Custom Woodworking Business June 2014
In This Issue
Taking the Measure of a New Wood Moisture Meter
General Tool has a new wood moisture meter on the market. Check out my review of some of the really nice features.
Holz-Her Bringing Evolution 7405 Vertical CNC to IWF 2014
Holz-Her will show the Evolution vertical CNC machining center at IWF 2014 in Atlanta. It is a semi-finalist in the Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award program.
Nailing Tongue-and-Groove with Portable Compressor
This little air compressor is my second favorite product made by Senco, the first being their new cordless F-18 nail gun. We have been using the Senco PC1010 for about 10 years, and recently upgraded to the PC1010N.
Why I'm Optimistic About Woodworking Education
Wood manufacturing businesses small and large are recovering. And so is the pipeline to deliver job-ready workers to woodshops and woodworking factories.
Custom Woodworking Business Reader Service June 2014
Custom Woodworking Business Reader Service June 2014
Most Commented: Faux Wood Paper Floors, and Peel & Stick Veneer
Most commented custom woodworking stories include advice on laying down peel-and-stick veneer and questions on how long a faux wood floor made of paper would last.
Contemporary Drawer Box Hardware
As clean lines of European cabinetry door styling take hold, designers are looking for compatible drawer systems – lest drawer boxes clash with the rest of the room.
Quick Finish Changeovers at Superior Cabinets
An automated spray finish system mixes color at the spray heads, allowing rapid color changeovers for short run MDF cabinetry runs at Superior Cabinets.
Woodworking Inventors: Learn How Your Peers Create New Products
Register now to hear six wood industry business creators tell how they built new business International Woodworking Fair 2014 day-long symposium on Aug. 19 in Atlanta. Registration includes free admission to IWF.
A Printer That Outputs Wood Objects?
Part of an ongoing effort to produce furniture and other products from solid wood, without cutting machinery, technology start-up 4 AXYZ has posted an investment solicitation for $1 million at website Indiegogo.com
Wood Products on Call at Leader Emergency Vehicles
Cutting 60 panels daily, as well as hardwood like luan and Russian birch for custom wood interiors, Leader Emergency Vehicles updated its CNC router and was able to retire five table saws and a slower CNC.
Find-a-Pro Sites Grow in Number. How Does Your Woodshop Rate?
With home remodeling on the upswing, so is the proliferation of websites – a number of them venture capital start-ups – that help consumers find and vet professional cabinetmakers, carpenters, and remodelers.
For IWF 2014, Education Is a Top Draw
Woodworkers around the country are growing desperate to improve production throughput – so along with the latest equipment and supplies, they are setting agendas for IWF 2014 to learn to run operations better.
Finishing: Are Mini Spray Booths a Great Fit for Small Spots?
Smaller format automated reciprocating finishing spray booths may fit physically in tight quarters. But is it a fit for your operation?
Jobsite Saw Has Safety Detection
DeWalt's new jobsite table saw has safety features offering contractors and installers additional protection.
Bench-Made Custom Furniture Maker Thrives on Challenging Work
Rick Cantwell, a Massachusetts furniture maker, is known for his high-end, one-off cabinetry and furniture, including walnut master bedroom suite.
Modern Walnut Table Design Mimics Home Decor
Walnut dinner table with arched tiger maple base created by Blue Fulkerson mimics a home's interior design.
Best Rated 2013 Custom Woodworkers List
This Best Rated 2013 list was furnished by Angie's List. It includes cabinet makers, countertop and flooring businesses, cabinet refinishers, finish carpenters and other wood interior specialists.