Category: Modern Joinery News

Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS) has appointed Andrew Carpenter to the role of Strategic Advisor, supporting business growth and expanding their presence across the housing sector. Andrew is said to bring a wealth of experience and respected industry insight, having championed timber construction for decades. As CEO of Constructing Excellence Midlands and former CEO of the… Continue reading Donaldson Timber Systems appoints Andrew Carpenter

The team for PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society’s Machu PiGchu challenge, supporting Harry’s Pals as its Charity of the Year for both 2025 and 2026, is growing, with members ready to take on the Inca Trail in October 2026. Following the announcement of the first two team members in Julie Holmes and Ed Williams, the next… Continue reading Meet the PiGs Machu PiGchu Team: Andrew Charlesworth

The Joinery Network (TJN) invited Katie Wilson at CiiLOCK Engineering to talk to about its Affiliate Member Scheme. Here’s what she said: “We have been an Affiliate Member of TJN for just over a year now, and in that time, it’s been a massive help. “At Ciilock, we have hardware that is suitable for PVCu,… Continue reading TJN Affiliate Member: CiiLOCK Engineering

The Government has named 10 specialist Construction Technical Excellence Colleges to train more than 40,000 future carpenters, builders, bricklayers, electricians, and plumbers by 2029 as part of the public commitment to construction and building 1.5m homes during this parliamentary term. Backed by £100m of fresh funding, the newly-designated construction college hubs will operate on a… Continue reading 10 New Construction Technical Excellence Colleges Announced

Professional Woodworking Expo has announced Modern Joinery News as its official media partner for the 2026 event, taking place from 17-19 May at the NEC Birmingham. The partnership strengthens Professional Woodworking Expo’s commitment to delivering authoritative industry insight alongside the latest cutting-edge machinery, tools, and materials for woodworking and joinery professionals. Modern Joinery News,  reportedly… Continue reading Modern Joinery News Announced as PWE 2026 Media Partner

Professional Woodworking Expo has announced the return of the Live Demo Zone at the 2026 edition, taking place from 17-19 May 2026 at NEC Birmingham. Following the overwhelming success of previous demonstrations, this interactive feature will once again offer attendees hands-on access to the latest woodworking technology, techniques, and innovations. The Live Demo Zone brings… Continue reading Live Demo Zone Returns to Professional Woodworking Expo 2026

£523.90 was donated to Air Ambulance NI from ticket sales at The Joinery Network’s (TJN) recent open day held at affiliate member Teknos, in memory of Chris Hamilton, the company’s former Commercial Director. Jon Mears, Regional Marketing Business Partner at Teknos, explained: “This amazing charity was chosen in memory of our Commercial Director, Chris Hamilton,… Continue reading Teknos and TJN Raise Funds for Air Ambulance NI

The Furniture Makers’ Company and the Sylva Foundation are launching the Woodworking Teachers Network – a new national initiative designed to connect, support, and empower educators working in woodworking and furniture making education. The network emerges as a direct response to the findings of a comprehensive survey conducted in spring 2025, which gathered the views… Continue reading The National Woodworking Teachers Network Launched

The Window and Door Market Trends Report 2025 – Timber Edition, published by WindowBASE and Tommy Trinder, has been released, and delivers key insights into the evolving fenestration landscape. According to the report, despite economic pressures and industry shakeups, timber windows and doors are experiencing a notable resurgence, reflecting both heritage appeal and modern performance.… Continue reading Timber on the Rise According to Latest Market Trends Report

Leitz Tooling, a global leader in tooling systems for the wood industry, says it is set to make a significant impact at the Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) in 2026. The company will be actively involved in the show, demonstrating its solutions for a wide range of woodworking applications. Leitz will be exhibiting at Stand K51… Continue reading Leitz Tooling to Showcase Solutions at PWE 2026