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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).
Patrick Industries has appointed Andy Roeder as its executive vice president-finance, CFO, and company treasurer, effective March 5.
American Woodmark launches 1951 Cabinetry brand
In celebration of its 70th anniversary, the company has launched a new brand that will be sold directly to distributors.
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Larry Adams,
March 6, 2024 | 11:03 am CST
Perdue Furniture enters new markets after acquisition by Hospitality Designs
Crafter of top-tier furniture now serving customers across the hospitality, student housing, and care home categories.
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Larry Adams,
March 5, 2024 | 6:29 am CST
Elevation Custom Carpentry rebrands and expands into high-end projects
Elevation Custom Carpentry, a bespoke carpentry and woodworking firm, announced a significant rebranding and strategic expansion into the high-end home renovation market.
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Larry Adams,
March 4, 2024 | 9:27 pm CST
Central Valley Builders Supply acquires Caseywood Corp.
Central Valley Builders Supply, a building supply company since 1955 has acquired Caseywood Corp., a building supply company based in Grass Valley, California.
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Larry Adams,
March 4, 2024 | 8:37 pm CST
Stiles Machinery names new president
Stiles Machinery in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a leading distributor of woodworking machinery and solutions in North America, has undergone a management change.
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Larry Adams,
March 4, 2024 | 2:11 pm CST
OSHA: Hardwood flooring maker exposes workers to hazards
OSHA cites repeat offender for 38 violations, proposes $269K in penalties.
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Larry Adams,
March 4, 2024 | 11:03 am CST
Palliser names new president
Canadian home furnishings manufacturer Palliser has appointed Steve Ambeau as president of the Palliser brand.
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Larry Adams,
March 1, 2024 | 1:37 pm CST
Manufacturers' association pushes back on proposed saw standard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is working on a proposed rule to require active injury mitigation (AIM) technology for table saws, a rule the National Association of Manufacturers said will "harm manufacturing in the U.S."
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Larry Adams,
March 1, 2024 | 12:36 pm CST
SawStop to release patented technology to public
SawStop, manufacturers of one of the wood industry’s most widely used safety technology, announced that one of its key patents will, in the future, be made open to the public.
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Larry Adams,
February 29, 2024 | 9:41 am CST