Technology

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the areas in which we operate and the processes in which we are involved. The strength of the partnership between Cefla and MIPU lies precisely in a common background of shared intents,…

Many professional woodworking companies spend significant capital on production machinery but don’t address dust collection issues. Proper dust collection has many advantages, well beyond the obvious health benefits. An inadequate dust…

Canadian Timberframes (CTF), a premier design manufacturer in the timber frame industry, recently announced that it had purchased Canada’s most equipped Hundegger K2 Industry 1300 machine. The largest and most advanced K2 industry to come…

This location will offer a fully operational demonstration showroom and a warehouse for machine inventory. The company is adding additional sales and service personnel to support their customer's prompt and reliable local service needs. 

The durability of the joint would be the primary consideration for case goods assembly. Speed of manufacturing and assembly is a close second. Finally, accuracy/tolerance are also essential to consider. There are several popular methods to…

“This type of treatment, which could be deposited via dipping, spraying, or pressure treatment, could make homes much safer,” says Kolibaba. “The coating could reduce flame spread and smoke production, which could limit damage and give…

Getting the most from your wide belt sander ensures optimum finishing results and efficient production flow. Poper grit sequencing has a profound effect on both processes. Failure to adhere to proper grit sequencing can lead to a great deal…

I often hear the same question from clients looking to buy new computers for their design and manufacturing software: what should I buy? Rather than point to a specific machine or brand, I find it useful to share the most important…

HOMAG Group AG and Karl Heesemann Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG have already worked together successfully for several years and in many markets. Now the two companies have agreed on even more extensive cooperation. HOMAG's goal is…

The dovetail joint’s strength is partly due to the tapered shape of the tenon and mortise, which, when assembled, makes it virtually impossible to take apart, especially when glued. The second reason for its strength is its larger gluing…

As the average family size shrinks and housing prices continue to rise due to increasingly limited housing in our densest urban areas, there is an undeniable cultural shift toward smaller, more flexible ways to live. New innovations in…

Weinig Holz-her Canada, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Weinig Group – the leading technology provider for the woodworking industry – is strengthening its sales network by acquiring long-time sales partner Machinerie C. Godin. 

To keep the global average temperature from rising by more than 1.5°C — the threshold identified by scientists the world over as the one we need to stay under to avoid climate disaster — we need to reduce our carbon and greenhouse gas…

When purchasing a straight-line ripsaw, several factors are considered to ensure you are getting a machine that fits your needs. You need to ask yourself: what will you do with the machine? Do you require a glue joint cut? If so, how long…

The skilled labour shortage we're all facing right now makes hiring challenging. This means that you might need to hire someone with the right soft skills and train them on the job for an open position. While a CNC machinist will have…

Cuisi-n-art, of Gatineau, Quebec, with an eye to the future, undertook a large construction project to double the size of their manufacturing facility and increase their production capacity. The centrepiece of their manufacturing plant…

Providing regular maintenance on your wide belt sander can help mitigate small problems from turning into larger ones. These issues can often cause a halt to production and lead to costly delays. Preventative maintenance should always start…

Researching CNC routers can be a daunting task for many. There is a wide range of models available, and it takes time to decipher all the differences. However, there are really two main areas where CNC routers differ: features and size when…