Alliances & Associations

ABC Associated Builders

Associated Builders and Contractors is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 69 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. ABC’s membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors.

AFAA

The National AFAA’s primary focus includes active participation in the codes and standards making process of both the International Code Council (ICC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). AFAA has 34 individuals representing the association on 37 NFPA Technical Committees. In addition, AFAA has representatives on 3 UL Standards Technical Panels and the ICC Industry Advisory Committee. Consistent involvement in the codes and standards making process is vitally important to the sustainability of the fire alarm industry. Without this involvement, requirements for fire alarm systems would erode rapidly.

NFPA

NFPA is widely known as a codes and standards organization – that’s the backbone of what we do, and it always will be. Our mission is to provide you with the information and knowledge you need to do your job well in today’s ever-changing environment. Our 300 codes and standards are designed to minimize the risk and effects of fire by establishing criteria for building, processing, design, service, and installation around the world. The more than 250 technical committees, comprised of approximately 9,000 volunteers, review public inputs and vote on the revisions in a process that is accredited by the American National Standards Institute. NFPA provides free online access to its codes and standards.

IES

Established in 1906, the IES is the recognized technical and educational authority on illumination. For over 100 years its objective has been to communicate information on all aspects of good lighting practice to its members, to the lighting community, and to consumers through a variety of programs, publications, and services. The strength of the IES is its diversified membership: engineers, architects, designers, educators, students, contractors, distributors, utility personnel, manufacturers, and scientists, all contributing to the mission of the Society: to improve the lighted environment by bringing together those with lighting knowledge and by translating that knowledge into actions that benefit the public.

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UL

Underwriters Laboratories is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the UL mission through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide the safe, sustainable commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security and sustainability.

AGCA

The Associated General Contractors of America, the voice of the construction industry, is an organization of qualified construction contractors and industry related companies dedicated to skill, integrity and responsibility. Operating in partnership with its Chapters, the Association provides a full range of services satisfying the needs and concerns of its members, thereby improving the quality of construction and protecting the public interest.

CAFAA

Since 1970, CAFAA has been representing the fire alarm industry. We are a not-for-profit organization with a membership of over 600 fire alarm professionals united by a strong commitment to the California fire alarm industry. Our membership consists of fire alarm installation and monitoring companies, fire alarm manufacturer’s representatives and distributors, registered professional engineers, and building and fire officials.

WECA

WECA offers strong political and public affairs efforts, networking, specialized member services, training, and workforce development in an effort to achieve its goal of promoting merit shop electrical contracting as the most valuable, qualified choice for the electrical construction industry. WECA promotes workforce development for the electrical and low voltage fields across the Western United States.

Opportunity International

Opportunity International provides access to savings, small business loans, insurance and training to 17.5 million people working their way out of poverty in the developing world. Clients in 28 countries use these financial services to expand businesses, provide for their families, create jobs for their neighbors and build a safety net for the future.

Contractor Check Accredited Member

Alcumus ContractorCheck is a health and safety compliance company helping organizations to create better workplaces, keeping people safe. We do this by assessing and accrediting contractors across North America to legislative and client requirements, providing clients with a contractor management tool to maintain compliance and reduce risk.