Canadian home furnishings manufacturer Palliser has appointed Steve Ambeau as president of the Palliser brand.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Jeld-Wen Holding Inc., ranked No. 4 in the FDMC 300, reported a net loss from continuing operations of $22.6 million for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2023. Net revenues totaled $1.021 billion in Q4, representing a 13.4% decrease compared to the same period in 2022.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is working on a proposed rule to require active injury mitigation (AIM) technology for table saws, a rule the National Association of Manufacturers said will "harm manufacturing in the U.S."

December's 6% increase marks eight straight months of year-over-year gains with two-thirds of survey participants reporting increased orders for new residential furniture. For calendar 2023, new orders were up 5% over 2022 figures.

The family-owned woodworking and hardware retailer is also celebrating its' 70th anniversary this year.

The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame has obtained the trademark registration from the U.S Patent and Trademark Office for its name in connection with services and other programs.

The company also kicks off the new year with a $35 million investment.

PITTSBURGH — The Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA) welcomes its newest member, Roy’s Wood Products, based in Lugoff, South Carolina.Founded in 1962, Roy’s Wood Products has grown into a leading manufacturer of hardwood dimensional lumber, custom cabinetry, moulding, plywood, and shutters at its 61,000-square-foot mill and manufacturing facility. The company also specializes in cypress lumber, siding, decking, flooring, moulding, millwork, paneling, timbers, and more.

SawStop, manufacturers of one of the wood industry’s most widely used safety technology, announced that one of its key patents will, in the future, be made open to the public.