Types of Fans This video produced by Titus discusses the various types of fans in an HVAC system. Read More
HVAC - CAV System This video produced by the Engineering Mindset illustrates how a CAV system works. Read More
Webinar Mar 21 2020 Webinar: Federal Procurement Overview The first webinar on the subject of contracting with the Federal Government explains what many other contractors have already discovered — how easy and profitable working for the Federal Government can be for your business. Read More
How to Read a Psychrometric Chart This video produced by Titus helps illustrate how to properly read a psychrometric chart. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Mar 20 2020 SMACNA Applauds U.S. Department of Labor for Excluding Construction in the IRAP Final Rule SMACNA announced its support of the final rule by the U.S. Department of Labor regarding Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs (IRAPs). Read More
Conduction, Convection, and Radiation This Titus Timeout Podcast helps illustrate the principles of heat transfer. Read More
Sensible and Latent Heat This video produced by Ron Walker of HVAC Training Solutions helps describe latent vs. sensible heating: Read More
BTU & Tons of Refrigeration This video produced by Titus shows the relationship between a BTU and a ton of refrigeration. Read More
COVID-19 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Resources The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the main organization addressing the 2020 pandemic and COVID-19. Read More
COVID-19 EPA List of Disinfectants Disinfecting surfaces has been shown to help address the spread of COVID-19 and is still recommended by the CDC. Read More
COVID-19 World Health Organization on COVID-19 The WHO has been vital in the worldwide response to COVID-19. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Mar 12 2020 National Association of Workforce Boards and Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association Announce Partnership to Strengthen Workforce Alignment The National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) and the signatory Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) today announced a partnership that will strengthen the relationship between local workforce development boards and the sheet metal and air conditioning industry. Read More
SMACNews Feb 28 2020 SMACNA National and SMACNA Brazil Meet SMACNA National met with representatives of SMACNA Brazil during the 2020 AHR Expo. Read More
SMACNews Mobilizing for the Future: Shop Technology Many contractors are turning to offsite construction to improve productivity and ensure that workers can build in the best possible environments while maximizing safety and project efficacy. Read More
SMACNews Partlan-Labadie Continues to Provide Critical Solutions Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is building two new paint shops in Michigan, and SMACNA contractor Partlan-Labadie Sheet Metal Company of Oak Park, Mich., is a crucial part of that growth. Read More
SMACNews Feb 28 2020 The Importance of Identifying Risks and Developing a Strategy We recently looked at the tendency for senior leaders to stay involved in the details of their organization long after they’ve grown to the point of hiring others. In this issue, we’ll share an analogy and a few takeaways. Read More
SMACNews Feb 28 2020 The 2020 Focus on Pensions While the 2018 Joint Select Committee on Solvency of Multiemployer Pension Plans could not overcome political divisions to solve the pension crisis, it did launch the 2019 effort for a bipartisan solution and comprehensive reform. Read More
Safety & Health Dodge Data & Analytics Releases Safety Management Report SMACNA partnered with Dodge Data & Analytics on the recently released Safety Management in the Construction Industry 2020 report. Read More
Benefit Funds Jan 01 2020 2022 FASB Disclosure Information This notice from the Sheet Metal Workers’ National Pension Fund provides contributing employers with information to assist them in submitting their Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) disclosure requirements. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Dec 30 2019 Engaging a Workforce in Transition - Keeping Skilled Labor This short white paper outlines the steps necessary to create a highly engaged workforce that will sustain your organization and manage the transition from one generation to the next. Read More Download PDF
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 President's Column: Milestones New SMACNA president Angie Simon comments on recent milestones and on the impressions she hopes to leave during her year as president. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 The Battle for Multiemployer Pension Reform: SMACNA Engaged as Serious Negotiations Begin It is important to make sure that multiemployer reform proposals are set up to protect contributing employers, the industry, and the multiemployer system. Read More
SMACNews SMACNA 2019: Getting Down to Business in Austin Austin, Texas attracted almost 1,000 members to SMACNA’s 2019 annual convention. The event included experts speaking on the trends and issues affecting most affecting contractors today Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Highlights of the 2019 SMACNA Annual Convention Sheet metal and air conditioning contractors from across the United States gathered in Austin, Texas, from Oct. 20-23 to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of SMACNA and to get the latest updates on economic, technology and construction industry trends. Read More
SMACNews Creating a Unique Guest Experience Space at the Wells Fargo Center SMACNA contractor Ernest D. Menold, Inc. built drink rails, bar supports and more for the grand opening of the “New City Terrace.” Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Mission Possible for Stromberg Stromberg, a SMACNA firm based in Beltsville, Md, fabricated and installed duct systems at the International Spy Museum. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Loyalty and Quality Highlight C&C Sheet Metal’s 50 Years At C&C Sheet Metal in Indianapolis, a successful 50 years has been a result of valuing both their employees and customers on a personal level. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Need for Humidifiers and Air Purifiers Heats Up in Winter As temperatures drop around the country, people are starting to crank up the heat on their thermostats and break out their favorite cold-weather remedies. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Tarpenning-LaFollette Celebrates 100 years Indianapolis-based Tarpenning-LaFollette Co. was founded in 1920 by Byron LaFollette and is one of the earliest known sheet metal contractors in central Indiana. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Meticulous Planning Is Key to Success in Occupied Facilities Bel-Aire Mechanical expanded manufacturing capabilities at a Phoenix, Ari. medical technology manufacturing facility. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Philadelphia Chapter Celebrates 100 Years Since Founding Despite repeated attempts, the city’s union-affiliated sheet metal contractors held firm that they should be bound as an organization. Read More
SMACNews Dec 20 2019 Who’s Using the Tennis Court? How do you correct inefficient or controlling leadership behaviors? Self-awareness is the key. Read More
Contractor Operations Manual Dec 10 2019 Material and Inventory Management Guide This guide provides member contractors with a resource on purchasing and inventory management systems. Whether simple or complex, these systems are a set of rules for deciding when to purchase materials and services and how much to purchase. This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store. Buy Now PDF $75.00
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Big Purchases Are About More Than Dollars And Cents Research is essential when buying the heavy machinery required to compete in the sheet metal and HVAC sector. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Endorsed Energy Efficiency, CHP/WHP Credits; 179D Gaining Momentum SMACNA has joined with energy efficiency allies and advanced a letter to both the House and Senate tax committee leaders. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Historic Department Store Sold on Phenolic Duct’s Benefits for Renovation Project The Macy’s Department store in downtown Chicago is being retrofitted for other uses. Atomatic Mechanical Services is helping maximize the space. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 California Sheet Metal Takes on Challenges to Make the US-Mexico Border Booths Safer The team faced many challenges, including the size and weight of the booths. Read More
Oct 25 2019 Michigan, Ohio Contractors Have a Combined 210 Years in Business Partlan-Labadie Sheet Metal Co. is celebrating 130 years and Falls Metal Fabricators has reached 80 years. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 AerDux Gives Philly’s Fashion District a Major Facelift The contractor replaced 18 AHUs, and fabricated and installed approximately 650,000 pounds of sheet metal ductwork. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Courage in the Little Things The grind of decision making can be exhausting. If you kept track of the number of decisions you make every day, you’d probably feel even more tired. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 General Sheet Metal Helps to Beautify Historic Vancouver waterfront SMACNA member worked on two buildings in the waterfront development. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Vidimos working to suppress explosions in Industrial Facilities Combustible dust disasters have led to dozens of deaths and injuries and extensive damage. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 Mobilizing for the Future: Field Technology New SMACNews columnist, Tauhira Ali shares her insights on how you learn about new ideas and use construction technology to your advantage in the field. Read More
SMACNews Oct 25 2019 President's Column: Time Does Not Stop – Even When You Want It To! Nathan Dills comments on his year as SMACNA’s President and how rewarding and enriching it has been. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Oct 23 2019 SMACNA Appoints Industry Veteran Angie Simon as New Board President SMACNA announced that Angie Simon of Western Allied Mechanical has been elected by the Board of Directors to serve as president. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Oct 21 2019 SMACNA Names Indiana Contractor Joseph Lansdell as 2019 Contractor of the Year SMACNA announced Joseph Lansdell, president of Poynter Sheet Metal, as Contractor of the Year at its 76th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Oct 21 2019 SMACNA Names California Leader Chris Walker as 2019 Chapter Executive of the Year SMACNA announced Chris Walker, executive vice president of CAL SMACNA, as the Chapter Executive of the Year at its 76th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Oct 21 2019 SMACNA Names New York Contractor Melissa Barbour as 2019 Chapter Executive Legislative Advocate of the Year SMACNA announced Melissa Barbour, chapter executive of the Sheet Metal Contractors of Long Island, as the Chapter Executive Legislative Advocate of the Year at its 76th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. Read More
SMACNA Press Release Oct 21 2019 SMACNA Names California Contractor Carmen Koo as 2019 Contractor Legislative Advocate of the Year SMACNA announced Carmen Koo, president of Applied Air Conditioning, Inc., as the Contractor Legislative Advocate of the Year at its 76th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. Read More
Technical Resources Oct 18 2019 Hanger Straps Embedded in Concrete The SMACNA Testing and Research Institute (STRI) completed load tests on three different combinations of strap embedded in concrete. Read More Download PDF