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Compact design collet chuck

T-Tool USA introduces its new SuperPlus HSK-63F collet chuck for use with SYOZ25 / RDO35 collets. The company says this collet chuck offers a compact design with high runout precision (0.001-0.004mm) and does away with the traditional collet nut by using an internal bearing system. It is usable up to 24,000 rpm.

By Karen M. Koenig, January 22, 2024 | 7:39 am CST

8x8 cedar column

I installed a cable system on a balcony. The multiple holes have caused the post to split over time. (8x8 cedar) The tensioners on the cable system have begun to pull out. Question?? What is best filler to put back in hole before I drive the tensioners back in?

January 21, 2024 | 7:22 pm CST

Woodworking Industry News

84 Lumber opens primary component plant in Florida

84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier, has opened a new component plant in Winter Haven, Florida, which will become the company’s primary component plant in Florida. The plant will officially open its doors for operation by the end of January 2024.

By Larry Adams, January 20, 2024 | 6:13 pm CST

Markets

Single-family starts down in December but post solid showing

Single-family production surpassed the million mark for the second straight month in December.

By Dakota Smith, January 19, 2024 | 1:11 pm CST

Closets Conference & Expo News

Sauder Closets to unveil new innovations at Closets Expo

Closet Expo attendees can expect to see new finishes plus learn more about Sauder’s new manufacturing processes and designs.

By Michaelle Bradford, January 19, 2024 | 12:48 pm CST

Canadian News

Canada offers $8.6 million to aid wood industry

A cabinet and millwork manufacturer specializing in using local, second-growth material is one of six companies to receive funding that will help them upgrade equipment and hire new workers.

By Larry Adams, January 19, 2024 | 12:44 pm CST

Markets

December sees an uptick in started and completed homes

The United States Census Bureau and US Government of Housing and Development jointly announced the following new residential construction statistics for December 2023.

By Dakota Smith, January 19, 2024 | 12:24 pm CST

Woodworking Industry News

Weyerhaeuser launches Habitat For Humanity challenge

Six U.S Habitat affiliates to participate in a design-and-build challenge using sustainable wood products that increase access to affordable, high-quality homes.

By Dakota Smith, January 19, 2024 | 12:06 pm CST

Woodworking Industry News

US cutting tool orders in November 2023

The November 2023 total was $202.7 million, bringing the year-to-date total up to 7.5% from 2022

By Dakota Smith, January 19, 2024 | 8:24 am CST

Woodworking Industry News

Builder sentiment surges on falling interest rates

Mortgage rates well under 7% over the past month have led to a sharp increase in builder confidence to begin the new year.

By Dakota Smith, January 18, 2024 | 9:15 pm CST

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