After being all-digital in 2021 due to COVID concerns, the Modular Building Institute’s 2022 World of Modular conference and tradeshow returned and attracted over 1,000 in-person and digital attendees from more than 20 countries. The modular building industry event drew modular construction professionals to network, exchange ideas, learn from experts, discuss issues, and receive recognition at the La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas. The event featured more than 50 breakout sessions focused on a range of topics such as manufacturing efficiencies; emergency preparedness; engineering and design of modular buildings; legal, insurance, and regulatory issues; case studies; and business development topics. … Read more
Virtual Conference to Highlight Career Opportunities for Former Military Members
The International Code Council will be hosting a virtual webinar, “Building Your Future: Career Paths for Military Veterans”, 1-2 p.m. CT Tuesday, May 10, as part of the Code Council’s yearly awareness campaign, Building Safety Month. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate of post September 2001 veterans rose to 7.3% in 2020. The webinar, hosted by industry professionals with military experience, will explore the outlook for construction and building safety jobs, as well as the challenges, opportunities and resources available for military veterans considering a career in building safety. Who: Kris Bridges, code council board of … Read more
American Society of Concrete Contractors to Hold Annual Conference in September
The American Society of Concrete Contractors will hold its annual conference Sept. 29-Oct. 2 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown, Cleveland, Ohio. Concrete contractors, manufacturers, designers and other industry professionals will gather for three days of educational events and networking. Seminar tracks include tech, business management, decorative/polished concrete and safety. Topics include “Techniques to Reduce Carbon Footprint,” “Transitioning Your Company to the Next Generation,” “Intro to 3D Printing,” “Lessons in Leadership,” and a panel discussion on constructability: “What’s My Role and What do I Want it to be?” Attendees can take advantage of the ACI Flatwork Finisher Certification and the ACI … Read more