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Always looking to meet the needs of our members, our employers and the industry, the North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Program this week launched a pilot class to train apprentices specifically on the installation of “Division 10” products.

From bathroom partitions to lockers, window treatments, marker boards, interior z-clip panel walls and more, “Division 10” includes finished products and systems of an increasing diversity and complexity.

The weeklong elective class for apprentices will help signatory contractors meet a need for qualified members while reducing “on the job” training. It was given a boost by material donations made by Automation Solutions and New England Interior Specialties. Contexture has also committed to donating window shades.

Dan Cutter, an instructor for the North Atlantic Carpenters Training Fund who has extensive field experience with “Division 10” installation, is teaching and developing the class.

“We have top notch facilities, highly qualified instructors and the ability to develop curriculum,” said NASCTF Executive Director Tom Fischer. “The relationships we maintain with employers and product manufacturers ensure that we know what they need. Our priority is to constantly look for ways to combine these elements and remain the most valuable partners in the industry.”