Workable. Versatile. Beautiful. It’s easy to see why alnus rubra – better known as alder – continues to gain popularity in the global wood industry, particularly among cabinetry and furniture makers.

The Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA) has launched a 16-week course to prepare learners for in-demand positions in hardwood manufacturing.The application deadline is June 29, 2018.

Vision Machinery will host its Spring 2018 Open House Event in Sacramento, Thursday, May 24th 10:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m., with running equipment plus wood-fired pizza and raffles.

Combilift unveils its new headquarters and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for material handling equipment to a global audience.

Attendees experienced new solid wood technology and production processes including demonstrations in rough mill technology.

Lazy Lee USA CEO Brett Messer and Product Engineer Logan Owens accepted the award at WIC (Woodworking Industry Conference) 2018 in Lahaina, Hawaii.

Facing the challenge of finding skilled labor, David Spencer, president of Willow Creek Tool asks the question of how to educate employees and give them a future in the industry.

Amanda Conger, executive director of the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), says the biggest trend is zero-edge edgebanding as manufacturers are adopting the technology to meet customer demand even in small- and medium-sized shops.

Shawn Pressley, marketing manager for Salice, says the hardware industry has seen advancements in techology and a rise in the demand for its use.

With high customer demand, Scott Brode, the Midwest regional manager for TigerStop says the process from software design to shipment needs to be faster.