Tag: trade
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How embedded payments strengthen trade and field service businesses
Tailored tools like embedded payments improve productivity and drive revenue. Trades and field services are the foundation of everyday life in the U.S. From HVAC technicians and electricians to roofers and landscapers, they understand that having the right tool for the job is key to their success. TFS businesses are under pressure to operate smarter…
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Trade Over Tuition: Check Out 2025’s Top 5 Construction Careers with Growth Potential
As the price of a traditional four-year college degree continues to climb, more young Americans are questioning whether a diploma is worth the debt. New data shows that a growing number of students are trading college lecture halls for hands-on careers in construction — and the industry-in-need is ready to welcome them. Trade school enrollment…
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ClarkDietrich Hosts Event to Promote Skilled Trade Careers
As the construction industry continues to evolve, the need for skilled trade professionals remains constant. In fact, the National Center for Construction Education and Research reports that 53% of the industry is expected to retire by 2036. To inspire the next generation of construction professionals, ClarkDietrich—North America’s largest manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and accessories—is…
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Engineering trade body suspends 14 member companies after competence failures
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has suspended 14 member companies for failing to comply with its independent audit process. All the companies were found to have failed to meet the standard required in BESA’s Competence Assessment Standard, which covers business practices, financial solvency, insurance, health and safety, and technical proficiency. It is also fully…
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57% of Trade Workers Faced Jobsite Close Calls This Year
This Construction Safety Week is putting the spotlight on professionals who build America’s homes, cities and infrastructure — and the urgent need for better safety standards on the jobsite. A new survey commissioned by Bosch Power Tools, conducted by Talker Research, revealed that construction workers are seen as having the #2 toughest job in the country, second only to firefighters.…
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Could Trump’s trade war make green energy cheaper in the UK?
As the US under President Donald Trump escalates tariffs on Chinese goods – particularly clean energy components – industry insiders say the UK could become a key alternative market. The trade war may divert solar panels, batteries, wind turbine parts and heat pump components from the US to Europe, increasing supply and driving down costs.…
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Tara Toro Joins Trade Group Women’s Committee Leadership
Expanding its commitment to leadership in the community of building industry professionals locally and nationally, RKTB Architects has announced that Tara Toro, the firm’s operations manager, was recently selected to serve as Vice Chairwoman for the Women’s Committee of the Queens & Bronx Building Association (QBBA), an organization representing the residential and commercial construction industry…
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Service Trade Pros Announces Launch of Emergency Electrical Repair Services
Service Trade Pros, a top-rated Electrician in Naples, Fl, is happy to announce the launch of its emergency electrical repair services. The new service joins the company’s commitment to offering both residential and commercial customers services on the same day they place their call ensure a swift and reliable response to electrical issues. Specializing in…
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Tariffs & Trade: Shaping the Future of Metal Construction & Design
Navigating a turbulent economic landscape has become the order of the day for the metal construction industry. In a recent webinar hosted by METALCON Online, industry leaders came together to discuss the impacts of tariffs, supply chain disruptions and shifting market dynamics on the metal construction sector. With METALCON 2025 approaching, now is the time…
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Women’s trade organization granted temporary restraining order in DOL, Trump DEI case
The face of diversity, equity and inclusion continues to change with a recent victory by Chicago Women in Trades. A judge granted CWIT a temporary restraining order on March 27 in its case against President Donald Trump’s anti-DEI executive orders. Initially, the nonprofit, which seeks to amplify the presence of tradeswomen in their industries, filed…