Technology and Innovation

At IWF Atlanta 2026, automation extended from estimating and part tracking to material handling, equipment integration and production visibility.

At IWF Atlanta 2026, coating, dispensing and sanding suppliers focused on reducing variation in finishing, from faster-curing coatings and repeatable colour mixing to inspection lighting and robotic surface preparation.

Warm woods, matte finishes and tactile textures appeared repeatedly. At the same time, suppliers were investing in synchronized embossing, matching edgebanding, lightweight panel construction, simplified hardware and integrated lighting.…

In woodworking and millwork obtaining accurate measurement information is essential, as moisture content often determines material performance. If a device is not properly calibrated, the wrong correction factor is applied or measurements…

IWF 2026 runs August 25–28 at the Georgia World Congress Center and remains North America’s largest wood-products design and technology trade show. This year’s show also reaches further into automation, software, design, prefabrication and…

For many woodworking shops, there comes a point when manual production methods begin to limit growth. Lead times increase, labour becomes harder to find, and production bottlenecks start appearing throughout the shop. At that stage, many…

The first hour of the day at My Door Factory is not reserved for cutting, sanding or shipping doors; it starts with improvement work. Employees get time in the shop to fix what made yesterday harder than it needed to be. After, The group…

Technological maturity is not defined by how much software a business has purchased or how many digital tools it can list. It reflects how well technology supports the company’s strategy, day-to-day processes, and long-term goals.

It might just be the most important piece of equipment in the shop: it supports every department, it’s reliable with near-perfect uptime, it’s universally adopted and requires little-to-no training.

For many small and growing companies, innovation is essential to staying competitive. Whether it’s adopting new technology, entering a new market, or rethinking processes, forward-thinking investments often determine long-term success.…

People and organizations are increasingly seeking solutions that not only reduce negative environmental impacts but ensure positive contributions to the long-term health of people and the planet. Forest certification utilizes a set of…

At the 2025 Woodworking Machinery & Supply (WMS) Conference in Toronto, a new undercurrent ran through the software booths: artificial intelligence, not as abstract promise but as practical feature. Across design, production, and…

The 2025 Woodworking Machinery and Supply Conference provided a concentrated look at hardware technologies that can influence workflow, installation planning, and design flexibility for Canadian cabinet and millwork firms. Many exhibitors…

Called Superwood, the revolutionary product has up to 10 times the strength-to-weight ratio of steel and is six times lighter, according to the manufacturer. The material is engineered to withstand extreme weather, high humidity, fire, rot…

The Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference and Expo (WMS 2025) once again delivered a strong cross-section of machinery innovation for Canadian manufacturers. From safety-driven table saws to robotic sanding cells and specialized…

Delivering high-quality infrastructure on time and within budget is becoming increasingly challenging in Canada due to regulatory processes and permitting, skilled labour shortages and rising costs.

For many small woodworking companies, investing in a CNC machine marks a major turning point — a shift toward greater precision, consistency, and process optimization. Whether it's your first step into automation or a generational leap in…

This event stands out as a uniquely successful “open‑house hop,” where CWMDA members—each typically hosting their own open houses throughout the year—have synchronized their schedules to deliver a concentrated, multi-location showcase.…