Category: Modern Joinery News

Makita has expanded its range of high-powered sanders with its new powerful 40VMax XGT BO007CG Orbital Sander. Designed for comfort and easy manoeuvrability, it allows trade professionals to achieve high-quality results and optimum accuracy. With a 93 x 185mm pad, sanding flat surfaces, edges, and corners can reportedly be done with ease and precision. This… Continue reading Makita Launches New Orbital Sander

James Davenport, Managing Director of Metsä Wood UK, has been appointed as the Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) Expert for Softwoods and Engineered Timber. The BMBI, a brand of the Builders Merchant Federation (BMF), and run by MRA Research using sales-out data from GfK’s general builders’ merchant panel, is the only reliable measure of Repair,… Continue reading James Davenport joins BMBI Expert Panel

JJ Smith has announced a free two-day Open House event this October, bringing together woodworking professionals to experience live demonstrations of CNC machinery, gain insights from industry experts, and explore the latest advancements in automation technology. The Open House event, which takes place at JJ Smith’s Liverpool headquarters between 8 – 9 October 2025, is… Continue reading JJ Smith to Showcase CNC Woodworking at Open House Event

Kirkwood Timber Frame has identified ways to help customers realise on-site savings, by being the first to partner with Eurocell, providing pre-fitted windows in its FastBuild timber frame systems. Eurocell is currently the only manufacturer to offer this integrated, factory fitted solution, across the UK. Its InSite system comprises a specialist hinge, sealant, cavity barrier,… Continue reading Kirkwood Timber Frame Partners with Eurocell

Alan Taylor, Managing Director of MiGlass Ltd and Chair of Sandwell Business Ambassadors (SBA) and the Smethwick Partnership Board, recently hosted a meeting with Mark Smith, the High Sheriff of the West Midlands, to discuss collaborative initiatives aimed at strengthening local communities and supporting business engagement. The meeting focused on several key areas where MiGlass,… Continue reading MiGlass’ Alan Taylor and High Sheriff Discuss Local Partnerships

The glazing industry faces mounting pressures – increasing demand for energy efficient installations, retrofit challenges, and a workforce demographic shifting towards retirement. Technical trades like glazing must bridge skills gaps quickly. T Level industry placements, now integral to the UK’s post-16 technical qualifications, offer a compelling solution. What are T Levels and Industry Placements? T… Continue reading T Levels and The Education Landscape

Reynaers Aluminium UK has partnered with local non-for-profit and social enterprise, The Wood Shack, which it says underlines its commitment to sustainability. The Wood Shack, an enterprise of Birmingham-based charity JERICHO, aims to tackle the 4.5 million tonnes of waste wood produced in the UK annually by collecting reclaimed wood, creating new products from recycled… Continue reading Reynaers Partners with NFP Organisation The Wood Shack

Greg Du-feu, Managing Director of dufeu IT, is sticking the lycra back on and donning the cycle shoes, as part of the Kelly’s Heroes From Rock Bottom, A Journey Back cycling challenge. Here he gives us his thoughts on the upcoming ride.  This September, I’ll be joining Kelly’s Heroes for their most ambitious challenge yet… Continue reading From Rock Bottom, A Journey Back: Greg’s Cycling Challenge

The Professional Woodworking Expo is the UK’s only dedicated event for woodworking professionals, offering a comprehensive showcase of workshop essentials. From cutting-edge machinery and tools to innovative software, coatings, varnishes, finishes, and materials, the Expo is designed specifically to meet the needs of the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry. The event will return to NEC Birmingham… Continue reading Professional Woodworking Expo 2026: What to Expect

If you’re running a busy joinery company and feel stuck in firefighting, thin margins, long lead times, and know-how trapped in your head, a new online cohort from Erin Woodger is for you. Starting 9 October, business mentor Erin Woodger leads a monthly, online implementation programme (live, interactive sessions) exclusively for UK joinery companies turning over £250k–£3m. You won’t just learn;… Continue reading Erin Woodger’s Group Coaching Cohort Launches in October