Skilled Trades Blog

How Technology Is Transforming Skilled Trades: Opportunities for Workers and Employers The skilled trades industry—encompassing electricians, plumbers, carpenters, HVAC technicians, and more—is undergoing a technological revolution. From automation to smart tools,...

Skilled Tradesmen: The Backbone of the American Revolution During the American Revolution (1775–1783), skilled tradesmen, including blacksmiths, carpenters, millwrights, welders, and printers, were pivotal in shaping the young nation. These artisans provided essential...

The 80/20 Rule: Excellence as a Top Performer In the skilled trades, where precision and productivity reign supreme, the 80/20 rule, or Pareto Principle, is a powerful tool for both workers and employers. This principle is based on the realization that 80% of results...

Tariffs and Their Impact On Skilled Trades Tariffs—those taxes slapped on imported goods—often stir up heated debates about trade and economics. But beyond the headlines, they could be a game-changer for skilled trade jobs in the United States. From electrician...

Fulfillment Conveyor Systems – The Fast Track to a Career In the heart of every bustling fulfillment facility—think massive warehouses shipping your online orders—lies a network of conveyor systems keeping the world’s goods moving. These mechanical marvels are the...

Plumbing in Metropolis – Pipes, Pressure, and a Splash of Chaos In the hustle and bustle of modern American cities, few people stop to think about the intricate web of pipes and systems keeping everything flowing smoothly beneath the streets. Plumbing in urban...

Time Is A Flat Circle, The Humble Heat Pump Is Back In Style Heat pumps first gained popularity in the 1970s due to escalating energy costs and the oil crisis, which pushed consumers towards more energy-efficient heating solutions. They were seen as a promising...

Exploring the World of Hot Water Heaters: Tank, Heat Pump Hybrid, and Tankless When it comes to heating water in your home, the choice of water heater can significantly impact your comfort, energy bills, and environmental footprint. Here’s a detailed look at three...

Happy New Year! The 2025 One Word Challenge Check out the full slideshow! https://summitskilledsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/One-Word-Challenge-PDF.pdfThe One Word Challenge is a New Year's alternative to making resolutions that involves choosing a word to...

The True Light of Christmas: A Celebration of Faith Christmas is not just a festive season filled with twinkling lights, carols, and the joy of giving; it's a time to remember the profound event that changed the course of human history - the birth of Jesus Christ. In...