Germany's Homag bought out Stiles Machinery, amid a rapidly expanding wood manufacturing business. Stiles 22% growth rate will continue for several years, Homag says. The rosy outlook was confirmed by big turnouts for the 2014 KBIS and Builders Shows this week.

Schuler Cabinetry says it is now in all Lowe’s Home Improvement Stores across the U.S.; 900 more stores get cabinet display vignettes and selection centers.