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WIC Week 2026: Leading From the Front — Building Careers That Last
WIC Week 2026: Leading From the Front — Building Careers That Last

Women in Construction Week is my chance, as part of the SMCA Philadelphia contractor community, to highlight the women who strengthen our industry from every angle: company and industry leadership, training and outreach, and jobsite leadership. Continue Reading

Postedby Jennifer Lohr
Date posted03/3/2026
Breaking New Ground: Official Approval for Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Breaking New Ground: Official Approval for Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Pre-Apprenticeship Program

The Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Joint Apprenticeship Training Fund (JATF) has received official certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for its Pre-Apprenticeship program. This marks a major milestone for workforce development in Philadelphia, providing a structured, paid program that... Continue Reading

Date posted08/5/2025
Labor Relations Update: A Message to Our Industry Partners
Labor Relations Update: A Message to Our Industry Partners

The Sheet Metal Contractors Association (SMCA) affirms its strong commitment to union labor and the skilled tradespeople who make our industry exceptional. Continue Reading

Date posted04/29/2025