Author: George Lewis

Makita has launched a new workwear range, which it says is “tough, considered and built for real working environments”. Developed by Castle Clothing – the team behind TuffStuff Workwear – and drawing on over 50 years of industry experience, the head-to-toe collection covers everything from base layers to outerwear, trousers, shorts and safety footwear, including… Continue reading Makita launches own workwear range

Jessica Alexander has been installed as the 64th Master of The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, succeeding Debbie Johnson. The annual Installation Ceremony took place in the Long Parlour at Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. During the same ceremony,… Continue reading Jessica Alexander installed as 64th Furniture Makers’ Master

ROOT to Market, a new national procurement Dynamic Marketplace, has launched to “accelerate mainstream adoption of regenerative and low-carbon materials across the built environment”, which will reportedly create significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainable products and services. ROOT to Market is already live and is actively seeking projects to procure through the marketplace.… Continue reading ROOT to Market initiative launched

Big Shots, a clay pigeon shoot for the furnishing industry, in aid of industry charity The Furniture Makers’ Company, is returning for its 31st year this summer. The fundraiser, which is sponsored by Furniture Village, will once again be held at Holland and Holland, Middlesex – said to be one of the UK’s premier shooting… Continue reading Big Shots 31 returns this summer

BJ Waller, specialist distributor of timber window and door hardware for the UK joinery sector, has announced its warehouse operation has relocated into a modern streamlined distribution depot which it now shares with Window Ware. The relocation forms part of BJ Waller’s continued investment in service capability, designed to strengthen despatch speed, picking accuracy and… Continue reading BJ Waller warehouse relocates to Window Ware

Woodknowledge Wales has announced its flagship conference and exhibition, WoodBUILD 2026, is to take place on 30 June – 1 July at Trefforest Campus, University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Pontypridd, Wales, CF37 1DL. Under the theme of ‘Responsible Timber Futures through Policy and Practice’, the event focuses on big questions of how public buildings… Continue reading WoodBUILD 2026 to bring together timber sector in Wales

The content programme for the Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE), co-located with InstallerSHOW 2026, has been published, with a schedule of sessions tailored to the evolving needs of joiners, carpenters, and woodworking professionals. The programme will reportedly blend hands-on demonstrations, expert-led seminars, and interactive discussions with talks addressing key industry challenges and opportunities. These include improving… Continue reading PWE content programme now live

Ventrolla has completed the second phase of works at Turnberry Lighthouse, a category B listed minor light on the South Ayrshire coast of Scotland. Turnberry Lighthouse is said to have been a quintessential icon of South Ayrshire since 1873, and is considered one of Turnberry’s most powerful charms. The lighthouse was originally commissioned by the… Continue reading Ventrolla completes second phase of Turnberry Lighthouse project

A new guide from Made Smarter is helping manufacturers cut through the noise around artificial intelligence (AI), and focus on what actually works on the factory floor. AI Adoption in Manufacturing: A Practical Toolkit from Made Smarter has been developed to support SME leaders navigating one of the most significant technological shifts in decades. While… Continue reading Made Smarter launches AI toolkit for manufacturers

RegaLead is making its debut appearance at the Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) in June. As an Affiliate Partner of The Joinery Network, RegaLead says it has been making waves in the timber market with its range of decorative glass options for timber doors. The company offer designs that feature Stained Glass Overlay techniques, etched and… Continue reading RegaLead to make PWE debut in June