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Pfleiderer Launches Worldwide Decor Selection

Global Collection underscores international reach

At international construction trade fairs "Budma 2011" in Poznan, Poland, from January 11 to 14, and at "BAU 2011" in Munich from January 17 to 22, Pfleiderer AG will present for the first time its Global Collection of decorative surface finishes.

Suddekor Group Announces Organizational Changes

Suddekor Group announces organizational changes affective March 1, 2011.

Uniboard Introduces 12 Melamine Colors, New NAUF Particleboard

Uniboard, the North American leader in engineered wood products and a subsidiary of Pfleiderer AG, recently added two NU Green NAUF particleboard products and a 12-color melamine collection titled Elegantly Natural.

2009 CPA Scholarship Award Winners

The CPA Scholarship Program, in memory of Robert E. Dougherty, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2009 Scholarship Awards. This year, the Foundation voted to award four scholarships of $5,000 each, as recommended by the Selection Committee.

9th Executive Briefing Conference

9th Executive Briefing Conference provides inspiration to industry professionals, dates and location announced for 10th anniversary event in 2012.

ABET Laminati Announces California Facility

ABET Laminati, leading manufacturer of high-pressure laminate (HPL), announces the opening of its 17,000-square-foot facility in Richmond, Calif. The location hosts 4,000 square feet of office and showroom space in addition to its warehouse.

Abet Laminati Launches New Website

Our goal was to create a site that is as easy to navigate as it is informative. As you browse through you will have the opportunity to view ABET’s high pressure laminates...

ABET LAMINATI Opens Richmond, California Office and Warehouse

ABET LAMINATI a leading manufacturer of high pressure laminate, is pleased to announce the opening of its Richmond, California office and warehouse facility. The 17,000 sq. ft. location includes 4,000 sq. ft. of office and showroom space in addition to its warehouse. In accordance with ABET’s environmental friendliness, the facility reduces electrical use by almost 80 percent thanks to several large skylights. Overhead lighting will be used only when needed on rainy days, a rare occurrence in sunny California.

ANSI Approves Revised Standards for Particleboard and MDF; CARB Emission Ceilings Embraced

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has approved revised national voluntary standards for ANSI A208.1-2009 Particleboard and ANSI A208.2-2009 MDF for Interior Applications. Sponsored by the Composite Panel Association (CPA), the standards include new grades as well as harmonization with the formaldehyde emission ceilings and other requirements recently enacted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

ARCLIN RECEIVES APPROVAL OF RESTRUCTURING FROM CANADIAN AND U.S. COURTS

Company Expects to Complete Financial Restructuring in Early January

Arclin, a privately held provider of bonding and surfacing solutions, announced that its Plan of Arrangement, which was filed by Arclin’s Canadian entities, was approved by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. In addition, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware confirmed Arclin’s Plan of Reorganization on December 8, 2009. The Company expects to complete its financial restructuring in early January 2010.

Arjowiggins SAS and Technocell Dekor GmbH & Co. KG Announce a Cross Licensing Contract in Resin Saving Paper Technology

ARJOWIGGINS and TECHNOCELL companies announce that they signed an exclusive cross licensing agreement on resin saving decorative papers for woodworking applications. This agreement, effective from end May 2009, grants TECHNOCELL access to the existing ARJOWIGGINS resin saving papers patents and gives mutual access to any resin saving papers patent application pending from both companies. It confirms ARJOWIGGINS and TECHNOCELL's ambition to bring customers, today and tomorrow, the best solutions to answer their needs.

Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP) Launches Long-awaited Storage Designer Certification Program

The most renowned and respected trade organization in custom closet and storage design is proud to announce the launching of its industry’s first-ever Designer Certification Program.

AWFS Participates in National Legislative Fly-In

Thirteen AWFS members and association officers participated in the Second Annual Woodworking Equipment and Wood Processing (WEWP) Public Policy Fly-In to Washington, DC, meeting with congressional representatives from California, Georgia, Ohio, Indiana, Utah, North Carolina and Oregon. The Senate was voting on the Stimulus Bill at the time, allowing AWFS members to discuss the industry’s needs in a very timely fashion.

BCAP

It's Not Too Late to Speak Up

If you read about the 2008 Farm Bill's Biomass Crop Assistance Program in the Washington Post, then you know the future of composite wood is hanging in the balance. For those new to the issue, the CPA's site BCAPreform.org offers a primer BCAP's threat to the composite wood industry's availability of material.

BIESSE America and Canada Form Advanced Materials Division, Appoint Manager

BIESSE AMERICA and CANADA, a leading provider of high-tech computer-numerically-controlled manufacturing equipment (CNC) used to shape and finish a range of materials including engineered-wood materials has formed an Advanced Materials Division to serve the needs for a growing demand for CNC machines used to fabricate a wide range of advanced materials including plastics, composites and non-ferrous metals.

Biesse and Friulmac Partner for North American Distribution

Biesse and Friulmac, leading manufacturers of machinery and systems for the woodworking industry, signed an exclusive distribution agreement to establish Biesse America and Canada as the sole distributor of Friulmac machinery in North America.

Biesse and Intermac Canada to Roll out the Red Carpet for Customers this Fall

Biesse and Intermac Canada have recently completed their move into a brand new Canadian Headquarters in Mirabel, QC, just northwest of Montreal via Highway 15, exit 31 and will mark the occasion by providing a three-day open house and One2One event for their customers.

Biesse and Intermac to announce spring 2012 events dates

Biesse America and Intermac America, the leading manufacturers of high-tech machinery and systems for wood, glass and stone, announced their event schedule for the first half of 2012.

Biesse Canada Adds New Sales Representative in Ontario, Canada

Biesse Canada, the leading manufacturer of machinery and systems for the woodworking industry, recently added Narendra “Nandu” Atre for the position of Biesse Canada Product Area Manager (PAM)...

Biesse Launches Green Project at Technodomus

At the recent Technodomus, an expo for furnishing and construction wood technology held in Italy, Biesse announced its new project for the production of highly technological solutions capable of reducing energy consumption and providing clients with tangible and environmentally conscious savings.

Biesse to Host Fall Demo Event at North Carolina Headquarters

Biesse America and Intermac America, the leading manufacturers of high-tech machinery and systems for wood, glass and stone, will be holding a fall One2One event at its headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., October 27 through 29, 2010.

Blum introduces AVENTOS HK-S

Blum introduces AVENTOS HK-S, the newest in the AVENTOS line of lift systems for kitchen cabinets. AVENTOS HK-S is a stay-lift system that is great for small cabinets like the ones above a large refrigerator.

Blum to Manufacture new soft close hinge in the US

With the immediate success of COMPACT BLUMOTION soft closing face frame hinges, Blum plans to add two new hinge manufacturing lines to its North Carolina...

Blum, Inc.'s Apprenticeship 2000 Celebrates 15 Years, 100 Grads

On November 10, 2010, in Stanley, N.C., Blum, Inc. and its partner companies will celebrate 15 years and 100 graduates from its Apprenticeship 2000 program. This successful four-year program attracts high school students from five counties in North Carolina with the promise of free college and a paycheck.

Boltaron Unveils New Sheet Products for Flat and 3D Lamination

Boltaron Performance Products announces new damage-resistant sheet for membrane pressing and flat laminating of wood core substrates. Designed for surfacing flat and routed MDF components of store fixtures, kiosks, contract furniture, checkout counters and displays.

California’s Emission Rule Spurs Greener Composites

On January 1, 2009 the long debated California Air Resources Board (CARB) rule limiting formaldehyde emissions from Composite Wood Products (particleboard, MDF and hardwood plywood) went into effect. The CARB rule has been rightly characterized as “the toughest production standard in the world” for formaldehyde emissions, in part because it includes a requirement for rigorous third party testing and certification.

California’s Formaldehyde Rule Is Underway

After the California Air Resources Board (CARB) published its final Composite Wood Airborne Toxic Control Measure (ATCM) early in 2008, the center of gravity for world emission standards shifted noticeably. California has long been the inspiration for environmental regulations that have spread across the U.S. and the rest of the continent, but this particular ATCM has begun to have an impact throughout the wood products industries and around the world too. With EPA considering a national rule that would federalize much of the CARB standard, that influence is likely to grow.

Canplast New TopEdge™ Stock Program

Canplast refined Edgebanding stock program is focusing on the growing Thermofused Melamine market.

CARB Grants Roseburg Hardwood Panels Exempt Status

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) granted Roseburg hardwood panels exempt status. California Executive Order N-10-038 exempts Roseburg’s hardwood plywood from third-party certification of formaldehyde emissions because the company uses an ultra-low-emitting formaldehyde (ULEF) resin to bond its panels.

Casadei-Busellato New Location

Casadei-Busellato, a leading supplier of high quality industrial machinery for processing wood, plastic and non-ferrous metals...

Chemisol Welcomes New North American Represetitive

To develop the High Performance Additives chemicals brand, HIPERADD, in North America and improve the support to customers in terms of service, technical assistance and promotion of new solutions Chemisol has worked to strengthen its sales and service team.

Clarion Boards Announces New Ownership and Investment

Tony Sturrus is named President, Clarion Industries and Jose Kofman is named President, Clarion Boards. New capital infusion provides expansion and growth opportunities for industrial panels business.

Clarion Industries Prepares for the Future with $10 Million Capital Investment

Clarion Industries recently announced that work will be completed by mid-October 2010 on several major manufacturing initiatives that will help prepare the company for future growth. The capital expenditures target energy efficiencies, innovation and quality technologies, and increased manufacturing production capacity.

Climate Change Standards and Wood Products

It sounds like a pun to refer to the Global Warming issue as a hot topic, but with the U.S. Congress set to consider legislation on Climate Change in 2009, it is certainly a relevant subject for Regenerate.

Columbia Forest Products Receives Gifford Pinchot Award

The Hardwood Forestry Fund (HFF) recently announced that Columbia Forest Products is a 2010 recipient of the Gifford Pinchot Award. Columbia Forest Products accepted the award at its booth (1670) during IWF 2010 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga.

Combinations: The Interprint Werkschau 2011 in the Design Post Cologne

After its enthusiastic premiere in 2009, Interprint will again exhibit in Cologne’s ‘home of design’ during this year’s...

Combois holds 42nd Annual General Meeting in Bilbao, Spain

Stiles Machinery Inc. is pleased to report on the 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Combois.

Combois holds 43rd Annual General Meeting

Stiles Machinery Inc. is pleased to report on the 43rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Combois. Hosted by its U.S. member Stiles Machinery, the international member countries of Combois e.V. met in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on September 20 and 21, 2010.

Commercial Furniture Industry Launches “level” Certification Program for Furniture Sustainability Standard

BIFMA International, the trade association for the commercial furniture industry, representing the leading firms in the contract furniture market, today announces the premier of the product certification program, level.

Compasso D’Oro ADI Award

ABET LAMINATI’s high pressure laminates top Arper’s NUUR table, winner of the Compasso D’Oro ADI award, the most important acknowledgement for Italian design.

Composite Kitchen and Bath Components Contribute to Millennium Water's LEED Platinum Certification

A four-generation company, Eggersmann Kitchens of Hiddenhausen delivered 863 kitchens and 2,000 sets of bathroom fittings to the Millennium Water accommodations in the athletes' village for the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, which recently received LEED Platinum certification.

Congress Approves Landmark Formaldehyde Bill

On June 23, the US House of Representatives passed formaldehyde legislation by voice vote after being approved by the unanimous consent of the US Senate.

Costs of Biomass Crop Assistance

News coverage of the Biomass Crop Assistance Program (BCAP) continues to highlight the rising cost of the new Farm Bill.

CPA Announces 2010 Dougherty Scholarship Recipients

The CPA Scholarship Program, in memory of Robert E. Dougherty, is proud to announce the recipients of five $5,000 scholarship awards for 2010.

CPA Reports Formaldehyde Legislation Passes Key House Committee

According to a special report from the CPA, the US House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce voted 27-10 on May 26, 2010, to favorably report HR 4805, the “Formaldehyde Standards in Composite Wood Products Act” to the full House for action.

Danzer Group’s Subsidiary IFO in the Republic of Congo Obtains FSC Certificate

Danzer Group’s subsidiary Industrie Forestière d’Ouesso (IFO) in the Republic of Congo has achieved Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for its forestry concession. Danzer Group can now supply logs, lumber and veneers from major African species with an FSC forest management certificate. The FSC certificate guarantees that IFO’s forest concession – covering an area of nearly 1.16 million hectares (2.9-million acres) – is managed according to the FSC forest management standard that includes social, economic and ecological requirements.

Daubert Chemical’s New Website Is As Innovative As They Get

Following a year of development, Daubert has just given the green light to go live.

Decorative Surface Conference in Montreal Announces Complete Program, Now Registering Attendees

The 2010 Decorative Surface Conference, to be held at the Fairmont - The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, 900 Rene Levesque Blvd. W, Montreal, Quebec H3B4A5, Canada, from October 26 through 28, 2010, announces its complete program of speakers -- leaders, innovators and experts in the decorative surfaces industry.

Delmac Merged into SCM Group North America

Delmac Machinery will be merged into SCM Group North America on April 4th. Two independently successful companies, each with a reputation as an industry leader in the supply of high technology manufacturing equipment, will now work together as a team with one common goal: Superior results.

Designer Hans Hansen Wins “RedDot Design Award” with Duropal HPL-Solid

Whenever Hans Hansen talks about HPL from Duropal, his eyes sparkle: “I am fascinated by such an honest form of material.” The designer from Arnsberg (Germany) has worked with it for two years.

Diamut America and Canada Announce New Sales Manager

The Biesse Group's Diamut, the world-leading producer of high-tech diamond tooling used for working of stone and glass as well as in the construction trades, announces Michele Ragno as sales manager for America and Canada.

Did You See Something Over There? NAH, NEVER MIND...

It is not often a branded and internationally recognized design finds its way into the decorative surface industry. Historically, winning décor designs emerge from the collaborative efforts of design professionals at the world’s finest printers and laminate manufacturers.

DMC Moves in With Superfici

SCM Group North America announces that effective January 1, 2012, the DMC division of Wide Belt Sanders will move in Concord, NC at Superfici America, our division specializing in complete automated finishing systems.

DuPont Corian Design Studio Opens In Shanghai

DuPont has just unveiled the new DuPont™ Corian® Design Studio in Shanghai, China, custom designed by world-renowned British designer Michael Young. Located at Huashan Square in Shanghai, this new site follows studios in Milan, Italy, and U.S. locations in New York and Philadelphia.

Executive Briefing Conference adds Featured Presenter to program line up

Since inception in 2002, the Executive Briefing Conference has become the premier venue to key manufacturing executives to network and explore visions for the future of our industry.

Exhibitors Make, Donate 30 Multi-Shelf Cabinets Made at AWFS® Fair to Animal Shelter

More than 30 multi-shelf cabinets created in smartSHOP, a fully operational shop assembled at AWFS®Fair through the sponsorship of 16 exhibitors and participating partners...

Exhibitors to Host CEU Seminars on KBIS Floor

The National Kitchen & Bath Association's Kitchen & Bath Industry Show at McCormick Place, Chicago, April 14 through 18 brings opportunities to earn CEU credit by learning about new technology serving the composite panel and decorative surfaces industries. New last year, KBIS will again offer 30-minute presentations held on the show floor at exhibitors' booths.

Fall NexGen Event to Sweep North Carolina Cities

A three-day NexGen event is slated for October 5 through 7, 2010, in North Carolina to enable participating companies to cost-effectively showcase machines and equipment within their own facilities.

Fall Schedule Now Available: Cefla America Finishing Education

Cefla America Finishing Education (CAFÉ) is Cefla’s unique Education and Training Program that provides formal educational courses in various facets of industrial wood finishing.

Federal Brace Introduces 10 New Countertop Supports

Federal Brace, the designer and producer of quality countertop support products, recently announced the release of 10 new styles in their countertop support and bracket family.

Final Touches on St. Louis Printing Facility Prepare Schattdecor Inc. for Press Calibration

After much anticipation, the new Schattdecor facility in St. Louis received its decor paper printing press in fall 2010 and began the installation process. The team from Rotodecor has made a great deal of progress (see timeline below), and the facility is on track to open in the first quarter of 2011.

FINNE Wins Two Americas Property Awards

The prestigious international competition, based in London, is sponsored by GOOGLE and BLOOMBERG. The judges considered hundreds of residential entries for the 2011 awards.

Five KraftMaid Door Styles, 15 Finishes Available in Google 3D Warehouse

Based on the success of its 3D cabinet model collections in the Google 3D Warehouse, Masco Retail Cabinet Group's KraftMaid Cabinetry expanded its offering to nearly 800 digital models. The company also recently launched a YouTube channel with informational screencasts about the collection and designing with Google SketchUp.

Flakeboard President and CEO Kelly Shotbolt Presents Sustainability Report

Kelly Shotbolt: It is with great pride that I present to you Flakeboard's first-ever Sustainability Report.

Flakeboard Sault Ste. Marie Plant Now FSC Certified

Flakeboard announces FSC certification of its Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, plant. The facility is now taking FSC-certified orders for Superior MDF, VESTA MDF (NAUF) and its full offering of thermally fused melamine panels.

Flakeboard to Install Melamine Press at Duraflake Plant

Flakeboard announces plans to install its third new melamine press at its Duraflake particleboard plant located in Albany, Oregon. This press installation, scheduled for first quarter 2010 start-up, is the final stage of a melamine expansion plan that began with the purchase of three new presses in 2007.

Franklin to Unveil New CARB-Compliant Adhesives at IWF

Franklin Adhesives & Polymers, a division of Franklin International based in Columbus, Ohio, will unveil its new Plywood Line, a first-of-its-kind selection of seven CARB-compliant adhesives for plywood products, at IWF 2010.

Furniture suppliers from North America to showcase products at Cologne’s interzum

Increased interest in exporting to European countries

With four months to go, excitement is building in anticipation of interzum. The international woodworking industry is on the upswing, and the future is optimistic for the industry. Taking advantage of the weak dollar, pent-up demand and a strong German economy, U.S. and Canadian companies are gearing up to pursue export opportunities in Europe again. More than 40 North American companies will showcase their products during interzum, the world’s leading international trade show for suppliers to the furniture production and interiors industries.

G.C. Peterson Machinery Unveils Precision Edge Widebelt Sanders

G.C. Peterson Machinery of St. Paul, Minn, announces the national launch of the Precision Edge Widebelt Sander machinery line, which offers higher production and quality results at a more efficient cost to wood processors.

GUHDO PCD Tooling

GUHDO/Preziss introduces a new development in PCD tooling -- coated polycrystalline diamond (CPD). Developed by Element Six (DeBeers), who was the innovator of synthetic polycrystalline diamond, tools tipped with CPD have shown a tool life increase of up to 100% over standard polycrystalline tooling.

Hettich Launches “Kitchen Concept 2015”

As part of its forward-looking innovation management activities, Hettich is launching “Kitchen Concept 2015” a trends forecast for future kitchen and home environments. “Kitchen Concept 2015” focuses on design, convenience, ergonomics, electrification and multimedia networking.

Inspired by Nature HOTEL INDIGO

Haiku is Hotel Indigo’s preferred form of communication. This style of poetry is composed of three-lines, the first with five syllables, the second with seven syllables, and the third with five syllables.

International Designers Express Versatility with DuPont Corian

In conjunction with the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York City, DuPont and French design magazine Intramuros brought together legendary designers from around the world for Carte Blanche, an exhibition of 25 one-of-a-kind works with DuPont Corian solid surface.

Interprint Finalizes Purchase of Coveright Russia

The Russian Cartel Authority FAS officially approved the acquisition of all shares in OOO Coveright RUS by Interprint GmbH, thus formally completing the purchase.

Interprint GmbH expands Board of Directors

Decor printer Interprint GmbH, Arnsberg / Germany, expands its Board of Directors.

Interprint USA Announces Trend Presentation for IWF

Interprint USA announced plans for a trend presentation that will coincide with the opening of the IWF trade show in Atlanta.

Interzum 2011: Lightweight construction as an opportunity for the furniture industry

Interzum is famous as a leading international fair where new trends are set. The new developments presented in Cologne...

IWF Announces 65 Entrants for 2010 Challengers Award

The International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair (IWF) reports 65 companies entered 80 products to compete for the 2010 Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award, which it presents to seven outstanding companies every two years.

KCD Software meets consumer demand for more furniture-based cabinetry

KCD Software has now added Classic Designs by Matthew Burak’s library of furniture components to their Cabinet/Closet Software Suite.

Keeling Joins Flakeboard as Manufacturing Manager for Louisiana Particleboard

Flakeboard Company announces the hiring of Darrell Keeling as manufacturing manager for its composite panels manufacturing business.

KML Introduces New Online Design Resource to Spark Innovation

Enables Designers to Explore Newest Design and Application Trends

KML Corporation, a leader in thermally fused melamine (TFM) panel designs...

Legislation to Stimulate Remodeling and Home Furnishing Purchases

Congressman Henry Johnson (D-GA) and Nathan Deal (R-GA) are sponsoring legislation, the Home Improvements Revitalize the Economy (HIRE) Act of 2009, to provide tax credits to stimulate the purchase of kitchen cabinets and other remodeling and home furnishing improvements.

MJB Wood Fills Void in Southern California Market

A new 44,000-square-foot distribution center in Mira Loma, Calif., will allow MJB Wood Group, Inc. to supply lumber and panel products, including MDF, particleboard, hardboard and thermally fused melamine, to the Southern California market.

Munksjö to acquire ArjoWiggins, form a world-leading specialty paper company

Munksjö intends to acquire the Decor, Abrasives, thin papers and fine arts businesses of ArjoWiggins including the mills in Arches, France and Dettingen, Germany. With the acquisition, Munksjö would form a world leading specialty paper company.

mySurface App Offers Zoomable DuPont Swatches

DuPont's mySurface, the first iPhone application of its kind in the surfacing industry is changing the way consumers, architects and designers choose their surfaces. The mySurface app lets users search for DuPont™ Corian® solid surface and DuPont™ Zodiaq® quartz surface colors by hue, providing a color swatch that fills the screen along with information on how to order a sample.

New Boise Cascade facility to serve South Florida

Open for business in Pompano Beach, Fla., is Boise Building Materials Distribution (BBMD), a division of Boise Cascade, LLC, Idaho-based distributor of engineered wood products, plywood, OSB, lumber and other building supplies. BBMD is a wholesale distributor of lumber and building materials serving industrial accounts, pro dealers and home centers in the United States.

New Brands at RENOLIT DESIGN

The RENOLIT Group has reorganized the brand structure of its Business Unit RENOLIT DESIGN. By means of three product lines and new brands, the film manufacturer has integrated the key strengths of the traditional brands Cova and Alkor which have formed part of the Group since April 2006.

New Manufacturing Facility Opening in Mesa, AZ to Meet Growing Demand

Northern Contours, a leading manufacturer of cabinet components and membrane pressed surfaces, is set to open a new manufacturing location in Mesa, Arizona. The company is in the process of investing approximately $4,000,000 into facility upgrades...

NexGen 2009 a Success, Repeat Event Planned for Early 2010.

Biesse and Stiles are pleased to report that the inaugural NexGen Event was a success and have agreed to hold another event early next year.

NexGen Event 2009: Introducing the Next Generation in Machinery Events

Biesse and Stiles are proud to announce they will conduct a combined event to showcase the breadth of technology both companies offer. In an unprecedented joint organizational effort between these two industry players, a new type of event has emerged.

No Time for Luxury – Focus on the Essentials

The 2009 Pan American Laminates Conference has been relocated from the Cayman Islands to Toronto, Canada.

Noble Environmental Technologies Announces Location for ECOR® Eco-Composite Production Facility in Downtown San Diego, California

San Diego, CA. January 12, 2012. Noble Environmental Technologies Corporation (NET), developer and manufacturer of ECOR®, Advanced Environmental Composite 100% bio-based...

OMNOVA and Roseburg Debut Quartet of Lush Woodgrain Surface Designs

OMNOVA Solutions and Roseburg recently unveiled four rich woodgrain laminate designs that have been expertly matched across the two businesses’ portfolios supporting the cabinetry and retail store fixtures markets.

OMNOVA Solutions to Debut duraMAX™ Flat Laminates at GlobalShop

OMNOVA Solutions today introduced its new duraMAX™ Flat Laminates to the retail design...

OMNOVA Solutions Unveils New Laminate Designs at GlobalShop

OMNOVA Solutions is unveiling the latest additions to its portfolios of Pape...

Online Registration for Ninth Annual Executive Briefing Conference

Stiles Machinery Inc. announces the online registration is now open for the ninth Executive Briefing Conference (EBC).

PANELITE to focus on Energy-Saving ClearShade IGU and Bonded Series product lines

Since Panelite launched the ClearShade IGU nearly a decade ago, the call for resource-efficient materials continues to intensify.

Paul K. Smith Named President of Häfele America Company

The Häfele Group, with headquarters in Nagold, Germany, announced that it has named Paul K. Smith as president of Häfele America Company, the company’s North American subsidiary.

Pfleiderer Expands Board with Addition of Ernst Pelzer

Effective immediately, Ernst Pelzer (52) takes on the newly created board position for restructuring. In this role, Pelzer is to strengthen the board and will play an essential part in the reorganization of the company.

Plant opening expands Rev-A-Shelf's product offering

Rev-A-Shelf's acquisition of the Lazy Daisy product line from Peter Meier Inc. of Connersville, N.C., prompted opening a molding manufacturing facility in Louisville, Ky. The newly remodeled, 177,493-square-foot plant's eight injection molding machines will create functional residential cabinet storage and organizational products for the kitchen, bath and closet industries.

Positive Surfaces Presentations by Schattdecor Team in North America

At Surfaces 2009 in Las Vegas, much talk was focused on the current state of the economy. The team from Schattdecor in North America put together a presentation that was designed to help customers differentiate themselves, especially during difficult times. And though the economy is most challenging, Schattdecor continues to produce new decors and stay on top of the latest trends.

Pöyry Management Consulting Report Forecasts Wood Panel Surfacing Market's Position

According to a report last month from Pöyry Management Consulting, London, the wood panel surfacing market represents a part of the consumer products sector responding to the need for sustainability at affordable prices.

Registration Open, Speakers Announced for Fall NexGen Educational Seminar

The fall NexGen, the second one this year, will take place October 5 through 7, 2010, in North Carolina. The three-day event is sponsored by Biesse America, C.R. Onsrud, Inc., Costa & Grissom Machinery, Delmac Machinery Group, Holzma U.S. and Stiles Machinery and includes the addition of an evening educational session and reception in each of the participating companies' major cities.

Results of the WoodLINKS USA-IWF RTA Contest 2010

Robert Stevenson to open the 10th anniversary Executive Briefing Conference

The tenth anniversary Executive Briefing Conference will be held March 4-6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina, adjacent to the Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Rolla Technical Institute now offers CNC machine training

Stiles Machinery is pleased to announce that Rolla Technical Institute (RTI) recently acquired a Weeke Vantech CNC router to provide their students...

Roseburg Partners with EPA’s SmartWay Transport Program

Roseburg Forest Products, based in Oregon, announces its acceptance as a shipper/transport partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership. This voluntary program between shippers and carriers functions to increase awareness and efficiency of energy usage as well as reduce the carbon footprint created by manufactures and their carrier partners.

Save the Date for NeoCon

SHOW HOURS: Monday, June 15 - Wednesday, June 17, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Schattdecor Celebrates 25 Years with Sights on the Future

In celebration of its 25 years of decor paper printing, Schattdecor recognizes Samerberg Beech, Bavaria Beech, Thansau Maple and Wallis Plum among its all-time best sellers. Bavaria Beech, the company's most-produced decor, launched in 1985, the same year Schattdecor was born.

Schattdecor Inc. Reports Successful Debut of City Collection at IWF Atlanta

For IWF this year designer Mark Smith developed a new color palette for wood grains, appropriately titled the City Collection, which will provide the Schattdecor team with fresh trend colors in wood grains for the next two years.

Schattdecor’s Coimbra Ash

For 2009 there are several continuing trends that are maintaining popularity in industries ranging from healthcare and hospitality to retail and closets. And Schattdecor is continuing to develop new decors in colors that work well in all of these markets.

School is in Session for Interprint Tech

IP Tech is a collegiate-type training program for Interprint customers and other industry participants. The program corresponds with the three major areas of Interprint's business: design, manufacturing and quality control.

School’s In at Uniboard Academy

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products, launched Uniboard Academy in June 2009, a training program for the company’s customers and distributors.

Sculptured MDF Panels Now Available Online from Architectural Systems, Inc.

Architectural Systems, Inc. (ASI) announced July 13 an e-commerce addition. Now, seven introductory material collections are available for purchase through the new e-commerce platform, ASI Online.

States Industries

States Industries LLC, the Eugene Oregon based manufacturer of hardwood panel products announced...

Stiles and Bürkle Join Forces

Stiles Machinery Inc., based in Grand Rapids, Mich., and Bürkle GmbH are pleased to announce today, December 16, 2010, that they will combine forces to offer manufacturing solutions for the woodworking industry.

Stiles Brings Solid Wood Equipment to Canadian Market

Solid wood equipment from Stiles Machinery Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich., is now available in Canada through Quebec-based CNC Automation. The companies will make a joint announcement at Bois-Etc (fka Technibois), April 28 and 29 in Quebec City.

Stiles Contest Offers Free CNC Router for a Year

Stiles Machinery launched the Weeke Vantech Video Contest on July 1, calling contestants to submit a creative video showing why they should win by September 10.

Stiles Demonstrates Rehau Laser Edgebanding, Secures First U.S. Order

Stiles Machinery Inc., in conjunction with REHAU, hosted live demonstrations October 19 20 featuring the Homag laserTec edge processing machine and REHAU LaserEdge™ adhesive-free laser edging technology.

Stiles Donates CNC Machine to East Kentwood High School

To support the advancement of local education, Stiles Machinery Inc. contributed a $40,000 Heian CNC router and support services to the East Kentwood High School to use in their engineering classes.

To support the advancement of local education, Stiles Machinery Inc. contributed a $40,000 Heian CNC router to the East Kentwood High School to use in their engineering classes. The gift also includes technical support and service.

Stiles Ed Releases New Course Catalog

Stiles Machinery Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich., announces publication of its 20th anniversary course catalog, which provides a complete course description for Stiles Education sessions.

Stiles Finishing Technologies Grand Opening a Success

Stiles Machinery is pleased to report on the success of their Grand Opening event featuring Stiles Finishing Technologies, held October 4-6 in High Point, North Carolina.

Stiles Machinery

Stiles Machinery Inc. is pleased to announce they have appointed Robert J. Kostelnik as Technical Manager for Stiles Finishing Technologies.

Stiles Machinery Accepting Registrations for Inaugural Tour of Technology in China

Stiles Machinery Inc. invites the visionaries of the woodworking industry to participate in the first Tour of Technology to China February 25 to March 6, 2011.

Stiles Machinery Introduces Finishing Program Initiative

Stiles Machinery Inc. announces a major finishing program initiative to create a new generation of technology to fit the ever-changing needs of its customers.

Stiles Machinery partners with Hilco Industrial LLC

Stiles Machinery Inc. is pleased for the opportunity to work in cooperation with Hilco Industrial...

Stiles Makes “Inc.” Magazine’s List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

For the third consecutive year, Stiles Machinery Inc. has earned a position on the 2009 Inc. 5000, Inc.’s annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

Stiles to exhibit at 2011 AWFS®Fair

Stiles Machinery announced its decision to exhibit at AWFS®Fair. “We have not participated in the major trade shows for the past two years, and we are excited to reunite with the industry in Las Vegas this summer," said Steve Waltman, vice president of Stiles.

Stiles to represent Makor and Venjakob

Stiles Machinery Inc. is pleased to announce that they now represent Makor SRL and Venjakob Maschinenbau GmbH for all non-wood related applications.

Stiles’ Tech Tour

European tour of technology benchmarks some of the world's most innovative manufacturers.

Store of the Year, Fixture of the Year and Visual Presentation of the Year Announced at A.R.E. Design Awards

The Association for Retail Environments (A.R.E.) celebrated the 38th anniversary of its awards presentation on Monday, March 23, during an awards ceremony in the Venetian Hotel. The presentation, held at the end of the first day of GlobalShop, presented 62 awards to 46 projects for the innovation and quality of their retail environment designs. During the evening, sixteen projects were awarded Grand Prizes onstage. In addition, the Store of the Year was awarded to department store Lane Crawford in Beijing, China. A.R.E. members Linea LLP, Yabu Pushelberg, Audio Visual Technnique Ltd. and Moss & Lam Inc. contributed to the project.

Students Were Put to the Test ... Now YOU Decide Which Designs Stand Out from the Rest!

NeoCon partnered with tvsdesign and Material ConneXion to launch a competition that would challenge students to create sustainable spaces for their college campuses.

Süddekor Continues to Enhance Efficiency and Innovation for 2011

Entering 2011, Süddekor LLC is focused on continued growth, introducing new efficiencies and product technologies that augment its single-source integrated service. “Experimental designs and new techniques are not only the future of Süddekor, but of the industry,” says Andreas Gottzmann, Süddekor’s president and CEO.

Süddekor Earns FSC Certification on Select Decor Paper Products

Süddekor LLC has recently earned certification from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), an international organization that promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable management of the world's forests.

Süddekor LLC Introduces a New Solid Color Line

Süddekor is pleased to announce the launch of a new Solid Color Line in August 2009.

Seven solid colors will be available in treated sheet form, offered in both 4 and 5 foot widths, with a minimum of 500 sheets per pallet. The line will be available to all customers and product will be accessible within a quick 7-day lead time.

Tafisa Canada and California Closets Enter Exclusive Supply Agreement

Tafisa Canada and California Closets entered into an exclusive supply agreement June 3, 2010, for the manufacturing and distribution of thermofused melamine panels for California Closets’ Lago collection for its Northeast Market Territory in the United States and Canada.

Tafisa Canada Announces New Marketing Manager

Tafisa Canada announces the appointment of Jean Saint-Pierre as Marketing Manager effective June 28, 2010. Saint-Pierre’s career includes experience in sales marketing, technical service and business consulting within and outside the composite wood panel industry.

Tangerine Tango

And the Pantone Color of the Year for 2012 is...Tangerine Tango. This hue combines the happiness of yellow, with the energy of red. It is optimistic, and uplifting, yet has style and class.

Technique & Technology

Vast improvements in design, print, treating and overlay technology have given laminates unique new looks. Süddekor's power of new technology and unsurpassed design expertise furthers the development of laminates.

The Solutions Alliance Forms to Assist Automation Goals

Dakota Automation, Eurosoft Incorporated, IMA America, Inc., Koch Machinery and Schelling America, Corp. have formed the "Solutions Alliance", with the goal of helping customers diagnose and address their automation goals and needs.

Thermopal Announces Improved Quality for High-Gloss Finish

Thermopal has produced a new high gloss quality for its entire design range. Thanks to the innovative technology of its new impregnation line plus intensive research into and development of the resin compositions, Thermopal has been able to increase its degree of gloss by an additional 20 gloss points

Third-Party Audit Marks Milestone for KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program

The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association’s (KCMA) Environmental Stewardship Program (ESP) recently earned approval from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification organization, Architectural Testing, In.

Tight Wood Supplies in China Create Opportunities for B.C. and Russian Exporters

B.C. and Russia are considered to be the two biggest winners as China’s ongoing demand for lumber imports continues to expand. A five-year outlook report estimates that China will need to double its lumber imports by 2015 to meet domestic demand.

Timber Products Company appoints Mike Clausen to lead Hardwood Plywood, International Sales

Timber Products Company, the environmental leader in hardwood plywood...

Uniboard Aligns Its Thermofused Melamine Production

Uniboard, a subsidiary of MDAX-listed Pfleiderer AG and a leading manufacturer of engineered wood products in North America, announced today the alignment of its thermofused melamine capacity to more efficiently serve its North American customers. This involves the progressive transfer of business and closure of its Fostoria plant, located in Fostoria, Ohio.

Uniboard Launches New Website

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products, launched its new website, www.uniboard.com, reinforcing its client-centric approach to business.

Uniboard Nu Green Receives Coveted F4star Certification

Uniboard is pleased to announce that NU GREEN® particleboard is now recognized to comply with the Japanese International Standards (JIS) A5905 2003 (also known as Super EO or F4Star).

Uniboard passes milestone with further strengthening of market position

Uniboard, a subsidiary of Pfleiderer AG, intends to further increase its sales of thermofused melamine panels in the future.

Uniboard's Moncure Plant Celebrates Official Launch

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products, celebrated the official launch of its Moncure MDF mill in North Carolina on October 28. In February 2010, Uniboard started operations at its Moncure MDF facility, becoming one of North America’s largest manufacturers of MDF and HDF products.

Uniboard's Mont-Laurier MDF CARB Phase 2 Certified

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products, is pleased to announce that the Composite Panel Association (CPA) certified its Mont-Laurier, Quebec, manufacturing facility to meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) Phase 2 emissions standards for the production of MDF panels.

Uniboard, California Closets Enter Into Exclusive Supply Agreement

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products has entered into an exclusive supply agreement with California Closets September 1, 2010, for the manufacture and distribution of thermofused melamine panels for California Closets’ Lago collection for the Southeast United States Market Territory, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.

Uniboard, Olon Partner to Unveil New Bistro Finish

Uniboard, a North American leader of manufactured engineered wood products, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Bistro finish, an exact match with Olon’s Natural Woodgrain Finish.

Uniboard’s Sayabec Mill Now CARB Phase 2 Certified

The Composite Panel Association certified Uniboard's Sayabec, Quebec, manufacturing facility as meeting California Air Resources Board (CARB) Phase 2 emissions standards. The announcement precedes the enforcement of the new standards, which take effect on January 1, 2011.

USDA Program Threatens US Composite Wood Supply

Last week it was reported that the US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) had approved $514.5 million in subsidies to support the Biomass Crop Assistance Program (BCAP).

Viola Park Opens West Hollywood Showroom

Innovative young company expands amidst housing downturn

Viola Park, a young company recently founded by the highly regarded kitchen system provider, Henrybuilt, has opened a showroom in Los Angeles. The space is directly across from the Pacific Design Center on Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood.

Wade Gregory Joins Flakeboard’s Sales Team

Gregory will serve as the sales manager for the Flakeboard's western region and assume responsibilities for new product development and customer service for Eugene MDF and Duraflake Particleboard manufacturing sites.

Washington Post Targets BCAP Subsidy; Biomass Power Association Commits to Supporting CPA Position

CPA and its members continue to press their position on the USDA_s Biomass Crop Assistance Program (BCAP), as reflected in the high profile story prompted by CPA_s efforts that appeared in the Sunday edition of the Washington Post, on January 10.

Weeke North America Incorporated in Michigan

Stiles Machinery Inc. is proud to announce that Weeke North America has been incorporated in the state of Michigan to manufacture an entry-level series of CNC routers.

What the "Carb Rule" Means for You

Products meeting the emission limits above (see chart) must also be certified by a CARB approved third party certification program unless they are approved Ultra Low Emission Formaldehyde (ULEF) or No Added Formaldehyde (NAF) products (see certification exemptions).

WIC 2009 – Cancellation

The leadership of the three sponsoring associations – WMIA, WMMA and AWFS – have made the difficult decision to cancel the 18th Annual Woodworking Industry Conference. Despite registrations by many members of all three associations, attendance did not reach a level that justified going forward with the Conference, whose costs are underwritten in part for the membership by the associations.

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow: Highlights of Interprint at IWF

In a statement to the press today, Peter Stasiowski, director of communications for Interprint USA, reported the company’s décor presentation and 25-year anniversary party at the IWF trade show in Atlanta last week was well received by customers and suppliers alike.

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