Woodworking Industry News

Georgia-Pacific partners with tracking technology for hurricane season

Georgia-Pacific (GP) and Trackonomy have partnered to ensure that critical building materials arrive exactly when and where they're needed most during hurricane season. Through this partnership, GP is equipping plywood shipments with Trackonomy's real-time tracking technology to provide precise arrival visibility to major retailers like Home Depot and Lowe's, helping communities prepare for storms with greater speed and confidence.

Wood Machinery & Supplies

Large-scale CNC machining

Thermwood Corporation announces the release of its the MAX5, redefining what’s possible in large-format 5-axis CNC routing. Designed to tackle the most demanding three-dimensional machining applications, the MAX5 is ideal for producing large to extremely large components for the aerospace, marine, automotive, and construction industries. From massive molds to complex structural elements, the MAX5 delivers unmatched power, precision, and durability — setting a new benchmark for high-performance CNC systems. It features a 9-foot vertical Z-axis clearance, widths of either 10 or 15 feet, with lengths available up to 60 feet, a 17 HP liquid-cooled spindle, and a standard 6-position automatic tool changer, expandable up to 18 positions.

Wood Machinery & Supplies

Sensor performs layout and 3D measurement tasks

The Leica iCON iCS50 from Advanced Dimensions brings precision, speed, and simplicity to your field measuring workflow. Capture complex layouts with pinpoint accuracy, reduce manual errors, and streamline CAD integration like never before. Built for professionals, the iCS50 transforms how woodworkers measure, document, and deliver: faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Woodworking Industry News

Woodgrain selects Paradigm Omni as enterprise CPQ solution

FRUITLAND, Idaho, MIDDLETON, Wis. – Woodgrain, a leading manufacturer and distributor of millwork and building materials, has selected Paradigm Omni as its enterprise-wide configuration, pricing, and quoting (CPQ) solution for the door and window business.“The expanded partnership with Paradigm supports our commitment to being easy to do business with,” said Todd Dame, incoming Woodgrain CEO, “This strategic investment will unify the sales experience across Woodgrain, leveraging Paradigm’s industry-leading platform and delivering a seamless customer journey.”