Read More Articles by Larry Adams
Larry
Adams
Editor
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).
A recent ruling from a NAFTA dispute panel found some aspects of the way the U.S. Department of Commerce calculates duties on Canadian softwood lumber is inconsistent with U.S. law.
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams goes into Chapter 7 liquidation
North Carolina furniture chain Mitchell Golrd + Bob Williams converted its Chapter 11 bankruptcy to a Chapter 7 liquidation Friday after a ruling by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court of Delaware.
Judge Laurie Selber Silverstein said the conversarion to Chapter 7 was in the best interest of the debtors, their estates, creditors and all other interested parties.
By
Larry Adams,
October 9, 2023 | 10:30 am CDT
Hooker extends partnership with Susan G. Komen, debuts accent pieces
Hooker Furniture, a division of Hooker Furnishings, and Susan G. Komen have extended their partnership for an additional year.
By
Larry Adams,
October 9, 2023 | 8:58 am CDT
LP Building Solutions opens Smartside facility in New York
LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, today announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art LP SmartSide ExpertFinish prefinishing facility in Bath, New York. The 90,000-square-foot facility will bring more than 60 new jobs to the area over the next several years.
By
Larry Adams,
October 5, 2023 | 2:21 am CDT
Onsrud opens factory for automated panel processing event
C.R. Onsrud, which specializes in advanced industrial CNC technologies, opened its doors on September 28, 2023, to manufacturers who have panel processing applications and are looking to improve their production.
By
Larry Adams,
October 5, 2023 | 1:33 am CDT
WF Cabinetry Group acquires Woodharbor Molding & Millworks
WF Cabinetry Group, a manufacturer of semi-custom wood kitchen and bath cabinetry that is backed by HCI Equity Partners, has acquired Woodharbor Molding & Millworks, Inc.
By
Larry Adams,
October 4, 2023 | 10:16 pm CDT
NKBA releases its 2024 Kitchen Trends Report
BETHLEHEM, PA. — The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), representing nearly 50,000 North American kitchen and bath industry professionals, and owners of the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), has released its 2024 Kitchen Trends Report.
Comprised of data generated from a survey completed by industry experts including designers, manufacturers, remodelers, and architects.
By
Larry Adams,
October 4, 2023 | 10:52 am CDT
La-Z-Boy uses augmented reality on its website
The top 15 furniture retailer reports a +150% leap in AR usage since upgrading their 3D product exploration tools with WebAR for every configuration in their catalog.
By
Larry Adams,
October 4, 2023 | 6:30 am CDT
High school skilled trades teachers win $1.5 million from Harbor Freight Tools for Schools
Harbor Freight Tools for Schools awards $1.5 million in cash prizes to 25 teachers and their programs in 17 states.
By
Larry Adams,
October 4, 2023 | 6:30 am CDT
Partnership aims to visualize timber data
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Acres, a data-driven land research platform that supports informed decision making, is partnering with Forisk Consulting, the leader in analyzing timber markets and wood baskets, to visualize timber data for both companies’ clients.
This collaboration between Acres and Forisk will further expand Acres' capacity to provide and visualize important information on U.S. timberland through its powerful land valuation tool.
By
Larry Adams,
October 4, 2023 | 6:30 am CDT