International Standards and Training Alliance (INSTALL)

David Gross Appointed Executive Director, INSTALL

January 26, 2023

INSTALL, the North American leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, announces the appointment of David Gross as INSTALL Executive Director. Gross began his new position on December 1, 2022, upon the retirement of the organization’s previous executive director, John T. McGrath, Jr. who held the leadership role for 16 years.

Looking Back: INSTALL

December 26, 2022

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In light of John T. McGrath, Jr.'s retirement from his position as Executive Director of INSTALL, it is important to look back at the number of initiatives and accomplishments he and the INSTALL team have achieved for the year. The list includes training program expansions, standard updates, new alliances and resources available to those looking for a career in flooring installation.

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INSTALL Announces Retirement of Executive Director John T. McGrath Jr.

December 1, 2022

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INSTALL, the North American leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, announces the retirement of Executive Director John T. McGrath Jr., who played a significant role in revolutionizing floorcovering installation training and standards for over two decades.

We Celebrate the Military in the Flooring Industry

Veterans Day Honors Those Who Served in Our U.S. Armed Forces

November 11, 2022

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We would like to say "Thank you" to our industry veterans who signed on to serve and protect our country and went on to a career in the flooring industry.

FCICA Announces Fall Dates for Certified Installation Manager Program

August 18, 2022

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The Certified Installation Manager (CIM) Program sets the industry standard for those involved in the management of commercial flooring projects.

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INSTALL Announces New Alliance Partners, Floorcloud and Spec-Intel

August 9, 2022

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INSTALL Alliance Partners work side by side with INSTALL to bring the best technical education, product expertise, and technology training to the flooring industry. Most recently, INSTALL has announced two new Alliance Partners, Floorcloud and Spec-Intel.

INSTALL Reintroduces Hardwood Flooring Training

July 19, 2022

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Continuing to expand its training offerings, INSTALL, the North American leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, recently presented a Hardwood Flooring Installation course at the Northwest Carpenters Institute (NWCI) in Burlington, Washington.

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INSTALL Announces Updates to Resilient Flooring and Carpet Certification Standards

July 8, 2022

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As the North American leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, INSTALL announces recent updates and improvements to its resilient flooring and carpet certification standards.

How Training and Trust Combine to Help Flooring Installers Grow in New Markets

John McGrath Jr.

May 23, 2022

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John McGrath, executive director, INSTALL, provides a few tips on how to expand your business into new markets.

Taylor Time Live Takes On Installer Training

April 18, 2022

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The company's monthly educational webinar will discuss the biggest challenges facing the flooring installation industry.

The INSTALL Triennial Conference was three days immersed in exploring how education, training and certification can make a difference with a focus on how labor, management and manufacturers can work together to eliminate industry issues. The event included the newly-introduced INSTALL Olympics where champions from each of the Five Districts of the Carpenters Union in the U.S. and Canada competed in a timed skills installation.

Posted: August 9, 2018

It was a busy year for INSTALL, the association of professionals from across the entire flooring industry. Installers, contractors, manufacturers, associations and consultants collaborated on many events for one simple goal: to deliver quality flooring installations the industry can take pride in. Here are some highlights from the year.

Posted: Nov. 22, 2017