The WOODWEB Update - #126 - 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 ... www.woodweb.com ================================================= In this issue: => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => Industry Sales and Special Offers (Tooling sales for October) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) => Industry News (Specialtytools.com offers hurricane relief) => Technical Advisor for Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation Forum (Curt Corum offers up his expertise) ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights Here's Part 2 of ''Strange Stories From the Sawmill,'' where WOODWEB forum participants share tales of the weirdest (and most destructive) things they've encountered with a bandmill blade... http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Strange_Stories_From_the_Sawmill.html The original ''Strange Stories'' is an oldie but goodie in our archives: http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Strange_stories_from_the_sawmill.html Face frames are causing a traffic jam in this shop, which recently rethought and revised all its other processes, with an eye toward efficiency. Here are some ideas on making this type of cabinet construction run a little smoother... http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Face_Frame_Efficiency.html Are these on-site finishers really asking for it? ''Playing with fire'' and ''flirting with disaster'' are two phrases used to describe their approach... Advice is offered on how to play things a little safer when finishing on-site. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Dangers_of_OnSite_Finishing.html Want an easy tip on how to simplify the business aspects of your sawmilling? Download or print out this ''Custom Cutting Tally Sheet and Contract'' from Wood-Mizer. You'll find a straightforward system for keeping track of the lumber you mill, and an easy-to-understand sample agreement which spells out the deal you arrange with your customer. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/WoodMizer_Custom_Cutting_Tally_Sheet.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. ================================================= => Industry Sales and Special Offers Integra Tooling announces sales through October 30th, 2004, while supplies last. Spiral ‘O’ Flute tools for super smooth cuts, CNC toolholders, collets, and more. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/specialoffers.pl?read=364952 ================================================= 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. ================================================= => Hot Threads What could be causing this melamine to chip? The board, the blade... or something else? To read the question and help find the answer, visit: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cnc.pl?read=362833 As this small custom cabinetry shop ventures into the realm of kitchen construction, some questions arise. Just how much responsibility falls on the builder? When it comes to plumbing and electrical work, is it best to stay involved, or steer clear? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=363839 What's the big stink about at the Finishing Forum? ''Deodorant Fisheyes'' is the name of this thread. When an employee switched antiperspirants, flaws began appearing in his finish. Read more about the offending underarms at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/finishing.pl?read=364154 When installing an office desk, the decision must often be made whether to cut the carpet or leave it as-is. Tired of sweeping this problem under the rug? Discuss how to handle the issue with other pros... http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/install.pl?read=364127 ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by C.R. Onsrud, Inc.: Manufacturer of CNC routers, inverted routers, and routing accessories Web highlights: * Video Demos Online * Machine Specifications * 24 Hour Parts and Service * User Testimonials www.cronsrud.com ================================================= => Industry News Was your business hurt by the hurricanes? Specialtytools.com would like to help get you back up and running by offering replacement tools and supplies at near cost prices on any items they can. Learn the details here: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl?read=364946 ================================================= => Technical Advisor for Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation Forum Curt Corum is the technical sales manager for Air Handling Systems. He has delivered problem-solving solutions to small shops as well as major corporations. Curt served as technical advisor for the installation of dust collection systems for both ''The New Yankee Workshop'' television show hosted by Norm Abrams, and ''This Old House'' television show hosted by Steve Thomas. Curt has authored, co-authored and served as technical advisor for articles published in Fine Woodworking, Wood & Wood Products, CWB, Woodshop News, FDM, and Cabinetmaker. Visit the Dust Collection Forum at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/dust.pl ================================================= 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/ |