Following the success of its Open Day in May, Biesse UK is once again teaming up with The Joinery Network (TJN) to host a dedicated Timber Windows and Doors Technology Day at its Daventry showroom on Wednesday 23 September. The event will give visitors the opportunity to explore the latest machinery, materials, tooling and software… Continue reading Biesse UK and TJN to host September Technology Day
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JJ Smith’s ‘The Future of Woodworking’ show returns
Manufacturers looking to increase productivity, address labour shortages and future-proof their operations are invited to discover the latest advances in automation at JJ Smith’s ‘The Future of Woodworking’ show on 15 and 16 September 2026. The two-day open event will feature live demonstrations of machinery, robotic applications and intelligent manufacturing solutions designed to help businesses… Continue reading JJ Smith’s ‘The Future of Woodworking’ show returns
Joinery SMEs boost productivity with Made Smarter support
SME furniture and joinery manufacturers are investing in digital technologies to improve productivity, create new jobs and strengthen competitiveness with support from Made Smarter. Manufacturers producing commercial furniture, sofas, bespoke interiors, specialist joinery and handcrafted leisure products are among those embracing automation, digital design software, CNC machinery and advanced manufacturing systems after grants from Government-backed… Continue reading Joinery SMEs boost productivity with Made Smarter support
Golf day raises £6,300 for Furniture Makers’ Company
Retailers, manufacturers and suppliers came together in Northamptonshire for The Furniture Makers’ Company’s annual National Golf Day, sponsored by Bensons for Beds, in July, raising £6,300 for the industry charity. The event, which is the charity’s longest-running fundraiser, took place on Wednesday 15 July at Northamptonshire County Golf Club, where golfers reportedly enjoyed glorious summer… Continue reading Golf day raises £6,300 for Furniture Makers’ Company
MJN’s Rachael Lewis Gains Skills Through Building Our Skills
Rachael Lewis, Content Coordinator at Modern Joinery News (MJN), discusses being part of the inaugural Building Our Skills/Women in Fenestration Network window fitter course. “On Tuesday 21 July, I was offered the opportunity to go to Barnsley and to Building Our Skills to take part in a one-day window fitter’s course, hosted by Mark Handley… Continue reading MJN’s Rachael Lewis Gains Skills Through Building Our Skills
The hidden operational risks created by combustible dust
Combustible dust can create serious fire and explosion risks across manufacturing environments but is still frequently underestimated within day-to-day operations. Dave Heathcote, Industrial Vacuum Specialist at Nilfisk, explains why manufacturers need to treat effective dust control as part of wider operational safety management. Combustible dust is one of the most underestimated operational risks in manufacturing,… Continue reading The hidden operational risks created by combustible dust
Company fined £50k after apprentice joiner killed at work
A property management company has been fined, and the Managing Director handed a suspended sentence after the death of an apprentice. The 18-year-old apprentice joiner was working alone at a property undergoing renovation, when a stack of wooden board material fell on her, causing fatal injuries. HSE’s investigation found the company had: failed to provide… Continue reading Company fined £50k after apprentice joiner killed at work
Dufeu IT Solutions achieve Investors in People Silver accreditation
Julie-Ann Hammond, Business Development Manager at Dufeu IT Solutions, discusses the company recently achieving Investors in People Silver accreditation and what that means for the company and its people. “At Dufeu IT, we have always believed that our people are our greatest strength. That belief sits at the heart of our business and is one… Continue reading Dufeu IT Solutions achieve Investors in People Silver accreditation
Pilkington appoints Ellie Burrows as UK Product Manager
Pilkington United Kingdom, part of the NSG Group, has appointed Ellie Burrows as UK Product Manager, aiming to accelerate innovation and product development across its architectural glass portfolio. Ellie joins Pilkington UK’s commercial team from the business’ R&D function, where she has spent the past three years working in online coatings as part of its thin film technology group.… Continue reading Pilkington appoints Ellie Burrows as UK Product Manager
Hurst Team completes charity walk for Dove House Hospice
Thirteen members of the Hurst team have completed an 11-mile pub-to-pub charity walk to raise funds for Dove House Hospice, continuing the company’s long-standing support for the Hull and East Yorkshire charity. Held in June, the challenge saw the team walk through the villages of Cottingham and Skidby, taking in the East Riding of Yorkshire… Continue reading Hurst Team completes charity walk for Dove House Hospice