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MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC Invite You to the Biggest Construction Safety Event of the Year

Registration is now open! Early bird pricing ends on December 2, 2024.

SMACNA Boosts Support for Commercial to Residential Building Conversion Tax Incentives

H.R. 9002, the Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act would create market-based tax incentives for converting existing commercial buildings to residential use.

Read the Latest Toolbox Talk on Alcoholism

Learn more about how to build a workplace where coworkers can seek support from their crewmates when they are confronting alcohol use disorder.  

Tapping Your Hidden Communication Superpowers

Learn how you can easily improve the Art of Communication to build stronger teams at work and project a winning image.

Video: SMART/SMACNA LMCF Maternity Leave Reimbursement Program

Video and associated documents will assist in better understanding program that helps provide reimbursement to local health and welfare plans for benefits paid for paid time off/disability programs for pregnant workers or those who just have given birth.   

Montana Sheet Metal Workers Looking for Apprenticeship Coordinator

Role would manage and oversee several aspects of the apprenticeship program.  

Watch ‘Effective Tips for Training That Sticks’

See how having an up to date, engaged, and well-trained staff will help your company avoid costly, life-threatening mistakes and risks.

Watch RISE Webinar: Beyond the Blueprint

Listen to SMACNA and SMART representatives talk about the qualities they are looking for in emerging leaders.  

SMACNA Receives 2024 National Safety Council’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Safety Champion Award

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), the leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, has been selected as the recipient of a 2024 National Safety Council (NCS) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Safety Champion Award for its BE4ALL Safety Sponsorship Program.

NSC Presents Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Safety Champion Awards

Launched last year, this safety honor celebrates organizations with proven commitment to an equitable safety culture.

Webinar: Manage Your Company’s Vehicle Fleet Like a Pro

Get a better idea of how to plan for changes in the vehicle market, what the supply chain is forecast to look like going forward, and learn what makes the most sense for your business – vehicle leasing or purchasing.

The Art of Business Etiquette

Business Etiquette. It's about as much as politics as politeness and punctuality.  In this interactive webinar with communications coaches, Keith Scott and Rebecca Klein of TALLsmall Productions, learn top do's and don'ts for etiquette excellence.  

  Keith and Rebecca will hit on hacks for success when it comes to: 

• Communication: Top words and phrases to use and avoid. 

• The Politics of Behavior: When someone encourages you to have that extra drink or turns the conversation to a controversial topic, what are the dance steps you should take to be polite and also professional.  

• Networking and protecting your personal space.  

• Dressing for Success at the office and networking events/conferences. 

• Cell Phones: When to check and when to wait.  

• Confidentiality: What to do when someone brings gossip to you.  

The session will feature discussion, an extended Q&A and a number of communications challenges designed to put your skills to the test. Keith and Rebecca have led workshops at two national SMACNA conferences and speak around the country at chapter events. 

Aaron Hilger Op-Ed Featured in Real Clear Energy

SMACNA’s CEO talks about bipartisan legislation focusing on Nuclear Power and how it can generate emissions-free energy while also creating highly skilled jobs.

Submit your Proposal for a Session at the 2025 Fab Forum

Between now and September 30th, offer up your idea for educational program at the upcoming event in Boston designed to keep SMACNA contractors informed on some of the hot button fabrication-oriented issues.

New Operations Hub Episode: Shop Layout

Episode 4 looks at some the best practices and emerging trends and technologies that could influence how contractors will lay out their floors in the future.

Watch ‘Pro Tips for Better Estimating’

This recent webinar provided successful estimation techniques and best practices you can apply at your business to win more work.

Webinar: Effective Tips for Training That Sticks

Learn from a training expert how you can engage your employees with captivating content and also how you can use a learning platform to accomplish your training goals.

SMACNA Collaborates With TheLink.ai On AI Policy And Training

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) has announced a strategic partnership with TheLink.ai, a major innovator in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.

Pro Tips for Better Estimating

Learn about successful estimation techniques and best practices you can apply going forward, and get expert advice on how to best lay out a project using assembly libraries and information from past projects.

SMACNA Partners With THELINK.AI To Advance Industry-Leading Artificial Intelligence Training & More

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) has announced a strategic partnership with TheLink.ai, a leading innovator in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.

Nuclear Power Construction Is a Rare Bipartisan Issue on Capitol Hill

Bipartisanship on Capitol Hill is a rarity generally but especially now in the run up to a presidential election.

SMACNA Teams Up with AI Leader to Future-Proof the HVAC Industry

The joint initiatives will focus on enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and innovation through the strategic use of AI

SMACNA Partners with TheLink.ai to Advance Industry-Leading Artificial Intelligence Training and Pol

This collaboration aims to advance SMACNA's AI training and policy initiatives, enhancing the industry's adoption and implementation of cutting-edge technologies and providing members with essential insights and training as AI continues to grow in importance.

Contractor Spotlight: H.T. Lyons

Learn more about Allentown-based SMACNA Contractor H.T. Lyons and how their work is benefiting the local community.

Proposed OSHA Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard Now Open for Comment

Standard would apply to all employers conducting outdoor and indoor work in most of the general industry, construction, maritime, and agriculture sectors where OSHA has jurisdiction.

Navigating Your Exit Strategy – Registration Now Open!

Attendees will gain insights into their options, acquiring knowledge of realistic expectations and consequences associated with ownership transfer and withdrawal liability.

Manage Your Company’s Vehicle Fleet Like a Pro

Learn how to secure the best overall value and tax benefits for your business, while also planning for changes in the vehicle market over the next 6-24 months.

RIVET Work Upgrades to Platinum Associate Membership

This continuing relationship gives SMACNA members the ability to learn more about Workforce Management software and solutions.

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention is providing a web portal with access to several tools that can be used to address mental health challenges on the jobsite.

SMACNA's September 2024 Legislative Issues Scorecard

Legislative Goals on Track for Progress and Regulations Receiving Special Attention

Check Your Duct Liner Specs for Fire Performance

Recent NAIMA testing shows failure of elastomeric duct liner products. Read the complete study results here.

Milwaukee Tool Delivers TORCH™ with NITRUS CARBIDE™ Blade For Medium Metals

These blades offer a best-in-class cutting solution for medium metal applications by delivering the fastest cuts and longest life.

Safety Awareness for Slips, Trips, and Falls

Keeping your employees and clients safe isn’t just common sense, it’s a solid risk management practice.

Leading the Way: Innovative Fiber Laser Cutting with Class 1 Safety Rating

At the forefront of advanced manufacturing technology, the Lockformer Vulcan® Fiber Laser Cutting System stands as a paragon of innovation and safety.

Groundbreak 2024 - Join Us This Year

Attend Procore’s global construction innovation event that connects the people who build the world.

The Titus FL-10 LED FlowBar System

Learn more about this new architectural linear diffuser system with integrated LED lighting.

Knauf HVAC insulation Portfolio Sets New Standard

Knauf Performance+™ is a groundbreaking HVAC fiberglass insulation line that is formaldehyde-free and the first of its kind to be CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly®.

Inefficient Labor Management is Impacting Your Bottom Line

Mechanical operations leaders like you are improving labor management, utilization, planning and productivity with RIVET’s help.

Avoid Common Pitfalls in the Design & Installation of VRF Systems

Learn how to select the right condensing unit, gain perspective on handling cold climate projects, evaluate ventilation options, identify estimating differences across system types, and recognize opportunities for value engineering.

Discover Enhanced Fab Part Workflow in Revit

Check out Trimble’s on-demand webinar where you can see Fabrication SmartTools in action.

ServiceTitan & ServiceChannel Partner to Streamline Work Order Management

ServiceTitan, the leading software platform for commercial contractors to run their business, partnered with ServiceChannel, a leading platform to source and manage facilities services, to deliver an end-to-end integration to schedule, manage, and invoice work orders right from one place.

Cutting-Edge Transport for Heavy Loads

Discover the GKS Robot Skate from LGH—a cutting-edge, remote-controlled dolly system that enhances efficiency and safety for moving loads of all shapes and sizes.

The Elgen Ultra Corner Minimizes installation Time & Labor Costs

Constructed with high-quality materials, the Ultra Corner provides superior durability and reliability, making it ideal for both C and F applications.

Greenheck Expands Isolation Damper Line

New HBT-321 damper is designed for safety in critical leakage applications.

OSHA Jobsite Inspections: Ensuring Safety and Compliance

OSHA's job site inspection standards require employers to conduct regular inspections of job sites, materials, and equipment by a competent person to ensure worker safety. Failure to adhere to these standards can lead to significant financial penalties and risks, highlighting the importance of comprehensive inspection programs and worker training.

Engineered Solutions from nVent CADDY

Discover customer-inspired solutions that are safe, fast and easy: Seismic Bracing and Wind Anchoring.

Kojo Connects Prefab Shops to Procurement

Kojo Prefab helps contractors by connecting their valuable prefab shop to the rest of their business so that they can get the most out of their prefab efforts. Field teams can use their Kojo mobile app to order prefab materials right to the job site just like they order any other materials.

Get to Know Majestic Steel Arkansas

Majestic Steel's newly commissioned service center located at the epicenter of United States steel-making is designed to provide SMACNA Contractors access to best-in-class steel production, product diversity, ready-to-ship inventory, and greener more efficient supply chains.

Aire Technologies Celebrates Their 20th Anniversary

On August 4, 2024, Aire Technologies celebrated its 20th anniversary of providing service, support, and quality while providing solutions to the HVAC industry.

FallTech® FT-One Fit™: Premium Women’s Safety Harness

You deserve better. You deserve the FallTech FT-One Fit.