Features
Outsourcing Doors, Drawers and More
The secret to increasing sales and production while lowering costs
Like an Extra Set of Hands
Assembly tools and equipment that deliver speed, efficiency and precision
A Full-Service Shop
Brogna Designs sets itself apart as a cabinet shop and remodeler in the greater Pittsburgh market
Four decades later …
Michael and Jeab Glass, surrounded by students, are the directors of Kids’ Carpentry.
Problem Solvers
Crowe’s Cabinets makes dreams come true in northeastern Ohio, dominating the commercial market while growing a retail division.
Selecting Software
Selecting Software: A look at the features and benefits of CAD/CAM programs for CNC machining
Next generation materials
A roundup of the latest panel, engineered wood, countertop, lighting products and more
Bouncing back in a big way
Myers Custom Woodworks in Franklin, Pa. has emerged from the pandemic with an impressive backlog
A look at new coatings
Organic greens and sages are the color trends for 2022; manufacturers focusing on UV-cured, powder coat and waterborne finishes
Tooling time
Finding and ordering CNC tooling is easy, but knowing what to order can be a bit trickier
Switching gears and careers
Armando Reyes, a former auto mechanic, has Lake Erie Woodworks off to a fast start
Robots to the rescue
They can perform repetitive tasks and solve labor issues, but not all are created equal
Getting the right fit
Joinery options for woodshops often come down to a choice between convenience and aesthetics
Think it through
Investing in a 5-axis machine is a quantum leap for most woodshops, but the rewards include faster production, cleaner parts, more accuracy, and the ability to innovate
All for one
Thanks to a hard-working team, multi-generation Chicone Cabinetmakers embraces complex, challenging work.
True multi-taskers
Combination machines are space savers, but they can also handle the demands of a professional shop