Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all SMACNA members with a combination of SMACNA National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.
SMACNA Convention Interview: Joe Samia
Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA's Secretary-Treasurer sits down with Seth Lennon to discuss the value of SMACNA membership and why constant engagement at events, such as the annual convention, is critical, especially for educational opportunities.
SMACNA Convention Interview: Gary Myers
Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA's new Vice President joins Seth Lennon to talk about his rise through the industry, some of the issue areas that he is particularly passionate about, and what he hopes to accomplish on the executive committee.
One Week Left to Register for Collective Bargaining Orientation!
Dec 3, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
December 10 is the last day to register for the program meant to help you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.
MEP Early Bird Pricing Ends December 7!
Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Register now for the premier technology conference designed to help industry professionals embrace best practices through peer engagement.
IRS Issues Guidance Regarding Overtime Tax Deduction
Dec 3, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Notice clarifies the method by which workers may determine the allowable deduction amount in the absence of a separate employer-level accounting of qualified overtime on information returns such as Forms W-2 or 1099.
Attend Thursday’s Webinar on Transportation and Infrastructure
Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
The next entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill series features longtime transportation official Sabrina Sussman for a discussion of the critical issues that contractors should be informed of.
Join Next Week’s Webinar on Transportation and Infrastructure
Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
The next entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill series features longtime transportation official Sabrina Sussman for a discussion of the critical issues that contractors should be informed of.
Cutoff Date for Collective Bargaining Orientation Fast Approaching!
Nov 25, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
December 10th is the last day to register for the one-and-a-half day workshop designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.
Save the Date: SMACNA Washington DC Leadership Conference
Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Join us on May 6-8 2026, for the flagship SMACNA event focusing on key regulatory and legislative issues for our industry!
SMACNA Convention Interview: Scott Vidimos
Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA's new President-Elect looks at trends he's seeing in the industry and how our contractors are adapting to the changing landscape.
SMACNA Convention Interview: Tom Martin
Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Seth Lennon sits down with SMACNA's Past President to reflect on his term in office.
New Technical Resource Bulletin (TRB)
Nov 24, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
From the Technical Resources Department. Update to the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, Fourth Edition, Figure 2-18 Corner Closures - Flanges.
Announcing the Exhibit Hall at the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference
Nov 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
The Exhibit Hall is the central hub of the conference—designed for hands-on discovery, live demos, and meaningful conversations with the industry’s leading innovators.
SMACNA Convention Interview: Todd Hill and Mike Coleman
Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s President and SMART’s General President discuss the ongoing labor management partnership and their hopes for the coming year.
SMACNA Convention Interview: Todd Hill
Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s New President sits down with Seth Lennon to talk about his rise through the industry and outlines his goals for his term.
Registration Now Open: February 2026 Chapter Executives Institute
Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Program features educational sessions, local chapter reports, an overview of the upcoming convention, and valuable opportunities for information exchange among chapter executives and national SMACNA staff.
Register Now for the 2026 Safety and Health Conference
Nov 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Early bird registration ends on December 1 for the premier conference for construction safety professionals.
Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update
Enhance your shop fabrication expertise with educational sessions led by industry experts and networking events on April 12-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago.
Start Your MEP Journey with a Pulse on Innovation: Join the Monday General Session
Nov 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
Attendees will be greeted by an immersive kickoff experience, titled the Pulse of Innovation, which will set the tone for the entire event.
Nov 18, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update
In October, Procore, Autodesk, Bluebeam, Kahua and others all announced either new AI features and products, or continuations of what they had been promising for some time. What does this mean for contractors?
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