A surge in kitchen and bath cabinetry sales helped spur a strong second quarter for Fortune Brands, parent of MasterBrand Cabinets.Operating income from cabinetry rose 31 percent.

The American Ladder Institute (ALI) redesigned its website, www.americanladderinstitute.org, promoting ladder safety standards for those in the wood industry.

Zilkha Biomass Energy will build a $90 facility in Monticello, AR to manufacture wood pellets for commercial use.

Strong sales of plywood and engineered wood products bolstered Boise Cascade Company’s sales during the second quarter.

Nova LifeStyle Inc. will expand its furniture line offerings through an agreement with more than 100 furniture brands to make their products available on Nova Lifestyle’s e-commerce website.

Michigan Woodwork is seeking an experienced cabinetmaker to assist in the fabrication of custom cabinetry, casework and counters.

Feeney, Inc., a manufacturer of cable railing assemblies, aluminum railings, and architectural fittings for residential and commercial buildings says its new 87,000 square foot East Coast distribution center cuts shipping time by three to six days for the Eastern U.S.

Masco Corp. reported growth in sales and operating profit in the second quarter of 2014 despite declines in cabinet sales.