Granite City Works’ future secured through 2027 — but financial and community challenges loom for the site. And tariff pressures on manufacturers are mounting.
From cloud-like museums to sculptural theaters, the MCA’s 2025 Design Awards spotlight the teams using metal to redefine what’s possible in sheet metal construction
These awards from the Metal Construction Association (MCA) highlight buildings where technical complexity, creative problem-solving, and innovative applications of metal truly stand out.
Mestek Machinery’s latest spiral duct machines now feature direct Stratus integration, automating cut lists, tracking, and production for sheet metal fabricators nationwide.
Since they began using FOIL-GRIP 1402 rolled mastic sealants, Delta Sheet Metal has delivered same-day testing and airtight performance on projects ranging from hospital retrofits to major airport terminals.
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.
By stocking key machines across strategic locations and leveraging recent federal tax incentives, AMS is transforming how contractors access and invest in HVAC fabrication technology
American Metals Supply and Mestek Machinery have teamed up to launch the Midwest’s first large-scale, in-stock HVAC fabrication machinery distribution program to meet surging demand.
“We are very excited about adding the NSC Home team to the Hercules family. Hercules will add the breadth of our product lines to their current product lineup, providing a huge opportunity for their seasoned sales team to instantly become a major player in the Kansas City market,” said Andy Newland, president of Hercules Industries.
Sheet metal and HVAC companies can proactively prepare for natural disasters by assessing risks, developing site-specific emergency action plans, and training workers to ensure safety and business continuity, writes SNIPS NEWS Guest Columnist Mike McCullion.
Deal brings established HVAC brands under the Lennox umbrella and aims to boost distribution, digital capabilities, and customer experience across the U.S. and Canada.