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Proposed code changes
November 11th, 2024
A draft code proposal for temporary structures was released by FEMA for next year's ICC Code Development Cycle. The change in language, which is referenced in 3103.6.1.3, suggests "banning temporary structures in floodways and high hazard coastal areas." FEMA did not provide any evidence or research to support the change in code and we plan to comment and reject the code language. We will […]
March TRD Bootcamp
February 22nd, 2024
TRD Boot Camps offer hands-on training for installers on topics ranging from safely anchoring a tent and basic site safety to performing site surveys and installing specific styles of tents. Think TRD Boot Camps are just for those who do tent installations? Anyone in the tent industry can benefit from attending! It's a great way […]
ATA launches Foundations of Safe Tenting course
February 21st, 2024
The Tent Rental Division of Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is launching the "Foundations of Safe Tenting" course, a groundbreaking educational initiative developed in collaboration with the American Rental Association (ARA) and the Manufacturers and Tent Renters Association (MATRA). All TRD members can take advantage of this course at NO COST. Designed specifically for tenting professionals, […]
JLG Industries partners with RE2 Robotics
February 8th, 2022
JLG Industries, McConnellsburg, Pa., a global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, has established a developmental partnership with RE2 Robotics, Pittsburgh, a developer of intelligent robotic mobile manipulation systems. The collaboration is intended to advance the integration of robotics with access equipment to deliver improved operator safety and enhanced productivity on job sites. “Robotic […]