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Chiller Basics - How they work

This video produced by The Engineering Mindset explains how a chiller works.

Absorption Chiller

This video produced by The Engineering Mindset illustrates how an absorption chiller works.

Air Cooled Chiller

This video produced by The Engineering Mindset illustrates how an air-cooled chiller works.

How Cooling Towers Work

This video produced by The Engineering Mindset illustrates how a cooling tower works.

How a Firetube Boiler Works

This video produced by Ware Inc. illustrates how a boiler works and the various components of a boiler.

The Refrigeration Cycle

This Titus Timeout Podcast illustrates how the refrigeration cycle works.

What is a PTAC unit?

This video produced by Titus illustrates a PTAC unit and its operation.

How A Heat Pump Works

This video produced by The Engineering Mindset illustrates how a heat pump system works.

What is Geothermal

This video produced by Titus illustrates how a geothermal system works.

What is Comfort?

This video produced by Titus illustrates the principles of thermal comfort.

Types of HVAC Filters

This video produced by Titus illustrates the types and uses of filters in an HVAC system.

Types of Fans

This video produced by Titus discusses the various types of fans in an HVAC system.

HVAC - CAV System

This video produced by the Engineering Mindset illustrates how a CAV system works.

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.

How to Read a Psychrometric Chart

This video produced by Titus helps illustrate how to properly read a psychrometric chart.

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). 

Conduction, Convection, and Radiation

This Titus Timeout Podcast  helps illustrate the principles of heat transfer.

Sensible and Latent Heat

This video produced by Ron Walker of HVAC Training Solutions helps describe latent vs. sensible heating: 

BTU & Tons of Refrigeration

This video produced by Titus shows the relationship between a BTU and a ton of refrigeration.

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. 

EPA List of Disinfectants

Disinfecting surfaces has been shown to help address the spread of COVID-19 and is still recommended by the CDC.

World Health Organization on COVID-19

The WHO has been vital in the worldwide response to COVID-19.

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.

Let's Talk Shop Episode 10

Women in Construction with General Sheet Metal

SMACNA National and SMACNA Brazil Meet

SMACNA National met with representatives of SMACNA Brazil during the 2020 AHR Expo.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Let's Talk Shop Episode 9

City Logistics with Al Labella

SMACNA Video: Becky Wiseman, PM Contracting, Inc.

In this video, SMACNA sits down with Becky Wiseman, PM Contracting, Inc. in Kansas City, MO.  Wiseman talks about how relationship-building has helped the growth of her company. She also talks about how the company will be expanding into testing and balancing and fire life safety. 

SMACNA Video: Daniel Miranda

SMACNA's Jeff Henriksen sat down with Daniel Miranda, president, Just Right Heating & Cooling in Portland, Oregon to discuss Daniel’s background, immigration to the United States, and the current growth and opportunity he has experienced owning his own business.

SNIPS Mag: New SMACNA president Angie Simon talks future and breaking barriers

Angie Simon, president and CEO of Western Allied Mechanical and the new president of SMACNA, plans to focus on issues such as workforce development, worker retention and technology during her tenure.

Let’s Talk Shop Episode 8

Integrated Project Delivery

SMACNA Video: Wayne Greenwood, JEC Service Company

In this video, SMACNA talks with new Board member Wayne Greenwood, president of JEC Service Company in Waltham, MA. He talks about his company and their focus on customer service and technology. He also describes his path to president of the company. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.”

Mission Possible for Stromberg

Stromberg, a SMACNA firm based in Beltsville, Md, fabricated and installed duct systems at the International Spy Museum.

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.

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.

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.

Meticulous Planning Is Key to Success in Occupied Facilities

Bel-Aire Mechanical expanded manufacturing capabilities at a Phoenix, Ari. medical technology manufacturing facility.

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.

Who’s Using the Tennis Court?

How do you correct inefficient or controlling leadership behaviors? Self-awareness is the key.