Custom Shop
JC Solutions’ unorthodox entrance into woodworking stemmed from problems the company was experiencing with outside store fixture manufacturers. Extended lead times and minimum order requirements led the company to pursue its own store fixture production.

Finish Line
Educating yourself about viscosity and what the correct viscosity is for the material you are applying will help minimize a costly variable. Finishing expert Bruce Jackson gives you 10 ways to save your bottom line from vanishing.

Hot Gear
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Material Issues
Wary of a declining customer base due to overseas imports, Sanford, NC-based Tramway Veneers knew it was time to venture into new markets. Bringing new technology into its Sanford, NC-based plant has made that a reality.

Production Line
Assembly – it’s the last stage of the production line and one of the most important. Check out these products designed to help you obtain a smooth, sturdy and proper fit.

Proving Ground
With an attitude of building only a quality product, Steve Roark decided to try getting paid for what he loved doing – building cabinetry. That’s why he started Moorpark, CA-based Roark Woodworks, serving the area’s mid to high-end residential area markets.

Sanding Sense
As time goes on, the sanding application for a given specific machine often changes. Also if a machine is purchased used, how does the new owner know if a specific sander has the proper characteristics for his new application? Sanding expert Howard Grivna gives us the low-down.

Supply Side
A look at the latest adhesive products in the woodworking market.

Think Lean
Whether or not you are recovering from a hurricane, tsunami or fire, using the lean enterprise principles can guide you to achieving company performance well beyond that to which you are accustomed to in a more traditional command and control management system. Most importantly, the odds your business will survive dramatically increase, says lean manufacturing expert, Ken Rolfes.

Trends
Lightweight honeycomb panels are increasingly being used in the furniture, store fixture, flush door and panel production industries to name just a few. They are as strong and durable as solid parts and can weigh up to 70 percent less than other material.

Trends Extra
The Woodworking Machinery Industry Association (WMIA) announced its Innovator, Educator and Commitment to Excellence through Technology Awards on November 8th at its annual awards dinner honoring woodworking industry leaders held at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel.

Trends Wood Bits
The Woodworking Machinery Industry Association (WMIA) announced its Innovator, Educator and Commitment to Excellence through Technology Awards on November 8th at its annual awards dinner honoring woodworking industry leaders held at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel.

Words of Wisdom
Randall Publishing, publisher of Modern Woodworking, has new ownership along with a new name – Randall-Reilly Publishing Company. We here at Modern Woodworking are thrilled at the expanded opportunities for growth the new partnership has made possible, while at the same time affording the continuity that allows us to sustain our commitment to bringing you industry-leading editorial coverage.