Union Sewn Apparel Brings SMART Members Together SMART Local 540, with membership mostly in HVAC and fire life safety, has had a embroidery signatory for a decade now Austin Keating November 5, 2024 When delegates descended upon Las Vegas for the Third SMART General Convention in August 2024, they left with union-made swag.Read More
Labor Department Recovers $878,000 in Back Wages for Construction Workers in New York City Three contractors agree to comply with the Davis-Bacon Act and Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Austin Keating November 5, 2024 EMG Industrial Chimney Inc. misclassified 21 insulators and sheet metal workers as service fitters.Read More
SMACNA Names New President Aaron Hilger, the CEO of SMACNA, said Martin is a leader who thinks about the future SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff October 31, 2024 Tom Martin, who is the president of Cleveland-based T.H. Martin, Inc., is taking the reins of the trade group. Read More
Malco Tools Acquired by Aspen Pumps Group, Positioning Both for Growth U.K.-based Aspen Pumps Group acquires Minnesota-based Malco Tools, Inc., making it its U.S. HQ Austin Keating October 29, 2024 The acquisition positions Malco Tools as Aspen's North American headquarters, paving the way for an expanded footprint in the HVAC/R market. Read More
Madison Area Mechanical, Sheet Metal Contractors Association Team Up with Steamfitters for Heat's On Event 36th annual Heat's On event a resounding success SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff October 27, 2024 The success of Heat's On relies on the support of countless volunteers, contractors, and supply houses. Read More
Sheet Metal Health Institute Names New Program Administrator With Bradley at the helm as program administrator, SMOHIT is poised to continue its growth SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff October 25, 2024 In his previous position, Bradley made significant strides in promoting health and safety initiatives for sheet metal workers. Read More
Ventcon Expands to Meet Growing Demand from American Manufacturing Detroit sheet metal contractor Ventcon grows footprint with new locations in Michigan and Tennessee Austin Keating October 24, 2024 Detroit’s largest sheet metal contractor, Ventcon, is fabricating historic levels of ductwork for mega projects across the United States.Read More
Sheet Metal Processing Equipment Market Set to Surge, Fueled by Industrial Automation and AI The demand for sheet metal processing equipment is being driven by a wide range of industries outside and within HVAC Austin Keating October 22, 2024 The increasing demand for precision metal work and advanced machinery across a wide range of industries is expected to drive significant growth.Read More
SNIPS NEWS Now Accepting Nominations for Contractor of the Year Submissions are open to all HVAC contractors who handle ductwork installation, renovation and restoration Austin Keating October 21, 2024 Give your employees the recognition they deserve! It costs nothing to submit an application. Read More
Ohio Woman Achieves Career Goal Through Apprentice Readiness Program With awards for perfect attendance and excellence, Dayton, Ohio woman has a new goal: To become a foreperson SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff October 10, 2024 Emilee Och's experience in an apprentice program in Dayton, Ohio, has prepared her for a successful career in the trades.Read More