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Karen
Koenig
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Karen M. Koenig has more than 30 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As editor of special publications under the Woodworking Network brand, including the Red Book Best Practices resource guide and website, Karen’s responsibilities include writing, editing and coordinating of editorial content. She is also a contributor to FDMC and other Woodworking Network online and print media owned by CCI Media. She can be reached at [email protected]
Composite panel industry safety & innovation awards announced
The Composite Panel Association presented its Annual Safety Awards, Safety Innovation Award and the inaugural Industry Innovation Award at the annual spring meeting.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 22, 2024 | 10:15 am CDT
Fellowes wins design awards
Large workplace solutions provider Fellowes has won GOOD DESIGN Awards for its Rising Loft Rail System and Rising Monitor Arms. The latter also received a 2024 iF Design Award in the Office category.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 16, 2024 | 2:58 pm CDT
Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40
Still time to nominate: Seeking wood industry standouts under 40
Nominations are open through May 13 for Woodworking Network’s 9th annual Wood Industry 40 Under 40, which celebrates the next generation of industry professionals who are making an impact on wood products manufacturing in North America.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 16, 2024 | 7:12 am CDT
Laminate flooring association publishes water performance white paper
A new white paper on "Laminate Flooring Water Performance" is now available from the North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA).
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 4, 2024 | 4:50 pm CDT
Technology reigns at Corona Millworks’ new facility
The cabinetry components manufacturer combines craftsmanship with CNC, including Industry 4.0 technology.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 4, 2024 | 12:46 pm CDT
Streak ends: Residential furniture orders drop in year-over-year comparison
New orders for residential furniture dipped 1% in January compared to 2023 figures, ending an eight-month streak of year-over-year growth, according to the latest issue of Furniture Insights. Approximately half of the participants reported increased orders in January compared to a year ago.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 3, 2024 | 5:40 pm CDT
FDMC 300: Large firms show overall growth
Combined sales for the FDMC 300 grew slightly, reaching $75.5 billion in 2023. The FDMC 300 ranks the largest North American wood products producers, based on sales.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 3, 2024 | 8:00 am CDT
Albany Industries announces strategic western U.S. expansion for upholstered furniture
The large residential furniture manufacturer opens a 354,000-square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Karen M. Koenig,
April 2, 2024 | 8:01 am CDT
More spent on home renovations despite activity dip: Houzz survey
The 2024 U.S. Houzz & Home Study found renovation spend jumped in the last three years as median spend increased 60%, to $24,000 in 2023. Gen Xers increase their activity while narrowly exceeding Baby Boomers in median spend.
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Karen M. Koenig,
March 28, 2024 | 3:28 pm CDT