Adding More Direction
If you’re building furniture or complex parts, a 5-axis CNC is an option worth exploring.
Features
Next Generation Materials
The future is now for straw-based MDF, glass countertops, modified wood and other new technologies.
Controlling airflow
The process begins by understanding how the power of air is used for running tools and collecting dust
Four on the Floor
Rivendell Woodworks, led by a father and his three sons, builds on its magical legacy.
The Dark Horse rises
An Atlanta shop, led by CMA president Chris Dehmer, has experienced steady growth focusing on residential work from a general contractor’s perspective
Big surprises in small spaces
Multipurpose and combination machines have their pros and cons, but they are certainly space savers.
The Changing Face of Cabinet Building
An update on current manufacturing trends, new accessories, consumer preferences, and more.
A healthy root system
Cohen Architectural Woodworking relies on a strong infrastructure to maintain success
Lucky Seven
Grothouse, a custom solid wood countertop manufacturer in Germansville, Pa. recently appeared on This Old House, again.
The Ups and Downs of Outsourcing
Considerations for custom shops include quality, reputation and the bottom line.
Adjusting to the times
Seven Trees Woodworking used its downtime to plan for the future and hopefully pick up where it left off.
A labor-saving option
Thermofoil is a solid value for customers and makes life simpler in the shop
A new generation of table saws
Manufacturers are introducing new safety systems and feature-rich models for shops of all sizes
An exquisite solution
Aggregate heads can add some of the advantages of extra axes and 3-D milling capability to a basic 3-axis CNC router
Countertop choices
The list includes granite, laminate, solid surface, concrete, engineered products, and some favorites from the past making a comeback