Woodworking Industry News

T.M. Cobb unites divisions under one brand

The brand evolution brings Haley Bros., Cobb Custom, and T.M. Cobb Distribution together in a more integrated structure, reflecting the company’s approach to manufacturing, custom millwork, and distribution. The unification reinforces T.M. Cobb Companies’ ability to support customers from specification through final delivery.

Canadian News

Ontario invests $10M in Georgia-Pacific North Woods OSB mill

The project will support the increased production of Ontario-made wood products and protect more than 220 jobs and hundreds of indirect jobs in the region. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the province is making strategic investments to help forest sector businesses adapt, compete and grow to stay resilient in the face of U.S. tariffs.

Canadian News

Canadian cabinet company fined for safety violations

KELOWNA, B.C. — Norelco Cabinets Ltd., a Kelowna, B.C.-based company has been fined more than $69 thousand for multiple deficiencies  with storage racks in use.WorkSafeBC said it inspected this firm's cabinet manufacturing plant and observed multiple deficiencies with storage racks in use, including damaged and twisted uprights and missing bolts and anchors. The firm failed to ensure storage racks were capable of safely supporting the items stored on them, a repeated violation. 

Furniture

HNI releases its Corporate Responsibility Progress report

These efforts continue to support product innovation, operational efficiency, risk management, and evolving customer expectations across HNI’s businesses, reinforcing the company’s commitment to being a great place to work and a responsible global citizen. This report reflects HNI operations for 2025 and does not include Steelcase, which will report separately for its 2025 performance.

Event Coverage

International furniture show shifts 2027 show to November

The trade show landscape has shifted meaningfully in recent years. Tighter budgets, more selective travel and increasing demands on both brands and buyers have raised the stakes for every trip to market. Moving ICFF to November addresses this directly, offering exhibitors and attendees greater capacity for the kind of engagement that drives real business outcomes.