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CBA Language

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Contract Language Database

The Contract Language Database allows chapters to search approximately 50 different contract language topics within sheet metal building trade agreements.

Coalition

Construction Employers of America (CEA)

CEA engages on national, state, and local public policy initiatives to strengthen the domestic construction industry and provide opportunities for top-quality construction workers to earn the skills they need to command high wages.

Chapter Supervisory Training Program

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Communication Across the Generations: Generation Everyone

Speaker:  Rebecca and Keith Scott

Let’s face it — Baby Boomers (1946-1960), Gen Xers (1960-1980), Millennials (1980-1994) and Gen Z (1994+) require a Communications GPS system for navigating around and avoiding misunderstandings with each other. The session starts with a lighthearted trivia game to see if everyone can identify hip phrases from each generation. This helps everyone open up and get ready for the conversation and activities to follow as we examine perceived communication styles by generation. Delve into and debunk stereotypes.

Technical App

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HVAC Duct Construction App

This app allows you to create table driven solutions using the methods and formulas covered in SMACNA’s HVAC Duct Construction Standard (Metal and Flexible). The app will provide SMACNA compliant options for rectangular duct with dimensions up to 120-inches for applications to ten-inch water gage (positive or negative).

Technical Resources

Technical Standards

Technical standards and manuals developed by SMACNA members have worldwide acceptance by the construction and code community, as well as local and national government agencies. ANSI, the American National Standards Institute, has accredited SMACNA as a standards-setting organization. SMACNA standards and manuals address all facets of the sheet metal and HVAC industry – including duct construction and installation, indoor air quality, energy recovery, roofing and architectural sheet metal, welding, and commissioning.

Benefit Funds

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Withdrawal Liability and the Sale of a Business

Generally, when a contractor sells its business, it either sells the stock of the business or it sells the assets of the business. The sale of stock does not constitute a withdrawal from a multiemployer pension plan, and if stock is sold, there need be no accommodation for withdrawal liability as part of the sale transaction.

Rapid Response Protocol

The Committee has worked to develop a template of policies and procedures that will foster an inclusive environment within the industry. It is our belief that by fostering a work environment free of bias our industry will be better able to retain our current talent, as well as recruit new talent to the workforce. These policies and procedures are intended to be a template and guide. Local areas are urged to work with their legal counsel to ensure that local laws are being followed.

Premier Partner

Milwaukee Tool

Since the company began in 1924, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver increased productivity and unmatched durability for professional construction users. Whether it is through our world-leading M12™ and M18™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of our M12 and M18 FUEL™ products, jobsite lighting, time-saving accessories, or innovative hand tool and storage products, we are dedicated to delivering a continuous flow of advanced, trade-specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is not simply a manufacturer – we are progressive problem solvers.

SMAC PAC Prior Approval

Federal Election Law requires SMAC PAC to have a signed prior approval (PA) form on file before it can inform you about political events and activities. 

SMACNews

Leveraging Tech to Combat COVID-19 Productivity Losses

It’s been a tough year for construction margins. To bolster their chances of profitability, savvy contractors are leveraging software to meticulously document COVID-related delays, track productivity from the field, and automate COVID-related protocols wherever possible.

Partners in Progress

A joint venture between SMACNA contractors and SMART members that reinforces the mutual goal of delivering quality workmanship for sheet metal applications and heating ventilating and air conditioning systems—using accepted industry standards—performed in a productive, efficient, and environmentally conscious manner.

SMACNA Staff

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Eli P. Howard, III

Eli P. Howard, III is the Executive Director of Technical Services and Research SMACNA. Howard has been with SMACNA for 25 years responsible for all SMACNA Technical Standards, Manuals and Guidelines for the HVAC, Industrial, Residential and Architectural industry.

Team Leadership

This issue of SMACNews deals with industry trends to watch in 2019. We’ve seen a strong trend in leadership over the last decade that continues to gain momentum, and that’s the shift from a singular leader to a team of leaders.

Leadership

The SMACNA Executive Committee is the association’s policy and steering body, responsible for all long-term planning, financial budgets, investments, policy positions, and statements.

Federal Contracting

Department of Energy Acquisition Guide

Regulatory requirements for the acquisition process are set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and are supplemented in the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR). 

Chapter Education Program

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Balancing the Portfolio – Creating a High-Performance Service Group

Speaker: Maxim 

Having a service and special projects group to help balance the portfolio can create additional financial stability to an otherwise fluctuating industry.  During this session, we will discuss the life cycle of the service business. We will discuss how to define the business model to ensure proper viability of target environment.  From there, we will then discuss the entire workflow ranging from dispatch, technology implementation, billing and collections best practices, and customer management.  

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Understanding Grievance Arbitration Provisions of the SFUA and the Grievance Process

In this webinar, you'll gain a thorough understanding of grievance arbitration provisions of the Standard Form of Union Agreement and explore the grievance process in detail, from its initial definition to the final resolution, including the common causes of grievances and the typical steps taken to address them. You'll also gain insights into the roles and responsibilities of arbitrators in the grievance process, learning how each party contributes to reaching a resolution. By examining examples you'll better understand how grievances are resolved in the sheet metal industry. Lastly, we'll share best practices for effective grievance handling, communication strategies, and tips for resolving conflicts promptly and fairly.
 
 

BMU Speaker

Stephane McShane

Stephane McShane is a Senior Consultant at Maxim Consulting Group responsible for the evaluation and implementation processes with their clients.

Labor Relations

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Collective Bargaining

Whether it’s preparing for or navigating collective bargaining negotiations or dealing with issues that arise during the life of your collective bargaining agreement, SMACNA has resources available to answer your most pertinent questions. 

Federal Contracting

Department of Labor

The purpose of DOL is to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.

Legislative Issues

The combined efforts of SMACNA's dedicated legislative staff, wreinforced by committed, active SMACNA members, directly impacts the legislative process and regulatory environment so our industry can grow and thrive. See the latest policies, legislative issues, and related letters & testimony.

New Opportunities and Industry Growth in 2019

More design/build work, large-scale capital projects, and industry growth. SMACNA industrial contractors are confident this year promises to be a positive one for the industrial sector. Read on to hear more from H.T. Lyons, Central Industrial Sheet Metal, and Gribbins Insulation.

SMACNews

The Hard Work: Start with Culture

In our last column, we talked about the harder work of leadership. All aspects of leading a team or organization are tough. Particularly during this difficult time, our full attention might be drawn to the urgent and immediate.