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2014 June/July
Component manufacturers (CMs) and their suppliers went to Capitol Hill this May to help their Congressional lawmakers understand how the structural component manufacturing industry can be a valuable bellwether for our nation’s economic health. Indeed, the improving economy was evident in the increase over last year’s conference attendance. This year, 59 lawmakers were visited, but more importantly, 19 states were represented by 31 attendees.
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2014 June/July
Now more than ever, employers need to make sure they are doing things properly with regard to their defined contribution retirement plan fiduciary responsibility.
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2014 June/July
As an employer, it is not a good time to procrastinate and wait to see what happens with ACA. Seek out an advisor who can look at your business and provide you with the information you need to handle the ACA with confidence.
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2014 June/July
- SBCA is not your typical trade association. At its foundation is a focus on developing, sharing and promoting industry best practices.
- SBCA has refrained from participating in a “pay-to-play,” direct-lobbying approach.
- However, on issues ranging from tax reform to housing finance, there are proposals floated by lawmakers that could put many of us out of business very quickly. We have a duty to warn.
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2014 June/July
- In the past 30 years, my commitment to safety has led to lower insurance costs, OSHA inspections without fines and repeat customers.
- Having a safe jobsite did not happen overnight. After working in the framing industry for many years, I’ve learned some methods and practices that work better than others.
- A safer work environment will have far-reaching effects in the industry, beyond just a healthier and safer workforce.
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2014 June/July
- Current and past industry leaders, with the support of SBCA, have invested thousands of hours developing standards, warning documentation, training programs and other tools to help train industry employees.
- As a salesman or general manager, knowing what to look for on contractual documents is critical even with long-time customers.
- ANSI/TPI 1 Chapter 2 can provide insight into market expectations, scopes of work, responsibilities and the value of your work.