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iBuild Central Florida hosting trade competition, job fair

CCR Magazine

The event features a construction job fair where participants can meet potential employers, followed by a skills competition highlighting trades such as carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work. Started in 2016, iBuild collaborates with more than 400 partners, with its No. at Valencia College in Orlando.

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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

These lintels must comply with strict British and European standards (including BS EN 845-2:2013+A1:2016 and BS EN 1992-1-1:2004+A1:2014) to ensure proper load-bearing capacity and safety requirements. These lintels undergo rigorous testing following BS EN 845-2:2013 and BS EN 846-9:2016 standards, ensuring consistent performance.

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Read About the Latest News on US Construction Optimism and Construction Crosshairs

Construction Daily News

This figure has dropped to 2016 levels, excluding the pandemic.10 20 Carpentry, drywall, and roofing are common jobs for undocumented workers. Reduced import competition helped US steel and aluminum companies increase output and investment. and elevated their input costs by 0.2%.11

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iBuild Camp Partners with Orlando to Shape Future Leaders

CCR Magazine

Throughout the camp, students engaged in a variety of construction activities, including plumbing, carpentry, concrete work, and heavy equipment trades. About iBuild Central Florida iBuild Central Florida is a registered 501c3 nonprofit that started in 2016.

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Unlocking Potential: The Impact of Apprenticeships

Rapport3

Rapport3 invests in apprentices and believes combining work experience with training can enhance team skills. The New Face of Apprenticeships Modern apprenticeships have shattered the old stereotype of being exclusive trades like carpentry or plumbing.

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Younger Professionals are Snubbing Construction Careers — What Your Firm can do to Change Their Minds

Viewpoint Construction Technology

He noted that young construction workers — under the age of 24 — dropped by 30% between 2005 and 2016, and that 48 states have suffered from a decline of young construction professionals. Census Bureau by Issi Romem, chief economist at the construction data firm BuildZoom. A Host of Contributing Factors.

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Welcome back, Mr. Wagner!

Cassell Construction Estimating

Ken will be available for P6 Training and Consulting until he retires in June of 2016. Ken will be using his woodworking skills to do custom millwork and finish carpentry. After his retirement he will be moving to Washington D.C. to build a home with his son on a property he purchased. We are so excited for you Ken!