The WOODWEB Update - #162 - 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: => Recent Additions to WOODWEB's Software Connection (Check out seven new programs) => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => 2006 FESTOOL Catalog Available (Just announced at WOODWEB's Industry News) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) => Woodworker's Directory (Create your free listing today) ================================================= => Recent Additions to WOODWEB's Software Connection From stair plans to automatic nesting, this new batch of programs covers a wide range of applications: MACH 3 - Converts a standard PC to a CNC controller. Stair Calculator - Free online program that calculates rise, run, stringer and volumes for stairs. Dovetail Template Generator - Free online program that generates a paper template for hand-cut dovetails. GizmoLab's Design Intuition - Woodworking CAD software for Windows or Mac operating systems. AutoCAD Trial Version - Full-featured CAD software. Astra R-Nesting - Automatic nesting of sheet materials. Cutlog - Sawmill optimization software. http://www.woodweb.com/Resources/RSSoftwareConnection.html ================================================= This issue of the WOODWEB Update is sponsored in part by ABAMEX: Woodworking Auction April 20. Featuring 1999 Shoda MaxTwin CNC Router plus other equipment, in Carlsbad (San Diego County) California. Live and webcast. Tel 800-841-3364. www.abamex.com ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights When a cabinetmaker-turned-finisher experiments with dye stains, he gets some unsatisfying results. Here, he is given advice on custom tinting with dye concentrates and powders. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Getting_Started_with_Dye_Stains.html Problems with slipping router bits? The info in this article may help you troubleshoot. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Troubleshooting_Slipping_Router_Bits.html Choosing a used CNC machine over a new one might seem like a big gamble... but the dollar savings can be significant. How do you decide? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Buying_SecondHand_CNC_Equipment.html Side-by-side cabinets can be built with separate or single face frames... Is there more to the choice than personal preference? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Continuous_Cabinets.html You've been asked to work exclusively for one client. Do the risks of putting all your eggs in one basket outweigh a steady supply of predictable jobs? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Working_Exclusively_for_One_Client.html Outsourcing cabinet components to CNC shops has become a viable option for some shops. Read on to learn how it's done. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Outsourcing_Cabinet_Boxes_to_CNC_Shops.html ================================================= 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. ================================================= => 2006 FESTOOL Catalog Available Festool, a German power tool manufacturer, has just released its 2006 Tools and Accessories catalog for the United States. The Festool catalog includes retail prices as well as benefit-oriented editorial on woodworking, solid surface fabrication, flooring and boating/marine. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl?read=458524 ================================================= => Hot Threads CNC in a one-man shop... is it a trouble-free alternative to employees, or too much machine for a young business? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?read=456012 This cabinetmaker is tweaking his cabinet construction process, switching from building boxes first to building face frames first. Some technical difficulties are discussed here, covering joints and scribes. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=457751 The fire marshal stops by, and all of a sudden, this shop's open-faced spray booths must be replaced. This discussion at the Finishing Forum centers on buying or building enclosed booths. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/finishing.pl?read=456589 A shop that handles hundreds of doors is looking to make improvements in its finishing setup. Join in if you have any tips on equipment or process that could speed along the spraying. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/finishing.pl?read=457774 ================================================= 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 ================================================= => Woodworker's Directory Are you one of the nearly 2300 professionals listed at the Woodworker's Directory? If not, what are you waiting for? The directory allows you to create a FREE web page for your cabinet shop, architectural millwork firm, wood finishing, boat building or wood products manufacturing company, and makes you eligible to receive FREE Request-for-Quotes. http://www.woodindustry.com/ ================================================= 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 Woodworker's Directory: http://www.woodindustry.com/ The WOODWEB Update is Copyright (c) WOODWEB, Inc. 2006 http://www.woodweb.com/ |