News Archive

SMACNA Appoints Al LaBella as New Board President

Oct 28, 2021 |3 min read — Press Release

SMACNA, the leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, today announced Al LaBella of Blue Diamond Air Systems has been elected by the Board of Directors to serve as president. LaBella’s year-long term

Tom Martin Appointed to SMACNA’s Executive Committee, 2021 Legislative Contractor of the Year

Oct 25, 2021 |3 min read — Press Release

SMACNA announced Tom Martin, president of T.H. Martin, Inc., has been elected by the Board of Directors to serve as vice president. Martin’s year-long term in office begins at the close of SMACNA’s 77th Annual Convention in Maui, Hawaii, during which

SMACNA Names Ohio Leader John Sindyla as 2021 Chapter Executive of the Year

Oct 25, 2021 |3 min read — Press Release

SMACNA announced John Sindyla, Chief Executive Officer of SMACNA-Cleveland, is this year’s Chapter Executive of the Year. Announced at SMACNA’s 77th Annual Convention in Maui, Hawaii, this special award is given to the person who has made a positive

Be Prepared: Attend CBO

Oct 14, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update

The Collective Bargaining Orientation will empower you with multiple critical lessons.

MCAA, NECA and SMACNA Announce Continued Partnership for MEP Innovation Conference

Oct 1, 2021 |4 min read — Press Release

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), the National Electric Contractors Association (NECA) and SMACNA announced a joint partnership for the second consecutive year leading the annual MEP Innovation Conference, which now has open

Participate in a New NHF Study on Project Risks

Aug 4, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update

Over the past several years, the project risk environment has become substantially more one-sided and challenging with risk shedding efforts by CMs, GCs, and designers. This alarming and apparent trend has in turn created significant impacts on trade

Baseball Analogies to Help Improve Your Team

Jun 24, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update

Contractors can learn a lot from the teamwork that goes into creating a winning sports team. Angie Simon, CEO of Western Allied and SMACNA President, delves into how she applies the lessons she learned on the field playing competitive softball to how

OSHA Issues Emergency Temporary COVID-19 Standard

Jun 10, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update

This new emergency temporary standard has been put in place to protect healthcare workers from the coronavirus, while offering additional guidance to employers and workers in other industries to protect those who are still not vaccinated.

Now Available - Ventilation Verification Webinar

Jun 10, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update

Hear directly from several industry experts on the benefits of adding Ventilation Verification to your existing service offerings and how already familiar TAB skills and techniques can play an important role in offering this service to clients.

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

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

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

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.

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,

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.