Moving Up in Rough Mill Technology? Some Things to Consider Along the Way
What will new processing technology do for the rough mill? Solve problems? Dr. Fred Lamb has some thoughts on what it will and will not do for your plant.
It’s a Delicate Situation: Blanket Hauling Concerns
When the shipment is such that blanket hauling is the best option, be sure you know your carrier — and his drivers — well. Here are some considerations on selecting the right company to haul that production load when you want it wrapped all comfy and cozy in a blanket.
Back to Basics: Installation Tips Keeping the “Bounce” in Upholstery
Sometimes a review of basics is beneficial to even the most professional upholsterer. Here’s an instant primer to ensure proper spring-up. How’s your department doing?
Move to Just-in-Time Cuts Lead Time in Half for Borkholder
Are you losing customers because you can’t get product out the door fast enough? It happened to Borkholder American Vintage Furniture, but it solved the problem. Before you head for a financial crisis as Borkholder did, take a look at the solution it found.
Maintaining a Point of Reference: A four-Step Process for Custom Woodworkers
Don’t have the convenience of working from prototypes? This custom woodworker doesn’t either, but he has adapted a four-step process that gets the job done accurately anyway.
Configuring Moulders for Safety in the Plant
Are your moulder operators safety trained to operate that moulder? Here are some of the biggest concerns you should be aware of as your operators turn on those machines.
Legal: Your Corporation and Personal Liability
It’s a new year. Is your legal house in order? If yours is a closely held business, check this out. Small professional shops, in particular, often err when it comes to separating their personal incomes from those of the shop. Attorney R. Scott Tobin gives some wise advice on keeping it all separate.
Implementing a Successful Software Management System Requires Team Effort
Well, what doesn’t? But complete data from all departments is a commitment for successful production, including exact time scheduling, being material specific, keeping tabs on inventory, delivery scheduling and more. Some guidelines.
Just Pretty Colors? Choose Well or Just Call It Inventory
This year’s color trends will cross the spectrum says the Pantone Color Institute. And look at what we’ll be calling them: mood-driven names like H2O, Resonance, Gossamer, and more. So what are those colors consumers will buy? Read on.
A Solid Choice: Cabinet Shops are Adding Solid Surface to Their Product Lines
Looking for better profit margins? So was Michael Wilson-Smith. He found it in solid surface applications. Take a look at how he turned around his family business.
Haas Cabinets Eliminates Inventory, Tackles Smaller Orders
You gotta be flexible these days; consumers demand it. They want customized looks to their kitchens and baths. Here is how one company limbered-up to customer demand and became more profitable in the move.
It’s Slow Growth, But It’s Still Growth
It may be a modest growth pattern for industry this year, but yet, who really knows? Industry courageously glances into their crystal ball and says “even if it’s modest, hey, it’s still growth.” |
