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2016 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

September 28, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Every year, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes an "Occupational Outlook Handbook" for nearly every profession in the United States. This year's handbook provides some interesting insight on the health of the auto upholstery industry. … [Read more...] about 2016 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

6 Ways Auto Trimmers Prevent Back Injury

December 18, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto upholstery is not a craft that’s easy on the body. No matter how strong you are, all of the pulling, bending, heavy lifting and long hours spent crouched over a sewing machine will eventually take their toll – especially on your back. … [Read more...] about 6 Ways Auto Trimmers Prevent Back Injury

2012 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

June 10, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has published its 2012 "Occupational Outlook Handbook" on the upholstery industry – a brief study that every rookie and seasoned pro in the field should read. … [Read more...] about 2012 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

2011 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

March 14, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

The U.S. Department of Labor recently published its 2011 Occupational Outlook Handbook on "Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Occupations" - a brief study that every rookie and seasoned pro in the upholstery industry should read. While the study doesn't separate auto upholsterers from those who deal primarily with home furnishings, it does provide an interesting overview of … [Read more...] about 2011 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

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