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Home » sheet metal industry

Articles Tagged with ''sheet metal industry''

Stratus HVAC Fab

How Digital Tools Are Transforming HVAC, Sheet Metal Contracting

Digital tools and new approaches are changing how sheet metal work gets done, from the shop floor to the field
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
March 3, 2026
Sheet metal contractors are rewriting the rules, as companies like Hermanson and shops around the world use real-time digital workflows, and automation to make fabrication faster and more collaborative.
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Mayo Clinic Architectural Sheet Metal

State of the SMACNA Chapters: Navigating Change with Tradition and Innovation

Skilled labor shortages, evolving labor laws, technological shifts, and legislative advocacy define the current landscape of SMACNA chapters
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
February 26, 2026

SNIPS NEWS speaks with five chapter executives from across the country for a Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) chapter checkup.


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Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Brings Some Clarity, But Metal Tariffs Still Haunt Contractors

Despite a Supreme Court ruling striking some tariffs, uncertainty around costs and contract protections continues to complicate bidding for federal work
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
February 25, 2026

With core metal tariffs untouched and refund rules unresolved, contractors face ongoing price volatility and risk – making federal project bidding as unpredictable as ever.


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Thermatuff Thermaduct phenolic duct preinsulate

Thermaduct Unveils Thermatuff Phenolic Panels at AHR Expo

New Thermatuff phenolic panels offer contractors a single solution for duct insulation, pre-insulated ductwork, and glueless metal duct lining
SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff
February 24, 2026

Thermaduct’s Thermatuff phenolic panels simplify HVAC duct insulation and installation by enabling use in pre-insulated, lined, and glueless sheet metal systems for commercial applications.


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SheetMetal HVAC DMA

Construction Job Growth Driven by Nonresidential Trades as Unions Expand Workforce

Nonresidential hiring and union apprenticeship growth drive strong job gains, but long-term outlook depends on federal infrastructure clarity
SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff
February 12, 2026

Construction employment jumped in January, yet industry leaders warn that future growth relies on stable investment and policy support.


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Spiral Duct SPIDA Webinar

SPIDA’s New Chapter: Learning Year-Round, Together

A new era for SPIDA: virtual learning, fresh perspectives, and practical tools are bringing members together
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
January 22, 2026

SPIDA’s new quarterly webinars are connecting members year-round with real-world tools, business strategies, and culture-building insights. Here's a report of the first three sessions from the spiral duct association.


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Kyle B SPIDA President

A Message from the President of SPIDA: 2026

Kyle Brumleu is leading the Spiral Duct Manufacturers Association into the future
Kyle Brumleu
January 22, 2026

A message from incoming SPIDA President Kyle Brumleu on the value of connection, collaboration, and continued growth in the sheet metal spiral duct industry.


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SMACNA Tom Martin

Tom Martin Reflects on a Year of Challenge and Change as SMACNA Welcomes New Leadership

Outgoing president Tom Martin looks back on labor shortages, innovation, and the power of partnership – while new president Todd Hill sets a tone of gratitude and opportunity
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
January 22, 2026

As SMACNA turns the page, new president Todd Hill brings his own story, optimism, and deep sense of gratitude to the role.


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Advances In Prefabrication Harris

How Advances in Prefabrication Are Changing Mechanical Project Delivery

Prefabrication is moving from a jobsite workaround to a game-changing strategy, as new technology and early team commitment transform how mechanical projects are delivered
Mike Nelsen
Mike Nelsen
January 22, 2026

Prefabrication is now at the center of project planning – helping contractors overcome labor shortages, boost quality, and speed up schedules.


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AGC 2026 Economic Outlook

Data Center Demand, Immigration Crackdowns, and AI Shape a Mixed Outlook for Construction in 2026

Subcontractors remain resilient in AGC report recap
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
January 8, 2026

While margins are compressed and contractors are still chasing fewer projects, there’s hope that long-stalled developments are finally moving forward.


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