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Combilift and CMETB Celebrate 10 Years of Pioneering Engineering Traineeship
Combilift and CMETB Celebrate 10 Years of Pioneering Engineering Traineeship This week saw a landmark celebration at Combilift’s global headquarters in Monaghan, marking the 10th anniversary of the highly successful OEM Engineering Traineeship—a collaborative initiative between Combilift and the Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB). The event, which welcomed past graduates, current trainees…
Read MoreCelebrating the Winners of MBI’s 2025 Awards of Distinction
MBI’s Awards of Distinction are presented annually, traditionally on the final evening of its North American World of Modular conference and tradeshow. This year’s Awards were presented in a variety of categories, including several each for permanent modular construction projects and relocatable buildings. Excellence in “green” modular construction and marketing were also recognized.
Read MoreMBI Welcomes R.I. Group Founder & President Salvatore Tafuro to the Industry’s Hall of Fame
In 1973, Salvatore Tafuro, only in his twenties and already supporting a family of three children, set out to realize his entrepreneurial dream. From a humble garage in Leverano, in the heart of Salento, he began producing metal structures and aluminum fixtures for the construction industry.
Read MoreThe Best-Kept Secret in Housing
What can we do to right the ship, overcome these circumstances, capitalize on the opportunity, and address this epidemic in the housing sector? It’s easier than you might think.
Read MoreThe Blueprint for Accountability: How Mastery, Autonomy, and Purpose Drive Performance in Construction & Manufacturing
Accountability is one of the most critical elements of a thriving organization, yet many leaders in the construction and manufacturing industries struggle to create a culture where it truly thrives. High-performance teams require more than just technical skills and efficiency—they need strong accountability, alignment with the company’s vision, and a deep sense of ownership.
Read MoreModular Building Institute Breaks Records with 2025 World of Modular Conference
Modular Building Institute Breaks Records with 2025 World of Modular Conference The Modular Building Institute (MBI) held its annual World of Modular Conference Las Vegas earlier this month, featuring leading experts and industry leaders in modular building. The annual gathering saw a record crowd of 1,741 attendees – a 20% growth from 2024 – and…
Read MoreGraitec Announces Acquisition of Microsol Resources to Strengthen Its National Presence in the U.S.
Graitec Announces Acquisition of Microsol Resources to Strengthen Its National Presence in the U.S. Graitec, a global software developer and Autodesk Platinum Partner providing digital innovation to the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry across North America and Europe, is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of Microsol Resources, a leading Autodesk Gold Partner specialized…
Read MoreEVstudio Partners with Vederra Modular to Expand Affordable Housing Solutions
EVstudio Partners with Vederra Modular to Expand Affordable Housing Solutions EVstudio proudly partners with Vederra Modular, a new Colorado-based manufacturer focused on affordable housing and modular design. Vederra’s team built homes for Rocky Mountain Home Builders in Evergreen, Colorado, showing strong volumetric experience. They operate a modular manufacturing warehouse in Aurora, Colorado, producing up to 650,000…
Read MoreAvient Supports Resia Manufacturing to Create Prefabricated, Modular Components for Multi-Family Housing
Avient Supports Resia Manufacturing to Create Prefabricated, Modular Components for Multi-Family Housing Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, is pleased to announce a successful collaboration with its valued customer, Resia, a vertically integrated real estate company that specializes in developing, building, and managing multifamily communities, and through its Resia Manufacturing (RM) subsidiary, specializes in…
Read MoreAkhurst Machinery Group Partners with X-Floc to Bring Cutting-Edge Insulation Technology to North America
Akhurst Machinery Group Partners with X-Floc to Bring Cutting-Edge Insulation Technology to North America Akhurst Machinery Group, an industry leader in the North American machinery industry, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with X-Floc, a German company specializing in pneumatic insulation technology for prefabricated homes, modular buildings, and offsite construction solutions. Since 1994, X-Floc…
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