Category: Modern Joinery News

UK manufacturers, signmakers and fabricators are turning to trusted specialists for CNC router tooling that delivers precision, speed and durability. Complete CNC Solutions is urging businesses to look beyond generic, online tooling suppliers and instead work with CNC routing specialists who understand materials, machines and production pressures. “Choosing the right tooling isn’t just about buying… Continue reading Highlighting the Critical Role of CNC Tooling Specialists

Irish-based manufacturer Combilift has reached yet another remarkable milestone with the production of its 100,000th Combilift. To celebrate this historic achievement, the company is offering the chance to win this exclusive forklift through a special competition, with all proceeds donated to UNICEF Ireland’s Children’s Emergency Fund. The 100,000th Combilift was debuted at IMHX, giving attendees the premier opportunity to see… Continue reading Combilift Celebrates 100,000th Combilift with Competition

Amy Boutle, Marketing Manager at Gowercroft Joinery, discusses apprenticeships, and in her opinion, what the future of joinery looks like. As a country, we have already done it. We have hurled ourselves off the cliff, lemming-style. The construction workforce is ageing fast: A quarter are already over 55, heading towards retirement in what is a physical… Continue reading Apprenticeships and the Future of Joinery

Modern Joinery News’ own Sarah Ball attended the first Women in Timber event on 5 September at Oulton Hall, Leeds. Here’s her round-up of the day. “When we first heard about Women in Timber, we felt that the time was right for the industry. We publicised the event, and Sarah booked her place at the… Continue reading Sarah Ball’s take on Women in Timber event

John Agnew, CEO, GGF Group has retired from the role. John joined the GGF as President in 2017, becoming its Managing Director in early 2020 before stepping into his current position as CEO, in July last year. His appointment to the GGF followed a distinguished career in the glass industry spanning more than four decades.… Continue reading John Agnew retires from GGF

Each September, the quiet Highland village of Carrbridge roars to life with the buzz of chainsaws and the hum of anticipation. Carve Carrbridge isn’t just a carving competition — it’s a celebration of artistry, craftsmanship, and community spirit, all wrapped in the scent of fresh pine and the rhythm of roaring blades. Dave Mills, Timber… Continue reading Carve Carrbridge: Where Timber Meets Talent

Last month, construction buyers reported a sharp July slump – with activity levels falling at the steepest pace since May 2020, with site delays cited as one of the reasons why. S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index posted 44.3 in July, down from 48.8 in June – the sharpest contraction in over five years.… Continue reading Mitigate Site Delays with Timber Frames

After reaching 15 years in business this year, Carl Smith of Freedom Joinery discusses celebrating this milestone, and the origins and future plans for the company.  How and when did Freedom Joinery begin? And what sparked the idea to start the company? The company I was working for as workshop foreman were about to close… Continue reading Celebrating 15 Years of Freedom Joinery

Seeing is believing, and visitors to Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) 2026 will be able to witness high-performance edgebanding tools from tooling experts Leitz Tooling UK. We asked Leitz’s Marketing Manager, Ben Mitchell, to explain why visitors looking at edgebanding should make a bee line to Leitz stand K51 at the new look show next year.… Continue reading Four reasons to choose Leitz Edgebanding Solutions

With growing homeowner demand for choice, personalisation, and a premium look and feel, Hurst Doors has expanded its composite door range with the launch of S-Class. This new solid timber core collection is said to provide installers with even more choice when it comes to style, specification, and customer budget. Designed to sit above Hurst’s… Continue reading Hurst Launches S-Class Range