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Larry Adams is a Chicago-based writer and editor who writes about how things get done. A former wire service and community newspaper reporter, Larry is an award-winning writer with more than three decades of experience. In addition to writing about woodworking, he has covered science, metrology, metalworking, industrial design, quality control, imaging, Swiss and micromanufacturing . He was previously a Tabbie Award winner for his coverage of nano-based coatings technology for the automotive industry. Larry volunteers for the historic preservation group, the Kalo Foundation/Ianelli Studios, and the science-based group, Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST).
Cabinet manufacturers reported overall cabinet sales were down 11.4% for September 2023 compared to the same month in 2022, but custom and semi-custom cabinet sales remained up year over year, according to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's September Trend of Business Report.
Sunrise Kitchens now serving Pacific Northwest, Hawaii & Alaska
With the acquisition of Hertco Kitchens in Washington state by Sunrise Kitchens, the B.C. cabinetmaker has expanded its service area to include the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii & Alaska. The two companies serve the residential and multi-family housing.

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Larry Adams,
November 28, 2023 | 11:39 am CST
Former MasterBrand chairman and CEO dies at 84
Former MasterBrand CEO, 34-year company veteran, and driving force behind the company's growth Gilbert “Gib” Verkamp, 84, of Jasper, died at 2:35 am on Nov. 26, 2023, at his Santa Claus home surrounded by family.

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Larry Adams,
November 28, 2023 | 10:31 am CST
Rev-A-Shelf celebrates 40-year anniversary with 40 days of giveaways including trip to KBIS '24
Rev-A-Shelf, the pioneer in the storage, organization, and lighting industry, announces its 40-year anniversary celebration, marking four decades of innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

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Larry Adams,
November 28, 2023 | 9:35 am CST
BIFMA names membership services director
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — BIFMA has named Andrew Kotman as its membership services director. Kotman brings 19 years of experience in customer service, sales, and management, 14 of those years working in the commercial furniture industry.
"I have always enjoyed client interaction. Having worked in the industry for most of my career, joining BIFMA is a natural progression to serving the industry with a broader reach," said Kotman.

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Larry Adams,
November 28, 2023 | 7:26 am CST
Mohawk attains sustainability certification from North American Laminate Flooring Association
The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the laminate flooring category, announced that Mohawk Industries has become the first company among its members to achieve LF-02 Sustainability Certification since the standard's creation.

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Larry Adams,
November 27, 2023 | 4:03 pm CST
InCompass acquires Newman Machine Company
InCompass, a platform company of TJM Capital Partners, has acquired Newman Machine Company, a distinguished leader in the woodworking machinery sector.

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Larry Adams,
November 27, 2023 | 3:26 pm CST
Black Friday deals for wood products manufacturers
Black Friday sales are normally the realm of the consumer buying gifts for kids and loved ones. Woodworking Network has put together a list of equipment and suppliers who are offering Black Friday deals.

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Larry Adams,
November 27, 2023 | 11:15 am CST
NAHB: New home sales weaken in October
Elevated mortgage rates that averaged 7.62% in October per Freddie Mac, the highest rate since 2000, depressed buyer demand and pushed down new home sales in October.

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Larry Adams,
November 27, 2023 | 10:45 am CST
Puerto Rico Hardwoods gets federal subsidy for sustainability project
Puerto Rico Hardwoods Inc. has been chosen as a recipient of a nearly $175,000 Wood Innovation Grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service division in collaboration with the International Institute of Tropical Forestry’s State, Private and Tribal Forestry Programs unit.

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Larry Adams,
November 27, 2023 | 10:12 am CST