Woodworking Industry News

Garnica awarded EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability efforts

LOGRONO, Spain, RALEIGH, N.C. — Garnica, a global leader in premium sustainable plywood, has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis, a provider of business sustainability ratings. This distinction places Garnica among the top 3% of companies evaluated in the wood product manufacturing sector for sustainability performance and recognizes the company’s strong commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical practices, and sustainable supply chain management. 
By Larry Adams, July 25, 2025 | 11:46 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Shooter at furniture foam factory apprehended

BALDWYN, Miss. — U.S. Marshals in Portland, Oregon, apprehended a suspect in a shooting at a bedding and furniture foam factory that occurred more than three weeks and 2,000 miles away. Baldwyn, Mississippi, police said that the suspect, Javontae Zyderrick Harris, 29, was wanted for the shooting that happened on July 2, 2025, at the FXI factory in Baldwyn. The victim, who was not named, was shot in the head and is in critical condition at a local hospital.
By Larry Adams, July 25, 2025 | 7:49 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

WCMA announces 2025 Autumn Spotlight Plant Tour

LINDSTROM, Minn. — The Wood Component Manufacturers Association (WCMA) is proud to announce the 2025 Autumn Spotlight Plant Tour, taking place September 9–11 in Munising, Michigan. This highly anticipated event will provide WCMA members, technology partners, and industry affiliates with an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at state-of-the-art hardwood manufacturing operations. 
By Larry Adams, July 24, 2025 | 3:46 pm CDT

Wood Machinery & Supplies

Moisture sensor

MoistTech Corp.'s IR3000-C series moisture sensors feature cutting-edge NIR (Near Infrared) technology for exceptionally accurate and reliable moisture, coat weight, thickness, and temperature analysis of virtually any product or raw material. Maintaining precise measurements is critical when variations in coat weight, moisture control efficiency, thickness, and temperature can impact manufacturing efficiency. The IR3000-C sensors offer instant and continuous measurements, significantly improving product quality, productivity, and energy efficiency during the converting process.
By Larry Adams, July 24, 2025 | 3:36 pm CDT
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