As most manufacturers will agree, the hallmarks of great packaging for furniture components are flexibility, precision and, of course, protection HOMAG’s PAQTEQ series embodies all three of these characteristics, combining intelligent automation with customisable performance to ensure every product – from a single panel to a complete furniture element – is packaged safely, securely and sustainably. The PAQTEQ range can be seamlessly integrated into wider production and logist

For over 100 years, Cambridge-based Wedd Joinery has been creating bespoke, specialist joinery of the highest quality. Established in 1925 and still proudly family-owned, the company combines centuries of craftsmanship with continual investment in technology and people With a 35,000sq.ft workshop and a team backed by more than 500 years of combined experience, Wedd Joinery delivers complex, high-end projects entirely in-house – from design through to manufacture and finishing

Across the woodworking industry, margins are tightening in ways few workshop owners could have predicted even five years ago, as David Ward, Woodworking Manager at BPI shows David Ward, Woodworking Manager at BPI As such, material skills continue to fluctuate, skilled labour is increasingly difficult to secure and customers expect faster turnaround without any corresponding increase in budget. This has created a climate where simply being busy is no longer enough. Woodworking

When you sell external doorsets or windows, customers may ask whether they meet BS 6375-1, but what does that actually involve? Here, BWF Technical Director Kevin Underwood explains what the standard covers and the tests required for compliance. BS 6375-1, Performance of windows and doors – Classification for weathertightness and guidance on selection and specification, defines the exposure categories and associated test pressure levels for air permeability, watertightness an

BWF Technical Director Kevin Underwood reveals why urgent action on stair design and safety could prevent hundreds of serious injuries each year BWF Technical Director, Kevin Underwood New research conducted by the BWF shows that stair accidents are common, with many people slipping or falling at home. While younger adults recorded the highest number of accidents, older people experienced the most serious – and sometimes fatal – injuries. In this article, I’ll highlight evide

Fire doors play a vital role in building safety, but compliance with regulations can often appear overly complicated. Here, BWF Technical Director Kevin Underwood explores the requirements of the Building Regulations 2010, highlighting responsibilities, evidence standards and the importance of accurate, relevant product certification In discussions about compliance, a recurring issue is the complexity of information provided by manufacturers or installers in support of fire d

Premier Forest Products has completed the acquisition of Arnold Laver’s Hull operation, further strengthening its timber distribution, manufacturing and logistics capability across the north and north-east of England. The Hull acquisition builds on Premier Forest’s recent purchases of Arnold Laver sites in Manchester and Reading, which were formerly part of National Timber Group UK and entered administration in November. Aerial view of the Hull operation  The purchase safegua

Premier Forest Products has acquired engineered timber specialist National Timber Systems (NTS), strengthening and enhancing its timber engineering capability and solutions across the UK. National Timber Systems was previously part of National Timber Group UK, which entered administration in late November. The business has been acquired from the administrators, securing continuity for NTS’s operations, customers and manufacturing footprint. The acquisition safeguards 160 jobs

Carhartt’s Storm Defender™ range is built for tradespeople who face the worst of the weather head on. The technology pairs a tough, rain-resistant exterior with a breathable membrane that lets sweat escape, helping wearers stay dry, protected and able to focus on the job. As the winter weather sets in, the Carhartt Monterey Jacket is a great addition to a workwear wardrobe. Incorporating Storm Defender™ technology, it has a lightweight, fully seam-sealed design to block wind

Global materials handling leader Combilift has marked a major manufacturing milestone by transforming its 100,000th forklift into a powerful force for good, raising and donating €100,000 to the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to support children in crisis worldwide. Winner of the 100,000th forklift at Combilift's HQ To celebrate the production of its 100,000th forklift, Combilift launched its largest-ever global competition, offering the exclus

The new year is an ideal time to replace or upgrade tools that shape day-to-day carpentry work. Darren Binns at Jefferson Tools highlights five essentials for 2026 that deliver accuracy and consistency in the workshop and on site Power tools often get the spotlight, but layout and shaping tools influence the final result just as much. Clean joints, consistent angles and accurate lengths don’t happen by chance, they rely on tools that hold their settings, provide clear referen

Premier Forest Products, one of the UK’s leading timber companies, has acquired two Arnold Laver locations from the administrators of National Timber Group England. The move secures 36 jobs across the two sites, with plans to increase that number to more than 100 as the branches are rebuilt and re-staffed, ensuring continuity for customers and suppliers. Aerial view of the Reading branch The acquisition of the Manchester and Reading operations represents a strategic investmen

By Roly Ward, Head of Business Development, MEDITE SMARTPLY Heritage and visitor-attraction signage must perform in some of the toughest conditions imaginable. It stands in full sun, wind and rain, year after year, while still needing to hold a perfect edge, a clean line and a finish that looks as fresh as the day it was installed. When signs fail, the problem is rarely surface-deep; it starts much earlier, when the substrate begins to move as the weather shifts. That challen

2025 brought significant product and service progress for MACO Group. The company is now looking ahead to 2026 and its presence at  Fensterbau Frontale  in Nuremberg, Germany MACO Multi Matic  i.S.  Spigot IQ 2025 was marked by major developments at MACO that noticeably improve installation, ease of use and digital processes. Within the MACO Multi Matic IQ hardware system, the new i.S. Cam IQ self-adjusting system ensures permanently precise locking without the need for rewor

The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, is delighted to announce that its third annual Online Christmas Charity Auction, held from 1–12 December 2025, successfully raised £9,515. The online event, which aimed to raise £10,000, featured more than 25 generously donated lots from companies and individuals throughout the furnishing sector. Bidders competed enthusiastically for a broad selection of coveted items and