Industry Updates
Curated trade, equipment, and market updates for frame-shop owners — each article includes an XKY take on what it means for your line.
For frame shops
What is changing in framing — and why it matters
We add a handful of curated updates each week with an XKY perspective on equipment, trade, and market shifts. Latest added June 12, 2026.
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
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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
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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
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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
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The wait is over: Xylexpo 2026 opens to showcase cutting-edge woodworking and multi-material technologies
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
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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
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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
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Stiles Machinery’s Manufacturing Solutions Seminar showcased automation, scalable technologies - Woodworking Network
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
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Manufacturing PMI at 52.7%, wood industry dips while furniture gains traction - Woodworking Network
The ISM Manufacturing PMI for April remained at 52.7%, indicating expansion for the fourth consecutive month. The New Orders Index rose to 54.1%, while the Production Index fell to 53.4%. Prices surged to 84.6%, the high
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Positive outlook for wood product exports after roaring success in 2024 - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
Vietnam's wood product exports reached a record $16.3 billion in 2024, up 20.3% from 2023. The industry aims for $18 billion in 2025. Associations and government officials emphasize market diversification, technology ado
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Nguyen Thai Hoc street: Hanoi’s frame-making haven - VOV World
Nguyen Thai Hoc street in Hanoi is a historic hub for picture frame shops, offering diverse materials (wood, composite, plastic) and styles (calligraphy, European, modern). The street has dozens of shops with craftsmen p
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Veneer market to reach $39.9M by 2035, driven by furniture manufacturing - Woodworking Network
The veneer market is projected to reach $39.9 million by 2035, with growth driven by furniture manufacturing, according to a report cited by Woodworking Network. - Veneer market projected value: $39.9M by 2035 - Primary
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