Woodworking Industry News

Coast Guard Air Base Converting to Wood Pellet Heat

The U.S. Coast Guard air station in Sitka plans to switch from oil to wood pellets to heat the base in a cost-saving move.

By Rich Christianson, June 18, 2012 | 12:33 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

JELD-WEN to Acquire CraftMaster Manufacturing

JELD-WEN Inc. has signed a letter of intent to purchase multi-plant wood interior door and exterior trim maker CraftMaster Manufacturing Inc. (CMI).

By Rich Christianson, June 18, 2012 | 10:12 am CDT

Custom

Wood Education Scholars Granted $33,500 by AWIEF

The Architectural Woodwork Institute Education Foundation, the giving arm of AWI, awarded $33,500 in scholarships and grants in 2012, including $20,000 to fund IWF 2012 attendances by WoodLINKS USA teachers.

By Bill Esler, June 17, 2012 | 3:55 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Cabinet Restoration Service Joins Cabinet Makers Group

National Restorations says it has joined the Cabinet Makers Association, so CMA members can join its restoration network on a preferred basis. The company restores rather than replaces kitchen cabinets damaged by fire.

By Bill Esler, June 17, 2012 | 12:31 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Cabinet Makers Association Takes Center Stage at IWF

The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) has a fully-loaded schedule set for the 2012 International Woodworking Fair, Aug. 22-25 in Atlanta, including a starring role in the IWF conference program.

By Rich Christianson, June 17, 2012 | 10:16 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

ICA Wood Finishing Launches iCo Brand, Coatings Division

Wood finishing manufacturer ICA announces the launch of its Italian Coatings division, which derived from the earlier incorporation of Salchi Wood Coatings SpA into ICA.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 15, 2012 | 4:45 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Lumber Maker Cited for Noise Violations by OSHA

Shingleton Timber & Trucking Inc., a manufacturer of lumber, has been fined $49,500 for noise and safety hazards by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

By Rich Christianson, June 15, 2012 | 4:23 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Legacy Classic Furniture Names Harris New President

Casegoods supplier Legacy Classic Furniture has named Michael Harris president of the company.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 15, 2012 | 4:08 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Office Furniture Companies Receive Best of NeoCon Awards

Nucraft won Best of Competition and Steelcase, Gunlocke, Haworth and Herman Miller were also among multiple winners named at the 2012 Best of NeoCon awards.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 15, 2012 | 2:12 pm CDT

Management

Is Wood a Biobased Material? Congress Debates

Wood and other forest products could be considered a “biobased” product if an amendment to modify the Farm Act passes through Congress.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 15, 2012 | 8:17 am CDT