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Dynamic Wood Solutions enters once taboo market: residential cabinetry

Michigan manufacturer of commercial casework, millwork, and store fixtures evolves with current market trends and taps into Grand Rapids housing boom.

By Karl D. Forth, August 3, 2016 | 3:59 pm CDT

Furniture

Home furnishing app Homee pairs users with real interior designers

Homee, developed as the first mobile experience that makes furnishing rooms an easy task, finds ideal furniture and furnishings for users by pairing them with an experienced interior designer.

By Robert Dalheim, August 3, 2016 | 2:42 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Wind Mill Slatwall acquired by its supplier Amerhart Limited

Panel manufacturer Wind Mill Slatwall Products has been acquired by one of its suppliers, Amerhart Limited, a regional building materials dealer based in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

By Robert Dalheim, August 3, 2016 | 10:13 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Following New York deal, Zepsa adds even more millwork capacity, in Florida

Architectural woodworking firm Zepsa Industries continues to grow its operations. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based firm will open a 20,000-square-foot plant in Pompano, Florida, by the end of the year, its second expansion within a year.

By Karen M. Koenig, August 3, 2016 | 9:55 am CDT

IWF News

Purpose-built CNCs take on specific jobs

A growing number of computer numeric controlled wood machining systems now focus on a single function - including dedicated cabinet making, acoustic panel processing, even sanding. Watch for these examples and more at IWF 2016.

By Bill Esler, August 2, 2016 | 5:27 pm CDT

IWF News

Accuride to show new easy-close slide, Senseon RFID lock IWF 2016

Accuride will be exhibiting the 3832 Classic and CH3832 slides at IWF 2016. Both slides have been enhanced to provide exceptionally smooth and fluid movement with less friction and drag. Re-engineered longer ball retainers with more ball bearings allows for better strength and more reliable movement.

By Karl D. Forth, August 2, 2016 | 4:09 pm CDT

Closets

Extreme storage: a 192-square-foot home has walk-in closet, under-stair shelves

Tiny homes are everywhere it seems and Wind River Tiny homes, based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has built a model maximizing the small space. This 192 square foot home comes with a walk-in closet under the loft, storage under the stairs, a custom office area that can be closed off with pocket doors and more. Started by Travis Pyke and Jeremy Weaver in July 2014 and located in Chattanooga, TN, Wind River Custom Homes stands out from a typical home construction company.

By Michaelle Bradford, August 2, 2016 | 3:10 pm CDT

IWF News

Blade changes aim to reduce wood machining noise levels

As woodworking factories and shops get busier, they are also getting noisier - largely a function of saw blades and cutting tools doing their duties.

The high noise emissions of circular saws is one area of particular concern, since the frequency of even and idling saw blade spinning can damage hearing - and is unpleasant both for operators and their colleagues.

By Bill Esler, August 2, 2016 | 3:05 pm CDT

Closets

Home organization expected to rise in popularity worldwide

Certified professional organizer Pierrette Ashcroft, the founder of Smart Productivity Solutions, discusses the future of home organizing in the U.S. and around the world.

By Michaelle Bradford, August 2, 2016 | 9:11 am CDT

Event Coverage

Eumabois lists woodworking show line-up for September 2016

In September, three events included in the Eumabois Network are taking place in Europe: Drema in Poznan (Poland), Lisderevmash in Kiev (Ukraine) and LignumExpo in Nitra (Slovakia)

August 1, 2016 | 10:57 pm CDT