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 29, 2026.
UK government to consult on stronger timber regulations to enhance due diligence and sustainable supply chains
The UK Government announced a public consultation to strengthen timber regulations, requiring businesses in Great Britain with annual turnover over £1 million to conduct due diligence verifying that timber products compl
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Finger-Jointed Lumber Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035, Driven by Industrial Packaging Demand and Construction Efficiency Gains - IndexBox
The global finger-jointed lumber market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2026 to 2035, driven by demand from construction and industrial packaging. Finger-jointed lumber commands a 10–25% price premium over sol
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