WWP August 2010
In This Issue
Radial Bat's Switch to PUR Is a Big Hit
Radial Bat scores big with an innovative design and PUR adhesive technology, for improved manufacturing.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
August 15, 2011 | 2:41 pm CDT
Continuous Improvement Drives DeLeers
DeLeers Millwork sees the big picture when it comes to driving the company forward. Its investments in technology and process management have helped spur the multi-million dollar Green Bay, WI-based architectural woodwork firm to a new level of success.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
August 15, 2011 | 2:41 pm CDT
Custom Cupboards Goes Robotic
The robotic cell at Kansas-based Custom Cupboards builds face frames for the company’s line of traditional cabinetry. This fully automated production cell is the first of its kind in the United States.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
August 15, 2010 | 2:42 pm CDT
Seen Today: The Woodworking Plant of the Future
It’s rare to get the chance to glimpse into the future. However my recent visit to Custom Cupboards afforded me that very opportunity.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
August 15, 2011 | 3:05 pm CDT
Wood Industry Issues Heat Up in July
From the $6 million fine levied against Imperial Sugar to the release of a global study on illegal logging and from President Obama’s signing of a formaldehyde standard to the EPA being sued over its lead rule, I can’t recall a month in my 25 years in which so many industry issues made headlines as we witnessed in July.
By
Rich Christianson,
August 15, 2011 | 3:05 pm CDT
Lumber Goes Thermal
Thermally treated wood is gaining visibility in the U.S. market. More widely known in Europe (it’s used in sauna and steam bath build-outs), the process employs specialized high-temperature kilns and steam to treat either hardwoods or softwoods, making them insect- and water-resistant and weatherproof without chemicals. In the kiln, wood darkens as the process removes organics that can contribute to decay. Some users say this permits certain lighter wood colors to stand in for darker and more expensive species.
By
Bill Esler,
August 15, 2011 | 3:05 pm CDT
Get Ready for IWF 2010
More than 950 exhibitors will be on hand displaying the latest and most popular woodworking equipment and supplies at the 2010 International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair. The biennial show runs Aug. 25 to 28 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) in Atlanta.
