Member Update

Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all �鶹�� members with a combination of �鶹�� National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.

�鶹�� Supports Senate Resolution to Halt Canadian Tariffs

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

S.J. Res 37, introduced with bipartisan support by Senators Tim Kaine and Rand Paul to terminate the national emergency that was declared to justify tariffs on imports from Canada.
Aaron Hilger Interviewed for National Careers in Trades Week!

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹��’s CEO speaks with the media about the for young people in a prosperous career in the skilled trades.
Tom Martin joins Angie Simon on Let’s Talk Shop

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the �鶹�� President’s industry journey and his priorities for the presidency.
�鶹��’s Annual Industry Labor Report is Now Available

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹��’s 2025 Annual Industry Labor Report has been released and is available for all �鶹�� Members to view.
�鶹��® ANSI 45-Day Public Review

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

The �鶹��® Seismic Restraint Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems 4th Edition and Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards 3rd Edition are now available for ANSI 45-day public review and comment.
New Clear the Air Episode!

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Austin Keating from SNIPS talks about what tariffs could mean for the entire industry, as well as examining some of the other critical topics throughout the space.
New Gold �鶹�� Associate Member: NEFCO

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Family-owned and operated construction supply company provides a broad range of products and services to a large variety of professional contractors.
New Silver �鶹�� Associate Member: BuildCentrix

Apr 1, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Firm offers field ordering and estimating solutions that streamlines and automate processes around the ordering, shipping, and delivery scheduling of your materials and manages your work orders and field/shop timecard entries.
SMACPAC Ambassadors Meet With Lawmakers at Phillies Spring Training Game

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹�� representatives meet with Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA), Brendan Boyle (D-PA) and others to talk about tariffs, trade and other issues of importance to the membership.
�鶹��’s AI Efforts Featured on Construction Dorks Podcast

Apr 1, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Hugh Seaton and Travis Voss talk about the impact of AI on the industry and how contractors should embrace the revolution.
�鶹�� Project Spotlight: Hard Rock Casino (Modern Niagara)

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how the Canadian-based contractor leveraged cooperation to help build an emerging entertainment venue in Canada’s capital region.
Read New FAQs on Tariff Impacts

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the effect that the Trump Administration’s trade policy could have on your business.
Learn More About CEA on the Latest Episode of Clear the Air!

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Denise Murphy McGraw joins Seth Lennon to talk about why �鶹�� members should plan to attend May’s CEA National Issues Conference.
View the 2025 Bargainers Update!

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Latest version contains resources that �鶹�� chapters can use during the collective bargaining process.
Premier Partner Interview: Titus

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of Titus’ product offerings designed to heighten building occupant comfort along with some of the practical applications in the field.
Make a Plan to Attend an Upcoming Bargainer’s Zoom Call!

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Register now to stay up-to-date on the latest bargaining developments and connect directly with �鶹��’s labor relations experts!
Help �鶹�� Update Our Business Resources

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how you can participate in the updating of The Real Costs of a Sheet Metal Business!
Senior Project Leadership Institute Graduates on Their Way to Success!

Mar 26, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the latest Senior Project Leadership Institute (SPLI) graduates.
Federated Webinar: FMCSA/DOT Driver Qualification Files and Safety Measurement System

Mar 26, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Session offered by �鶹�� Premier Partner will cover the requirements for Driver Qualification Files as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration/Department of Transportation (FMCSA/DOT).
MEP Interview: Chris Hronek (Tweet-Garot)

Mar 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Chris talks about his session and offers some great tips for how his peers can overcome nervousness about public speaking and deliver impactful content.