Stolo Cabinets says it implemented lean training at its Brea, CA architectural millwork shop, under an assistance program from California Manufacturing Technology Consulting and the Orange County Workforce Investment Board.

Jim Lewis discusses the lack of how-to guides for lean manufacturing.

Jim Lewis advises woodshop owners on how to begin a lean business plan.

A reputation for good and reliable service can open doors to new opportunities. Quality control, fast turnaround, lean and green machining and custom craftsmanship are all key ingredients.

The double whammy of an economic recession and housing downturn has seriously tested the mettle of woodworking executives of all sizes and species. Here's my free advice for getting matters back in focus to address the challenges and opportunities of the recovering marketplace.

WILLIAMSPORT, PA -- Hermance Machine Company will host an in-house exposition featuring interactive machinery demonstrations and educational seminars, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 12 and 13.

COMMERCE, CA -- More than 50 industry professionals have been recruited to participate in 46 educational sessions during the AWFS Fair, July 20-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Just about every woodworking plant I visit these days is on a mission: to get green and lean.

Do you have tips to share that can help woodworkers improve their manufacturing operations? The 2011 Red Book Guide is looking for best practice tips and techniques to help ready companies for an improved year. Submissions must be received before Jan. 28.

Lean manufacturing, RFID technology and robotic cabinetry production were on the docket as Custom Cupboard's Jason Harris and Jerry Grigsby of Powers Retail Services, a large-scale store fixture manufacturer, briefed Woodworking Network on a live presentation they are planning for Jan. 19.