HAYWARD, Calif. -- Lockdowel Inc. has named Jason Howell its new CEO and president.  Howell has served the woodworking industry for 21 years, including his last 10 years as president of Weinig Holz-Her USA. With an MBA in International Business and a passion for organizational leadership, Howell brings new direction and insight to position Lockdowel manufacturing methods as the industry standard in furniture and cabinet construction.

The new site features both enhanced content and a redesigned format, and is designed to provide a better overall user experience.

Without the landmark Atlanta show, woodworking companies look to innovative ways to reach customers.

In coordination with timber manufacturer Unalam, Ivy League school Cornell will research and develop methods to reuse wood infested by the emerald ash borer.

Event dates are: Wood and Plastics - August 20, 21, & 25; Metal and Composites - September 10, 11, 15.

Manufacturing is the strongest it has been in 14 months, bouncing back stronger than expected in the month of June.

Both houses of congress have voted to extend the deadline to apply for Paycheck Protection Program loans from June 30 to August 8.

The new website bundles Koch's offerings and is an information platform for customers, dealers, media and interested parties worldwide.

Rev-A-Shelf and Tresco Lighting are currently accepting entries in its third annual Top Project contest.

BATAVIA, Ill. -- Atlantic Plywood, a wholly owned subsidiary of Parksite, has expanded their product mix with the addition of Fenix. Created by Arpa Industriale and introduced in 2013, Fenix is defined by its characteristics such as an extreme matte finish that is anti-fingerprint and thermally repairable, thanks to its surface technology. Inspired by Italian tradition, Fenix features 20 colors and represents an alternative to other materials. It can be used in kitchens, hospitality, healthcare, partition systems, reception areas and furniture.