Closets Conference 2024, which will be held April 17-19 in Schaumburg, Illinois, will feature a host of keynotes that promise to inspire and enlighten attendees.

TIGERTON, Wis. — A U.S. Department of Labor follow-up inspection of Tigerton Lumber Co. found that the Wisconsin sawmill continued to expose many of its employees to amputation and other dangers. The inspection was part of a federal program for severe violators. The company was deemed a severe violator in 2019 after an investigation into how an employee suffered fatal injuries in 2018.  Woodworking Network emailed a company manager listed on Tigerton's website for comment, but the company has not yet responded. 

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. said it will close its sawmill in Maxville, Florida, and indefinitely curtail operations at its sawmill in Huttig, Arkansas, by the end of this month. The decision stems from from high fiber costs and soft lumber markets.

SATA GmbH & Co. KG, a global supplier of liquid paint application equipment, said that its U.S. subsidiary has acquired the Dan-Am Company in Spring Valley, Minnesota. Dan-Am is a distributor of SATA products and the two companies have had "decades of successful cooperation."

STERLING, Va. – The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) commissioned Dovetail Partners to complete independent jurisdictional risk assessments covering hardwood production in 33 states. 

Johnson joins the company's senior leadership team and will guide the development of Marvin's evolving human resources function.

Down East Fabrication was faced with an unpleasant challenge familiar to many manufacturers, an older KOMO router with an obsolete FANUC controller dimming their production plans.

The North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) announced the organization's Board of Directors for 2024.

Cefla Finishing has named its new business development manager, dedicated to providing automated finishing solutions for alternative material applications and digital printing.

Wendell Castle Workshop to feature prominent woodworking designers, artisans, and educators.