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Business Management University Schedule

John Murdough

John Murdough, CPA, MBA, Partner at Baker Tilly US, LLP. Mr. Murdough presents an easy-to-understand approach to accounting and financial issues for contracting and construction firms. He is a nationally recognized instructor and workshop leader who combines in-depth construction industry experience with a rare gift for teaching.

Architectural Contractors Start 2019 with Custom Projects, Solid Outlook

The new year is already off to a good start for some SMACNA architectural contractors, including Carlson Sheet Metal, Central Industrial Sheet Metal Works, and MG McGrath.

Article X, Section 4 Grievance Request for NJAB Hearing

Parties wishing to have a grievance heard by the NJAB after a Panel deadlock should make a submission on the approved Article X §4 forms.

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Judi Holler

Hotel & Housing

Coalition Partners

Lobbying coalitions are frequently employed by trade associations who are familiar with coordinating activities of multiple players. By speaking with a “unified voice,” a coalition is more likely to achieve success in its lobbying efforts particularly if it regards a controversial issue or bill; elected officials are often more persuaded to act when there are multiple voices weighing in on a legislative matter. View list of the coalitions in which the SMACNA Capitol Hill office participates.

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Round Industrial Duct Construction App

This app allows you to create solutions using the methods and formulas covered in SMACNA’s Round Industrial Duct Construction Standards Manual.

SMACNA Safety Tool Box Talk Volume 4

Combined Heat and Power Alliance (CHP)

The Combined Heat and Power Alliance advocates for state and federal policies that reduce financial and regulatory barriers for CHP and WHP.

RMLU

RESIDENTIAL: Loyalty Builds Business

For Mendel Plumbing and Heating, a maintenance loyalty program builds client relationships and helps retain employees during shoulder seasons. 

Chapter Supervisory Training Programs

Developed to increase the supervisory and management skills for field supervisors, this is a "must attend" for field management. See a full list of available programs. Program requests are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Laboratory Expertise Yields Positive Results for Boston- Area Contractor

Hospitals, universities, biotechnology companies, and many pharmaceutical clients highlight this Waltham, Mass.-based SMACNA firm’s construction portfolio.

Standard Form & Agreements

Resources related to the Standard Form of Union Agreement (SFUA) and model collective bargaining agreements, negotiated between SMACNA and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART).

Supreme Court Takes up Arbitration, Employment Cases in 2019

Cases to watch involve questions on employment discrimination and class arbitration, among other matters that affect contractors.

Chris Carlough

Tax Incentives for Contractors

The Business of Associations

This seminar will cover some of the basic functions of the chapter, including event planning, industry promotion, associate member management, and contractor education.

Nathan Shinkle

Membership Categories

SMACNA offers several categories of membership, including regular membership available to signatory sheet metal contractors that install, fabricate, manufacture, or service HVAC, industrial duct systems, architectural sheet metal applications, or sheet metal products.

Residential Standards

Publications include Residential Sheet Metal Guidelines and Residential Comfort Systems Installation Standards Manual.

SMACNA Technical Subscriptions

Business Management

SMACNA develops publications, surveys and educational programs to keep SMACNA contractors abreast of the best business practices that can be used for running a sheet metal and air conditioning contracting business. 

Building Trades Wage & Fringe Database

The Building Trades Wage & Fringe Database tracks benefit information for approximately 100 local areas and helps contractors and chapters compare them more easily.

Services and Forms

A list of services, policies, and forms available to SMACNA Chapter Executives.

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Volunteer

Volunteering is one of the most profound ways you can give back to your association. Sharing your time and knowledge is invaluable, which is one of the reasons SMACNA greatly appreciates all its volunteers. More about:

• Board Nominations
• College of Fellows Nominations
• Committees and Task Forces

Developing a Stronger, Healthier Safety Culture

Could there be business benefits to developing healthy safety culture in a company? Although it is true that companies that improve safety realize multiple business benefits, the main point is that "It's the right thing to do."

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SMACNA Offers Essential Bargaining Resources

SMACNA offers a variety of services to prepare management bargainers and offers more significant resources than other union trade associations.

Characteristics of Great Leaders

This issue of SMACNews has a focus on international trends in 2019 and beyond. In 2018, I worked with leaders from Latin America, Europe, Canada, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Eric Anderton

An accomplished construction industry executive, leadership advisor, strategic facilitator, and keynote speaker, Eric Anderton boasts an impressive background that includes 25 years of public speaking, small group facilitation, and one-on-one mentoring experience.

Construction Contracts: Alternative Delivery Methods & Preconstruction Planning

Part I 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. Part II reviews strategies, standardized steps, and processes that lead to predictable project outcomes.

Educating Your Employees on the Importance of Cyber Security

As business owners, you know that your company is safer when your employees understand their respective roles and responsibilities in keeping confidential information, and themselves, safe.

Richard Reese

As a senior consultant with FMI, Rick works with a diverse group of general and specialty contractors, construction managers and construction materials manufacturers. 

Zach Piercy

Cash Flow Forecasting: A Powerful Tool in Your COVID-19 Recovery

The COVID-19 pandemic brought with it a wave of changes to the construction industry — some temporary, some permanent. The 2020 job site shutdowns had wide-ranging effects on construction contractors’ financial positions.

Confident Consumers Still Willing to Spend on HVAC Enhancements

In the St. Louis market, the big topic of conversation in the world of heating and air conditioning is programmable thermostats.

Seismic Hazard Standards

Publications include Seismic Restraint Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems.

Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction App

This app allows the user to create table driven solutions using the methods and formulas covered in SMACNA’s Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards Manual.

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.

Communication Across the Generations: Generation Everyone

Contract Language Database

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

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.

Recap: September 2023 Project Managers Institute

Program included interactive presentations on management, leadership, project planning, time management, and financial management to equip them with a personalized action plan to implement upon return to their companies.

Federal Legislation

Updates on SMACNA's legislative priorities