Industry Interviews
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Micro Jig: Ending Table Saw Injuries by 2020
Better safety products, education and training can eliminate table saw injuries, and Micro Jig intends to help accomplish it in three years.
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Johnstone Reflects on eZine’s 500-issue History
Begun as an innovative biweekly online woodworking newsletter in 2000, the eZine celebrates 17 years and 500 issues. Publisher Rob Johnstone recalls some highlights.
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MYLIFTER: “Smarter” Ceiling Storage
Bluetooth-enabled ceiling lift raises up to 100 lbs. and can be controlled entirely from the floor using a mobile device and free app.
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Laguna Acquires SuperMax Tools
Schroeder, SuperMax Tools’ president, calls acquisition by Laguna Tools a “win-win” for both companies.
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Milwaukee: Innovative LED Lighting
LEDs, advanced batteries and intelligent electronics are providing practical, rugged and safe jobsite lighting that replaces halogens and incandescents.
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AFM Safecoat Paints and Finishes: Healthier Alternatives
GDC/Building for Health offers AFM Safecoat paint and wood finish products that are zero VOC and healthy for all to use.
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TTS Tooltechnic Systems Acquires SawStop
SawStop under new ownership; management and operations to continue in Oregon headquarters.
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Festool Begins Guide Rail Production in America
Festool USA launches new production line to manufacture track saw guide rails at its Lebanon, Indiana, headquarters.
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Quiroga Continues Eureka’s Start-up Business Opportunities
Eureka’s turnkey woodworking business opportunities can help you turn your shop into an outdoor furniture factory — and you are your own boss.
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JET Discusses Updates to Drum Sanders, Band Saws
Even though JET has been building woodworking machinery for more than a half century, its engineers still find opportunities to innovate.