Table saw safety rules moved closer this week as the Consumer Products Safety Commission signaled it is moving ahead on the controversial regulations. The closely-watched CPSC deliberation could result in rules requiring electronic saw braking devices, and outcome that will affect both professional and hobbyist markets.
Furniture manufacturer Knoll had an earnings report that showed the firm is ever more productive, and profitable. Profits skyrocketed 30.9 percent on an 18.5 percent sales rise.
Ribeau Custom Cabinets auction in Germantown, WI saw one of the larger residential custom woodworking operations succumb to the long-term business drought in the housing market.
These stories were among the most viewed wood industry reports this week.
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CPSC Votes to Develop Table Saw Safety Rule By Rich Christianson | Updated: 10/18/2011 2:34:00 PM |
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Ribeau Custom Cabinets to be auctioned By Bill Esler | Updated: 10/16/2011 6:58:00 AM |
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Olon to Expand Profile-Wrapped Moulding Output By Rich Christianson | Updated: 10/17/2011 9:10:00 AM |
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Knoll Profits Skyrocket 30.9 Percent By Bill Esler | Updated: 10/19/2011 10:28:00 AM |
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Global Sticks Inc. Moves Wood Factory From China By Bill Esler | Updated: 10/17/2011 4:40:00 PM |
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Manufactured home factory plant to open in California By Bill Esler | Updated: 10/13/2011 11:17:00 PM |
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