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.
Cefla North America expands Canadian sales team
Cefla North America is strengthening its Canadian presence with the addition of Sales Area Manager Kyle Grodzinski, who will cover the Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta provinces. He is based in the greater Toronto region.
NAFF adds board members
The North American Forest Foundation welcomes three new board members, Jesper Bach, Andy Johnson and Cindy Squires.
Leitz Tooling appoints CEO
Leitz Tooling USA has appointed Kenneth Nemec as Chief Executive Officer. Nemec will oversee U.S. operations for the global tooling manufacturer.
Parksite partners with Windsor Holding Co.
WindsorOne, a leader in the interior/exterior trim market since 1972, is now available in six Parksite branches including Bolingbrook, Ill; Louisville, Ohio; Syracuse, N.Y.; South Windsor, Conn.; North Brunswick, N.J., and Baltimore, Md., with plans to expand to all nine locations in the near future.
Woodpalooza dates announced
The Whidbey Island Woodworkers Guild will present the “Art + Wood = Woodpalooza @ Whidbey Island Center for the Arts” exhibition Aug. 31 through Sept. 2.
Rationalization
There are some things I hate to do. But if I rationalize the task hard enough, I’m fine with it. Sometimes, the rationalization even makes sense.
Like gold and silver?
Wherever you stand on the question of climate change or global warming, there is no denying that our sources of fine hardwoods is rapidly diminishing.
Furniture stripper
We’ve all stripped old furniture finish. But sometimes “furniture stripper” means something else entirely.
New skillset
It’s amazing how you can go decades without doing something, and then suddenly find yourself doing it all the time.
Now you see it, now you don't
NOW YOU SEE IT, NOW YOU DON’T: The market for hidden fasteners and connectors continues to expand with lots of great choices.
Modern Families Need Modern Kitchens
The latest trends put new demands on design, hardware and material choices.
Where every day is Monday
After more than 30 years in business, the owner of Exquisite Custom Cabinets still has something to prove.
The Mechanics of Outsourcing
How to determine the true costs, benefits, logistics and pitfalls of using outside suppliers
