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Registration and housing for the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention are officially open! Join us for four days of cutting-edge education, meaningful networking, and memorable moments at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria. Make sure to register and book your hotel now. Join your colleagues for a fun-filled pickleball tournament on Sunday, October 25, 10:00 am at the Waldorf Astoria Golf Club. A short instructional clinic will kick off the tournament, teaching rules and scoring. Play with and against different partners each round. All skill levels are welcome to participate. Experience the new SMACNA Block Party at Universal CityWalk on October 26, 6:309:30 p.m., featuring lively entertainment, dinner, and community fun. Transportation will be provided so you can sit back and enjoy the evening. Don't miss these incredible spots along Universal CityWalk! Pat OBriens(r) Enjoy Bourbon Street with dueling pianos and Cajun favorites. CityWalks Rising Star Take the stage at this karaoke club with a live band and singers (if available). Bob Marley-A Tribute to Freedom℠ Enjoy Caribbean cuisine, live reggae, inspired by Bob Marley. Red Coconut Club A stylish lounge with tiki flair, music, and signature drinks. Pat OBriens, Hurricane Glass logo, Have Fun! and Iron Grill Design (r) Pat OBriens Bar, Inc. (c) 2026 Pat OBriens Bar, Inc. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & (c) 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. Register Now! Secure your spot by June 12, 2026 to take advantage of early-bird rates! Hotel room block closes September 30, 2026. Questions? Housing: Tara Long tlong@smacna.org Registration: CMR Support 1(800) 336-9704.

This second edition of SMACNA(r) Kitchen Ventilation Systems and Food Service Equipment Fabrication and Installation Guidelines (Sections I & II) continues to provide basic reference guidelines to industry accepted practices for fabrication and installation of kitchen ventilation systems and custom built food preparation, and serving equipment commonly used in non-domestic (commercial) food facilities. Expanding on the first edition, this second edition includes updates that align with the latest Model Building Codes and industry standards governing the design, fabrication, and installation of Type I & Type II hoods, Type I kitchen grease ducts, Type Il non-grease ducts, as well as duct enclosures and associated equipment commonly found in commercial kitchen ventilation systems. Click here to review the changes.

The second-annual National Careers in Trades Week expanded its efforts to highlight the future of a career in the trades to youth across the country. This initiative, a joint venture by SMACNA, SMART, ITI, NECA, MCAA, NEMI, SMOHIT, and the Heavy Metal Summer Experience highlighted several SMACNA members giving their own testimonies about a career in the trades. Take a moment to watch this playlist of SMACNA members: In addition, SMACNA members were interviewed in several trade publications, including: ACHR Contractor Magazine Homepros Retrofit Magazine Virginia Focus (Podcast)

If you are planning to attend the June Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting on May 31-June 2, 2026, in Quebec City, the deadline to register and book your hotel is two weeks away! To register for the June 2026 Council Meeting, please click here. To make your hotel reservation and qualify for the negotiated group room rate, please click here. Please take note that this event is for Chapter Executives and Councilors Only! This biannual meeting is your opportunity to: Hear the latest updates on SMACNA initiatives and key industry developments Share your chapters perspective and ensure your voice is heard by peers and SMACNA leadership Participate in open forums, network with fellow representatives, and gain insights from SMACNA National staff, elected officials, and guest speakers Event Highlights Welcome Reception Evening of May 31 Meeting Sessions June 12 (1.5 days of content, discussion, and networking) Important Reminder A valid passport is required for travel from the United States to Canada, whether you are flying or driving. If you plan to attend the June Council Meeting and do not currently have a passport, we strongly encourage you to begin the application process as soon as possible. For more information on travel requirements and restrictions, please visit the U.S. Department of State website . Dont miss this opportunity to connect with fellow chapter representatives and help shape the future of our industry. In addition, we are still accepting topics for consideration during the meeting! Important Details: Topics may include items that result in recommendations to the SMACNA Board of Directors or are presented simply for Council discussion and information. To submit your topic, please complete this form and send it to Laurie Greene, lgreene@smacna.org by May 1, 2026. Only items submitted by the announced cutoff date will be included on the agenda. Topics submitted after the deadline will be deferred to the next Council meeting unless deemed urgent by Council leadership. Please note: Topics brought up during the meeting that were not on the original agenda will follow the rules adopted by the Council for non-agenda items. Any action on such topics will require a two-thirds affirmative vote of the voting councilors in attendance.

SMACNA continues to spotlight member companies throughout the year in the Featured Members area of our website. The current lineup includes Hermanson of Washington, The Hill Group of Illinois, Cleats Manufacturing of Illinois, and Intech Mechanical of Northern California. Each brings unique strengths, services, and perspectives to our industry. We encourage you to take another look at these featured members, learn more about their work, and consider connecting with themwhether it be online or at an upcoming SMACNA event. You can find these profiles by visiting our About SMACNA page and scrolling to the Featured SMACNA Members section. Interested in being featured yourself? Wed love to hear from youreach out to us through our Submit a Story form to share your companys story. Were excited to keep showcasing the great work happening across the SMACNA community in this special way.