https://xkyframe.com/news Latest framing industry news, trade policy updates, and market insights from XKY Framing. en-us https://xkyframe.com/news/stirling-machinery-to-showcase-advanced-wood-processing-solutions-at-woodtech-2026-in-rotorua-and-br Stirling Machinery will exhibit at WoodTECH 2026 in Rotorua (18-19 June) and Brisbane (23-24 June), with Managing Director Craig Honeyman presenting on workforce innovation and technology integration to address skills sh Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:22 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/superpush-250-xl-from-salvador-debuts-at-xylexpo-2026-with-integrated-cutting-and-drilling Salvador launched the Superpush 250 XL automatic pusher-type optimiser with chain loading at Xylexpo 2026. The machine combines straight cutting and drilling in a single process, handling sections up to 420 mm deep and 2 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:19 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/cma-will-host-shop-tour-and-bbq The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) is hosting a pre-IWF event on August 24, featuring a behind-the-scenes tour of Atlanta Cabinet Shop led by Gary Balcom, followed by a BBQ social gathering at Dark Horse Woodworks. Par Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:13 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/woodworkers-power-up-at-iwf IWF 2026, North America's largest woodworking event, will be held Aug. 25-28 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The theme is 'Power Up Your Business,' featuring new technology, machinery, materials, and sup Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:12 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/new-full-size-cnc-machines Woodworking Network reports on new full-size CNC machines introduced to the market. The article details specifications and capabilities of these machines, including their size, spindle options, and control systems, aimed Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:08 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/scm-showcases-data-driven-manufacturing-solutions-at-xylexpo-2026-as-advanced-woodworking-technologi SCM is showcasing data-driven manufacturing solutions at Xylexpo 2026 in Milan, including the new accord 500 edge CNC machining centre with an exclusive edgebanding system, WinMES MES/MOM platform, and IoT digital servic Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:44:08 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/heinz-d-rr-awards-2026-recognise-breakthrough-innovations-in-sustainable-manufacturing-automation-an The Dürr Group presented Heinz Dürr Awards 2026 to five teams for innovations in sustainable manufacturing, automation, and customer experience. Winners included projects: Paint Shop of the Future, battery cell filling s Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:44:05 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/saudi-wood-expo-2026-expands-with-big-5-construct-saudi The third edition of Saudi Wood Expo, co-located with Big 5 Construct Saudi, will take place from August 30 to September 1, 2026 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. Organized by dmg events, the combined e Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:44:03 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/where-mass-timber-and-woodworking-intersect IWF Atlanta introduces a new Mass Timber and Prefabricated Construction Products collection, showcasing cross-laminated and glue-laminated products and technologies for the first time at a North American woodworking show Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:44:00 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/axalta-launches-zencore-cabinet-coating-system Axalta Coating Systems has launched Zencore, a cabinet coating system for high-volume manufacturers in North America. Based on Zenamel chemistry, it reduces coating steps from three to two by combining primer and enamel Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:43:55 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/central-vietnam-province-okays-hong-kong-invested-12-mln-wood-processing-project-theinvestor Lehome International Co., Ltd. from Hong Kong received an investment registration certificate for a $12 million wood manufacturing plant in Gia Lai province, Vietnam. The Gainshine Vietnam Interior and Exterior Wood Fact Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:18:07 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/ready-for-the-showstopper-scm-brings-innovation-and-performance-to-xylexpo-milan SCM will showcase the new accord 500 edge CNC machining centre, smart factory solutions, and digital services at Xylexpo 2026 in Milan from June 9 to 12. The accord 500 edge integrates edge banding technology and is desi Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:18:03 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/iwf-2026-draws-84-entries-for-challengers-award-competition The International Woodworking Fair (IWF) announced 84 submissions from 65 exhibiting companies for the 2026 Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award. The award recognizes innovation in products, services, or manufactu Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:18:01 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/tariff-refunds-might-be-at-risk-so-act-now Following the Supreme Court's February 20 decision invalidating IEEPA tariffs (including reciprocal and 'fentanyl' tariffs), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is processing refunds. Over $150 billion in duties wer Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:17:57 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/forest-management-practical-strategies-for-sustainable-and-resilient-forests The article discusses sustainable forest management practices, balancing ecological, economic, and social goals. It distinguishes between natural forests (high biodiversity, low-intensity management) and planted forests Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:48:01 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/homag-sawteq-s-65-a-revolutionary-panel-saw-for-advanced-woodworking-production The article introduces the HOMAG SAWTEQ S-65 panel saw, highlighting its precision, automation, and productivity features. It details technical specifications such as saw blade projection (60 mm), cutting length (2,900 m Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:47:56 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/the-wait-is-over-xylexpo-2026-opens-to-showcase-cutting-edge-woodworking-and-multi-material-technolo Xylexpo 2026 opens at FieraMilano-Rho from June 9–12, featuring woodworking, composites, and multi-material technologies. The event integrates Matec for plastics and composites, includes Composites Future in halls 14 and Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:47:54 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/makor-introduces-the-new-flat-coater-3d-for-advanced-coating-applications Makor introduced the FLAT COATER 3D roller coating and filling machine. It uses 100% solid UV primers, is solvent-free, and operates at 15-20 meters per minute. The machine has a compact footprint and adaptive roller tec Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:47:49 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/iwf-education-conference-adds-mass-timber-innovation-tours The IWF Education Conference returns Aug. 25-28 in Atlanta with an expanded program for wood products industry professionals, including new sessions on mass timber construction, prefabrication, wood industry innovation t Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:47:47 GMT https://xkyframe.com/news/stiles-machinery-s-manufacturing-solutions-seminar-showcased-automation-scalable-technologies-woodwo Stiles Machinery held its Spring Manufacturing Solutions Seminar on April 1-2, 2026, in High Point, North Carolina. The event featured live demonstrations of automated robotic cells (ORRA by Automatech Robotik), automate Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:51:27 GMT