WWP October 2005
In This Issue
So Far So Good Despite the Black Cloud
So Far So Good Despite the Black Cloud: Store fixture manufacturers assess the potential impact of Katrina, China and rising energy costs. - October 2005
Louro Preto
Louro Presto Chango
With a little bit of work, louro preto can substitute for Brazilian rosewood.
By Jo-Ann Kaiser
Gronlund's Commitment to Quality and Service - Success in Action
Gronlund's Commitment to Quality and Service - Success in Action: Bob Gronlund's hands-on management style and commitment to customer and community service help make Wood-Mode one of the top cabinet companies in North America - and earn him the third annu
Carolina Cabinet Co. - Store Fixture Company Slims Down, Looks Up
Carolina Cabinet executives see lean manufacturing and continuous improvement as paramount to their company's ability to compete.
Koch & Co. - Koch & Co. 'Nest'les Down with Routers
Koch & Co. 'Nest'les Down with Routers: This Kansas-based company increased its production by more than 40 percent with the purchase of two CNC routers with nesting capabilities. - October 2005
Managing Quality, Part III Continuous Improvement
Managing Quality, Part III: Continuous Improvement: The road to a lean woodworking plant that produces quality products is paved with continuous improvements. - October 2005