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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).
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. -- A total of 112 exhibitors are showing their wares at the Schaumburg Convention Center during the Closets Conference & Expo 2024, co-located with Wood Pro Expo Illinois, scheduled for April 17-19. The number of vendors on the expo floor, which is officially sold out, represents a more than 25% increase from the 2023 event.
Industry leader James Scarlett dies in plane crash
The owner of Scarlett Machinery was returning from an industry event when the accident occurred. Details on the crash are still pending.
By
Larry Adams,
April 14, 2024 | 4:48 pm CDT
B.C. invests $9.5 million in truss company, and $70.3 million overall to support forest sector
The Province is partnering with forestry manufacturers to build a strong forest-products sector and support good jobs in B.C. through significant capital expansion in their operations.
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Larry Adams,
April 14, 2024 | 11:43 am CDT
Jeld-Wen to shutter two manufacturing facilities
Jeld-Wen Holding is closing its Vista, California, and Hawkins, Wisconsin, manufacturing facilities. An estimated 450 workers will be affected by the closures.
By
Larry Adams,
April 13, 2024 | 3:05 pm CDT
OSB plant to get $30 million upgrade
Martco, LLC, parent company for timber sourcing and manufacturing company RoyOMartin, announced it will invest more than $30 million to install technologically advanced production equipment at its Allen Parish plant that produces oriented strand board (OSB) for the housing industry.
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Larry Adams,
April 13, 2024 | 10:43 am CDT
Eden Prairie woman pleads guilty to embezzlement charges
For seven years, Monica Svobodny enjoyed many perks such as designer clothing, spa services, and luxury hotel stays. All on her company's dime. But now, the gavel has fallen.
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Larry Adams,
April 12, 2024 | 12:16 pm CDT
Closet plant shuttered, assets to be auctioned
ClosetMaid's Maryland factory has closed down and production moved offshore. Its assets are now available for purchase at auction.
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Larry Adams,
April 12, 2024 | 10:39 am CDT
Century strengthens presence in New England and Mid-Atlantic
Century Components has named Douglas Perkins, owner of Fortitude Sales Agency, as a representative.
By
Larry Adams,
April 11, 2024 | 9:27 pm CDT
Registration opens for 2024 WCMA regional plant tour event
LINDSTROM, Minn. — Registration is now open for the Wood Component Manufacturers Association’s (WCMA’s) 2024 Regional Plant Tour Event. The WCMA event that will be held June 3-4 in Auburn, Maine. The event includes tours of five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and allows attendees to see advanced machinery in action and network with others in the industry.
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Larry Adams,
April 11, 2024 | 8:38 pm CDT
Canfor closing one facility and adding second shift at second facility
Canfor Corporation plans to optimize its footprint in southern Alabama by permanently closing its Jackson facility and expanding production at its Fulton facility
with a second shift.
By
Larry Adams,
April 11, 2024 | 10:57 am CDT