Gluing, Laminating & Veneering

What’s next in surface colors, materials and finishes?

Jesse Collins, marketing manager for the furniture solutions division of Rehau, discusses design trends that elevate and offer long-lasting appeal.

By Jessie Collins, Rehau

Illustrated guide of veneer cutting methods

The four common cuts for veneer are rotary, plain sliced, quarter sliced and rift cut.

How to measure for panel warp

Panel warp is determined by measuring for cup, bow, or twist. This is done with the panel standing in a vertical position (± 5 degrees).

3 ways zero-joint edgebanding can improve profits

Why this technology may be the future of adhesion at your millwork shop.

By Mark Kraus

How to check for roll wear on a roll coater or adhesive spreader

Tips for maintaining your roll coater or adhesive spreader.

CPA's vision for the industry

CPA’s new president, Andy O’Hare, on unifying and sharing the industry’s climate-friendly message.

By Kenn Busch

Composite panel industry update: Regulatory and other changes in the pipeline

This year has been a challenge on many fronts, but the composite panel industry has persevered and prospered and looks forward to a brighter 2021.

By Andy O’Hare, CPA President

Epoxy glue joint problems

Q. I have some epoxy glue joints that are not very strong. I know the surfaces are not too smooth, and that is why I am using epoxy. I have increased the pressure but with no luck. What next?

By Gene Wengert

Adhesives: 10 facts to know

Things to remember to get the most out of wood adhesives.

By Karl D. Forth

Decorative surfaces can be broadly separated into two groups – overlays and coatings – and are applied by various techniques to panel products like particleboard, medium density fiberboard (MDF) and hardboard. Provided by the Composite Panel Assn., a brief overview of the different types of overlays is presented below.

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