FDMC April 2021
In This Issue
FDMC 300 cabinet companies expand in pandemic
Many cabinet manufacturers within the group of the 300 largest cabinet, millwork, furniture and fixture manufacturers in North America reported higher sales.
System revolutionizes spray finishing
Guffey system facilitates vertical spraying to speed processing of parts.
Women in manufacturing, construction see numbers rise
Gender equality continues to improve within the manufacturing and construction industries, albeit at a slow pace.
Who will be named a Wood Industry 40 Under 40?
Who will join this distinguished group of wood industry professionals? Nominations for the 40 Under 40 close May 10.
Largest tribal-owned cabinet company sees opportunities in market
Texas cabinet manufacturer navigated through the pandemic, making adjustments to its manufacturing process and operating system.
Woodwork Career Alliance launches online skill evaluator training
The Woodwork Career Alliance of North America’s online training program paves the way for more high school and postsecondary woodworking instructors throughout the United States and Canada to become accredited skill evaluators.
App to enhance Closets Conference/Wood Pro Expo Florida experience
Full-featured mobile and web app will allow attendees and exhibitors to enjoy a wide range of networking opportunities.
Judges named for 2021 Veneer Tech Craftsman’s Challenge
Panel of experts will judge prestigious veneer woodworking competition with thousands of dollars in prizes.
Custom walnut table features scaled 3D model of construction site
Ryan Haasen's custom board room table is a sight to behold.
Machining to the end
Q. We have a machining problem. As we machine a piece, it is good until the last half inch. At this end, we all too often get a piece that chips out all the way to the end. Where should we look?
Ear protection and music, too
ISOtunes offers noise cancelling Bluetooth headphones for the shop.
How one phrase transformed my company
Learning where to go and what to see can make a huge difference in production.
New owners, automation energize plant
Millwork on 31st uses automation to build team as well as boost productivity.