FRIES, one of Germany’s leading wholesalers of wood and floor coverings and a family-owned company, has literally taken logistics at its Kiel headquarters to a new height. By installing a storage platform, the company can now fully utilise the hall’s ceiling height. Founded in 1959, FRIES is one of Germany's leading wholesalers of wood and flooring. With over 600 employees, it supports tradespeople in their sales to end customers The new installation created an additional 270

ACM manufactures machines which are designed to cut a wide range of materials, including timber, insulation materials, plastics, non-ferrous metals and much more. Customers purchasing any ACM machine can be assured of its constructional integrity. The performance of any bandsaw depends on the strength and rigidity of its frame and ACM employs the same robust construction method across the entire range – from the entry-level BS 440 to the largest models equipped with power fee

The wooden pallet industry continues to drive reuse across UK supply chains, according to the latest annual market figures. TIMCON report highlights resilient reuse & rising production in pallet market The 2024 UK Wood Pallets & Packaging Market report – an independent study jointly commissioned by the Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) and the Forestry Commission – shows that pallet reuse remains on an upward trajectory. The findings were presented to delegates

Nestled in the scenic town of Ennis, County Clare, Western Joinery has long been a respected name in bespoke joinery and door manufacturing Having set out to dramatically increase the company’s fire doorset production, company directors Dave Burke and Paudie O’Callaghan quickly realised that their existing setup – based on standard pod and rail CNC machines – couldn’t deliver the required throughput or efficiency. So, the logical step was to start looking at viable solutions

Mirka Ltd recently acquired all bonded conventional abrasive wheel assets of Hermes Schleifmittel GmbH, a leading manufacturer in the abrasives sector.   This strategic acquisition strengthens Mirka’s position in the precision grinding market, expanding its offering of high-performance solutions designed for industrial customers.    With the integration of Hermes’ bonded abrasive wheel expertise, Mirka is preparing to launch a new range of bonded abrasive wheels, which are de

Based in Hatfield, XCUTS is redefining what fast service means in the panel processing industry. Offering cutting, edging, CNC milling, spray painting and high-quality board supply, the company has fine-tuned its processes to deliver remarkable turnaround times of just 24-48 hours.   For bespoke carpenters, interior designers, builders and DIYers, this speed of delivery makes all the difference. In the early days, however, such lead times were only an ambition. To make them a

Matthew Chilton, Senior Product Manager at Makita, discusses cordless routers and Makita’s RP001G 40VMax XGT 1/2in brushless plunge model   Requiring high power output and long-lasting batteries, 1/2in collet-compatible cordless routers are still a relatively new option for woodworking professionals. However, thanks to recent advancements in cordless technology, more tool manufacturers – such as Makita, for example – have started to offer these power-hungry, must-have machine

David Ward, Woodworking Manager at BPI, explores how pre-owned machinery boosts sustainability, efficiency and resilience in UK woodworking David Ward, Woodworking Manager at BPI The woodworking sector in the UK is evolving rapidly. Sustainability, efficiency and adaptability are now as critical as craftsmanship. Timber has returned to prominence as the low-carbon material of choice, but the way in which workshops operate is under equal scrutiny. One of the most overlooked as

By combining the three products in West Fraser’s CaberFix floor fixing range, projects can achieve the highest standards of application and longevity, while ensuring a simple and safe on-site experience   Each product in the range is fully BBA-approved, guaranteeing up to 60 days of weather and on-site construction exposure when used with CaberDek. The CaberFix range has been specifically developed for use with West Fraser’s flooring products:   •  CaberFix D4  – a solvent-fr

MILWAUKEE® continues to innovate in the compact drilling and driving class with the introduction of its new M12™ compact brushless percussion drill, M12™ compact brushless drill driver and M12™ compact brushless impact driver   With significant size reductions, professionals gain leading portable productivity on the job. The new M12™ compact brushless percussion drill, drill driver and impact driver are designed to deliver top performance for the service trades, especially ca

West Fraser’s CaberFloor range is trusted by leading housebuilders and specifiers nationwide for delivering high-quality flooring finishes that prevent issues such as noise or imbalance, helping to reduce costs further down the line.   CaberFloor P5 is the UK’s most specified moisture-resistant P5 flooring board. This super-strong particleboard is ideal for domestic and most commercial flooring applications, removing the need for intermediate noggins. The boards are moisture-

The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) has announced the return of the Roofscape Design Awards 2026, celebrating the very best in trussed rafter design across the UK construction industry.   Launching earlier than in previous years, the awards recognise excellence, innovation and technical skill in the use of trussed rafters, showcasing the designers, engineers and teams who bring complex roof structures to life.   From major housing developments and creative refurbishments to

At these upcoming ‘Batch One Days’ , the spotlight will be on the future of flexible panel and door production. Live demonstrations of high-tech edgebanding cells and insights into the industry’s emerging trends will take place on 27–28 November at the company’s Thiene (VI) premises   Following the success of the 2024 editions – which showcased flexible industrial edgebanding solutions adopted by leading global customers – SCM returns with a new event entirely dedicated to ‘b

Precision sanding is a crucial step in woodworking and furniture manufacturing, ensuring flawless finishes that meet the highest quality standards.   To provide customers with best-in-class solutions, HOMAG and Heesemann have formed a strategic partnership, combining their expertise to deliver a comprehensive range of sanding machines for businesses of all sizes.    The MFA Impression can be optimally configured for a wide range of applications, as a standalone machine or int

Makita has launched an exciting new redemption promotion on selected power tools. Between 1 October and 31 December 2025, customers can...