The WOODWEB Update - #179 - To un-subscribe, change your address, or contact WOODWEB, follow the instructions at the end of this message. Replies to this Update mailing will not reach WOODWEB. 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: => Industry News (JDS introduces new dust collection cyclones) => Knowledge Base Highlights (The latest additions to this growing resource) => Auction Alert (Woodworking machines) => Featured Project (A kitchen from Quebec) => Hot Threads (A sampling of current forum discussions) ================================================= => Industry News JDS, a leader in air filtration products for years, has expanded their dust collection line to include new 2 and 3 HP Cyclones. These are some of the highest performing and most compact models available on the market. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/industrynews.pl?read=494358 ================================================= => Knowledge Base Highlights A glue bond failure with an exceptionally hard exotic species sparks the interest of a couple of WOODWEB's Forum Technical Advisors. Both blade-burnished joints and skinned-over adhesive are examined. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Glue_Bond_Failure_in_Mahogany.html This maker of custom moulder knives believes his metal chop saw just isn't cutting it... Is it really the equipment that is failing him when producing tool steel blanks, or could it be his technique? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Cutting_Steel_Blanks.html When a startup business chooses to borrow funds to buy equipment, some pros wonder if this decision is really prudent. Lots of advice here from those businessmen who have been down that road before. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Business_Financing_Credit.html If you curse the glue spots that appear after applying stain, this one's for you... Some are experimenting with fluorescent glue and black lights to identify the glue spots before prepping for stain. http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Inspecting_for_Glue_Drips.html A builder of high-end cabinets is seriously underbid on a large job. He wonders how the low bidder can possibly get away with the price quoted... Is he simply producing lower quality, or could he really have much lower costs? http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Just_Been_UnderBid.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 ================================================= => Auction Alert January 9, 10 A.M. Inspection: January 8, 8-4 PM Sunshine Kitchens, Miami, Fl Major cabinet maker. Modern woodworking machines as new as 2000. International Auction and Appraisal Services, LLC For more information, call 1-877-235-8299 Join us on-line if you can not attend: www.iaasonline.com ================================================= => Featured Project This high-end kitchen features some fancy woodwork, as well as a beige lacquer and light brown glaze. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/gallery.pl?read=494897 (To create your own Project Gallery listing, click the "Post Your Project" link) ================================================= 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 To glue or not to glue? That is the question concerning pocket screws and face frames at the Cabinetmaking Forum. The verdict is still out on the issue of whether glue is needed when using pocket screws. http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=494678 Dovetailed drawers on a CNC router? Learn about this new technology and see pictures of the product here: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cnc.pl?read=492617 Sawing for grade, flitch sawing, quarter sawing... these terms are often used when sawing for the best lumber possible. What do they all mean? To make the most of your logs, read on: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/sawdry.pl?read=492806 Designing a lazy susan cabinet can be tricky - make it frameless, and double the trouble. Get some ideas on frameless approaches here: http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=494734 ================================================= Find out how to promote your company on the Web. 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