Articles

Articles

Learn about the latest trends, techniques, and insights from around the woodworking industry. Note: Adobe Acrobat Reader required to view some documents.

Articles

10/08
Expert Insights on the Business of Capital Equipment Investment

Are we in a recession? The U.S. economy is resilient and this is an ideal time to buy. More
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07/08
Teaching Tomorrow's Industry Leaders Today

With all of the business challenges and opportunities in today's marketplace, Stiles realizes that training has become a necessity. More
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01/08
Tour of Technology: Fall 2007

During the final week of September, a group of woodworkers, hailing from various sectors of the woodworking industry, met in Europe for the Stiles Tour of Technology. More
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01/08
Making the Case for Robotics

When will wood processors embrace six-axis technology? More
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12/07
Ten Tips for Preventive Maintenance

Performing routine maintenance on the manufacturing equipment that companies rely on to produce goods and meet their retail customers’ tight deadlines may not sound exciting--but it may well make the difference between meeting and missing a delivery date. More
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11/07
SBC Supplier Showcase: Prepare for the Future Today

Given the current economic conditions, many manufacturers are hesitant to make major machinery purchases. More
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11/07
Universal Design Comes to the Forefront

Aging in place gains aesthetics, loses stigma. More
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10/07
RFID Arrives on Loading Dock; In-Plant Use to Come More Slowly

Radio Frequency ID (RFID) New technology may impact different companies in different capacities. More
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10/07
RFID Ready to Roll at Custom Cupboards

Wichita cabinet manufacturer looks for ways to track parts, eliminate waste. More
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09/07
Nested-Based Manufacturing: Should it be in your future?

Regardless of the size of your company, all manufacturers face many of the same challenges. More
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05/07
European Performance: US Wood Processors Weigh In

A group of US wood products manufacturers who joined the Homag Technology Tour last month give their insight into how US production strategies stack up with those of their European counterparts. More
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06/06
A Window Into European Production

Modern Woodworking and a group of US window and door manufacturers covered three countries and ten factory tours in five days. More
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05/06
Fifth Annual Executive Briefing Conference Covers Critical Business-Building Topics

Attendees at the fifth annual Visions of the Future Executive Briefing Conference, held in Denver, CO, (April 19-21, 2006) heard from key industry leaders on a range of critical industry issues and ways to improve their businesses and the industry. More

01/06
Think Better! Lightweight Panel Advantages Drive Its Momentum

When you think of lightweight panels, think "better." That was the message conveyed at the first ever fully functional PUR Lightweight Panel Line with Support Edge Technology demonstration hosted by Stiles Machinery. More
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11/05
Stiles / Homag Tour of Technology: Fall 2005

Woodworking professionals from across the country traveled abroad to experience the best in German manufacturing. More
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08/05
US Woodworkers Discover How Technology Works to Keep Companies Competitive

US woodworkers discover how technology works to keep companies competitive during the Homag Technology Tour. More
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07/05
Ultrasonic Energy Drives New Dowel Construction Process

A new process using ultrasonic energy to quickly weld plastic dowels to wood for cabinet and drawer box assembly was demonstrated last month at Ligna-Plus in Hannover, Germany. More
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04/05
Germany Automation & Technology: Tour of Technology 2004

Fifteen representatives from U.S. furniture, cabinet, millwork, closet and other manufacturing companies experienced a variety of in-depth tours at various size manufacturing facilities throughout Germany, from Hamburg to Stuttgart. More
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12/04
Wood Goes "High Tech" . . . Finally

Honeycomb panels offer performance, design flexibility and, most importantly, much lighter weight. More
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11/04
Adopt-A-Shop Can Help Shape the Future of Our Industry

If you’re like most wood products manufacturers, one of your constant challenges is recruiting a trained workforce. More
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06/04
Lightweight Panel Production Gets Real

Amid a tough market, this leading laminate casework supplier to schools and hospitals stays competitive with fully integrated software and increased production. More
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04/04
Growing Market Trends in Horizontal Panel Saw Technology

Speed, accuracy and flexibility are among the top requirements for custom woodworking shops. More
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03/04
Sanding Is the Finishing Touch

Woodworkers, even those who operate small shops, are trading in their handheld sanders for feed-through widebelt sanders to help decrease time and labor, and increase output. More
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03/04
Changing Marketplace Drives Latest Technology

Every year, newer, more advanced technology continues to respond to increasing demands brought on by a changing marketplace. More
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02/04
Case Clamps Bring It All Together

Case clamps have found a home on the assembly line where they help save manufacturers time and money. More
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01/04
Taking the Pulse of Software Usage

Industry experts rate the various woodworking sectors by usage. More
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01/04
ERP: Another Tool for Manufacturing

Success means never having to say you’re sorry. More
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Videos

11/08
Turn Wood Waste Into Profit
As material costs rise, the woodworking industry needs to reconsider the way they look at wood waste disposal from an operational cost to an energy product. Listen to this archived Webinar to learn how briquetting wood waste is ideal for all woodworking industry segments and how densified wood waste serves as a prospective energy alternative. Watch Video

06/08
Brush Sanding Technology – What Works and What Doesn’t
Join Tim Middleton, Product Manager at Stiles Machinery, in a discussion on brush sanding applications available in the market today and what technology is best suited for which application. Also, review the different types and styles of abrasives made for different brush sanding heads and how these will relate to your applications. Watch Video

04/08
Optimization of Staff and Wood Resources
As the cost of materials increases but the availability of skilled workers decreases, how can you achieve production levels and meet customer demands? Per Jørgensen, North American Sales Director for System TM, and Robert Slater, Vice President of Solid Wood Technologies for Stiles Machinery, discuss how you can significantly impact your bottom line and profitability by successfully optimizing material and human resources. Learn ways you can optimize the utilization of both raw materials and human resource so that your production facilities are efficiently operating at the highest standards. Watch Video

11/07
Factory Workflow Automation
Integration expert, Jerry McCall, highlights recent developments to streamline the manufacturing process. From raw materials to design, from production to shipping, these automated solutions will help manage the production environment by delivering more powerful information and greater control. Watch Video

04/07
Shedding Light on the Latest in Panel Production
Until now, the new honeycomb panels, composites and lightweight panels were available primarily in Europe. Today, they’re being made in North America by OFC Panel Processing, the first component manufacturer in the United States to purchase the Torwegge Lightweight Panel Line from Stiles. These panels are made for a rapidly growing range of products--doors, store fixtures, furniture, office systems, interior craftwork, and many more. At weights up to 70% less than solid panels, they’re easier to handle, process, package, and ship. New glue and assembly elements makes them environmentally friendly as well. Watch Video