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Karen M. Koenig has more than 35 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As senior editor, her responsibilities include writing and editing for Woodworking Network publications FDMC Magazine and Closets & Organized Storage Magazine, as well as the website. She also oversees many of Woodworking Network's special projects and programs, including Red Book: Resource Guide for Best Practice, FDMC 300, 40 Under 40, and the Wood Industry Market Leaders. She can be reached at [email protected].
May new orders were up 24% over April, and 15% compared to May 2022 figures, but were down 13% in a year-to-date comparison, according to data by Smith Leonard.
Registration opens for WPMA annual meeting
Registration is now open for the annual Wood Products Manufacturers Association (WPMA) meeting. The event will be held Sept. 27-28 in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 27, 2023 | 12:35 am CDT
Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40
Leadership Reception showcases rising stars
The 2023 Wood Industry 40 Under 40 were honored for their industry achievements.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 25, 2023 | 9:16 am CDT
Axalta appoints Anderson senior VP, CFO
Carl Anderson has been appointed senior vice president and CFO, effective Aug. 14. Anderson will succeed Sean Lannon, who will be leaving the company to pursue other opportunities.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 21, 2023 | 4:21 pm CDT
National Woods Board names Conger executive director
The National Woods Board (NWB) has named Amanda Conger executive director, effective July 1. This is a new position for the recently established 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 20, 2023 | 4:21 pm CDT
Registration opens for WCMA/WMMA fall conference & plant tours
Registration is now open for the fall conference and plant tours event, hosted by the Wood Component Manufacturers Association in conjunction with the Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America. The event will be held Sept. 11-13 in Canton, Ohio.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 20, 2023 | 3:02 pm CDT
Weinig acquires shares in Essetre
Michael Weinig AG and Essetre srl have formalized their strategic alliance with the acquisition by Weinig of 50 percent of Essetre's shares. Initial news of the strategic cooperation agreement was announced in May during the LIGNA Fair.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 20, 2023 | 8:39 am CDT
Surteco North America announces leadership changes
These changes come as the company continues to move forward with its recent acquisition of the operating assets of the Omnova Solutions' films and laminates business and its coated fabrics business.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 13, 2023 | 10:20 am CDT
Tech innovations highlight LIGNA 2023: Videos & pictures, Part 1
More than 80,000 woodworkers traversed the 1,300-plus exhibits, ranging from Industry 4.0 technology to entry-level machines. See videos and pictures of new products
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 10, 2023 | 1:19 pm CDT
Hooker Furnishings acquires BOBO Intriguing Objects
Hooker's acquisition of BOBO Intriguing Objects enables the home furnishings giant to expand its portfolio into lighting, accessories and decor.
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Karen M. Koenig,
July 7, 2023 | 3:01 pm CDT