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Contractor Spotlight Video Apr 19 2019

Contractor Spotlight Video: Lor-Don, Ltd/Technicair

In this Contractor Spotlight, SMACNA features Lor-Don, Ltd/Technicair, a Canadian contractor with a 140,000 sq. ft. facility that specializes in the design, manufacturing, and installation of large-scale, complex industrial projects, but also services any individual consumer requests as well.


SMACNA in the News Apr 01 2019

HVACR Today: Angie Simon Feature

Angie Simon, SMACNA President-Elect, is the feature in the April 2019 cover story of HVACR Today, “Simon will be first woman SMACNA national president.


SMACNA in the News Mar 14 2019

SNIPS Mag: Celebrating workforce diversity beyond Women in Construction Week

"I encourage you to help celebrate Women in Construction year-round by reaching out to women and all minorities in the industry, supporting those considering a career in the field, and continually revisiting recruitment efforts to ensure diversity and inclusion are at the forefront." SMACNA President-Elect Angie Simon of Western Allied Mechanical speaks to SNIPS on the need to continue building paths toward a diversified workforce.


Video Feb 25 2019

SMACNA Video: Mark Watson

Mark Watson, treasurer, Climate Engineering, in Hiawatha, Iowa, shares his thoughts on the big leadership change that is taking place in his company as he and his brothers move on.


Video Feb 19 2019

SMACNA Video: Carol Duncan of General Sheet Metal

Corporate culture is important to Carol Duncan, the CEO of General Sheet Metal in Clackamas, Oregon. In her interview she talks about creating a corporate culture that has increased the level of involvement of her employees and is keeping them happy.


SMACNA in the News Jan 28 2019

The Construction Leaders Podcast: Angie Simon Interview

Angela Simon, president of Western Allied Mechanical Inc. and SMACNA president-elect talks about her 30-year journey of working for and going up the ranks in the male-dominated industry of construction in the first Construction Leader Podcast.


Video Jan 25 2019

SMACNA Video: Joseph Lansdell

Hear what former SMACNA President Joseph Lansdell (2016-2017) has to say about his firm, Poynter Sheet Metal in Greenwood, Indiana, and the challenges of scaling up and scaling down his business, so the volume matches its resources.


Video Jan 10 2019

SMACNA Video: Randy Novak

Randy Novak, president and third-generation owner of Novak Heating and Air, in Hiawatha, Iowa, talks about his unique path to ownership which started with sweeping floors and attending apprentice training school.


Video Jan 10 2019

SMACNA Video: Mark Watson

Watch as Mark Watson, treasurer of Climate Engineers, in Hiawatha, Iowa, explains why he loves coming to SMACNA conventions and catching up with his friends.


Contractor Operations Manual Jan 01 2019

Personnel, Policies, and Procedures

Contractors can use this publication to create a personalized policy manual for their firm by modifying or editing the general guidelines and policies included.

This publication clarifies company procedures and expectations that foster healthy management-employee relationships and eliminates confusion and inconsistency. It addresses most of the topics necessary to provide employees a solid understanding of their obligations and opportunities.

This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store.


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Trustee Resources

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Federal Apprenticeship Program Rule Update

In 2016, the United States Department of Labor issued updated regulations placing certain obligations on apprenticeship program sponsors to take affirmative action in relation to registered apprenticeship programs


Video Dec 07 2018

SMACNA Video: Chad Bunting

Chad Bunting, president of Schoppe Co. Inc., in Salt Lake City Utah, comments on SMACNA’s incredible achievement of 75 years, noting that his firm has been around for 140 years. 


Contractor Operations Manual Dec 07 2018

Management Succession

This publication guides a firm in creating a formal process for leadership development. It illustrates the ways members can turn this potential crisis into an opportunity while gaining a competitive advantage. This report highlights the benefits of internal management succession, best practices, and outlines a process for effective management succession.

This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store.


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Contractor Operations Manual Dec 01 2018

Transforming Your Organization for the Future

Transforming Your Organization for the Future takes a hard look at why lean transformation using a “kitting strategy” is a true, long-term, strategic solution to manpower shortages, pricing pressure, and schedule compression.

This addition to the Contractors Operations Manual contains detailed case studies about contractors who have adopted this technique and experienced long-term, meaningful competitive advantages.

Companies that have adopted this strategy have experienced cost savings, labor productivity, increased manufacturing, reduced install times, less field manpower, material savings, improved safety, improved quality, schedule reduction, customer satisfaction, business growth, and opportunity.

This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store.


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Video Nov 26 2018

SMACNA Video: Bernie Antchak, NW Sheet Metal

Bernie Antchak, business operations manager, of NW Sheet Metal in British Columbia, Canada, talks about the challenges of moving and running a full-service sheet metal shop that performs both manufacturing and contracting.


SMACNA in the News Oct 10 2018

Building Enclosure: SMACNA Appoints New Board President

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, announced today that Nathan Dills of ACP Sheet Metal Co., Inc. has been elected by the Board of Directors to serve as president. Dills’ year-long term in office began at the close of SMACNA’s 75th Annual Convention on October 17.


Technical Resources Jul 31 2018

Soldering Copper Flat Lock Roof Seams

This study tests the use of 1/2 inch wide flat lock seam soldered joints. The industry’s current recommended widths are 5/8-inch-wide flat lock seams (Architectural Sheet Metal Manual by SMACNA) and 3/4-inch-wide flat lock seams (Copper and Common Sense by Revere Copper).


Federal Contracting

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Guide to EEO Compliance

SMACNA contractors who work on federal contracts have certain equal employment opportunities (EEO) obligations imposed upon them that may not apply to contractors who do not work on federal contracts.


SMACNews

Zahner’s South Korean Tower Sparkles

A dramatic curved stainless steel façade gave the A. Zahner Co. of Kansas City, Missouri, another opportunity to further expand its geographic reach to the Harim Tower in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea.


SMACNA in the News Jan 08 2018

ACHR News: SMART Heroes Program a Success

“The SMART Heroes program provides training and employment opportunities in the sheet metal industry to well-qualified military veterans,” said Jack Knox, president, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA). “SMACNA and SMART are proud to be able to give back to those who have given so much to us by their military service.


Contractor Operations Manual Jan 01 2018

Construction Contracts: Alternative Delivery Methods

This paper provides a brief overview of alternative delivery methods for construction contracts and can serve as a primer for contractors interested in providing services to their clients outside of the traditional design-bid-build model.

At the beginning of most projects, clients have a strong bargaining position and can dictate the terms of the contracts. Understanding how these different contract models operate right from the outset will allow contractors to decide whether it makes sense to pursue a project, develop the “best” price in a competitive manner, and manage the risk associated with these alternative methods.

This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store.


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