Catching Up with CNC Software
A comprehensive guide to the latest releases, new features and recent corporate developments.
Spraying no-wipe stains can provide richer results
The most common method of staining is to apply a wet coat and wipe off all or most of the excess before the stain dries. Any application tool can be used to apply the stain – rag, brush or spray gun, or you can dip, then wipe.
Choosing a small shop CNC
Form following function is a weather worn adage, but its inverse is perhaps more relevant when choosing a CNC router.
Rockler helps revive Wood Talk
Rockler Woodworking & Hardware has signed on as the primary sponsor of Wood Talk to help bring back the long-running woodworking podcast, which recently relaunched in February following a year-long hiatus.
SCM Group offers help
In response to the national COVID-19 crisis, Artisan Display Inc. was recently asked by one of its largest customers, The University of Pennsylvania, for a monumental effort to finish a portion of Penn Medicine’s new 504-bed hospital’s emergency department ahead of schedule.
Felder starts challenge contest
During this stay at home time, the Felder Group wants to inspire and support all woodworkers across the country with the #felderchallenge.
Oneida is ready to jump into action
Oneida Air Systems in Syracuse, N.Y. is offering its design, engineering and 3D modeling through production capabilities to support healthcare and other essential businesses and services at this critical time.
NHLA adds important resource
The National Hardwood Lumber Association has created a new COVID-19 resource page on its website.
It worked
Planning shop layout doesn’t always work. But when it does, it’s awesome.
Why did I sell it?
At one time I had some spectacular genuine Honduras rosewood that a friend had imported. I also had a small amount of highly figured blistered maple.
How do we deal with this?
The coronavirus is causing things to go off the rails. We're being told stay home and avoid other people. But we have to make a living. It’s not like we can just stop going to work.
Tweakin’ and tunin’
I have a whole shop full of new tools. Or, at least it seems like it.
Removing the pain
New sanding solutions include wide belt through benchtop machines, aggregate heads, next generation abrasives, and more.
Coats of many colors
Finish manufacturers are touting tougher powder coatings, mobile robots and louder accent colors, while continuing to address environmental concerns.
A no frills approach
Parsons Kitchens is off the beaten path and lacks a fancy showroom, but that doesn’t matter to a big city customer base.
