Grasberger’s appointment follows current Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) W. Bradley Southern’s decision to retire from the Board, including his role as director and Chairperson, on the same date.

KI joins the global design community in honoring the life and legacy of Giancarlo Piretti, an esteemed Italian industrial designer whose work transformed modern furniture and left an indelible mark on design worldwide. Piretti died on January 20, 2026, at the age of 85, leaving behind a body of work celebrated for its innovation, elegance, and enduring functionality.

Appointed Dec. 1, Eric Jaschke has many years of international experience in finance, strategy and corporate management, and will help drive expansion at the wood waste reduction and utilization equipment specialist.

Improving the efficiency of a vacuum system does not just rely on choosing the right vacuum pump. Much of the long-term performance is influenced by how the vacuum process is designed. This includes factors such as energy consumption, productivity, and operating costs. This article explores four key considerations that can help in the design of more efficient vacuum processes.

The system, developed by Panevo, a Canadian clear technology and manufacturing analytics company, reportedly achieved approximately 97% detection reliability with minimal false positives of Muskoka’s edgebanded cabinet parts.

The Sawmill Museum in Clinton, Iowa, is gearing up for a Thomas Dambo install in 2026. A needed component is lumber and waste wood from projects. The museum is specifically looking for 9000 board feet of cladding and shake. In addition, the museum is looking for hundreds of 2x4s, 2x6s, and 2x8s, preferably hardwoods.

The Corsi Group, an Indianapolis-based FDMC 300 company (#205), has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of the Builders Cabinet company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Höcker Polytechnik announced the appointment of industry veteran Kyle Roseneck to work with companies in the wood, plastics, and composites sectors to develop dust collection and other extraction solutions.

Lockdowel, a company that designs and manufactures fastening systems for tool-free assembly of cabinets, furniture, and closets, will showcase a multitude of quick-assembly cabinet components at Wood Pro Expo Florida & Closets Conference, held June 30 - July 2 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach.