Category: Modern Joinery News

Ventrolla has hosted a second successful event in its heritage roundtable series, this time at the Building Centre in London. Titled ‘Creating a Consistent Approach to Driving Efficiency in the Planning and Preservation Process of Heritage and Listed Properties’, the roundtable gathered leading voices from across the heritage, retrofit, and conservation industries to discuss some… Continue reading Second Ventrolla Heritage Roundtable Deemed a Success

The shortlist for the 2025 British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards has been revealed. Celebrating the very best of the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry, the BWF Awards are said to highlight the skill, creativity and dedication that the sector has to offer. A record number of entries Helen Hewitt, Chief Executive of the BWF, commented:… Continue reading BWF Awards 2025 Shortlist Announced

As part of Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) at the NEC Birmingham (17–19 May 2026), official brand ambassador Robin Clevett – renowned carpenter, joiner, and YouTube creator – will host an exclusive live masterclass in the event’s Demo Zone. Robin’s hands-on session will include live construction of a roof, expert demonstrations of special joinery joints, and… Continue reading Join Robin Clevett’s Live Masterclass at PWE 2026

George Lewis, Editor of Modern Joinery News, discusses completing the St Thomas’ Charity Abseil, and how much the generosity of everyone has been. On 20 September, I, alongside Modern Joinery Publisher, Sarah Ball, my wife Rachael and my brother Jack had the privilege of taking part in the St Thomas’ Charity Abseil, to raise money… Continue reading St Thomas’ Charity Abseil 2025: Completed!

In a new series of articles for Women in Timber, we highlight the career paths of women across the timber industry. Each interviewee will share their experiences, pivotal moments and achievements, and insights into their roles, and celebrating the valuable contribution women continue to make within this sector. This article introduces Michelle Buckland, Chief Commercial… Continue reading Women in Timber: Michelle Buckland

Modern Joinery’s sister publication, People in Glazing Society AKA PiGs hosted its penultimate event of 2025 in Newcastle, drawing nearly 100 people from across the glazing industry to the North East.   Despite the city being covered with football fans attending the Newcastle United vs Barcelona Champions League match, the second event in Newcastle proved another huge… Continue reading PiGs Newcastle 2025 brings a splash of colour to North East

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronnie Craig, an integral part of the North West regional committee for the Timber Trades Benevolent Society (TTBS).  TTBS said Ronnie had a long and fulfilling career in the timber trade, beginning in 1953 after his service in the army. His journey began with… Continue reading Obituary: Ronnie Craig

A team from Specialist Glass Products (SGP) has raised £1,320 for Pancreatic Cancer UK through a memorial walk honouring their late colleague, Ian McKniff. The memorial walk took place on Sunday 7 September, where more than 40 people and three dogs, including colleagues, friends and family of Ian, set off from Golcar Cricket Club in… Continue reading SGP Raise Funds on Memorial Walk in Honour of Late Colleague

Makita UK has recently launched two new batteries for its LXT cordless tools, said to be the world’s largest compatible cordless tool system powered by 18V slide-style batteries. The new BL1890 18V 9.0Ah battery and BL18120 18V 12.0Ah battery offer more cells and an increased electrical capacity. As a result, compatible cordless tools from the… Continue reading Makita Launches Two New Batteries for LXT Range

To mark the production of its 100,000th forklift, Irish manufacturer Combilift is offering the chance to win the one-of-a-kind Golden Combi-CBE multidirectional forklift through a very special competition. First unveiled at IMHX and recently showcased at GIS Expo in Italy, Combilift’s 100,000th forklift is continuing its European Tour and being exhibited at some of the biggest industry events on the continent:… Continue reading Win a Golden Forklift with Combilift Competition