Woodworking Industry News

Ash wood frame used as template for Porsche's original 356 model

The first Porsche 356 were manufactured by hand. A massive framework of ash wood served as inspiration for the iconic form.Opened by Helmut Pfeifhofer in 1982, Porsche Automuseum in Gmünd is home to the original model, a massive framework of ash wood that served as inspiration for the first-ever 356 sports car, which was manufactured by hand 75 years ago – also in Gmünd, Austria.

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Koppers' facility does 'no harm'

Koppers Holdings Inc., an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds, has presented its annual Zero Harm President's Award to its Ashcroft, British Columbia, facility in recognition of its best-in-company performance in safety, environmental responsibility and innovation.