Articles by Michael McConnell

If the cover of this month’s issue seems a little familiar, you have a good memory. For the first time since 1981, we’re producing an updated version of Snips’ Shop Layouts guide.

If you’re waiting for construction to be like it was before the Great Recession, James Schug has some bad news. The industry probably won’t ever be the same. But that doesn’t mean contractors can’t succeed.

From tackling constantly changing regulations to the need for better online security, SMACNA members received a lot of business tips at this year’s conference.

For many shop managers, buying a piece — or several pieces — of sheet metal machinery is not a quick decision.

In Topeka, Kansas, the interior of the Statehouse dome shines with a brilliance that lawmakers and visitors haven’t seen for decades.

As I’ve written here many times, I always look forward to our coverage of architectural sheet metal products and projects.

We have gotten a number of letters regarding some of our articles recently, which as editor I am excited to see.

Nest has a new smart thermostat. When was the last time you saw a piece of HVAC market equipment generate such interest? 

Former editor and publisher Ed Bas wrote his first column under that headline in July 1997, when BNP Media — then known as Business News Publishing Co. — took over production of the magazine from Nick Carter, whose father started Snips in 1932.

I chose to profile David Carpinetti and his company, Black Duck Industries, because I am always interested in unusual people and products related to the sheet metal and HVAC industry.