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2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Announces General Session Speakers
Justin Forsett, Meridith Elliott Powell and Grace Schatz will headline the 2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention in Dallas with sessions on leadership, uncertainty and the 2027 economic outlook.
2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Announces General Session Speakers
Justin Forsett, Meridith Elliott Powell and Grace Schatz will headline the 2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention in Dallas with sessions on leadership, uncertainty and the 2027 economic outlook.
EGGER to Acquire 30 Percent Stake in Chinese Edge Banding Manufacturer Sinowolf
The investment will pair EGGER’s wood-based materials and décor expertise with Sinowolf’s edge banding manufacturing, digital printing and laser-edge capabilities to support international growth.
Union Tool Announces Leadership Transition as Chuck Simpson Retires
Chas and Nick Simpson are assuming greater ownership responsibilities at Union Tool as the Indiana machinery manufacturer enters its fourth generation of family leadership.
Con-Vey Named a 2026 Top Workplace in Oregon and Southwest Washington
Roseburg-based industrial automation and material handling systems provider Con-Vey earned 2026 Top Workplace honors from The Oregonian, following a separate Top Workplace for Engineering recognition earlier this year.
2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Announces General Session Speakers
Justin Forsett, Meridith Elliott Powell and Grace Schatz will headline the 2026 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention in Dallas with sessions on leadership, uncertainty and the 2027 economic outlook.
WVH Opens Virginia Distribution Center to Expand East Coast Fulfillment
The new 108,000-square-foot Chester, Virginia, facility will handle WVH orders east of the Mississippi, improving access to wood veneers, decorative panels and other surface materials across key East Coast markets.
Arclin Expands Firepoint Distribution as Sustainability Efforts Grow
Arclin is expanding availability of its Firepoint fire-resistant structural sheathing in California through Capital Lumber while advancing broader sustainability initiatives tied to resilient construction, responsible sourcing and the UN Global Compact.
NLBMDA Urges Trade Stability Amid Canadian Building Material Tariffs
New U.S. tariffs on Canadian plywood, MDF, particleboard, laminated wood and other construction products are raising concerns over material costs, availability, lead times and North American supply chains.
EGGER to Acquire 30 Percent Stake in Chinese Edge Banding Manufacturer Sinowolf
The investment will pair EGGER’s wood-based materials and décor expertise with Sinowolf’s edge banding manufacturing, digital printing and laser-edge capabilities to support international growth.
NLBMDA Urges Trade Stability Amid Canadian Building Material Tariffs
New U.S. tariffs on Canadian plywood, MDF, particleboard, laminated wood and other construction products are raising concerns over material costs, availability, lead times and North American supply chains.
Metsä Fibre Considers Temporary Layoffs as Pulp Market Remains Challenging
Metsä Fibre is considering temporary layoffs at its Joutseno pulp mill in Finland as weak pulp demand and wood market conditions continue to pressure production, providing another indicator of challenging conditions across the European forest-products sector.
Ontario Funding Advances Potential Restart of Espanola Pulp Mill
Ontario is investing $5.1 million in engineering for a potential restart of the Espanola pulp mill. The proposed project could restore a major outlet for regional wood fiber while producing NBSK pulp and specialty papers as the first phase of a broader bioproduct hub.
High Point Market Authority Names 2026 Diversity Advocacy Alliance Award Honorees
Crystorama, Nikki Watson and Ebony Staten will be recognized during High Point Market for leadership in inclusivity, mentorship and social responsibility across the home furnishings and interior design industry.
MasterBrand: Warmer Wood Finishes Gain Ground in 2027 Kitchen Design
MasterBrand’s 2027 kitchen trends report points to a resurgence in wood finishes, with medium stains reaching the top tier for the first time in 15 years as designers embrace warmer tones, visible grain, texture and nature-inspired color.
High Point Market Sets Fall Programming at The Point
High Point Market has announced its Fall 2026 programming at The Point, with sessions exploring AI, textile and furnishings trends, performance materials, business strategies and the colors and styles expected to shape residential interiors.
IWF 2026 Puts Automation, Innovation and the Future of Wood Manufacturing on Display
IWF 2026 brought more than 900 exhibitors and thousands of woodworking professionals to Atlanta, where automation, smart manufacturing, panel processing, finishing and mass timber offered a look at where the industry is headed next.
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IWF 2026 Puts Automation, Innovation and the Future of Wood Manufacturing on Display
IWF 2026 brought more than 900 exhibitors and thousands of woodworking professionals to Atlanta, where automation, smart manufacturing, panel processing, finishing and mass timber offered a look at where the industry is headed next.
High Point Market Names Fall 2026 Design Influencers Tour Team
High Point Market has named six design professionals to its Fall 2026 Design Influencers Tour, which will take participants through furniture, decor and kitchen and bath showrooms Oct. 18-19 to identify products and trends shaping residential interiors.
Seven Innovations Earn IWF 2026 Challengers Awards
Seven technologies have earned 2026 IWF Challengers Distinguished Achievement Awards, recognizing advances in woodworking machinery, automation, sanding, finishing, gluing and panel processing from a field of 84 entries.
526 MEDIA GROUP ACQUIRES ARCHITECT, JLC
526 Media Group, publisher of Surface & Panel, has acquired ARCHITECT, Journal of Light Construction and additional Zonda media brands, expanding S&P’s connection to a broader professional audience spanning architecture, design, construction and building materials.