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More than 70 National and Global Construction Firms Joined Forces to Promote Safety
By METALCON. The recent Construction Safety Week represents a show of force, an opportunity for people, companies, and even competitors, to work together and build a stronger, safer industry. The Construction Industry Safety group, comprised of more than 70 national and global construction firms, and the Incident and Injury Free CEO (IIF) ...
Trent Cotney Named General Counsel to National Slate Association
Trent Cotney of Cotney Construction Law, LLP was recently named General Counsel of the National Slate Association (NSA). As General Counsel, Cotney will provide legal assistance to the association’s board of directors with regard to the organizational structure, bylaws, operations, and governance policies. The National Slate Association is a non-profit organization that ...
Asphalt Roofing Facilities Across North America Earn Workplace Safety Awards
The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association announces “Accident Prevention Contest” winners. Over 50 asphalt roofing manufacturing facilities have been recognized for workplace safety by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA). ARMA’s annual Accident Prevention Contest honors individual roofing manufacturing facilities across North America for their low incident rates among workers. The winners ...
Metal Roofing is Red Hot Right Now and Rapidly Gaining in Popularity
Hear from Metal Roofing Alliance's Executive Director Renee Ramey on At Home With Gary Sullivan about the reasons behind its growing popularity. LIsten to the interview here or read the transcript below to learn why metal roofing is gaining traction in the industry. Use the link at the end to ...
NRCA Giving Day will be June 7, 2019
Giving Day to benefit the Roofing Alliance's Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship Program. The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), proudly announced June 7, 2019, as NRCA Giving Day. Each June, NRCA holds National Roofing Week to share the pride of being a roofing professional and ...
TARC 2019 Summer Convention at the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front
By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner Registration is open for TARC Summer Convention June 5-8, 2019! Check out the event lineup and register today. The Tennessee Association of Roofing Contractors convention being held June 5-8, 2019 in Pensacola, Florida, highlights the what has and is happening year-round in the roofing industry. ...
Safety is Top Concern for Construction Workers Regarding Automation
A recent survey shows construction workers are more concerned about safety—rather than job security—regarding increased automation on job sites, according to www.forconstructionpros.com. In a recent poll of construction workers conducted on behalf of Volvo Construction Equipment, 46% highlighted the increased risk to job-site safety compared with 31% who were concerned about ...
MRCA Announces Call for McCawley Award Nominations
If you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the Roofing Industry with their time, talent, and resources, then here is your opportunity to nominate them for MRCA's most prestigious award. The James Q. McCawley Award was created to honor those who demonstrate exceptional dedication to the Roofing ...
DuPont Enhances Global Parental Leave Policy
DuPont announced a new, comprehensive parental leave policy that offers four weeks of paid leave for new parents, including adoptive and same-sex parents. For birth mothers, the four paid weeks are in addition to an enhanced paid maternity leave which has been extended to 12 weeks. The new policy takes effect ...
IB Roof Systems Announces “Contractor of the Year”
Antis Roofing wins Contractor of the Year Stanley Cup Award from IB Roof Systems. The IB Roof Systems, Stanley Cup award was designed to honor and recognize IB ProSelect Contractors that demonstrates strong industry commitment and position, an excellent level of service and superior installation. Mike Swartzer, IB Roof Systems ...
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