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One of the most common misconceptions about lean manufacturing techniques is that they only apply to large-scale operations. Lean is the continuous improvement of operations to cut down wastes. “What lean tends to do is look at the system and try to identify what adds value,” explains Robert Van Til, Ph.D., professor of lean studies at the Oakland University School of Engineering and Computer Science and chair of the Industrial Systems and Engineering Department. 

After 34 years, the Connecticut-based Venuti Enterprises is closing shop and selling all its assets in an auction on Dec. 17,2018.

In the morning of Oct. 3, 2018, Virgin Atlantic flight VS16 landed at London Gatwick from Orlando, Florida, to become the first commercial flight completed on jet fuel recycled from steel mill emissions. 

Thinking about cashing in on your sheet metal shop and letting your next in line take over the family business? In "The Contractor's 60 Minute Exit Plan," Kevin Kennedy and Joseph Bazzano of Beacon Exit Planning teach contractors how to cash out, eliminate taxes and retire comfortably.  

Five HVAC professionals from across the U.S. honored with national recognition and a $1,000 Malco toolkit. 

A new study, from research by the Industrial and Financial Systems, shows double-digit growth of IoT (internet of things) usage in the business operations of industrial companies. 

With the new patented technology, air conditioning systems, can now eliminate frosting without interrupting the dehumidification cycle.

Managing design, fabrication, installation and expectations are all important factors in successful exposed ductwork installations. But many contractors overlook one simple task. 

In honor of Thanksgiving, here are five expert articles for sheet metal contractors that we are thankful for.