Which industry associations have been added to 12Build?

What will you find in this article?

• Importance of trade associations: The added value of displaying your memberships.

• Overview of trade associations: A complete list of associations available in 12Build.

• Registering a new association: What to do if your trade association is missing.

Summary

Listing your membership in trade associations on 12Build enhances your professional image and builds trust with general contractors. An extensive list of associations, such as Bouwend Nederland and Techniek Nederland, is available; missing associations can be added via email.

Terms and Target Audience

This article is intended for companies active on 12Build that are members of a trade or business association. You need access to your own company profile to update this information.

Importance of industry associations

It is essential to add the industry associations you belong to your company profile. This demonstrates that you are committed to the quality standards and networks within your specific sector. 12Build has a video available that delves deeper into the importance of this profiling.

1. Log in to your 12Build account.

2. Navigate to your company profile.

3. Under the relevant section, select the trade association(s) you belong to. [Image: Overview of profile settings where trade associations can be selected]

Overview of trade associations

Below is an overview of industry associations currently listed in 12Build:

• General Construction & Infrastructure: Bouwend Nederland, Aannemersfederatie Nederland (AFNL), MKB infra, NVBU, Woningborg.

• Engineering & Installation: Techniek Nederland (formerly Uneto), FME, FHI, NVKL, Luka, TVVL, VLR (Elevators and Escalators).

• Finishing & Maintenance: NOA, OnderhoudNL, Vakfederatie Rietdekkers, Vebidak, Gebouwschil Nederland HHD, Romazo.

• Specialized Construction: Betonhuis, VBR (Concrete Repair), NVAF (Foundation Works), Association of Facade Builders (VMRG), Dutch Steel Construction Association, Zinkmeesters, NHI (Fencing).

• Landscaping & Wood: Royal Association of Gardeners and Landscapers (VHG), NBvT Centrum Hout, VVNH, Cumela.

• Consulting & Expertise: BNA (Architects), NLingenieurs, NIVRE.

• Safety & Recycling: VERAS (Demolition and Asbestos), Federatie Veilig Nederland, BBN (Fire-Safe Construction), BRBS Recycling.

Register a new association

Is the trade association you belong to not yet listed on 12Build? You can easily have it added to the database.

1. Check your profile to confirm that the association is indeed not listed.

2. Send an email to support@12build.com.

3. Include the full name of the association and, if applicable, the website. 12Build will then process the request in the system.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question: Can I select multiple industry associations? Answer: Yes, if you are a member of various organizations, you can add them all to your profile to showcase your broad expertise.

Question: Does adding a new association to the database cost money? Answer: No, submitting a missing association via support@12build.com is a free service to keep the database complete.

Troubleshooting

• Symptom: The selected trade association does not appear on my public profile.

  • Cause: The changes may not have been saved yet, or there may be a delay in synchronization.

  • Solution: You can try refreshing the page (F5). If this does not work, you can always contact the support department. You can start the chat at the bottom right of the page by clicking the orange chat button.

• Symptom: I can’t find a specific abbreviation in the list.

  • Cause: The association may be listed in the system under its full name.

  • Solution: Search for both the abbreviation and the association’s full legal name.