The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) is an international trade association representing 3,500 signatory contracting firms with more than 100 chapters throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and Brazil. A leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, SMACNA has offices in Chantilly, Virginia, and in Washington, D.C.
The Illinois Valley Contractors Association (IVCA) is a pivotal organization committed to uniting contractors, suppliers, and industry affiliates to build a thriving community. Our focus is on promoting excellence in construction, enhancing safety standards, and driving economic growth. Through networking events, educational programs, and advocacy, we empower our members to achieve success and contribute positively to the Illinois Valley.
Union Plus is a non-profit and the ONLY consumer benefits organization created and endorsed by the AFL-CIO. The mission is to improve the quality of life for union members and their families, provide valuable benefits and services that strengthen the ties of union members to their unions, and contribute funding to the labor movement.
SMART, the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers, is one of North America’s most dynamic and diverse unions, with 230,000 members. With members in scores of different occupations, we advocate for fairness in the workplace, excellence at work and opportunity for all working families.
Established in Peru, Illinois almost 50 years ago, Chapman's Mechanical Systems is a multi-generational family operation that evolved from a sheet metal specialist into a comprehensive mechanical contractor.
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The Second Annual Car Show was back on Saturday, September 13! Friends and family of Local Unon 1 gathered to admire classic and custom cars and enjoyed music and food trucks.
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In October, we came together for our annual Awards Banquet to honor retirees, long-serving members and apprentices. Your hard work and commitment have built a stronger union and a stronger community.
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