Technology

Furniture

Report: How Americans buy furniture in today's market

HomeByMe has released a new report, The Digital Furniture Index: How Americans Buy Now. The report highlights the way Americans shop for furniture and kitchens. Consumers get inspired online, personalize purchases, but still value stores for guidance. Expectations are evolving as fast as digital habits, and retailers must keep pace.

Technology

Laminating line technology: IWF exhibitor Black Bros.

After the cancellation of IWF, Todd Phalen of Black Bros. said that they are continuing to contact customers through phone calls and emails. They are anticipating being able to make some in-person visits in the near future, and have used some online virtual sessions for troubleshooting machinery and training on new equipment.

IWF News

Biesse: Extravaganza of woodworking automation on tap

“Biesse is well known for exhibiting technology throughout our booths at IWF, and we are very proud that attendees have come to expect this from us. Our intentions for IWF 2020 would not have disappointed,” said Randy Jamison, Biesse America’s executive vice president – Sales & Marketing. On tap for exhibit were multiple robotics automation cells, high-speed CNC solutions, the company’s newest inventory management/machine loading system, its latest edge technologies, and the latest in sanding technologies.