Leading tool manufacturer Hultafors has confirmed its sponsorship of the inaugural BTX Carpentry & Joinery Learner of the Year competition, reinforcing its commitment to skills development and supporting the next generation of tradespeople. The sponsorship comes at a time when the construction industry continues to face well-documented skills shortages, amid a landscape of ambitious national housing targets. The company’s involvement is focused on supporting learners at the e

The OVVO team will be in Orlando from 17–19 February for KBIS 2026. As one of North America’s leading kitchen and bath industry events, KBIS brings together manufacturers, designers and innovators from across the global market. OVVO will be on site to connect, share insights and explore opportunities around smarter, tool-free furniture assembly using its precision-engineered connectors. What to expect at KBIS At KBIS 2026, OVVO will be connecting with manufacturers, partners

Anthony Joyce, director and co-founder of Wolf Components, has been appointed chairman of the Manufacturing Guild Mark, one of the UK furnishing industry’s most respected marks of excellence. Anthony Joyce, Manufacturing Guild Mark chairman Wolf Components is a family-owned business based in South Yorkshire and a leading supplier of pocket springs to the UK bed industry. Founded in 2017 by Anthony Joyce alongside Stephen Baul and Rob Shuttleworth, the company has grown rapidl

Hexagon will demonstrate how UK kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms manufacturers can move seamlessly from design vision to manufacturing precision at kbb Birmingham 2026, which takes place from 1–4 March at the NEC, Birmingham On stand L62, Hexagon will showcase how CABINET VISION and ALPHACAM support a connected, production-ready workflow, taking cabinet designs from initial concept and configuration through to CNC-ready output without loss of intent or control. CABINET VISION

Independent lab testing has confirmed that the Lignum timber Side and Top Swing Casement Window delivers exceptional weather and security performance, placing it among the top-performing casement systems in the UK, across all materials Led by Owen Dare, Technical Director at TJN, Lignum – The Joinery Network’s timber window and door system – is subject to a continuous programme of development and testing, including new products, updates and enhancements. For all Secured by De

Cold, wet weather is part of the job in winter, so a reliable outer layer is essential. From lightweight, packable anoraks to heavyweight jackets built for tough conditions, Carhartt’s range of coats and jackets covers every base. The washed Duck Bartlett Jacket (103826) Montana Loose Fit Insulated Jacket If you’re looking for insulation without bulk, the Montana Loose Fit Insulated Jacket (107082) offers solid warmth with dependable weather protection. Available in Black or

Since its launch in 2013, FIT Show has evolved from a predominantly PVC-U and aluminium showcase into the UK’s most comprehensive meeting place for the fenestration, joinery and timber supply chain. That journey has mirrored the market’s own shift: a renewed appetite for sustainable, high-performance timber solutions, more specialist joinery content and a growing international presence. By 2025, FIT Show brought together 10,129 individual visitors and 5,325 companies over thr

As Teknos shows, paint costs represent a significant proportion of finishing budgets for joinery manufacturers and many businesses are actively looking for ways to improve efficiency without compromising finish quality or long-term performance One area that’s often overlooked is that of paint consumption during application. In practice, many manufacturers are applying more paint than is required – often without questioning it. Why over-application is more common than expected

As 2026 gets underway, few in the woodworking and joinery sector would describe the trading landscape as straightforward. Businesses are operating against a backdrop of subdued demand, tightening regulation, rising costs and sustained pressure on margins, as Helen Hewitt, British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Chief Executive discusses Within this, housebuilding remains sluggish, as do domestic repair, maintenance and improvement opportunities. However, within this cautious cli

TKC is one of the UK’s leading specialist suppliers of components and complete kitchens to the kitchen industry. Founded in 1989, the business employs over 150 staff and operates from two purpose-built premises in Denton, Manchester. The company is focused on ensuring the TKC name is synonymous with quality products, first-class service and excellent value for money. In response to growing demand for textured finishes, TKC recently invested in a new manufacturing cell dedicat

The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, is inviting furniture and furnishings professionals to attend Making Commercial Sense of Sustainability – a one-day industry event focused on turning environmental responsibility into commercial opportunity. Taking place on Thursday 19 March – from 11am-4pm – at Furniture Makers’ Hall in London, the event will bring together business leaders, sustainability experts, manuf

In narrow-aisle warehouses, multidirectional forklifts often operate with minimal safety clearances. Collisions with protruding loads therefore pose a constant safety risk. To effectively minimise this risk, HUBTEX has developed the patented Clear Aisle Assist – a laser-based sensor system that detects protruding loads at an early stage, alerts the driver and automatically reduces vehicle speed when required. Lines of sight in narrow aisles: The sensors monitor the rack syste

' Together, exploring a new era of woodworking innovation’ – this is t he concept behind the SCM Open House, which takes place at SCM Headquarters in Rimini from 12–14 March 2026 A wide range of world premieres will highlight the shift towards connected, flexible and sustainable production models. Driving the future of woodworking through the integration of advanced technologies, proactive services and digital innovation: this is the goal of the upcoming SCM Open House, which

Wes Kangurs, who joined estate cabinetry specialist Guild Anderson in January 2025, has been appointed as the company’s new Managing Director.  Guild Anderson’s  founder and outgoing MD, Nick Anderson, will now focus on creative output, becoming its first dedicated Creative Director. Wes Kangurs, Managing Director, Guild Anderson Wes joined Guild Anderson from David Salisbury, where he served as Managing Director for six years. Initially tasked with bringing stability to the

Knees take a constant battering on site, but Carhartt’s Steel Work Trousers are designed to protect them. Made from durable stretch ripstop fabric with Carhartt’s Rugged Flex™ technology, the Steel Work Trousers are built to be both tough and flexible, meeting the demands of daily trade work. Articulated knees make it easy to bend, squat and kneel, while reinforced high-wear areas ensure the trousers stand up to repeated use on tough surfaces. Each pair of Steel Work Trousers