High-profile union-backed legal battle exposes the risks immigrant workers face, as the administration signals a possible shift on Abrego Garcia’s deportation destination
A federal judge dismissed all criminal charges against deported sheet metal worker Kilmar Abrego Garcia, but despite his courtroom victory, Abrego Garcia’s status remains unresolved.
A new bipartisan bill in Congress could restore and extend critical energy efficiency tax credits, including the 179D, 45L, and key clean energy credits.
HVAC technician Robin Cutshall returned to the ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship this year and is, as she was last year, the only woman competing in the apprentice division.
A long-dormant apprentice contest returns to Livermore, California, bringing together sheet metal apprentices from three states for a challenging, camaraderie-filled sheet metal competition.
A new study reveals that targeted, tuition-free pre-apprenticeship initiatives are rapidly increasing diversity and opportunity in Illinois’ construction trades.
Pre-apprenticeship programs spark record growth among women and black workers in Illinois construction, outpacing national trends and reshaping the industry’s workforce.
Leaders from the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART) across North America gather in New York to strategize against rising job insecurity for union sheet metal workers.
Pipefitters, welders, and electricians face uphill battles and legal hurdles when breaking ties with unions. Recent cases highlight how complex, costly, and drawn-out “leaving the union” can be for sheet metal and HVAC pros.
What separates a good HVAC apprenticeship program from a great one is more than just textbooks and a curriculum — it’s about mindset, mentorship, and modern training methods that keep pace with an ever-evolving industry.