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Rich Christianson is the owner of Richson Media LLC, a Chicago-based communications firm focused on the industrial woodworking sector. Rich is the former long-time editorial director and associate publisher of Woodworking Network. During his nearly 35-year career, Rich has toured more than 250 woodworking operations throughout North America, Europe and Asia and has written extensively on woodworking technology, design and supply trends. He has also directed and promoted dozens of woodworking trade shows, conferences and seminars including the Cabinets & Closets Conference & Expo and the Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo, Canada’s largest woodworking show.
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Slideshow: International Design unveils new platform
The new platform brings together limited-edition works, collectible design pieces, and a calendar of exclusive international events.
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Rich Christianson,
January 28, 2026 | 1:41 pm CST
Höcker Polytechnik adds staff, plans new NC facility
Höcker Polytechnik announced the appointment of industry veteran Kyle Roseneck to work with companies in the wood, plastics, and composites sectors to develop dust collection and other extraction solutions.
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Rich Christianson,
January 28, 2026 | 12:15 pm CST
Western Forest Products extends closure of Chemainus mill through 2026
Approximately 150 employees have been impacted since the mill’s shutdown in June 2025 due to weak market conditions.
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Rich Christianson,
January 26, 2026 | 8:18 pm CST
New program validates legality of American hardwoods
Dovetail Partner’s assessment concluded that illegal logging is both extremely rare and contributes less than 1 percent of the wood supply to U.S. hardwood mills.
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Rich Christianson,
January 26, 2026 | 2:16 pm CST
Video: Design reflects Sage’s commitment to DEI
Created by Edit Studios, the layout balances productivity and teamwork, featuring central touchdown areas for independent work alongside "solve" rooms for brainstorming.
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Rich Christianson,
January 25, 2026 | 10:38 am CST
U.S. Customs & Border Protection eliminating paper check refunds to importers and exporters
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the U.S. Treasury will stop issuing refunds via paper checks for the overpayment of customs duties, taxes, and fees effective February 6.
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Rich Christianson,
January 24, 2026 | 1:34 pm CST
WMCO organizes tour of Tayco Office Furnishings
he tour will showcase Tayco’s fully integrated manufacturing operations.
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Rich Christianson,
January 20, 2026 | 6:45 pm CST
Richelieu adds 10th private retail brand with acquisition of Klassen Bronze
Klassen Bronze, based in Hampton, Ontario, offers a wide range of products for both residential and commercial markets, including letters, numbers, mailboxes, signs, a full range of keys and key-cutting machines.
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Rich Christianson,
January 19, 2026 | 1:32 pm CST
City of Spearfish offers free urban wood
Woody material generated by the city’s tree care operations include logs that can be used for furniture, cabinets, flooring and other high-value products.
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Rich Christianson,
January 19, 2026 | 11:53 am CST