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NEFBA apprenticeship program shows strong success
In 2023, every graduate from the NEFBA apprenticeship program attained NCCER industry credentials, according to www-bths.
Future Builders Offers Free Skilled Trades Training for Middle Schoolers
Springfield's new 'Future Builders' initiative launched last week, offering free after-school training in plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC to students aged 11-14.
Staht's Digital Pull Testers: Solving Common Mistakes in Pull Testing
In construction and industrial safety, the structural integrity of anchors and fixings is non-negotiable. Pull testing is the critical process that verifies this integrity, yet it's frequently undermined by common, avoid…
AutoAuth certification program updates technician tool access June 1, 2025
Starting June 1st, 2025, independent automotive repair shops face a $10 annual increase for their basic AutoAuth subscription.
Asia Pacific Dominates Marker Pen Market Trends and Growth
The global marker pen market, valued at USD 2,444.
Global market trends show resilient painter's tape and paint demand
Even as global demand for painter's tape, brushes, and wood stain drives the market towards a projected $250 billion by 2030, manufacturers battle profit margin erosion from raw material costs that ha
Cape Breton nursing home workers strike halts construction
Construction on the new $115 million, 144-bed Northside Community Guest Home in Sydney Mines has ground to a halt.
Auto Collision Training: Preparing for Evolving Vehicles
The automotive collision repair market is projected to reach $264.
Saginaw Career Complex receives $2.5M grant for auto collision training
The Saginaw Career Complex, whose auto collision program relied on equipment from the 1990s, just secured a $2.5 million federal grant, the largest in its 30-year history, according to the SCC Director.
NICC carpentry and electrician students finish Calmar project home
A 2,000-square-foot, single-family residence in Calmar now stands as a testament to the practical skills gained by students from Northeast Iowa Community College's carpentry and electrician programs,
German heavy-duty tape measure market trends see digital surge
Last year, sales of digital-readout tape measures in Germany surged by 15%.
Green Building Performance Lags Despite Data, But Post-Occupancy Insights Promise Change
A hospital deconstruction project in Boulder successfully recovered 93% of its materials, totaling 30 million pounds, marking a significant departure from traditional demolition practices.
Self-Paced E-Learning Accelerates Skilled Trades Training for 2026
On May 11, 2026, Amicus O&M Cooperative launched a 30-hour online program to rapidly certify solar PV and BESS O&M technicians, reports IndexBox .
North America Leads Global Machine Screw Kit Market Trends
The global market for machine screws, integral components in various assemblies, reached $6.
Wyoming National Guard Builds Homes with Habitat for Humanity
In Cheyenne, Wyoming, soldiers from the National Guard's 307th Engineer Utilities Detachment are not on a combat mission.
What Civil Engineers Should Know About HeliMate Australia's Marine-Grade Helical Bars
For civil engineers managing projects in coastal environments, material selection is paramount to ensuring long-term structural integrity. The persistent threat of corrosion from salt and moisture demands solutions that …
Electronic connector market projected to reach $168.5B by 2034
The global electronic connector market is projected to nearly double to $168.
Lowe's Craftsman Tools Sale Slashes Prices on Memorial Day
Lowe's has cut the price of the Craftsman Verastack 105-Piece Mechanic’s Tool Set by 50%, bringing it to $99 from $199 for its Memorial Day sale, according to Bob Vila .
Vocational training initiatives face skilled labor shortage
77% of manufacturers report difficulties attracting and retaining workers, highlighting a pervasive struggle across the industry.
Where to Buy Refurbished Ryobi Tools
Direct Tools Outlet, the official factory outlet for Ryobi, reported a 30% surge in refurbished tool sales during the first quarter of 2024, signaling a significant shift in how consumers are equippin
Husqvarna AB exits stone diamond tools business
Husqvarna Group is shutting down its manufacturing operations for stone diamond tools in Belgium, Portugal, and Greece.
Predictive Analytics in Engine Maintenance Surges Amidst New Diagnostic Tech
Brazil's Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) is proposing new Instructions that could fundamentally change aircraft maintenance planning, allowing airlines to adjust maintenance intervals based on real-world
Trade schools and career expos boost skilled trades education in 2026
Nearly 1,300 high school students in Milwaukee recently spent a day trying their hands at welding, bricklaying, and electrical work, a clear sign of how the next generation views skilled trades, accor
Students flock to 2026 skilled trades expo, exploring diverse career paths.
In Milwaukee, nearly 1,300 high school students recently converged at the Building Advantage Career Fair, a significant jump from 900 attendees just a year prior.