WWP June 2005
In This Issue
Ultrasonic Energy Drives New Dowel Construction Process
Ultrasonic Energy Drives New Dowel Construction Process: New development is said to dramatically speed up cabinet and drawer box assembly. - June
New Furniture Mart Bets on Vegas
New Furniture Mart Bets on Vegas: The New Las Vegas market center makes its move this summer to become the furniture industry's new mecca. - June
The Three Circles of Solidarity - Epilogue
The Three Circles of Solidarity - Epilogue: The goal for newly empowered employees is "Rapid Continuous Improvement." - June
Curly Maple
June 2005
Maple's ride continues after a decade or more as one of the top-selling North American commercial timbers. Why the appeal?
Curly Maple Rare, Valuable and Slightly Misunderstood
By Jo-Ann Kaiser
Duties Curb China's Wood Bedroom Exports
Duties Curb China's Wood Bedroom Exports: China shows ill effects from the antidumping duties while its competitors boost their shipments. - June
Woodworkers Sing the Blues
June 2005
It takes a sharp pencil and a strong stomach to keep score of the furniture plant closings and job losse
Woodworkers Sing the Blues
An editorial by Rich Christianson