Anderson, S.C.—The Association of Ceramic Tile Manufacturers of Spain (ASCER), the Italian Association of Ceramic Tile and Refractory Manufacturers (Assopiastrelle) and the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), have joined the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and other industry supporters in addressing the growing need for trained tile installers in America. According to Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) executive director Dave Gobis, these organizations are committed to helping CTEF expand and provide more installation training nationwide.

In addition to financial donations, TCNA and NTCA will be providing two instructors to CTEF to teach courses and workshops that deliver hands-on techniques and the latest on standards.

For more information on CTEF, call 864.646.8453.