The WOODWEB Update - #116 - To un-subscribe, or to change your address, follow the instructions at the end of this message. WOODWEB, The Information Resource for the Woodworking Industry, is FREE to all users. Thousands of Knowledge Base Articles, Product Directory, Machinery Exchange, Lumber Exchange, Job Opportunities ... No registration required. www.woodweb.com ================================================= In this issue: => Sawing and Drying Directory (Create your free listing today) => Industry News (Attendance High at New England Expo) => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => Edgebanding Products Available Now (New category at Product Directory) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) => Woodworkers Directory (Receive free Request for Quotes) => Industry Sales and Special Offers (Special prices on tooling) => Machinery Finder Reminder (Locate equipment in this extensive database) ================================================= => Sawing and Drying Directory There is a brand new Sawing and Drying Directory at WOODWEB. Designed to help customers connect with local Sawyers, Kiln Dryers, and Lumber Graders, this database is growing every day. Because listings are organized by state and zip code, visitors can quickly locate companies in a specific region. It's easy to create your FREE listing at the Directory - just visit: http://www.woodweb.com/Resources/RSSDG.html ================================================= => Industry News The New England Expo, which took place April 23 and 24, exceeded expectations of exhibitors and guests. Strong attendance bodes well for woodworkers and the economy. To learn details, read on at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl?read=341220 ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB update is sponsored in part by: UWMO Inc. (Used Woodworking Machinery Online) www.uwmo.com - UWMO-AUCTIONS for online auctions/liquidations, asset recovery, remarketing, etc. www.uwmoauctions.com - UWMO-NEWS for the latest world news, industry news, etc. www.uwmonews.com - MLS MACHINERY for a complete online catalog of used machinery, etc. www.mlsmachinery.com ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights As this cabinetmaking business converts to 32mm construction, the question of shop drawing measurements arises. Should future submittals be done in metric? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Shop_Drawing_Submittals_in_Metric.html This installer always copes 90 degree crown inside corners, and wonders if corners in octagonal rooms should be coped, as well. In this article, you'll find details on making accurate, efficient cuts, and photos of finished work. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Coped_Crown_Installation.html A soon-to-be business owner will be hiring an employee, and wonders how much he can do without when it comes to liability insurance, worker's comp, and other employee expenses. Just what are the consequences for stepping over the edge of legality, and is it worth the risk? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/New_Business_Liability_Insurance.html This article is all about attaching drawer fronts - quickly. Get tips on simplifying your system to make the process as streamlined as possible. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Attaching_Drawer_Fronts_Efficiently.html Is there a ''best way'' to construct flat panel, Mission-style cabinet doors? Methods and construction materials are covered here: http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Flat_Panel_Cabinet_Doors.html Professor Gene Wengert - the very knowledgeable Wood Doctor - has been active at WOODWEB since its launch 10 years ago, placing a priority on education for woodworkers. Gene has contributed to hundreds of our Knowledge Base entries, and answers questions daily at our Sawing and Drying Forum. Hats off to one of the most knowledgeable experts in his field. Our collection of Wood Doctor articles can be viewed at: http://www.woodweb.com/KnowledgeBase/WDKBWoodDoctor.html ================================================= => Edgebanding Products Available Now An Edgebanding category has just been added to WOODWEB's Product Directory. Visit the vendors listed there: http://www.woodweb.com/ProductDirectory/PDVeneerEdgebanding.html ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by WoodBids.com: Come see WoodBids.com, the premiere auction based website for woodworking machinery. Designed specifically for ease of use for both buyer and seller. Check us out today! WWW.WOODBIDS.COM - provided by Schmidt Industrial Services, Inc. ================================================= => Hot Threads In developing a sound plan for the first year of business, the owner of this startup company wants to estimate his expected initial loss. Is there a way to determine the amount of capital he will need, and present the numbers to the bank in a good light? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?read=340248 Do you build your toekicks separate from base units? If so, an inquiring mind at the Cabinetmaking Forum wants to hear from you. He's interested in learning the details of your preferred method of construction. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=340787 If you're a creative thinker who enjoys a unique jobsite challenge, this puzzle is for you. The puzzle pieces include a one-way mirror, a painting which is raised and lowered by remote control, and a hidden TV set... Can you put them all together to create a picture that will please this client? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/install.pl?read=338757 This thread starts out with the question: ''Am I a bad installer?'' The questioner handles cabinetry that ranges widely in levels of quality, and wonders if a certain shimming shortcut he likes to take should really be applied to all his jobs. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/install.pl?read=338607 ================================================= => Woodworkers Directory Are you a professional woodworker? Have you created a free web page for your company at the Woodworkers Directory? If not, now's the time. This searchable database includes over 2000 woodworking professionals, including cabinet shops, architectural millwork firms, and wood finishing, boatbuilding and wood products manufacturing companies. The Woodworkers Directory serves as a link between customers seeking someone to complete their project, and professionals qualified to take on the job. Your free listing at the Directory will be available to all our visitors, and you'll be eligible to receive free Request For Quotes. http://www.woodindustry.com ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by Accurate Technology: Check out Accurate Technology Commercial ON LINE sales at http://www.proscale.com/sale.htm, and Clearance/Close-Out specials at http://www.proscale.com/clearance/clearance.htm on ProScale Digital measuring system products. Exciting new Consumer products can be found at www.digi-kit.com. ================================================= => Industry Sales and Special Offers ASAP has announced a sale on knife steel and gangrip sawblades. Learn more: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/specialoffers.pl?read=341361 ================================================= => Machinery Finder Reminder If you aren't already making use of our easy-to-use Machinery Finder, don't forget to give it a try. There are thousands of individual machine listings in the database now, each one containing detailed pre-purchase information and often accompanied by one or more photos. Browse nearly eighty categories of equipment, or search the entire database by machinery type, manufacturer, location, and description. Users may also submit Requests for Quote (RFQs) that will be sent to machine dealers worldwide. Check out the Machinery Finder at: http://www.woodweb.com/Resources/RSMachineryFinder.html ================================================= Find out how to promote your company on the Web. If you're a supplier to the wood industry, visit WOODWEB's Media Kit: http://www.woodweb.com/MediaKit/MKindex.html If you're a woodworking professional, visit the Woodworkers Directory: http://www.woodindustry.com/ The WOODWEB Update is Copyright (c) WOODWEB, Inc. 2004 http://www.woodweb.com/ |