FDMC September 2017
In This Issue
Assembling a table in under 10 minutes
Easy Base system from TableLegs.com offers custom outsourcing option for table legs and aprons.
By
William Sampson,
August 21, 2017 | 11:04 am CDT
Groupe Lacasse and Superior Cabinets CEOs keynote WMS in Toronto Nov. 2-4
Superior Cabinets CEO Scott Hodson and the head of furniture giant Groupe Lacasse, Sylvain Garneau, headline a three-day wood industry conference at WMS 2017, Canada's national woodworking show.
By
Bill Esler,
August 15, 2017 | 9:51 am CDT
Oregon governor welcomes new cabinet plant
New Cabinotch factory offers custom cabinet boxes in face-frame and frameless styles.
By
William Sampson,
August 15, 2017 | 3:00 pm CDT
At Wood Pro Expo learn to really run wood through your business
Professional woodworking shows go local, as Wood Pro Expo features a redesigned conference, awards event, and bristles with local dealers and distributors at Pennsylvania’s Lancaster Host featuring.
By
Bill Esler,
August 11, 2017 | 1:20 pm CDT
Egger Group plans $700 million particleboard plant in North Carolina
Egger Group has announced plans to build its first U.S. particleboard plant in Lexington, North Carolina. The multi-phase project expected to cost about $700 million, and will create 770 jobs.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
July 25, 2017 | 9:14 am CDT
Update: 12 woodworking companies earn AWFS Visionary Awards
ANAHEIM − Twelve woodworking companies have earned Visionary Awards for new product innovation and leadership. The Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS) reissued its announcement after it realized a technical issue left two companies off the initial list of winners.
The Visionary Awards were presented during the AWFS Fair. The biennial woodworking fair was held July 19-22 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
By
Karen M. Koenig,
July 27, 2017 | 1:38 pm CDT
Cutting lead and setup time with cell-based CNC: Baker Furniture
Baker Furniture has a commitment to quality furniture, and to making that furniture in North Carolina.
The company became part of Samson International recently, and plans to continue its reputation as a producer of high-end residential furniture. New CNC machining centers and an automated saw have helped the company boost efficiency.
Baker Interiors Group makes wood residential furniture and upholstery in Hildrebran and High Point, North Carolina. Casegoods are made in Hildebran, upholstery primarily in High Point.
By
Karl D. Forth,
August 25, 2017 | 3:34 pm CDT
Circular office wins grand prize in Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge
LAS VEGAS - The grand prize-winning entry of the 13th Annual Veneer Tech Craftsman’s Challenge is “Regency Circular Office” by Keith Morgan, Bespoke, of Larchwood, IA. The level of execution, complexity of design, and intricate details of this installation impressed the judges with its exceptional sequence matched imbuya burl panels and walnut trim and crown molding.
Grants for solar panels help company reduce energy costs 90 percent
Atlantic Millwork & Cabinetry benefitted from grants to help pay for installing solar panels, and your company can, too.
By
Karl D. Forth,
August 29, 2017 | 11:34 am CDT
Tell me your wood stories
Q. Can you give me an interesting story about wood? I have to give a talk to some children and want something interesting to begin with.
By
Gene Wengert,
August 29, 2017 | 12:16 pm CDT
This wine cellars firm is ahead of the curve
It was a combined love of fine wine and fine woodworking that led to the creation of Genuwine Cellars in 1995. That, and a bet.
By
Jo-Ann Kaiser,
August 30, 2017 | 9:59 am CDT
