Woodworking Industry News
Speciality Building Products to acquire OrePac Building Products
Specialty Building Products, LLC, a distributor of specialty building products in North America, has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire OrePac Building Products, a regional distributor of specialty building materials. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Grizzly unveils new oscillating drum sander
The G0404 11" Benchtop Oscillating Drum Sander from Grizzly gives DIYers and hobbyist woodworkers the ability to sand wide panels, cabinet doors, and more without having to invest in a full-sized drum sander. This lower-cost solution delivers sanding results through adaptable oscillating and non-oscillating modes, providing finishes on moldings, cabinets, furniture, and creative projects.
KI expands contract furniture manufacturing facility
The contract furniture giant is adding 33,400 square feet to its production facility. Phase 1 is projected to be completed in January 2026 and phase 2, set to break ground in October, should be completed in May 2026.
Höcker North America to present dust collection solutions at WPE Lancaster
Höcker engineers dust collection systems designed to protect people, production, and the environment. Each solution is tailored specifically for the end user.
White Cap and DeWalt partner for third year to support St. Jude
On Sunday, October 5, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, the #20 DeWalt car will include a special dedication to St. Jude, co-branded with White Cap. This is in honor of a $175,000 combined donation from DeWalt and White Cap to be presented to St. Jude at the race.
Legislation introduced to help fight Pine Beetle infestations
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and several of her Senate colleagues in reintroducing the Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act of 2025.
Tariffs and rising costs halts construction on Milwaukee's mass timber project
Plans for a record-breaking skyscraper in downtown Milwaukee are on hold due to tariffs and inflation, the project's developers said Thursday
Air & Water Systems bringing humidification solutions to WMS 2025
Air & Water Systems will showcase its humidification and evaporative cooling products at the Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo, November 12-14, at the Toronto Congress Centre.
Fenestration Canada to honor 2025 Hall of Fame Award recipients
The Fenestration Canada Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place during the association’s biennial Main Event set for October 8 at Paramount Event Space in Woodbridge, Ontario.