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Youth vocational training tackles skilled trades shortage
At just 20, Charles Goede from Waterford, Connecticut, is a three-year apprentice plumber with Local 777.
John Deere launches JD AI assistant in Operations Center app
At the 2026 Farm Progress Show, John Deere unveiled an AI chatbot named JD, designed to convert years of farm data into practical insights for farmers.
Snap-on's Advanced ADAS Calibration Tools
Offering ADAS calibration services adds roughly $1,250 per vehicle repair, creating a significant new revenue stream for shops, according to Revvhq .
Trafford Roofing and Water Boy Soft Wash expand services
Trafford Roofing, a local fixture for decades, announced its immediate expansion into three new counties: Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware.
Anthropic's Claude AI Powers New Robot Integrations
In a recent experiment, researchers without prior robotics experience programmed a robot dog faster with Anthropic's Claude than a human-only coding group.
Construction and trades salaries rise in 2026
With 292,000 job openings as of November 2025, the construction industry faces a critical talent shortage, pushing salaries for roles like Project Managers to nearly $200,000.
How Dave’s Powder Coating Delivers Results for Car Enthusiasts: A Step-by-Step Process
For car enthusiasts in the Greater Vancouver area, achieving a perfect, durable finish on custom parts is paramount. The process behind that finish determines its look, longevity, and resilience against the elements. Dav…
Ontario, federal programs offer business, worker support
While a new Ontario program aims to place 250 people from underrepresented groups into skilled trades, the province's existing Employment Ontario services already supported over 693,000 Ontarians in t
Ontario invests $2.1M in new tech for forest sector innovation
Ontario is pouring over $2.
Homeowners Build DIY Natural Disaster Protection Projects
For as little as $2,000, homeowners can implement simple retrofits that significantly boost a home's resistance to devastating wildfires, preventing catastrophic losses.
Delaware County Community College seeks skilled trades instructors
Delaware County Community College is pushing to bolster its skilled trades programs across four key locations, calling for instructors with a decade or more in their craft and availability for both da
Tray Stand Support Frameworks Market Growth Forecast Sees Value Shift
While the global tray stand support frameworks market is projected to grow by 48% through 2035, average selling prices for next-generation frameworks are already surging by 15-30% due to material inno
Organizations Expand Trades Training to Meet Skilled Labor Demand
Since 2018, The Home Depot Foundation's partnerships alone have certified over 70,000 participants in skilled trades, highlighting a massive, accelerating push to fill critical labor gaps.
Soft services facilities management market reaches $933B by 2030
The soft services facilities management market is set to expand by nearly $300 billion in just five years, projected to reach $933.
Michigan's economic boom fuels urgent demand for skilled trades
New members joining Iron Workers Local 25 start with a $57 an hour package, including upward mobility and guaranteed pensions, according to The Detroit News .
STIHL Launches ALLPRO Battery System for Tradespeople
With its new ALLPRO system, STIHL's tabless battery technology now delivers 60% higher peak power and double the service life compared to previous professional models, fundamentally changing what is p
Philadelphia Airport delays flights amid equipment outage
The New York area operates with only 57% of its target air traffic controller staff, a critical factor in FAA ground stops at eight major Northeast airports in 2026.
SureWerx Dickies launches new safety footwear collection in Q4 2026
SureWerx announced a new Dickies safety footwear platform, but workers cannot buy it until Q4 2026.
Silicone Thermal Interface Sheets Market Sees Double-Digit Growth
The global thermal interface material market, a largely unseen but critical component of modern electronics, is projected to nearly triple in value from USD 4.
Getting to Know JMR Roofing: The Essentials for Nottingham and Derby Homeowners
JMR Roofing is a professional company providing a full range of roofing services, including new installations, repairs, flat roofs, and Velux windows for homeowners across Nottingham and Derby. Understanding the role of …
Global rosin tackifier market: Robust growth forecast
The global rosin tackifier market is projected to reach USD 5.12 billion by 2034, expanding significantly from USD 3.36 billion in 2025, driven by demand for eco-friendly adhesives.
County Grant Funds Freeport Armory Conversion to Trade School
Nassau County has awarded a $300,000 grant to Freeport, initiating the transformation of its historic armory into a new trade school.
GSI Group Acquires Aven Tools, Expanding Lab Equipment Offerings
GSI Group, a portfolio company backed by L Squared Capital, just completed its fifth acquisition with Aven Tools.
DoorDash wins FAA approval for drone delivery expansion
Just weeks after receiving FAA approval on July 30, 2026, DoorDash began delivering restaurant orders via drone in select suburban areas.