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North American lumber giant Georgia-Pacific will shut down production at two wood product plants in South Carolina.

Changes in workplace procedures, market area growth, acquisitions and expansions are just a few of the ways these WOOD 100 firms grew sales and improved their long-term business prospects. What follows are some of the methods put in place by the 2019 WOOD 100 class, which includes cabinet manufacturers, residential and office furniture producers, architectural woodworkers, wood component manufacturers, closet companies and more.

An unnamed high school shop teacher was rushed to the hospital Tuesday after his hand was severely injured in a wood planer.

Today's wood products manufacturers must work faster, harder, and smarter than their competitors while providing service, quality and added-value to the wood products. What follows are some of the methods put in place by the 2019 WOOD 100 class, which includes cabinet manufacturers, residential and office furniture producers, architectural woodworkers, wood component manufacturers, closet companies and more.

Member programs,  targeted marketing, online ordering and promotions, social media and increased networking opportunities are just some of the ways the 2019 WOOD 100 companies keep their names and brands at the forefront of customers' minds. This year's WOOD 100 class includes cabinetry and closet manufacturers, residential and office furniture producers, cabinet and casework manufacturers, architectural woodworkers, store fixture manufacturers, wood component manufacturers, closet companies and more.

The 11th CeflaLive showcase held Oct. 15-17 in Imola, Italy, featured the latest finishing technology for wood and other materials.

This forecast is built to inspire product developers and manufacturers of wood products to create finishes in line with consumer preference shifts based on global, cultural and economic influences.

New product innovations are opening doors to more business for these 2019 WOOD 100 companies. This year's class includes cabinet and casework manufacturers, residential and office furniture producers, architectural woodworkers, store fixture manufacturers, wood component manufacturers, closet companies and more.