New York City Latest to Offer Mass Timber Assistance
As cities across the country and around the world look to mass timber construction, New York City is now embracing its use. New York City has become the latest to look into the use of mass timber construction, instituting an assistance program under its non-profit Economic Development Corporation. The program seeks to raise awareness of […]
Andersen Windows & Doors Named 84 Lumber Vendor of the Year
National retailer 84 Lumber has selected Andersen Windows & Doors as its 2023 Vendor of the Year. “84 Lumber is happy to have selected Andersen Windows for this prestigious award,” said 84 Lumber’s vice president of purchasing Mitch Wagner. “Their unwavering support for us in all markets and our dedication to premium window sales has […]
Furniture Industry Set for High Point Market Amid Dark Clouds
Recent bankruptcies on the supplier side could indicate more problems ahead for the furniture business. With several high-profile bankruptcies on the supplier side of the business over the past few months, the upcoming High Point Furniture Market will be held with all eyes pointed…well, pointed in every direction as attendees keep a close watch on […]
October Marks Woodworking Manufacturing Month
Woodworking Manufacturing Month 2023 [WWMM], North American woodworking’s largest annual event, runs the entire month. Woodworking Manufacturing Month 2023 opened on October 1, providing a global showcase for the latest innovations and new product and technology introductions from more than 50 top-tier wood products industry manufacturers and service providers. This year’s production of North American woodworking’s […]
The Crucial Role of Saw Blades
In the world of woodworking, precision is paramount, and the choice of tools can make all the difference. Among these tools, saw blades stand out as the unsung heroes of the craft. While they may seem like simple circular pieces of metal with teeth, their technology has evolved significantly, with companies like Freud America Inc. […]
Design Emphasis Student Competition Promotes ‘Innovation Shaping the Future’ Theme of WWMM
As Woodworking Manufacturing Month kicks off this week, winners of the annual Design Emphasis Student Competition talk about what it’s meant for their careers. The IWF Design Emphasis program is widely acclaimed as a foremost furniture design competition for U.S. college students and as Woodworking Manufacturing Month is now live throughout October it is a reminder […]
Construction Financing Still Going Strong
Interest rates may have skyrocketed putting pressure on new builds but lenders are still ready to write you a check for a construction loan. In what seems like a confounding contradiction, lenders are still quite anxious to issue financing for new construction even as the overall building market continues to be impacted by high-interest rates, […]
Home Depot Targeting Millennials with New Service Hub
Retailers all across the building trade are trying to find new ways to reach millennial customers and Home Depot’s New Homeowners Hub is the latest tactic to try. As the millennial generation becomes the center of the housing market, home improvement, furnishings, and building businesses continue to look for new ways to reach out to […]
8th Annual Mass Timber Conference Set for April 2024
As the mass timber movement continues to gain acceptance around the world, the industry will gather in Portland, OR next spring for its annual conference. Eight years ago it was more of a cult than a mainstream building movement but now the mass timber industry has gained widespread acceptance throughout the world and so, its next […]
Securing Your CNC Workpiece: All*Star CNC’s Innovative Gasketing Solutions
Owning a CNC machine can be a game-changer for any woodworker or manufacturer, allowing for precision cuts and intricate designs. However, it’s no secret that one of the significant challenges when working with a CNC machine is ensuring that your workpiece stays securely in place during the cutting process. Few things are more frustrating than […]