FDMC July 2017
In This Issue
Expanding capabilities in a growing closet market
Closet America takes advantage of larger shop space.
Going cubist with a portable saw table
Portamate Portacube makes for a versatile rolling workstation for your miter saw.
Difference between steamed and unsteamed walnut
Q. What is the difference between steamed walnut and unsteamed walnut?
Passing the leadership test
History has proven time and again that the success of an organization depends on the quality of its leadership.
How does your shop compare with other shops? Take the survey
Annual CMA benchmark survey to probe labor rates, profits, shop practices.
Woodworking & the housing market: Sales & spending influences
This exclusive study looks at the market conditions for woodworkers involved in construction-based sectors and the investments being planned to improve their capabilities.
Tech innovations highlight Ligna 2017
More than 90,000 woodworkers traversed more than a thousand exhibits, ranging from Industry 4.0 technology to entry-level machines.
interzum 2017 draws record woodworking crowds
New developments in fastener connectivity, improved access and lifts for cabinet doors and closets, flexible storage solutions, and an abundance of new overlay texture were just some of the items drawing high interest at interzum 2017.
Cabinet Makers group to meet during AWFS
The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) will host a variety of activities for members to participate in during this summer’s AWFS Fair in Las Vegas.
Join the CMA at the show that attracts more than 15,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors from throughout the United States and abroad. While you’re at AWFS, use the CMA’s booth space as a place to meet up with members throughout the show, charge your phone, or just hang out. The CMA will be in Booth #10053.
What’s your problem?
Cabinet Makers Association: Driving forward with regional events
Gathering on Long Island, New York in September, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania at Wood Pro Expo in October, and other venues.
Planning for the future: What cabinetmakers should consider
Here it is 2017, yet I have no flying car and sit in more traffic than I ever have before. I’m not sure why nobody planned for all these cars on the road; surely, there must have been some indicator somewhere along the way.
3 Reasons to join the Cabinet Makers Association
Success in the woodworking trade requires a combination of practical skill, creative thinking and professional development. Membership in the Cabinet Makers Association helps you develop all three.
Incorporated in 1998, the CMA is the trade association for professional cabinet makers and custom woodworkers, providing opportunities to connect, engage and educate shops of primarily 20 or fewer employees throughout the United States and Canada. Also part of the CMA, Associate Members include suppliers to the industry.
Cabinetmakers connect at regional events: CMA
The Cabinet Makers Association has been hosting high-value events since 1998 as a means of connecting similar-sized shops around North America with the purpose of sharing best practices and business acumen, while learning how other businesses do what they do.
Components, Hardware & Assembly
How to buy dimensioned wood components
A short primer on buying dimensioned wood products, and how doing so can save your company money.
Why WCMA membership is important
Advocacy, networking opportunities and industry promotion are just some of the ways the Wood Component Manufacturers Association helps North American components and dimension producers grow their business.
Education & networking highlight busy year for WCMA
Educational, technological and networking opportunities highlight a busy year by WCMA manufacturers and their Tech Partners
WCMA sets dates for wood components conference, plant tours
Events on tap for 2017 and 2018 include two plant tour events, fall conference and technology expo.
Call for entries: 2017 Best In Wood Awards contest launches
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - The 2017 Best in Wood Awards, sponsored by Woodworking Network, will be accepting submissions until Aug. 4. Enter your best project now at www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3634126/Woodworking-Network-s-Best-in-Wood-2017.
Mysterious wooden giants appear in forest
Danish artist populates forest with whimsical wooden giant sculptures.
Will Sampson kicks off conference at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, PA on Oct. 19
Registration is now open for Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, a regional show for woodworking professionals, on October 19-20 at the Lancaster Host Expo Center in Pennsylvania.
Stay current at AWFS Fair
Keep up with latest technology at this year’s exhibition and education program July 19-22.
Woodwork Career Alliance to hold workforce development events at AWFS Fair
The Woodwork Career Alliance of North America will present many workforce development tools and strategies at the AWFS Fair July 19-22 in Las Vegas.
Going cubist with a portable saw table
Portamate Portacube makes for a versatile rolling workstation for your miter saw.
Corilam shows strategies for successful ERP implementation
System provide fast and easy access to operational data that helps deliver products faster.
How NS Builders grows business with social media
NS Builders' success strategy includes using Instagram, Facebook and video, along with technology, to grow business.
Woodworking innovations highlight LIGNA 2017
LIGNA, the woodworking industry's largest trade show, played host to 93,000 visitors and more than 1,500 exhibitors, including 900 from abroad. The biennial event showcased a range of innovative machinery, tools and solutions, with displays spanning across almost 1.4 million square feet of net space at the fairgrounds in Hannover, Germany.