idX Corporation, a manufacturer of retail store fixtures, has purchased the assets of Create Cabinet Systems of Dayton, OH, according to the St. Louis Business Journal.

A wood finish simulator that projects high definition grains and colorants on 3D wooden furniture designs has been developed by ICA, the Italian manufacture and marketer of special coatings for wood.

Stiles Machinery says its Jan. 24-25 manufacturing symposium proved so popular it is sold out. It is taking reservations for the next event where it will show off its entire line of production technology.

As the calendar strikes 20-13, Woodworking Network wonders whether this will be a lucky year for the North American woodworking industry.

Rugby Architectural Building Products is carrying Staron solid-surfaces to countertop manufacturers, cabinet shops, millwork houses and builders. Rugby has expanded funded by Leading Edge Capital.

WoodTrac by Sauder received Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for its WoodTrac Ceiling Systems, allowing architects to specify it to earn LEED points from the U.S. Green Building Council.

KI has earned the designation of “Green Master,” the highest tier in the Green Masters Program established by the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council.

Strong lumber demand and higher prices are expected in 2013 with some cabinet makers reported the need for additional hardwood.

The number of metro areas showing signs of improved housing continues to grow, rising for a fifth consecutive month to 242 markets, according to the NAHB.