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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has unveiled its training schedule for December. The schedule includes 10 free, standards-based tile installation workshops, plus an art glass panel training session. 12/7 – Floor & Decor, Temple, Texas 12/7 – Floor & Decor, Fountain Valley, Calif.

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JUNE 15, 2022

—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is launching a brand-new training module in its regional training program: Thick-Bed Installations. According to the NTCA, this program will debut at America’s Floor Source in Columbus, Ohio on August 26, 2022.

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JANUARY 16, 2024

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will promote the value of certification and training for tile installers during TISE—the International Surface Event—2024 taking place here January 24-26, 2024. The post CTEF to promote certification, training at TISE 2024 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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APRIL 26, 2023

Bostik will partner with The National Flooring Contractors Apprenticeship Program (NFCAP) to aid in the group’s nationwide training program. Bostik is always on the lookout to aid in apprenticeship training programs. This strong outreach offers students anywhere within the country to receive high-level training.

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APRIL 19, 2022

Oberlin, Ohio— A new course focused on the requirements needed to certify to the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard is now available in the Natural Stone University. The video series provides step-by-step guidance to help quarriers and producers complete the process of certifying to the standard. Site Management. Transportation.

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MAY 21, 2024

—The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) has provided training to thousands of people in the tile and stone industry over the last decade. The intent of the course is to teach tile installers and others the current installation standards, methods and practices to avoid installation problems.

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APRIL 22, 2024

—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has been recognized as the Floor & Decor Pro Partner of the Year. This esteemed award highlights NTCA’s commitment to excellence in the tile industry and its dedication to fostering strong partnerships within the flooring community.

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APRIL 22, 2024

As a certified tile installer, Sanders dedicated himself to advancing the industry’s technical and educational standards. The award celebrates his financial and volunteer contributions to the organization, underscoring his dedication to advancing tile education and training.

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AUGUST 16, 2022

Flooring products. The proceeds from this online auction will allow us to expand the training and certification programs such as the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program,” said Scott Carothers, CTEF director of certification and training.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2021

According to CTEF, he is passionate about the tile industry, the importance of proper tile installation methods and standards and serves as a respected mentor in the installation community. Bettiga said the most significant threat to the growth of the tile industry is the lack of qualified and trained tile installers.

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AUGUST 3, 2020

The guide—along with the Certified Tile Installer “Field Manual for Thin-Bed Installation of Ceramic Tile” and associated tests—have become the industry standards for the professional development of tile installers and others involved in the sale, specification, prep, installation and service of ceramic tile , the group said.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The CTEF aims to improve the tile industry through installer certification, education , training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. During normal times, CTEF generates income through in-person training and hands-on certification event fees. Flooring products.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

INSTALL, the International Standards and Training Alliance, routinely updates its certification standards to ensure they’re in alignment with industry trends and capabilities. INSTALL recently updated its resilient, carpet and substrate preparation certification standards. Washington, D.C.—INSTALL,

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Louis, Missouri—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) released its 2023 hands-on training calendar. These events are held at various NWFA regional training centers across the United States and Canada. The post NWFA releases 2023 hands-on training calendar appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

operations have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 and 9001 in 2023. The ISO 14001 recertification confirms the Madison operations have met the internationally agreed-upon standard to identify, monitor and control environmental performance through efficient resource consumption and waste minimization.

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APRIL 23, 2018

Originally published by Fishman Flooring Solutions. ARDEX Receives 2017 Vendor Partner Award from Fishman Flooring Solutions. ARDEX Americas is a flooring industry pacesetter in developing and manufacturing high-performance products used for concrete repair and resurfacing, substrate preparation and flooring installation.

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JULY 11, 2023

—Mannington Commercial announced that its operations located here have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 recertification. The Calhoun location manufactures commercial broadloom carpet, modular carpet tile, rubber and residential rigid core flooring products. achieved ISO 14001 certification in 2012.

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has released its 2024 Hands-On Training Calendar. These events are held at various NWFA regional training centers across the United States and Canada. ” The full Training Calendar can be found here. . ” The full Training Calendar can be found here. .

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APRIL 8, 2024

Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.” ACT Program Q&A The post CTEF to focus on CTI/ACT certification at Coverings appeared first on Floor Covering News. ” To pre-register, visit here. ACT B4212C Presentation 1:30 a.m. ACT GPTP Demonstration Thursday 4/25 11 a.m.

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MARCH 28, 2023

Dalton—The Certified Flooring Installer (CFI) program and the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) will offer credit toward their certifications for students completing the Floor Covering Education Foundation’s (FCEF) “Basic Floor Covering Installation” program (BFCI) offered throughout its network of technical colleges and schools.

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JUNE 24, 2021

ECore said it is shock absorbent, durable, affordable, easily maintained and is the original composition rubber fitness floor. Available in rolls and tiles, the durable surface sets the standard for performance, quality and affordability, according to the company.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2020

I encourage everyone who values the critical importance of tile industry standards and the high expectations derived from them to participate in Giving Tuesday,” said Scott Carothers, CTEF director of certification and training. During normal times, CTEF generates income through in-person training and hands-on certification event fees.

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JULY 25, 2023

That mission is to improve the tile industry through certification, education, training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. The post 2023 CTEF Auction kicks off in August appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MARCH 23, 2022

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) invites the tile industry to its booth (N3163) at Coverings 2022, taking place here, April 5-8, 2022 , for a demonstration of “GPTP By the Standard” and to witness the Mud Walls and Mud Floors Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program tests. to noon and 3 p.m.

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MAY 1, 2024

Columbus, Ohio—AFS Group (America’s Floor Source), a top-five independent flooring retailer, has acquired the assets and intellectual property of Lewis Floor & Home (Lewis). We look forward to growing our premium product offering and making continued investments in marketing, merchandising, technology and training.”

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MAY 3, 2023

The award honors those who assist NTCA trainers as they travel the country to bring free standards-based education and training and those who provide information and support the industry through the association. He truly was an ambassador for the tile industry, especially as it pertained to the importance of training and education.”

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

—INSTALL has joined forces with Tarkett, a leader in a broad range of flooring solutions, to advance and drive industry standards for excellence in carpet floor covering installation. Don Styka, director of field services at Tarkett, cited INSTALL a a pioneer in the floor covering industry. McGrath Jr.,

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Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2021

Quinn T here are many different flooring adhesives , each offering benefits to weigh and pricing to compare. Regardless of the brand, the performance of the material ultimately depends upon its ability to durably and successfully bond floor coverings in a manner that is acceptable to installers. Modern adhesives.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

CCA Global has revamped Fast Start, its extensive training program for sales professionals, with a new virtual platform designed to train and retain new employees. The most recent training session featuring the new virtual platform garnered the largest Fast Start attendance for the company to date. Manchester, N.H.—CCA

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NOVEMBER 8, 2021

—INSTALL, the North American leader in floor covering installation training and certification, and Tarkett have joined forces to advance and drive industry standards for excellence in carpet floor covering installation, the companies said. McGrath Jr., executive director of INSTALL. Superior quality assurance.

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JULY 31, 2020

For its first event, to be held August 26, attendees will learn about standards, selling tile post-pandemic, the benefits of tile for health and wellness and more. Introduction to Tile Industry Standards. Who: Mark Heinlein, training director, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA). When: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. – 12 p.m.

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DECEMBER 3, 2020

—For fifteen consecutive years, Mohawk has earned a place among Training magazine’s ranking of world-class learning and development organizations. Our training professionals have reinforced messages of workplace safety and well-being while emphasizing the skills necessary for individuals to meet customer needs in a rapidly changing market.

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DECEMBER 5, 2023

Eventgoers will be able to benefit from live demonstrations, show floor tours with pre-recorded audio, interactive sessions and partner education. This four-hour live classroom training will focus on teaching the essential skills required to excel as a professional architectural sales representative. Register here.

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DECEMBER 2, 2022

A robust lineup of complimentary learning opportunities, including live demonstrations, curated show floor tours, interactive sessions and partner education, will span all tile and stone industry segments. The post Coverings releases 2023 education lineup appeared first on Floor Covering News. Register for Coverings 2023 here.

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JULY 6, 2021

Nothing beats the energy and excitement of live demonstrations on the floor of the Coverings trade show,” said Sean Boyle, senior vice president, marketing and channel management, Laticrete. Spectralock 1 exceeds all the standards under the ANSI A118.3, Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021.

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DECEMBER 20, 2021

An examination of what it means to be qualified labor, why training is important and how/why specifiers and customers need to engage and understand how to select a professional tile contractor. The post Coverings conference sessions announced appeared first on Floor Covering News. The Secrets of Pool Design and Installation.

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JULY 15, 2021

The post CTEF creates Dan Hecox Service Award appeared first on Floor Covering News. The newly created Dan Hecox Service Award allows us to recognize those who, like Dan, embrace a vision of excellence for tile installation and inspire all CTIs to be part of making that vision a reality.”.

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