John English

The science and art of chemicals and colors

Shops can get more for their money with today’s CAD software options

A look at CNC machinery for large and growing shops.

New portable tools include a battery-powered generator, lights that won’t fall over, and an electric screwdriver.

The functional category offers new solutions for opening and closing doors, bearing weight, home storage, and more.

A broken spindle will halt production, so be prepared with a backup and a plan for service and repair

A dozen or so ideas to gain some valuable real estate in your shop.

A good bit of information on new saw blades, profile cutters and sharpening resources.

That’s one of many trends happening in the cabinet hardware category.

The latest clamping and holding solutions for bench and CNC work.

The chore is made easier with an alphabet of software solutions

Bringing the woodshop to the jobsite

What’s new in cabinet and furniture components What’s new in cabinet and furniture components

Laser measuring and templating solutions that sure beat the old ways

Today’s production machinery operates in a work cell with automatic functions and no glue lines

CNC for smaller shops can be counted on for its consistency, proficiency and labor-saving benefits.

If you’re building furniture or complex parts, a 5-axis CNC is an option worth exploring.

The process begins by understanding how the power of air is used for running tools and collecting dust

The future is now for straw-based MDF, glass countertops, modified wood and other new technologies.

Buying pre-finished panels eliminates problems and offers several advantages

Current sanding solutions for shops of all sizes

Finishing equipment review for cabinets and furniture

Multipurpose and combination machines have their pros and cons, but they are certainly space savers.

An update on current manufacturing trends, new accessories, consumer preferences, and more.

New joinery options to save setup, milling and assembly time.

Thermofoil is a solid value for customers and makes life simpler in the shop

More power, more safety, more choices …

Aggregate heads can add some of the advantages of extra axes and 3-D milling capability to a basic 3-axis CNC router

The list includes granite, laminate, solid surface, concrete, engineered products, and some favorites from the past making a comeback

Manufacturers are introducing new safety systems and feature-rich models for shops of all sizes

Diamonds are forever, but carbide also makes the cut.

Finish manufacturers are touting tougher powder coatings, mobile robots and louder accent colors, while continuing to address environmental concerns.

New sanding solutions include wide belt through benchtop machines, aggregate heads, next generation abrasives, and more.

A deep dive into the digital fabrication marketplace for high-volume shops.

Machinery manufacturers offer an array of compact solutions to save on floorspace.

Choosing the best abrasive for a specific task begins with an understanding of how they’re made and perform.

There’ a lot of different ways to have a door open and drawer slide, evident from the current offerings from suppliers and manufacturers.

Sharp tools and well-tuned machinery makes for a safer and more profitable shop.

There’s a plethora of cordless and pneumatic options available in today’s marketplace, where innovation rules.

Controlling waste starts with a clear understanding of where it’s occurring.

Coating manufacturers have picked their 2020 Colors of the Year and the results reveal important trends for shops to follow.