The market for spray machines and robotic applicators has exploded with an array of choices

Upgrades and adds-on to get more from your shop’s outdated CNC

As the new year approaches, take the time assess your shop’s software, insurance and financial needs

New equipment for small- and medium-sized shops

Red and white cedar, valued for rot resistance and aesthetics, face stable pricing but tricky availability.

Tariffs on plywood and paneling, particularly from Canada, are causing anxiety among customers, impacting order volume and purchase timelines. While prices are currently stable, suppliers are unable to guarantee pricing for more than seven days, affecting long-term projects.

Often referred to as “white walnut”, butternut [Juglans cinerea] has its own unique place in the hardwood market. It’s soft, easy to work with and can display a visually striking grain pattern that makes it an ideal pick for furniture…

Black walnut has been a long-time favorite of furniture and cabinet makers for its strength, workability, and rich dark tones and hues. The design community likes it, too, especially now,and the increased demand has created some competition for…

Genuine teak (Tectona grandis) is scarce due to trade restrictions with Myanmar, its primary source. Alternatives like iroko, ipé, plantation teak, and afromosia are available at lower price points, though they may not offer the same durability or rot resistance as genuine teak. Despite the high cost and limited availability, genuine teak remains in demand for exterior projects due to its unique properties.

Mastercam, a provider of CAD/CAM software, announces the release of Mastercam 2026 with several productivity enhancements, advanced machining capabilities, and AI-enabled CAM intelligence. “Built on extensive customer feedback and industry…

Hettich America has announced the closing of its acquisition of fellow hardware giant, FGV America. “The merger represents a key milestone in both companies’ shared strategy to strengthen market presence…

Jeffrey Alexander by Hardware Resources introduces the Jules Collection of decorative hardware, created to bring a new level of sophistication to any space. “The Jules Collection is a striking blend…

Grizzly Industrial presents its latest dust collector, the G0991 Quiet Series Horizontal Cyclone, a compact and mobile solution for eliminating dust and debris in woodworking shops. The collector combines powerful…

Woodpeckers, an Ohio-based tool manufacturer, recently announced its new Setup Square that combines a precision-machined stainless-steel square with features from the company’s popular Paolini Pocket Squares and BigCal Woodworking Calipers….

Osborne Wood Products introduces two new table leg designs, Tahoe and Sonora, featuring traditional Mission elements.

Felder presents the KV 925 vertical panel saw to the U.S. market after its premier at LIGNA 2023.

Grizzly Industrial presents a new 8” jointer with a spiral cutterhead, model G0490ZX, and a parallelogram table adjustment mechanism.

Wood Environmentally Adaptive (EA) Hydroplus technology in a new waterborne wood coating that can be applied in a variety of conditions.

WHITESIDE MACHINE CO. is introducing two new CNC router bit sets aimed at production shops and the discerning woodworker. The General Purpose CNC Set (Item No. 709, $232.90) is a…