Custom Woodworking Business August 2013
In This Issue
CJS Millwork Implements CAM Software
According to CJS Millwork, the company has found success with the implementation of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software Mastercam.
Quality Finish? Speed and Distance Are Critical
When it comes to getting the best wood finish, spray gun speed and distance are critical.
Cherry Wood Makes the World Go Round
For the past seven years, WMIA's Wooden Globe awards have been produced by students from the four year wood college program at Pittsburg State University in Kansas. The process usually includes three kids and takes roughly two days to produce the Globes.
Thingamejig Scribing Tool Review
J. Alexander's Jared Patchin reviews a Thingamejig scribing tool.
Architectural Woodwork Institute: Better and Stronger
AWI, one of the savviest operations in the woodworking interiors field, is holding its 61st Annual Convention Oct. 9-11 in Orlando, FL.
Superglue Leads Woodworker Online Comments
Online readers posed questions on Bioformix Nexabond high viscosity, water-free adhesive for wood products with answers provided by the manufacturer’s CEO Adam Malofsky.
TigerStop's Angle on Compound Cutting
Calculating cut angles and projecting the blade path with lasers, TigerStop's TigerAngle is a high-tech take on compound crosscuts.
Thermal Shrink Fit Tool Holder
Leitz's ThermoGrip shrink-fit tool-holding system uses heat in setting cutting tools and offers precision with its one-piece chuck design.
Outwater Bonds with Real Wood
The introduction of its Real Wood Veneer Sheets and Real Wood Veneer Edging complements Outwater’s wide selection of available trims and surfacing products.
Drilling: Smart Screw Depth Setting
Starborn Industries’ new tool puts the kibosh to over- and under-drilled screws without damaging surfaces or stripping the screw recess.
Woodworkers: Pocket Jig Gets Makeover
Kreg Tool says its new Kreg Jig K5 pocket hole jig features a clamping mechanism that has a front-mounted handle and adjusts to different workpiece thicknesses without tools or adjusting nuts.
How To Fix Power Tools
Repairing power tools on your own, rather then sending them to repair centers, can save money, and deliver faster turnaround.
Cabinet Refacing: Business Opportunity?
For clients seeking an alternative to kitchen cabinet replacement, cabinet refacing gets you in the door and on the job.
Custom Woodworking Business August 2013 Reader Service
Custom Woodworking Business August 2013 Reader Service
Custom Digital Wood Crafters
Happy Owl Studio handles batch custom wood manufacturing in leased space.