Welcome New SMACNA Members

Welcome New SMACNA Members 

  • Air Tech Test & Balance LLC, Moweaqua, Illinois
  • Building Control Systems LLC, Lehi, Utah
  • Matrix Air & Hydronic Balancing Co., Whittier, California
  • Mechanical Solutions LLC, Polk City, Iowa
  • Seacliff Mechanical Services, Los Alamitos, California
  • Triangle Enterprises Inc., Paducah, Kentucky
  • Turner Mechanical Services, Ridgefield, Connecticut
  • Wm T. Spaeder Co., Erie, Pennsylvania
     

Published: August 26, 2024

IN THIS ISSUE


A Beacon of Modern Healthcare

McClure Co. brings its healthcare facility expertise to Penn Highlands State College Hospital and Medical Office Building. 


A Better (Water) Way

Poynter Sheet Metal installed 213,000 pounds of ductwork in an underground tunnel as part of a project to prevent the release of hazardous wastewater into nearby rivers.


A Conversation with SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger

Collaboration with labor partners, creating opportunities for members, and addressing the workforce challenges of the future are some of the featured topics in this sitdown with SMACNA's head.


Emotional Intelligence is a Key Ingredient for Building a Culture of Respect

Culture of Respect (formerly BE4ALL, Belonging and Excellence for All) launched in December 2021.


Expand Your Knowledge to Grow

One of the core parts of SMACNA's mandate is to educate our member contractors on the evolving landscape of our industry.


How to Build a Local Mentoring Program

Mentorships can nurture talent and strengthen your sheet metal and HVAC business. 


Lights, Camera, Restoration

Canadian SMACNA contractor Heather & Little brings back the shine to a historic house from Hollywood’s golden age. 


Navigating the Changing Landscape

Construction and A&E industries show optimism and resilience in 2024.


Our Evolving Industry

Believe it or not, we are already preparing for the SMACNA Annual Convention in Palm Desert, California.


SMACNA Releases 4 Updated Guides

New editions offer important updates to help SMACNA contractors advance their knowledge.


SMACNA Supports 'Long Overdue' Workforce Quality & Skill Training Reqs on Federal IRA Projects

SMACNA applauds the final rule issued by the Biden Administration that is designed to address the skilled workforce crisis shortage by requiring private developers to comply with Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) and Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship


SMACNA, NECA, MCAA and TAUC in Strategic Alliance

New agreement between organizations designed to develop and expand best practices, safety standards and encourage technological advancements across the entire union construction space.


Supreme Court Decision Curbs Agency Discretion

On June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision that will have far-reaching consequences for federal agencies. Specifically, in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the Supreme Court ended four decades of deference to federal agencies’ leeway


The Residential HVAC Market Is Heating Up

A 2024 market report highlights growing opportunity in the residential HVAC sector. Veterans HVAC Owner David Giacalone addresses energy efficiency, regulatory requirements and consumers’ demand for high-end systems.


Welcome New SMACNA Members

Welcome New SMACNA Members