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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).
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Xylexpo moves back to May for 2024
The 28th edition of Xylexpo, the biennial international exhibition of woodworking and furniture technology, is moving back to May. After a pandemic interruption, the show is back to its origins.
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Larry Adams,
May 8, 2023 | 12:22 pm CDT
Cabinet sales on the rise
According to the KCMA's monthly Trend of Business Survey, participating cabinet manufacturers reported an increase in overall cabinet sales of 3.4% for March 2023 compared to the same month in 2022.
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Larry Adams,
May 8, 2023 | 11:53 am CDT
Leadership changes at Leggett & Platt
At its May 4 annual meeting, Leggett & Platt's board of directors announced a number of leadership changes at the company.
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Larry Adams,
May 8, 2023 | 11:02 am CDT
Hawaii-based supply company acquires custom cabinet maker
In a major expansion of its product lines, services, and facilities, HPM Building Supply said it has acquired 87ZERO, a Honolulu-based firm specializing in custom cabinetry; architectural elements; furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E); premium appliances; and global sourcing and manufacturing of interior products.
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Larry Adams,
May 5, 2023 | 1:04 pm CDT
Commerce Department rules to raise tariffs on certain Chinese companies
In the second preliminary annual administrative review of the 2021-2022 AD review and the 2021 CVD review of Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof from China, the Commerce Department will raise tariffs on companies that were previously classified as non-selected companies. These companies were previously faced with tariffs as low as zero percent.
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Larry Adams,
May 5, 2023 | 12:18 pm CDT
Dorel hit by cyberattack causing a reduction in first quarter revenues of up to $15 million
Dorel Industries Inc. experienced a network security incident on March 29 resulting in an unauthorized third-party gaining access to certain of Dorel’s systems. The attack could reduce first quarter revenues by up to $15 million.
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Larry Adams,
May 5, 2023 | 11:19 am CDT
Specified Components Company adds two to sales leadership team
Specified Components Company (SCC), a wood components supplier for the cabinet and furniture industries, has added Brent Monroe and Nathan Klomp to its sales and management team.
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Larry Adams,
May 5, 2023 | 8:39 am CDT
River City Millwork launches new website and interactive catalog
ROCKFORD, Ill. — River City Millwork, a distributor of high-quality doors, windows, and millwork, launched its new website and interactive catalog.
The enhanced website features a contemporary design, an enhanced product finder, and a custom door configurator, and showcases River City Millwork’s extensive line of door, window, and millwork products.
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Larry Adams,
May 4, 2023 | 12:35 pm CDT
Bathroom vanities market to reach $18.4 billion, globally, by 2031
In 2018, approximately 55% of the global population lived in cities; however, this figure is expected to exceed 68% by the end of 2050.
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Larry Adams,
May 4, 2023 | 12:13 pm CDT