An estimated 80,000 woodworking professionals are expected to attend the co-located KBIS and IBS shows, which take place Jan. 9-11 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
An investigation is underway after 709 pounds of cocaine were found in containers of furniture and cabinetry shipped from Puerto Rico. The Nov. 2 seizure by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from the Area Port of Philadelphia has a street value of approximately $22 million.
FISHERSVILLE, Va. - Blue Ridge Lumber announced plans recently to invest nearly $2.7 million and increase its hardwood exports. Along with the expanding production at the Essex County lumberyard, the company plans to add 17 jobs.
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Eric Skorge has been named the CFO of Fabuwood Cabinetry. Based in Jersey City, New Jersey, Fabuwood is a large provider of customized cabinetry in a variety of door styles, species and colors.
KIRKBI, the holding and investment company of the Kirk Kristiansen family, has signed an agreement to acquire KKR’s 49.8% stake in Välinge, the snap-together wood products innovator.
Atlanta Cabinet Shop Inc., long known for its panel processing and commercial cabinetry, has launched a new line of contemporary cabinet fronts available online.
DUBUQUE, Iowa - Flexsteel Industries Inc. has tapped Marcus D. Hamilton to be the new CFO of the residential furniture giant, effective Jan. 8. Hamilton replaces Timothy E. Hall, who is retiring from the company after 23 years of service.