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Concerned about ‘#MeToo’ policy compliance? An Illinois county streamlined sign-offs with an e-solution

Posted on April 1, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Aladtec’s cloud-based workforce management software allows any member to easily access a work schedule, request shift trades or time-off, receive messages, update certifications and more from the field using a smartphone or tablet. (Photos provided)

City of Norton, Ohio, firefighters designed a form in their Aladtec database that allows them to send changes like owner contact information or building changes right from the field, saving time and process steps. Tracking schedules, swapping shifts and supervisor-staff communication is made easy with the Aladtec workforce management system. Some customers say they pay for the annual subscription in just weeks with time saved by using scheduling function alone. Visit www.aladtec.com to learn more.

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How the Utility Crew at the University of Central Florida utilizes Vac-Tron Equipment

Posted on March 27, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Vac-Tron's UCF AIR 373 SDT trailer vacuum excavator

The University of Central Florida purchased a Vac-Tron AIR 373 SDT vacuum excavator in 2016 and shared the benefits this unit has created for the facilities. “We didn’t have an initiative on campus to do soft digging and locating, so … Continue reading →

ANCR announces a distinguished group of specialists to help develop the nation’s first community-wide resilience benchmarks related to buildings

Posted on March 26, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

The American Institute of Architects and the American Wood Council join in sponsoring ANCR’s mission to help communities across the U.S. prepare for disaster Washington, D.C. – A renowned group of subject matter experts have been selected to assist the … Continue reading →

The Code Council joins organizations from across the globe in celebrating World Water Day

Posted on March 22, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

This campaign raises awareness about the importance of water in our everyday lives and the critical water challenges we face in the 21st century Washington, D.C. – Today the International Code Council joins organizations from across the globe in commemorating … Continue reading →

ClipperCreek releases 64 Amp EVSE for home and commercial use

Posted on March 21, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Starting at $969, this high-powered charging station is the best value on the market. ClipperCreek, Inc. recently added the HCS-80, a 64 Amp electric vehicle charging station to its HCS line, which delivers up to 15.4 kW of power. This … Continue reading →

Truck Safety USA, LLC. is Proud to Announce the Unveiling of DUMP BRACE™ & CAB BRACE™:

Posted on March 20, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Revolutionary Innovations in the Fleet Maintenance Support Equipment Industry. Virden, Illinois. February 21, 2018. There is a direct corrolation between safety equipment and simplicity. It is ONLY when these two go hand-in-hand, that we are able to drastically reduce the … Continue reading →

Brigadoon Fitness Launches Variable Motion Trainer

Posted on March 19, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

VMT-7500 offers a range of stride paths to deliver an innovative low-impact workout. FORT WAYNE, IND. (March 19, 2018) ––Brigadoon Fitness proudly announces the launch of the much-anticipated Sport Series Variable Motion Trainer (VMT). The VMT elliptical is the first … Continue reading →

Tennessee governor issues proclamation announcing that “Building Codes Save Lives!”

Posted on March 15, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

NAHB and many others pledge their support for the 38th annual Building Safety Month campaign Washington, D.C. – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam proclaimed that May 2018 is Building Safety Month, the first U.S. governor to do so this year. … Continue reading →

The Value of Cooperative Purchasing

Posted on March 14, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

March 8, 2018 Cooperative purchasing contracts have become steadily more popular at the federal, state and local levels. However, many people either don’t know they exist or don’t understand the advantages of using them. A cooperative contract allows a group … Continue reading →

Ohio Association of Emergency Vehicle Technicians

Posted on March 13, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

The Ohio Association of Emergency Vehicle technicians would like to publish and share the 26th annual Emergency and Municipal Vehicle Maintenance and Repair program Monday September 24 thru Friday September 28 2018. The event is held at the Ohio Fire … Continue reading →

Hiawatha, Iowa

Posted on March 11, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Not every town has its greeting conveniently baked into its name. But the founders of Hiawatha, Iowa, population 7,212, took advantage of the city’s first syllable and crafted it into the city seal. “Hi” hallmarks the spirit of the friendly … Continue reading →

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