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The Top 10 States for Woodworking

The votes are in, and the overall top states for doing business are not necessarily the ones where woodworkers tend to congregate. "America's Top States for Business 2015," compiled by CNBC, ranks the best work states, with the top 10 in order of: Minnesota, Texas, Utah, Colorado, Georgia, North Dakota, Nebraska, Washington, North Carolina and Iowa. But according to recent BLS employment figures, that's not where you'll find the majority of woodworkers, nor the best paying jobs in the field.

Woodworking Industry News

First 3D Printed Office to Be Built in Dubai

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - The world's first office building made via 3D printing is slated for construction in Dubai in 2017, the UAE National Innovation Committee announced Tuesday. A 20-foot-tall 3D printer will be used to construct the 2,000-square-foot office. 3D printing technology also will be used to produce the office furniture, detailing as well as structural components, which will be made from special reinforced concrete, glass fiber reinforced gypsum and fiber reinforced plastic.

Woodworking Industry News

Office Furniture Group BIFMA Adds Marketing Manager

The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) announces that Nicole Cook has joined the staff as the Marketing Manager. She will oversee the marketing, communications, brand management, event planning and outreach related activities of the organization.

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Wireless Chargers for Furniture Wins FCC Approval

Furniture with wireless chargers built in could see expanded application as the FCC approves use of the devices. Resonant products allow users to wirelessly charge their smart phones, tablets, laptops and other mobile devices without the need for "plugging-in" to a wall or other power outlet.