Woodworking Network will present three full-day symposiums the day before IWF opens on August 5 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The CNC and Closets Symposia have been presented at IWF in the past and are back by popular demand. In 2024, a new symposium will be presented: Material Design & Innovation Registration is now open for IWF.

  

CNC Bootcamp

The CNC Bootcamp is a daylong program to help kickstart woodworking businesses on their CNC automation journey. Designed for new adopters of CNC manufacturing or those just considering purchasing their first CNC, this intensive workshop features industry experts covering everything you need to know to get started. That includes what CNC machines can and can’t do, what the range of options from small to large is, what you need to know about tooling and software, what accessories are vital and often overlooked, and what are the best strategies to shorten your learning curve. Will Sampson, editorial director of Woodworking Network, moderates the event and shares his personal experience as a recent CNC adopter in his own shop combined with more than two decades of covering the growth of CNC automation in woodworking.

The program will include presentations on:

  • software 
  • selecting and buying your first CNC
  • tooling for CNC use 
  • tips for learning how to use your CNC
  • material handling
  • integrating the CNC into your production flow 


Learn more.


Closets Symposium

Michaelle Bradford, editor of Closets and Organized Storage, leads the Closets Symposium, a daylong deep dive into the business of designing, fabricating, and installing the latest in closets and organized storage. Top designers, fabricators, and installers will share their knowledge and answer your questions so you can make the most of the lucrative opportunities available in storage-based projects. That includes not only residential closets, but also, garage storage, wine cellars, walk-in pantries, and numerous other projects in the ever-expanding storage solutions universe. 

Learn more.

 

Material Design & Innovation Symposium

The Material Design & Innovation Symposium will focus on the fastest-growing segment of the woodworking industry, surface material design and innovation.

Some of the best designers in our industry will discuss:

  • Materials and their tolerances
  • How the materials are specified
  • Why correct material selection is important

and more.

Join us to learn how and why to use these products and find new and innovative uses of these materials. 

Learn more.

 

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Automated Finishing Table

The Automated Finishing Table solution from Timesavers sands and polishes both flat and 3D surfaces. The machine is capable of finishing contoured surfaces. No programming knowledge is needed to run the machine, and it is compatible with various surface shapes and sizes with higher precision vs a human operator. It' compact footprint fits smaller spaces.

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PPG earns ESG

For the fourth consecutive year, PPG has been named to the FTSE4Good Index Series that measures the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

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Diamond finger joint cutter

The Endurance Diamond Finger Joint Cutter Tool from Peak Toolworks cut through all types of solid wood materials, including wood with knots and defects. It can be used for softwood, hardwoods, structural, and non-structural work. The PCD tool does not wear out when cutting solid wood. The ability to jump from a HSS tool to a PCD tool is a great benefit in terms of profitability due to fewer tool changes.

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High-lift pallet trucks

The PalletPal Lift Truck from Southworth Products Corp. combines a lift table and a hand pallet truck, allowing the operator to pick up a load, transport it to the workplace, and lift it to the most convenient working height.   With a lifting capacity of 3,300 lbs., the PalletPal Lift Truck can be raised as high as 31-1/2".  The electric-lift is powered by a 12-volt, maintenance-free battery and raises a load to the highest position in less than six seconds.  

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Stiles fires up 60 machines at IWF

Stiles Machinery is showcasing more than 60 machines at this year’s International Woodworking Fair (IWF). The machines, which will be under power and demonstrated at its booth, comprise a range of equipment for myriad industries.

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IWF returned to Atlanta

ATLANTA -- North Americ a's largest woodworking technology and design trade show and conference and the first U.S. global woodworking fair since 2018 opens Tuesday, August 23, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. With 925 exhibitors showcasing products and services in more than 540 categories, IWF 2022 will display a plethora of equipment including new lines and designs and exclusive U.S. product introductions.