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Merillat to Close Two Cabinetry Plants

Masco will close its two Atkins, VA-based Merillat cabinetry plants in January. Approximately 300 people will be affected by the closures, according to SWVAToday.com, which reported the news.

By Karen M. Koenig, November 16, 2012 | 2:50 pm CST

Woodworking Industry News

Masco Cabinetry Sales for Q3; Cabinet Sales Drop

Masco cabinetry sales fell 5%, hurt by Europe's woes and big box store sales. Overall Masco sales were flat at $2 billion for the third quarter. North American sales rose 4%; international sales fell 12%.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 31, 2012 | 12:39 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Home Depot Finalizes $94M US Home Systems Buyout

The Home Depot announced Oct. 29 it had finalized the $924.9 million acquisition of U.S. Home Systems Inc. (USHS), a provider of kitchen and bath cabinet refacing products as well as closet and garage organizational systems

By Karen M. Koenig, October 29, 2012 | 10:46 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Cabinet Sales Up 2% in September: KCMA Survey

U.S. cabinet sales increased slightly for September 2012 compared to one year ago, according to a survey of participating members in the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Assn.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 24, 2012 | 12:31 pm CDT

Improving Markets Index Shows Signs of Recovering Economy

Woodworking Industry News

Housing Starts, Builder Confidence on the Rise

The NAHB says builder confidence in the housing market continues to grow, bolstered by reports of new homes permitting having risen in September.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 17, 2012 | 12:30 pm CDT

Production

Wood Component Firms View Technology on Tour

A group of 142 wood industry representatives took part in a tour of technology of seven woodworking facilities as part of the Wood Component Manufacturers Assn. Fall Conference and Plant Tour Event, held Sept. 30-Oct. 2 in the Minneapolis, MN, area.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 8, 2012 | 11:05 am CDT

Custom

Software Usage Grows for Wood Products Manufacturing

Mini case studies illustrate the importance of software programs and the varied usage opportunities in the woodworking industry.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2012 | 2:43 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Masco to Close NJ Countertop Facility

Masco Cabinetry said it will close its countertop manufacturing facility in Lakewood, NJ, on Nov. 21. The closure will result in the layoff of 191 employees.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 3, 2012 | 1:37 pm CDT