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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).
Roseburg Forest Products has agreed in principle with four law firms representing the majority of claims to settle the families’ property losses, personal injuries, and wrongful death claims arising from the Sept. 2 Mill Fire.
Adwood Corp. launches e-Commerce store
Adwood Corp., a supplier of machinery, equipment, and supplies for the U.S. woodworking industry, has launched a new e-commerce store selling edgebanding, veneers, supplies, and Jowat and Riepe consumables. The High Point, N.C.-based company will feature the shop on its website, located at www.Adwood.com/shop/.
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Larry Adams,
December 14, 2022 | 1:05 pm CST
United Furniture owner says he was unaware of the company’s financial troubles
David Belford, the owner of United Furniture told the Columbus Business First journal that he had been unaware of the company’s financial troubles before the closure.
"Only very recently did I learn just how dire the situation had become, how limited the company’s options were," Belford said in a statement to the business news journal.
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Larry Adams,
December 14, 2022 | 12:24 pm CST
Hardwood distributor names its '2023 Shade of the Year'
NWH, a manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia, named the shade, Autumn Nutmeg, as the NWH Shade of the Year for 2023, marking the first time the company has made the distinction.
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Larry Adams,
December 14, 2022 | 10:44 am CST
HNI ranks number six on Newsweek’s list of responsible companies
HNI Corp. has been recognized among the top ten of America’s Most Responsible Companies, ranking No. 6 on Newsweek’s 2023 list of America’s Most Responsible Companies.
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Larry Adams,
December 13, 2022 | 12:16 pm CST
PaintLine products now available at Texas Paint & Wallpaper
Dallas-Fort Worth-area stores are stocking a wide array of products.
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Larry Adams,
December 13, 2022 | 10:42 am CST
AHFA files motion to delay implementation of CPSC tipover rule
The American Home Furnishings Alliance filed a motion Dec. 12 asking the court to postpone when a furniture tipover standard would go into effect.
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Larry Adams,
December 13, 2022 | 6:35 am CST
WCA experiences a year of accelerated growth
The cumlative total of Passport credentials issued by the WCA since its inception surpassed 5,000 this year.
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Larry Adams,
December 12, 2022 | 2:35 pm CST
RH acquires two furniture companies and plans to launch media platform
RH, which was formerly known as Restoration Hardware, has made two acquisitions as part of its ongoing brand transformation and strategy to be a leader in luxury.
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Larry Adams,
December 12, 2022 | 12:04 pm CST
2023 Spray Finishing Technology workshops scheduled
Carlisle Fluid Technologies, distributors of products from Binks, DeVilbiss, Ransburg, MS, and BGK, along with Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop.
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Larry Adams,
December 12, 2022 | 11:01 am CST