FDMC December 2016

After a strong IWF show and despite an uncertain political climate most industry leaders are optimistic about the outlook for woodworking companies in 2017. We talked to a number of experienced woodworking executives and found out exactly where they think business is going.

Years ago, when I had just started working as the editor of Fine Woodworking, I was seriously admonished by Paul Roman, the founder of that magazine and the Taunton Press, that woodworkers don’t have a sense of humor. I thought he was wrong then, and now a new book helps me prove it.

Advanced Cabinet Systems is launching a design specification for plastic laminate casework for schools and hospitals in the U.S. The specification will be included in Arcom's design catalog system.

A new type of lightweight panel is now in production and available for a number of potential applications. The design offers 40 to 50 percent weight savings.

Germany's cabinetmakers have excellent quality and super-efficient production. But most will have to change colors, designs, and market strategy to make headway in the U.S. market.

The building is still empty, but hundreds wanted to see where the new National Woods Manufacturing Training Center would be located next year.