Wood Products August 2014
In This Issue
Multi-stage Finishing Leads Kohler Tailored Vanity Venture
Kohler believes its tailored bathroom vanity cabinets, with multi-step and hand rubbed finishes, will open the door to supplying consumers all other elements in the room - framed mirrors, organization components, medicine cabinets, lighting, and plumbing fixtures.
OSHA ComDust Rule Way Past Due: CSB Chief
The combustible dust explosion that claimed three lives at AL Metal in 2010 underscores the need for a national combustible dust standard, according to Rafael Moure-Eraso, chairperson of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB).
Spotlight on Sanding Machines for Wood Finishing
Sanding is perhaps the most important step to obtaining a well-finished product. Poor sanding preparation can result in unacceptable finish quality and rework. What follows is some of the sanding equipment available in the marketplace.
Adhesive Technology: Wheat Flour Glue by Idaho Milling and Grain
A longtime producer of wheat flour for glue extenders used in the wood products industry, Idaho Milling and Grain recently implemented a process that significantly reduces the production time while improving quality.
Wood Products August 2014 Index to Advertisers
Websites and phone numbers for advertisers in the August 2014 issue of Wood Products.
Pre-Applied Wood Adhesives Open Production Possibilities
Researchers have now succeeded in separating the processes of applying wood glue and joining wood, opening up a new world of opportunities in woodworking and metalworking applications.
Cabinets & Closets Expo: Next Stop Chicago
The Cabinets & Closets Expo returns to Schaumburg, IL, April 14-16, 2015, for a bigger, better show.
Woodworking Leaders to Gather for Wood Tech Summit
Conference, plant tours and tabletop displays are among the highlights at the 2014 Wood Tech Summit. The program takes place Oct. 9-10 in Ontario.
White Oak Stays Red Hot in Cabinetry and Flooring
American white oak is in demand for a wide range of applications including furniture, cabinetry, doors, panels, flooring, musical instruments, boat building and barrels.
IWF 2014: More than a Woodworking Trade Show
The International Woodworking Fair returns with even more exhibitors and opportunities.
Made in America 2014: Wood Production is Growing
Wood plant expansions & reshoring accelerate. U.S. manufacturing continues to rise, with industrial production up 4.3 percent in June compared to the same period a year ago, according to recent figures from the Federal Reserve.
At 50 Conestoga Wood Specialties Faces a Changed Cabinet Industry
One of the most significant changes to impact the cabinetry industry in the last 50 years is the rise of the retail home center. Currently, half of all kitchens are sold through home center stores. Here's how Conestoga has responded.
Housing Study: Multifamily Boom Not So Great for Woodworking
While multi-family housing does not generate the same volume of use per unit as a single family home, it does bode well for the wood products industry. Read this exclusive survey for more details.
Custom Woodworking Helps Drive Bentley Motors' Luxury Vehicles
Unique veneer and the woodworking craftsmanship distinguish Bentley Motors luxury vehicles.
Vaughan-Bassett Furniture Took on China: Book Excerpt
Part 1 of a series detailing John Bassett III's experiences with Chinese manufacturers, excerpted from the book "Factory Man."