Industry Interviews
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Rojek Woodworking Equipment: Bringing a Long Tradition of European Quality to America
You may or may not have heard the name Tech Mark, and you probably haven’t heard the name Rojek very often. But spread the word!
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Mini Max: An Old Name with a New Attitude
One of Jim Strain’s challenges is to change the American consumer’s perception of Mini Max.
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IWF 2002: Tools, Woodworkers and Rich Food
The International Woodworking Machinery and Furniture Supply Fair – USA addresses the needs of everyone — from humongously large corporate woodworking factories to Amish mom and pop producers.
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Thuya: The King of Woods
How two native New Yorkers became major US importers of thuya wood – one of the most beautiful burls in the world – is a story of serendipity, coincidence, and opportunity.
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Porter-Cable: Refocused on Woodworking
Founded in 1906, Porter-Cable is the oldest portable power tool manufacturer in the country.
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Woodworkers Source: Always Close and Convenient
Keith Stephens wants you to stop over at Woodworkers Source. He’s got a hundred varieties of domestic and exotic woods for sale.
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Olson Saw Company: Keeping Scroll Saw Blades On Shore
Olson band and scroll saw blades, plus countless accessories and saw frames, are used in virtually all domestic and imported scroll/jig saws.
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Orion International: Hunting Private Label Opportunities
Joining forces with other former Delta employees and Taiwan and China-based manufacturing contacts, Mark Strahler and Nanette Rizzo created Orion International.
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Dr. Gene Wengert: Giving Free Advice Became a Habit
When he retired, after years of teaching and providing advice to the wood industry, Dr. Gene Wengert, just couldn’t stop being helpful.
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UGL and Zar: A Family Business that Leads the Stain Industry
What’s their secret? According to Joe McGraw, UGL Advertising Manager, it’s a combination of maintaining strict quality standards; steady, solid growth; and solid innovation.
