Where Fabrication Meets Automation: SMACNA Western PA Industry Night 2026

Whether you’re a contractor, engineer, project manager, or supplier, the 2026 Industry Night hosted by SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania brings together the region’s sheet-metal, HVAC, and building-controls professionals for a night of learning, networking, and innovation.

Event Overview

• Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (food & beverages provided)
• Location: Rivers Casino Events Center
• Cost: Free for attendees, registration required.

Attendees & Who Should Be There

This yearly event draws a broad cross-section of the Western PA HVAC / sheet metal industry, including:

• Mechanical contractors (both union and non-union)
• Sheet-metal fabricators and HVAC installers
• Facility managers and building owners/operators
• Design engineers and consulting firms
• Distributors, suppliers, and vendors of HVAC, controls, and building systems

If your work touches fabrication, installation, building automation, or facility maintenance and you want to stay current with emerging trends and technologies, you’ll find real value in attending.

This mix of attendees creates a great atmosphere for networking, collaboration, and discovering new business opportunities.

What to Expect: Building Automation, Controls & Smart Systems Focus

The 2026 program centers on the growing importance of building automation and control systems, reflecting how the industry is evolving beyond traditional sheet-metal fabrication.

Featured Themes:

• Open Systems: flexible, interoperable control infrastructures.
• Packaged Controls: pre-configured control solutions for speed, reliability, and easier installation.
• Equipment Analytics: using data, analytics and AI-driven platforms to improve maintenance, energy efficiency, and building performance over time.

Presentations will be followed by a roundtable discussion giving attendees a chance to ask questions, share experiences, and explore how these systems fit real-world projects.

Why Mestek Machinery Is Excited to Attend And You Should Be Too

At Mestek Machinery, we’re always looking ahead. For 2026:

• We aim to engage with contractors and partners who are integrating automation and control systems, a critical direction for HVAC/building projects.
• We’ll highlight how our fabrication solutions and equipment can support precision, quality, and efficiency, especially in projects where coordination with controls and automation matters.
• It’s a prime opportunity to connect with industry peers, share insights, and explore how evolving technologies are shaping the future of mechanical systems.

This event isn’t just about fabrication; it’s about bridging mechanical and smart-systems disciplines.

How to Register & What to Do Next

• Keep an eye on the official registration link on the 2026 Industry Night page. Registration will open soon.
• Plan to arrive between 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM to fully take advantage of the presentations, trade-show floor, and networking opportunities.
• Bring your questions, especially if you’re working on projects involving HVAC, building controls, or integrated automation.

We’re excited to be part of this year’s Industry Night and we hope to see many of you there. If you work in sheet-metal, HVAC, facility management, or building automation: Mark your calendar now.

About Mestek Machinery

Mestek Machinery is renowned for its excellence in designing and manufacturing high quality machinery for the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and sheet metal fabrication industries. With a rich history and a commitment to innovation, Mestek Machinery has consistently delivered state-of-the-art solutions that empower its customers to achieve exceptional results. Its dedication to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction has earned the company a prominent place within the industry.

About SMACNA of Western PA

SMACNA of Western PA, a chapter of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), was founded in 1943 by a like-minded and driven group of professional sheet metal contractors dedicated to improving all aspects of their industry. Today, these same motives compel our diverse group of members to work toward furthering the goals of this association. Member contractors are actively engaged in all phases of sheet metal fabrication and installation, including HVAC, architectural and specialty fabrication, manufacturing, testing and balancing, kitchen work, roofing and fire life safety.