The WOODWEB Update - #166 - 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: => WOODWEB's Computer Awards (High school seniors receive PCs) => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => Featured Project of the Month (Custom-built alder staircase) => Updated Lumber Buying Guide (Current hardwood prices) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) => New ZPT Line Laser From Carter Products (More power for greater visibility) ================================================= => WOODWEB's Computer Awards Thanks to the WOODWEB Computer Award, two Montrose Area High School seniors recently received brand new PCs. This annual award was initiated by WOODWEB and the Montrose Area School District to put computers in the hands of students who would otherwise not be able to purchase a PC. This is the fifth year the award has been given. ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights The stubborn trouble of spottiness in sprayed toner keeps sticking around... Could gun choice be at the heart of the problem? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Gun_Choice_for_Spraying_Toner_Over_Sealer.html The calculations involved in creating dust collection systems are rather complex. Forum technical advisor Curt Corum sets a few things - regarding air velocity and duct size - straight. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Air_Velocities_and_Duct_Sizes_for_Main_and_Branch.html The first step in improving productivity? Setting some goals... http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Streamlining_HighVolume_Cabinet_Production.html When branching into in-house moulding production for cabinetry, this woodworker wonders if he should make a small modification to his router setup... or go with a whole new machine. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Limitations_of_a_Router_Table_for_Making_Mouldings.html It's pocket screws Vs. dowels in this discussion on face frame cabinet assembly. Pocket screws are racking up the most votes... Here's why: http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Advantages_of_Pocket_Screw_Construction.html After losing a job to a Certified Kitchen Designer, this cabinetmaker wonders... could CKD credentials be worth the training? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Credentials_and_Training_for_a_Kitchen_Designer.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. ================================================= => Featured Project of the Month The solid alder staircase in this listing at WOODWEB's Project Gallery was designed and built by Pacific Pine Products. See detailed images of the finished job at: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/gallery.pl?read=465662 ================================================= => Updated Lumber Buying Guide Visit the Lumber Buying Guide today for current prices on hardwood for the Western, Midwestern and Eastern distribution markets. http://www.woodweb.com/Resources/RSLumberBuyingGuide.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 ================================================= => Hot Threads A soon-to-be shop owner has developed a simple formula for estimating. Does this boiled-down equation really work, or are there unaccounted costs lurking in the background? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?read=466451 It's no surprise that an exacting process is necessary to pull off the precision of inset cabinets. Hinges, reveals and more are up for discussion here. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=466089 In the spirit of Lean manufacturing, this inquiring mind is confused by some seemingly contradictory principles. Why should increased work flow mean more wood waste? http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?read=465364 A little router artistry is called for here - the challenge is to perfect a grooved ornamentation on the base of a newel post. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/aw.pl?read=466374 ================================================= => New ZPT Line Laser From Carter Products The evolution of the line laser continues with the new ZPT Titan. Packing incredible power into a small package, the Titan projects an exceptionally sharp, intense line from 6.5' to 30' in length, depending on model. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl?read=466224 ================================================= 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/ |