Brad Cairns switches from doors to face shields
Canadian lean manufacturing expert switches full production at Best Damn Doors to making anti-virus protective gear.
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Survey: Woodworking industry faces major impacts but is still optimistic
Facing disrupted schedules, loss of business, and supply disruptions, the woodworking industry has also rallied to help healthcare workers in the pandemic.
Kristina Madsen to receive Furniture Society Award of Distinction
Kristina Madsen recognized for distinctive work that combines classic European cabinetmaking with Fijian carving.
Wharton Esherick furniture auctioned to benefit theater
Iconic Wharton Esherick “Thunder Table” and “Hammer Handle” chairs included in Hedgerow Theatre auction.
Whimsical furniture artist Judson Beaumont dies
Known for his wildly creative, sometimes cartoonish creations, Judson Beaumont colored outside the lines of traditional furniture.
Woodworking Network podcast goes live
New podcast program hosted by Will Sampson features information and guests talking about the business of woodworking.
50 years of biscuit joinery
Lamello marks half a century of innovations in wood joinery.
Exhibit highlights Japanese furniture and woodworking
“Hida | A Woodwork Tradition in the Making,” brings Japanese woodcraft from its spiritual homeland of the Hida region of Japan to Los Angeles for the first time.
Powell Valley Millwork acquires Metrie Poplar facility
Deal returns facility Powell Valley sold in 2007 to original ownership and expands the company’s manufacturing capacity.
Woodworking industry experts offer forecasts for 2020
Predictions generally see flat to gradual growth in 2020, with stronger growth to follow.
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William Sampson and Karen M. Koenig
