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Upgrade Equipment Tracking Processes with ON!Track

“Telematics” has historically referred to vehicle management and maintenance-tracking for heavy equipment. However, with software-based offerings such as Hilti’s ON!Track solutions, the benefits of telematics are no longer exclusive to large machinery.

SMOHIT Safety Orientation

Project Management: Driving Predictable Cost Projections

Speaker: Maxim

Many project managers lack a clear handle on how their projects are performing financially. Most commonly it is because they have not been trained on how to forecast properly.

Denise Devine

Federal Procurement Data System

The federal government uses the reported data to measure and assess the impact of federal procurement on the nation’s economy, learn how awards are made to businesses in various socioeconomic categories, understand the impact of full and open competition on the acquisition process, and address changes to procurement policy.

SMACNA Urges Congress to Support H.R. 7079, The Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act

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 from the economic downturn created by COVID-19. This oversight would be corrected if Congress passes H.R. 7079, The Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act.

Lee Browning

Denise Murphy McGraw

The Honorable Earl Pomeroy

Former Congressman Earl Pomeroy brings 26 years of regulatory and legislative experience to his present position as senior counsel at Alston & Bird.

SMACNA Career Center

Research, Relaunch and Recover

Speaker: DeWayne Ables

This chapter education program will quickly deploy your leaders to uncover the changes in your marketplace, prioritize and make progress emerging from the COVID-19 disruption.

Rules Governing Use of Cell Phones in the Workplace

This paper discusses issues employers may face surrounding the implementation of work rules regarding the use of cell phones in the workplace.  Under the National Labor Relations Act, rules governing the use of cell phones and other electronic communication devices in the workplace, are “mandatory topics of bargaining.”  

Productivity AND Time Management

Speaker: Maxim

Two sessions on driving project success: keys to improving productivity and time management: achieving maximum productivity.

Wireless, Customizable, Lightweight = Faster, Easier, Safer

Evergreen Telemetry’s lightweight and customizable tools give the user the ability to receive continuous, real-time, wireless readings from as many as ten locations simultaneously.

Limbach: Off-Site Prefabrication Video

Many components of piping systems can be fabricated in Limbach's shop for delivery to the job site for quick, safe and accurate assembly. This video explores Limbach off-site prefabrication.

Spark Your Top Performers

Speaker: Tara Amis

How do you develop and encourage rising and aspiring leaders, while also continuing to raise the bar?

Understanding a Contractor's Business Webinar

This seminar presented by Western Allied former CEO, Angie Simon, will cover the primary factors impacting the profitability of sheet metal contractors’ business. From change orders to labor costs, this session will give chapter executives a working knowledge of what generally makes or breaks a contractor’s business.

Luke Bland

Sample Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination Policy

Employers may use this sample as a guide when drafting, implementing, and administering their harassment and discrimination policy in the workplace.

Dr. Devon Madon

AI Helps Your Field, Office Staff Streamline PO and Invoice Processing for Materials and Equipment

Field Materials -- the leading AI software for materials and equipment procurement in construction automates the PO and invoice processing for contractors across 9 trades.

Find and Pursue Government Contracts

Once you have registered your small business in the System for Awards Management (SAM), you can find an open solicitation that fits what your small business offers, when your offer has been submitted successfully and you can now be awarded a contract.

Project Communication

Speaker: Kevin Dougherty

Project Communication: a program designed to improve your project profitability. Project Communication is designed to help the sheet metal contractor and their production teams take charge of projects and determine the most profitable way to proceed.

Ryan Hoggatt

Secrets to hiring and retaining good employees

With a limited potential resource for new, productive and loyal employees, what can be done? Here are some quick tips.

AEROFLEX Breathe-EZ® Fiber-Free Elastomeric Duct Insulation

The International Mechanical Code (IMC) requires that duct insulation contained in plenum spaces pass ASTM E84 or UL 723 25/50 Flame Spread/Smoke Developed Index. AEROFLEX Breathe-EZ® Duct Insulation passes 25/50 up to 2” [50 mm] thick, is listed and labeled, and plenum-rated.

Michael Coleman

Project Planning AND Leadership

Speaker: Maxim

• Project Leadership: How Leadership Differs from Management: Project managers are also project leaders. Participants will explore both management and leadership behaviors and learn why they are different. Participants will discuss what effective leadership looks like and how to lead more effectively. 
• Project Planning from Preconstruction to Closeout: Planning does not end when the project starts – Participants will discuss how to lead planning from the beginning of the project all the way until the customer accepts the finished project. 

General Services Administration

This is the homepage for the General Services Administration, a government agency established in 1949. The agency has evolved over the years and today is tasked with managing government buildings and real estate, providing a product and service procurement support, and developing policies and regulations.

Mini-Split Systems in Residential Retrofit Applications

Mini-split systems are being marketed for installation in new construction in smaller homes but are also being utilized in retrofits. This paper addresses some benefits and limitations of mini-split systems in residential retrofit applications.

The Art of Negotiation

Speakers:  Keith and Rebecca Scott

In this highly interactive workshop,  participants will learn to maximize the odds of getting the outcome they want.

Getting Started as a Contractor

This SBA website provides helpful, basic information on how you can get started as a federal contractor.

New Release: Retrotec’s AirTracer Handheld Smoke Generator

Introducing the AirTracer from Retrotec: a handheld smoke generator/fogger designed for pinpointing air leaks in buildings.

SMACNA Urges House to Support, Cosponsor H.R. 3079

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 to the Energy and Commerce Committee and awaits full Committee approval. An identical Senate bill, S. 1706, introduced by Senators Gardner (R-CO) and Coons (D-DE) has been referred to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.

Understanding the Business of Construction

Speaker: Andy Patron

• Discover the secret of success – always bill on time.

• Learn the key ingredients in credits and collections – knowing proper and effective billing procedures, documenting and supporting your invoices, and handling disputed charges.

• Determine how much overbilling is too much.

• Know how to best handle the collection process.

• Learn to follow up in anticipation of delays.

Safety and Health Overview

Speaker: Justin Crandol

This program is best presented in half-day sessions and can be combined / tailored to the needs of the Chapter. 

Maria Davidson

Technical Guideline on Through Penetration Firestopping

This paper was prepared in response to increasing concerns and lack of understanding of this issue by designers, code officials and contractors.

PEW Charitable Trusts Energy Efficiency Resources

Pew is working to increase the amount of industrial energy efficiency to help create jobs, spur private investment, improve competitiveness, and enhance resiliency.

Dushaw Hockett

Boost Your Team's Productivity with Trimble.

It is no secret that there is a shortage of skilled construction labor. In order to keep up with demand and keep your projects on track it is important that your team take advantage of the tools available to boost efficiency and streamline communication. 

Introduction to Federal Government Contracting

Learn the common Federal Contracting terms, how to become a Federal Government contractor, get help with Government contracting and find Federal Government contracting opportunities that might be right for your business.

Do You Know Who You're Hiring?

You’re looking to bring on a new employee, and your prime candidate looks great on paper — plenty of experience, consistent work history, and ideal professional credentials.

Lisa Davis

Boost Your Efficiency with CLWARD ScrewMatic Corners!

Join the growing number of professionals who have made the switch to ScrewMatic Corners.

Safety Is About Culture, NOT Policy

Speaker: Dr. Charlie Cartwright

Our industry spends BILLIONS of dollars and an unmeasurable amount of negative emotional energy developing policies and punishments or fines to reduce the number of deaths and accidents in the industry. Still, in the end – it hasn’t altered the statistics. Is your plan to do what everyone else does but somehow achieve better results?

SEE Action Report: How large industrial companies save energy

Learn how some of America’s largest industrial companies—General Motors, General Mills, Intel, and J.R. Simplot—produced their successful energy efficiency programs in this free study.

Product Show

VaughanAir: Fire-Rated Duct Solutions for Every Space

VaughanAir provides fire-rated duct and enclosure systems designed for kitchens, labs, and hazardous spaces, eliminating field welding and ensuring industry compliance.

Labor Law 101

Labor law expert, Tom Trachsel, from Felhaber Larson, will provide the legal framework within which unions and associations must operate.  Topics covered will include common terms and phrases explained, unfair labor practices (ULP), communicating with union members, hot cargo provisions and more.