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The Sheet Metal Industry Institutes 2026 Conference Is Here

Built to Win and Built for You

SMII 2026 Conference

For the First Time, SMOHIT, ITI, and NEMI are joining forces for one Unified Conference.

When and Where

September 22-24
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly
Hotel & Convention Center
2450 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA

What to Expect

Combining three annual events into one gathering will yield obvious cost savings.
Beyond that, we hope to provide:

  • Expanded Programming
  • Breakout Sessions that you select
  • More Collaboration and Networking Opportunities

Local Union leaders can expect the 2026 Conference to include the usual SMOHIT programming.

You count on:

  • Program Updates, including:
    • SMART MAP
    • Peer-to-Peer Training
    • Workplace Exposure Research
  • The Annual Safety Matters Awards Dinner
The Conference can benefit all SMART Local Union Leaders, as well as JATC Coordinators and Instructors

When and Where

September 22-24
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly
Hotel & Convention Center
2450 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA

Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center, Atlanta, GA

What to Expect

Combining three annual events into one gathering will yield obvious cost savings.
Beyond that, we hope to provide:

  • Expanded Programming
  • Breakout Sessions that you select
  • More Collaboration and Networking Opportunities

Local Union Leaders

The 2026 Conference will include all the usual SMOHIT programming.

  • Program Updates, including:
    • SMART MAP
    • Peer-to-Peer Training
    • Workplace Exposure Research Program
  • The Annual Safety Matters Awards Dinner
SMOHIT Safety Awards
The Conference can benefit all SMART Local Union Leaders, as well as JATC Coordinators and Instructors
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One conference that is: Built to Win because Success is a Team Effort and Excellence is our Standard

You will also have the opportunity to learn about critical topics presented by the ITI and NEMI, including the TABB Hall of Fame inductees.
  • A larger vendor area will allow you to connect with industry suppliers.
  • A Tour of Local 85’s Training Center
Georgia Sheet Metal JATC, Atlanta

The cut-off date for reservations is Friday, Aug. 14, but any delays could limit your choices for certain Breakout Sessions.
The group hotel rate is $209 per night (plus tax and fees). Any reservations made after Aug. 10 will be subject to the hotel’s current available rate.