Prevention is already a familiar concept in the trades. You inspect equipment, identify hazards, wear the appropriate protective equipment and address problems before they become injuries or costly failures.

For the sixth year in a row, Philadelphia-based general sheet metal contractor Ernest D. Menold Inc. is participating in Movember as a vehicle to promote a healthy workforce.

For Maria Arcieri, a challenge from a high school classmate was all it took to change her career path from cosmetology to automotive technology.

I still remember the first time I realized the tools in my truck could do more than finish a job. They could restore something. Not just a pipe. Not just a fixture. Not just a mechanical system. 

Everything Leon Garrett owned fit inside a single trash bag. He had one outfit, one backpack and a cellphone charger for a belt.

During a particularly heavy time in my own life, I received two pieces of advice that really helped me. One was, “Ride it out.” Don’t bury your feelings, as that will just prolong your situation. 

PHCC honored industry leaders, contractors, instructors and apprentices at CONNECT, while recognizing chapter achievements and awarding $227,500 in scholarships.

RUGGED Mind and Body’s October healthy aging series closes with three priorities for the years ahead: keeping up with preventive care, building balance alongside strength and making decisions with your future health in mind.

Hosted by ServiceForge’s Jane Blanchard, episodes will explore why real relationships and authentic customer service remain essential to business success.

The changes are designed to enhance customer support, strengthen relationships and position the company for continued growth across key markets.