Wood Products Red Book 2014
In This Issue
Wood Products Red Book Index to Advertisers
Websites and phone numbers for advertisers in the April 2014 issue of Wood Products: The Red Book Resource Guide for Best Practices.
The Scoop on RFID Technology
What Woodworkers Need To Know About RFID Technology.
Woodworking Productivity Optimized by Ordering Ripped Lumber
If you regularly utilize specific widths, you should consider ordering ripped hardwood lumber from your supplier. The article provides a look at the options available.
8 Reasons to Use Tablets for Cabinet and Closet Sales
8 Reasons to Use Tablets for Cabinet and Closet Sales
4 Tips for Improved Moulder Usage
From aligning shoes beneath the bed plate, to using software for clues to knife wear, here are some tips and techniques to optimize moulder operation for both production and custom woodshops.
Identifying Wood Dust Hazards in the Shop
Tips to help wood products manufacturers identify and protect against wood dust explosion hazards in the shop.
Optimizing Lumber Yield in the Woodshop
Industry experts offer advice for optimizing yield and selecting the perfect grade of wood.
Machinery Bearings Best Practices: Facts & Fiction
Are your machine's bearings making you spin your wheels? Here are some installation, application and lubrication facts and fiction.
Metering Moisture in Wood Products
It is not enough to use lumber at 6-8% moisture content when producing cabinets and furniture. Lumber interacts with the surrounding air so a product may not stay within that range if the surrounding relative humidity is not kept between 30-50% at around 70F. Changes in moisture content are often accompanied by shrinking, warping and cupping.
Components, Hardware & Assembly
What's Your Species: Component Makers Tell Their Favorites
Manufacturers of wood products talk about their favorites species. With so many varieties to choose from, selecting a favorite wood species can be a difficult undertaking.
Troubleshooting CNC Machines in Panel & Solid Wood Production
CNC machining experts offer solutions to the frequently asked questions by manufacturers of furniture, cabinetry, millwork and more.
Panel Saw Tips for Woodworkers
Some basic tips to help woodworkers optimize their production at the panel saw.
Components, Hardware & Assembly
Consumer Insights on Home Design & Remodeling
Neil Kelly Co. named several interior design trends for 2014. Here are some of the findings.
Preventative Maintenance Tips for Woodworking Machines
Listed are six preventative maintenance steps to help keep your woodworking machinery running, and your plant productive.
Hot Developments in Edgebanding Equipment
Hot air edgebanding is the next chapter in the quest for invisible glue lines in cabinet, closet and casegood construction.
Components, Hardware & Assembly
Top Trends in Closet Design
Business in the closet segment is growing with as much as 30% growth in 2013. Approximately 30% growth is projected for 2014 as well. Driving that is the merging of technology, home storage and organization opportunities.
Using Smart Routers To Improve Woodworking Productivity
Smart routers can reduce the cost areas associated with routing, including preparation, programming, hold down, sorting, scrap, assembly and error handling.
Trends in CNC Machining of Wood Products
Improving efficiency in the machining process is an underlying goal behind all CNC developments.Experts discuss 5-axis and other capabilities for today's CNC machining centers.
Components, Hardware & Assembly
Color Trends for Casegoods
Kitchen and bath cabinetry play an important role in defining a home’s personality. According to Trevor Wiebe, business manager at Elias Woodwork, research has shown that over 80 percent of purchases are made based on color.
Sanding: Frequently Asked Questions
Included in the article are some of the frequently asked questions for sanding solid wood and composite wood products.
Finishing: Frequently Asked Questions
Included in the article are some of the frequently asked questions for the finishing of solid wood and composite wood products.
Flap Wheel Usage
Flap wheels are highly suited to sanding contoured or profiled surfaces. Listed below are some of the reasons to use flap wheels in the sanding/finishing process.
High-Gloss Surface Trends for Finishing
Current design trends increase the need for high-gloss surface technology.
Gluing, Laminating & Veneering
Glue Spreader Solutions
Listed below are some tips and techniques for optimizing glue spreader usage in the woodshop.
Gluing, Laminating & Veneering
Cold Pressing & Adhesives: Common Problems & Solutions
Included in this article are some common problems, causes and recommendations for cold pressing.
Gluing, Laminating & Veneering
Laying Veneer: A Custom Woodworker's Project
Laying up veneer and creating a custom version of an Apple table is all in a day's work for Jared Patchin of J. Alexander Fine Woodworking. Jared shares his tips for manufacturing this project.
Cutting & Grinding (Cutting Tools & Grinders)
6 Tips for Circular Saw Blade Maintenance
Six tips to maximize the longevity and durability of your circular saw blades.
Cutting & Grinding (Cutting Tools & Grinders)
Woodshop Tooling: What Woodworkers Want from Bits & Holders
A brief look at what woodworkers want from their bits and tool holders.
Cutting & Grinding (Cutting Tools & Grinders)
Frequently Asked Questions on Cutting Tools
Questions on tool balance, chipload and tool bit life are among those addressed by a panel of industry experts.