Looking to expand your building performance knowledge? Take a look at these upcoming training opportunities from BERs B.E.S.T Academy. Information and registration links are provided below. See you there! BER has partnered with Building to Zero Exchange (BTZx) to bring you two free in-person workshops. ➡️ The Science of High-Performance Building Assemblies explores residential building assemblies and how they can be used to meet higher codes of NBC 2020 9.36 or support deep energy retrofits. ➡️ Advanced Air Tightness offers and in-depth look at air-tightness testing and diagnostic methods. Both workshops take place on May 5 in Antigonish and May 7 in Wolfville. Check them out! 🔗 The Science of High-Performance Building Assemblies in Antigonish: https://ow.ly/4ApJ50YK321 🔗 Advanced Air Tightness in Antigonish: https://ow.ly/V5uy50YK324 🔗 The Science of High-Performance Building Assemblies in Wolfville: https://ow.ly/2Q8x50YK322 🔗 Advanced Air Tightness in Wolfville: https://ow.ly/cfuY50YK323 ➡️ Want to stretch your knowledge of air tightness testing from the BTZx workshops into a full credential? Join BER in Halifax, NS on May 12th and 13th for our Air Tightness Technician Certification Course https://lnkd.in/g8dSemq8 ➡️ And last but certainly not least, join us for a free webinar on May 20th, all about Ducts and common performance issues that can save you and your customers energy and money. https://lnkd.in/ebmmENUh

Is your stormwater strategy missing this critical step? 🌧️ Pollution in stormwater runoff is a growing challenge for our communities, but the solution often starts right at the curb. We’re thrilled to have our very own Michael Shelton leading a session on the power of consistent street sweeping. He’ll be breaking down how a proactive program doesn’t just keep streets clean—it’s a vital line of defense for water quality and environmental health. Don’t miss out on these insights. We hope to see you in the crowd! #StormwaterManagement #Sustainability #EnvironmentalProtection #CleanWater

The Greenfield Central School Foundation connects the community with the classroom to enhance student learning, provide extraordinary classroom experiences, and prepare students for career success. Through support from the Sonnentag American Foundation, Greenfield Central High School students in the HVAC program were able to acquire updated equipment capable of handling the newest refrigerant, enhancing their learning experience and better preparing them for career opportunities. The County Materials Family of Companies is proud to partner with the Sonnentag American Foundation to support organizations like the Greenfield Central School Foundation. Learn more about the Sonnentag American Foundation: https://hubs.li/Q048mLKb0

This lively episode explores the importance of hands-on training, industry stereotypes, and innovative community-based learning initiatives in the maintenance and skilled trades industry. Our hosts discuss practical strategies to make maintenance skills engaging and accessible for learners of all ages, highlighting the need to rethink how we train and inspire future tradespeople. From unique strategies for technical training that go beyond immediate work orders to creative ideas for community and resident engagement in skill-building activities, the Turnover Trio touches brings an engaging and insightful conversation around the topic of growing the skilled trades workforce. Multifamily Media Network Paul Rhodes Chris Caramanica Mark Sharp Lex Vance #MaintenanceMatters #DirtyMaintenanceNation #GodFather #MultifamilyMaintenance https://lnkd.in/eqgJYS2h

The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) has announced the return of the International President’s Technical Conference in 2026. The event is set to run under the theme ‘Amplifying Our Advantages on Approaching Hazards’. Conference will explore a variety of modern topics that are currently impacting the fire sector.    This one-day gathering, which is sponsored by Wintech, will bring together key policymakers, industry pioneers and thought leaders on 3 June at the University of Wolverhampton. Topics to be covered include curtain walling fire safety, the impact of residential fire sprinkler systems on lithium-ion battery fires and aspects relating to smoke control. Read more on the Fire Safety Matters website https://lnkd.in/e_M6xsnu James Lane

We are pleased to share an update on speakers for our Technical Conference, taking place at Loughborough University on 7 May 2026. Daniel Barrowcliffe of the Building Safety Regulator will be joining us to share an insight into industry competence and the work being done to support improved standards across the built environment. We are also delighted to confirm that John Mannell of the GGF will be exploring how competency is defined and demonstrated within the fenestration sector, alongside Carl Woodwiss of Element, who will discuss product competency and what increasing scrutiny means for specifiers and project teams. We look forward to welcoming members for what promises to be an insightful and timely event. More details: https://ow.ly/miPt50YCfmZ #CAB_Member #TechnicalConference #CAB_Events

If there is one thing we learned at Build My Future 2026, it is that Iowa students bring incredible energy to the skilled trades. We spent the day at the Iowa State Fairgrounds connecting with the next generation of builders, operators, and technicians. Our team kept the popcorn flowing while students stopped by to talk and take a shot at our basketball challenge. 🍿🏀 At Star Equipment, events like this go beyond showing up with a booth. They are about opening doors and helping students see the real opportunities that exist in this industry. There is a strong future in the trades, and it starts with moments like these. Shoutout to our team for representing us well, and to the 7,200+ students who made it such a high energy event. #WorkforceDevelopment #BuildMyFuture #StarEquipment #IowaBusiness #ConstructionIndustry #SkilledTrades #FutureWorkforce

Our very own Tim Walsh will be speaking on ANZI Z133 at FVMA tomorrow, April 1st, from 11:35-12:00 - you won't want to miss it! Abstract: The ASC Z133 standard serves as the cornerstone of arboricultural safety in North America. The upcoming 2026 revision introduces some of the most significant structural and technical changes in the standard’s 50-year history. This presentation provides a focused overview of the Z133–2026 updates, with particular attention to high-impact changes affecting electrical hazard classification, drop zone management, aerial operations, rigging practices, chainsaw use, and emergency response requirements. The session will explore the new four-level electrical arborist qualification system, updated Minimum Approach Distances (MADs), and revised language that shifts many practices from “should” to “shall.” Attendees will gain insight into OSHA alignment, consensus standard development, and practical field implications of the updated standard. Special emphasis will be placed on how these changes reflect a modern, learning-based safety philosophy—one that balances compliance with operational realities. Whether you are a utility arborist, municipal forester, safety manager, or crew leader, this session will help prepare you to adapt field practices, training programs, and safety plans in alignment with the new standard. #NoLimits | #WoodsonTree

We’re so proud to see Beth Dean representing Maze Fire Consulting as a speaker with The Institution of Fire Engineers. Beth will be sharing her expertise on 'Fire testing: what it does and what it does not tell us', as part of the IFE programme. This is an important topic and one that goes right to the heart of good fire engineering judgement. At Maze, we know that robust fire safety design depends not only on test data, but on understanding its context, limitations, and how it should be applied in real projects. It’s great to see Beth contributing to that wider industry conversation. #MazeFireConsulting #FireEngineering #FireSafety #IFE #InstitutionOfFireEngineers #CPD #BuiltEnvironment #FireTesting

ClearWater Solutions recently had the pleasure of hosting 57 students from UAB for an immersive tour of the Hoover, Inverness wastewater treatment facility! Led by an expert team including Michael McCary (CWS), Jason Welch (City of Hoover), and Dustin Till (GMC), students were given a behind-the-scenes look at the sophisticated engineering and biology required to protect local water resources. This tour counted as a lab day for the class, with students utilizing plant flow charts and treatment cycle overviews to prepare for an exam that factors into their final grades. We take pride in bridging the gap between theoretical engineering and real-world municipal operations to ensure a strong "depth on the bench" for the future of our industry! Read more at https://bit.ly/4sFR6c4