Wisconsin Forests FIRST is funded through a $1 million State of Wisconsin grant awarded to the Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association and the Wisconsin Paper Council, in close collaboration with the Wisconsin Council on Forestry. The two-year initiative brings together industry leaders and subject matter experts to identify challenges and align priorities to position Wisconsin’s forest and wood products sector for long-term success.

Valen USA produces custom components for cabinet, closet, and millwork applications, supporting both individual projects and larger OEM programs. The company supplies shops ranging from independent fabricators to national franchise organizations, offering a range of styles and materials designed to support custom manufacturing needs. Visit booth #429.

Each month in FDMC Magazine, we feature the 'Notable Nine Online,' nine stories that were the most viewed and engaged with from WoodworkingNetwork.com over the past month. The following stories were chosen by our readers by what they were most interested in from February 14 to March 13.

The new pre-finished shelving solution replaces traditional plank-and-pole systems by offering builders a high-quality installation that can be completed in under an hour.

The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has issued a last call to order bricks for installation and dedication at the April High Point Market. The deadline is March 16, 2026.

Founded in 1893, Gravois Planing Mill has served the region for more than 130 years, building a reputation for craftsmanship and quality in architectural woodwork and custom millwork. The company is now entering a new phase of growth under the ownership of Jason Bridwell and Jeff Stahl, who acquired the business in 2025.

Marvin, a manufacturer of premium windows and doors, has named Chris Edelbrock as vice president of supply chain. Edelbrock joins the company’s leadership team and will lead the advancement of Marvin’s sourcing strategies from its headquarters in Warroad, Minn.

In an era defined by rapid change, Atlanta Bookshelves stands firm in its position. Timeless design is not a luxury reserved for select projects. It is a responsibility that shapes sustainable, durable, and intentional living for generations.

Georgia-based Harris Door & Millwork, a leading value-added distributor of door products in the Southeast, was acquired by Trimlite, a platform company of Wynnchurch Capital.