB found that a workplace rule change constituted a material, substantial, and significant change in employees’ terms and conditions of employment in violations of their rights under the NLRA.
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Employers May Offer Vaccine Incentives
Jun 3, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update
Updated EEOC guidelines note that EEO laws do not preclude employers from offering incentives to employees who voluntarily provide proof of a COVID vaccinations. Vaccination information must be kept confidential and remain in compliance with all
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Help Raise Awareness About Building Safety
Jun 3, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update
Building Safety Week topics include energy and innovation, training, safety, and disaster preparedness. Modules are available online and can be completed at your own pace, anytime and anywhere from the convenience of your computer. A free Campaign
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Contracts Bulletin #110 (2.0): Shifting the Risk of Rising Material Costs
Jun 3, 2021 |9 min read — Contracts Bulletin
Even in the best of times, material shortages and changing prices are disruptive. Commodities, such as asphalt, copper, steel and other materials are subject to global pressures and price fluctuations.
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Contracts Bulletin #118 (2.0) : Force Majeure Provisions: COVID-19
Jun 1, 2021 |4 min read — Contracts Bulletin
Over the last year, many industries have experienced supply delays and workforce shortages resulting from the spread of COVID-19. The construction industry certainly was not immune to these issues.
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Spring Issue of SMART Journal Available Online
May 27, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update
The Spring issue of SMART includes a special focus on building back the union and explores how the Biden administration is positively impacting the industry. The issue also highlights TABB contractors on the frontlines and the SMART–SMACNA diversity
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Episode #16: Diversity and Equity in the Industry
May 13, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
In Episode 16 of Let’s Talk Shop, host Angie Simon, CEO, Western Allied Mechanical, chats with Leah Rambo, Training Director and Fund Administrator at Sheet Metal Workers Local 28, about the diversity, women in the trade and inclusion opportunities
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May 13, 2021 |3 min read — Member Update
SMACNA has launched a new website, focused on the needs of members and chapter executives while also serving to raise awareness of our industry. The site contains many new features and advantages outlined below.
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TAB Contractor, EB&I, Helps Businesses in New Mexico Evaluate Their HVAC Systems
May 12, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update
The pandemic helped create some amazing opportunities for contractors like Tony Kocurek, owner of Energy Balance &, Integration (EB&I), an Albuquerque, N.M.-based TAB business. In 2020, EB&I helped customers from hospitals to casinos address their
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SMACNA Urges House to Support, Cosponsor H.R. 3079
Mar 18, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony
SMACNA urged Members to support H.R. 3079, “The Energy Savings Through Public-Private Partnerships Act” sponsored by Representative Peter Welch (D- VT) and cosponsored by Representative Kinzinger (R-IL). H.R. 3079 has been reported from subcommittee
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SMACNA Urges Congress to Support H.R. 7079, The Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act
Mar 18, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony
Though Congress included funds through expanded Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to businesses, SMACNA is concerned that the countless unanticipated safety, sanitation and health protocols for construction sites and firms can burden recovery
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Feb 24, 2021 |1 min read — Products & Services Update
At this time of year, the normal tradition is for a SMACNA President to bid farewell in this column, but as we all know, 2020 has not been normal and I am only at the midway point of an extended tenure.
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SMACNA Urges House to Support H.R. 447, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2021
Feb 8, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony
SMACNA members know that investing in registered skill training is the only way to ensure long-term viability and growth for the nation's most important industries. This is why SMACNA supports H.R. 8294, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2020,