The WOODWEB Update - #151 - 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: => Record Visitors at WOODWEB's Industry News; Auctions, Sales & Special Offers (Numbers are up for two more areas at WOODWEB) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) => Posts at Exchanges on the Rise (Over 50 posts a day) => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation Forum Technical Advisor (Curt Corum offers up his expertise) ================================================= => Record Visitors at WOODWEB's Industry News; Auctions, Sales & Special Offers Are you one of the 5000 visitors per month to WOODWEB's Industry News? If not, you're missing out on a whole lot of late-breaking business information. WOODWEB's Auctions, Sales and Special Offers is busier than ever, as well, with 3600 visitors a month. Regulars know this is the place to look for great deals. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/specialoffers.pl ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by Cincinnati Industrial Auctioneers: Pubic Auction - Evenflo Corp, Suring, Wisconsin on November 3rd. Featuring: (6) Various Molders, Planers, Belt, Edge & Drum Sanders, Saws, Optimaizer System, Wood Hog, Air Compressors, Mobile Equipment. Call CIA at 513-241-9701 or www.cia-auction.com. ================================================= => Hot Threads A young cabinetmaker has collected tools and experience in order to start up his own business. With plenty of knowledge and enthusiasm for the technical side of woodworking, he inquires about a business plan. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?read=430348 Corner cabinet construction comes in many styles... Here, professionals discuss their favorite methods. If you can provide a drawing or photo of your box, upload it at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=430645 One satisfied finisher has made an almost complete switch from oil-based to water-based products. The only thing preventing him from swearing off oil-based forever is lack of a good water-based glaze. If you have a recommendation, join in at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/finishing.pl?read=430706 This thread discusses the finer points of machining wood flooring, from possible problems with air drying stock to the proper sizing of the tongue and groove. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/swmf.pl?read=430390 ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by SCHMIDTINDUSTRIAL.COM: WWW.SCHMIDTINDUSTRIAL.COM now offers customers a ''no obligation'' user-friendly way to list machinery. Also available are NEW Rebuild Services for Glue Pots, Air Cylinder Assemblies, Indramat Drives, Gearboxes, Motors, Vacuum Pumps, Aggregates, Boring Blocks, Drilling Heads etc. ================================================= => Posts at Exchanges on the Rise Judging by the number of listings being posted at WOODWEB's Machinery, Jobs, Classifieds and Lumber Exchanges - over 50 listings a day - visitors are happy with the recent improvements we've made to these areas. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/exchanges/machinery.cgi http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/exchanges/jobs.cgi http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/exchanges/classifieds.cgi http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/exchanges/lumber.cgi ================================================= 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. ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights The advice in this article is directed at the owner of a brand new solar kiln. See a picture of the kiln and read what Professor Gene Wengert and others have to say about the drying process. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Running_a_Solar_Kiln.html Are you on the prowl for a CAD program that handles 3D rendering well? If so, check out this article, which includes recommendations and sample drawings from different programs. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/CAD_Programs_for_3D_Rendering.html Also on the 3D CAD front, this article covers running programs on a Mac computer. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/CAD_Apps_for_the_Mac_Platform.html When several large, MDF panels warp dramatically, is fault to be found in the finishing? Possibilities are explored here. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/MDF_Panel_Warpage.html Are there significant pitfalls to be aware of when searching for a used point-to-point machine? This piece provides guidance. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Buying_Used_PTP_Equipment.html This finisher would like to add some color to a floor as he refinishes, but hopes to take a shortcut. Is it possible to apply toning varnish to the surface, without sanding off the old coating? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Toning_While_Refinishing_a_Floor.html ================================================= 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 ================================================= => Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation Forum Technical Advisor 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. 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