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Larry Adams
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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).

Planit Canada interactive Cabinet Vision learning program

Canadian News

Hexagon acquires Planit Canada software company

COBHAM, United Kingdom — Hexagon’s Production Software Division has acquired Planit Canada, the world’s second-largest reseller of Cabinet Vision, strengthening its direct presence in the Canadian woodworking software market.Details of the transaction were not immediately available.
By Larry Adams, June 11, 2026 | 11:20 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

NeoCon, Design Days highlight the beauty, utility and sustainability of furniture

NeoCon 2026 and the nearby, related event, Design Days, showcased floor after floor of beautiful products, including fine wood office furniture, architectural acoustic panels, natural wood wall solutions, and so much more. Besides its beauty, wood was heavily highlighted for its biophilic design and sustainability.The show's highlighted premier wood products and furniture manufacturers spanning corporate, contract, and hospitality spaces. Key exhibitors feature sustainable solid wood, custom architectural millwork, and innovative wood-based designs.
By Larry Adams, June 10, 2026 | 1:04 pm CDT
Tariff caution tape graphic

Woodworking Industry News

Tariff refunds might be at risk, so act now

Following the Supreme Court’s February 20 decision invalidating the IEEPA tariffs, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is now processing refunds for eligible importers. The invalidated tariffs included the reciprocal tariffs and the so-called “fentanyl” tariffs. According to CBP, more than $150 billion in IEEPA duties were collected between April 2, 2025, and the Court’s decision.On April 20, CBP launched the CAPE portal within the ACE system to begin processing what is expected to be a very large volume of refund claims.
By Larry Adams, June 9, 2026 | 9:41 am CDT