MEMPHIS, TN -- Gates Lumber Co., a manufacturer of windows, doors, custom millwork and more, named Bobby Buzard, president and Ginny Buzard-Nabors, executive vice president, according to The Commercial Appeal. George Buzard, who has served the family-owned business as president since 1985, will now serve as CEO and continue overall company management.

The Nina, from Dott. Bonacin , now imported by the Delmac Machinery Group.

CALGARY, ALBERTA -- Prestige Railings & Stairs Ltd., a manufacturer of wood and iron railings and custom hand-turnings, and Royal Oak Circular Stairs Ltd., a manufacturer of custom curved stairs and millwork, appointed Gerry Landers as sales manager for the sister companies, according to Business Edge.

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PELLA, IA – Pella Corp., a manufacturer of windows and doors, was named to FORTUNE magazine’s annual “100 Best Companies to Work For” listing for the eighth consecutive year. The decision is based on the way in which the company provides benefits, development opportunities and a good working environment for its employees. Pella ranked number 59 overall in the 2007 ratings of companies of all sizes.

HIGH POINT, NC – Entries are being accepted for the 2007 ASFD David Kline Memorial Scholarship Design Contest. The contest is co-sponsored by Hafele America of Archdale, NC, and the American Society of Furniture Designers. The award honors David Kline, a career furniture designer and past member of ASFD. The contest is open to all students in North America who are currently enrolled in an accredited design program.

PHILADELPHIA – Lawrence-McFadden Co., a manufacturer of industrial and residential coatings, announced Jan. 8, the acquisition of Bartley Stains and Varnishes Co., a manufacturer of finishing products located in Denton, MD.

MARTINSVILLE, VA – Hooker Furniture Corp. announced it would close its last U.S. wood furniture manufacturing facility by the end of March, according to Reuters. The company cited increased demand for imported wood and metal furniture. The plant employs approximately 280 workers, or 27 percent of the company’s total staff.

FAIRLAWN, OH – OMNOVA Solutions Inc., a manufacturer of commercial wallcoverings, upholstery fabrics and laminates, reported net income of $17.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2006, compared to net income of $4.1 million for the same period in 2005. Net sales increased $1.3 million, to $176.4 million, for the fourth quarter of 2006 versus $175.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2005.

LAVAL, QUE -- 20-20 Technologies Inc., a producer of 3-D design and sales software, computer-aided design and manufacturing solutions for the interior design industries, has acquired Pattern Systems International Inc. (PSI), a manufacturer of software for the architectural millwork and woodworking industries, for $775,000, plus $225,000 in additional consideration, conditiona