Market Sectors

Tax savings you don’t want to miss

Make sure you've exhausted all strategies to save or defer payment of one of your largest overhead items — income taxes.

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How to win the war for talent

There are firms that find and retain top talent. What makes those firms different? How can your business become a talent destination? 

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RESIDENTIAL: Coming up short

Residential contractors face equipment delays and price spikes as the HVAC industry adjusts to ongoing inventory problems

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INDUSTRIAL: Heavy work

Steel town industrial contractor is a heavy metal hit 

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HVAC: Phoenix is booming

Manufacturing, technology and semiconductor sectors are driving economic growth

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ARCHITECTURAL: Back on Track

Landmark train station is reborn thanks to Ford Motor Co. and CASS Sheet Metal

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Aaron Hilger Named CEO of SMACNA

Beginning Jan. 1, 2022, Aaron Hilger will assume the role of SMACNA’s CEO. Vincent Sandusky, who earlier in the year announced his retirement, has served as SMACNA’s CEO since 2008.

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LaGuardia Transformation

Sheet metal and HVAC contractors play key role in LaGuardia redevelopment. 

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A New Day

SMACNA welcomed attendees back in person with new guidance, lessons and insight on how contractors can improve themselves and their businesses after two years of pandemic-induced changes.

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Capitol Hill Update: Infrastructure Law a Big Win for SMACNA Contractors

Pres. Biden signed into law the largest infrastructure investment package seen in decades, 1.8 trillion Build Back Better Act passed House, and a looming government shutdown was barely averted.

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From the President: Did You Get Better Today?

My transition to SMACNA President after two amazing years with Angie Simon serving in this role is my opportunity to help our industry grow more competitive.

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The SMACNA Advantage

SMACNA is dedicated to helping members run successful businesses by providing many benefits that create a competitive advantage.

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