Citing weak demand, high tariffs, a fiber shortage, and a variety of factors, Canfor Corp. on Sept. 4 has cut production on both sides of the U.S.-Canadian border.
To stay competitive, small woodworking businesses need to embrace improvement, much like their larger counterparts. Yet, navigating change poses a significant challenge. With limited resources at their disposal, small businesses find investing in change particularly straining.
Industry job openings decrease by 51,000 last month and are down by 103,000 from the same time last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.
Ken Johnson, a seasoned manufacturing process engineer most recently serving as project manager for Keystone Wood Specialties, will offer valuable insights into a strategic approach to machine replacement at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster.
Furniture-related incidents are not among the leading causes of childhood injuries in the home, and that leads many safety advocates to label furniture a "hidden hazard."
Metrie, North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of millwork solutions, has appointed Sarah Shortreed as chief information officer (CIO), commencing September 3, 2024.