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Larry Adams is a Chicago-based writer and editor who writes about how things get done. A former wire service and community newspaper reporter, Larry is an award-winning writer with more than three decades of experience. In addition to writing about woodworking, he has covered science, metrology, metalworking, industrial design, quality control, imaging, Swiss and micromanufacturing . He was previously a Tabbie Award winner for his coverage of nano-based coatings technology for the automotive industry. Larry volunteers for the historic preservation group, the Kalo Foundation/Ianelli Studios, and the science-based group, Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST).
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Bellmont Cabinet Co. acquires Cabinets Northwest
Bellmont Cabinet Company has signed a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Cabinets Northwest Corporation, a manufacturer of multifamily kitchen and bath cabinetry in the Northwest.
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Larry Adams,
May 2, 2024 | 9:33 am CDT
TIMBER Group continues battle against illegal timber trafficking
Illegal timber harvesting drives transnational crimes that negatively impact U.S. markets and the global economy. It contributes to deforestation and climate change, and the proceeds from illegal timber products can fund organized crime, terrorism and drug trafficking.
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Larry Adams,
May 1, 2024 | 9:41 pm CDT
Legislators introduce bill to postpone saw safety rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bill has been introduced in Congress that would prevent a proposed Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) rule on saw safety claiming the rule would lead to a monopoly on table saws with finger-detection technology.
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Larry Adams,
May 1, 2024 | 9:41 pm CDT
C.R. Onsrud to show its 'coolness' at open house
C.R. Onsrud, a 2023 winner of the "Coolest Thing Made in NC" competition is hosting a Factory Demo Day on May 8, 2024, allowing manufacturers to see live demonstrations of CNC machines in action.
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Larry Adams,
May 1, 2024 | 12:07 pm CDT
Fabrizio Anzalone assumes leadership as head of SCM North America
Fabrizio Anzalone has been named head of SCM North America, effective May 6. In his role, he takes over the management of the United States, Canada, and Mexico subsidiaries of SCM.
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Larry Adams,
May 1, 2024 | 8:13 am CDT
1847 Cabinets sale undergoing sale confirmation
1847 Holdings LLC, a holding company specializing in identifying over-looked, deep value investment opportunities in middle market businesses, provided an update on the sale of 1847 Cabinets Inc.
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Larry Adams,
April 30, 2024 | 6:17 am CDT
Assets of ClosetMaid's Maryland factory on the auction block
The Online Auction Catalog that lists all of the assets from the former ClosetMaid's factory in Maryland has been released. The catalog is available to be viewed here.
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Larry Adams,
April 29, 2024 | 8:00 pm CDT
Construction firm acquires millwork company
Dunaway Brothers, a commercial contractor founded by Jeff and Dave Dunaway, has acquired Sandwich Millworks, which the company said solidifies its entry into the residential market as Sandwich Millworks, A Division of Dunaway Brothers.
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Larry Adams,
April 29, 2024 | 11:51 am CDT
Children's furniture maker to establish first South Carolina operation
Delta Children’s Products, a children’s furniture manufacturer, plans to invest $33.1 million in a manufacturing and distribution facility in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. The investment will create 123 new jobs.
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Larry Adams,
April 28, 2024 | 6:13 pm CDT