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For months, inflation has been a hot topic, with consumer prices up nearly 8% compared to a year ago. Vendors, plagued by supply-chain woes in getting materials to produce merchandise and labor shortages, keep raising prices to retailers, who pass those price hikes on to consumers. Check in on rising prices and supply chain issues in this week’s e-digest. |
– Grace Tatigian, Managing Editor |
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Small Business Confidence Falls |
Small business confidence over the long and short terms has dropped slightly in May, according to the latest Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Business Barometer. The 12-month outlook dropped by, ... Read more. |
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IWF Influencers Lounge |
The International Woodworking Fair will stage its first ‘Woodworking Influencers Lounge’ during IWF 2022, taking place August 23-26, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. ... Read more. |
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Cabinet Prices Up 13% |
As producer and consumer prices climb higher, retailers report their customers are researching — and buying — more online. Those with well-established e-commerce operations are coping with the shift, but stores don’t feel the pinch. .... Read more. |
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Multi-axis CNC Horizontal Machining Center |
The MTH is a Multi-axis CNC Horizontal Machining Center from Pillar Machine. It is used to produce high-quality haunched mortise and tenon joints used in many furniture and cabinet applications. The haunch head miters the profile, ... Read more. |
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Eureka Matte Black |
Marathon is proud to present the Eureka Matte Black in the New Black Spring Decorative Collection. The collection showcases three contemporary handles – Moka, Strasse, and Summit – from Italian manufacturer Eureka, ... Read more. |
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Why We Love Shaker Doors |
Shaker cabinet doors are an extremely popular style. Shaker cabinets are known for their aesthetically pleasing, simple design with clean edges and a recessed middle panel. But why does everyone love this style of cabinet door? ... Read more. |
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Shipping Millwork to Limited Access Locations |
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is crucial for operating many in the cabinet manufacturing industry. After the long, detailed manufacturing process, the last thing anyone wants is a delayed or canceled shipment ... Read more. |
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Supply Chain Challenges Continue |
Inflationary pressures, labour challenges, and supply chain issues have impacted businesses differently. Companies continued to expect to face various obstacles over the next three months related to rising costs, hiring, ... Read more. |
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Latest Events |
July 27, Government Funding for Canada, Online |
August 23-26, IWF Atlanta, Atlanta, GA |
September 22-25, IDS Vancouver, Vancouver, BC |
September 26, CKCA Regional Event, Waterloo, ON |
October 13-14, Wood Pro Expo, Manheim, PA |
October 18-22, Woodworking Technology Days, Mississauga, ON |
October 26-28, Kitchen + Bath Canada, Toronto, ON |
October 27-29, SIBO, Drummondville, QC |
March 29-31, IWPA World of Wood Convention, Savannah, GA |
May 15-19, Ligna, Hannover, Germany |
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Contributors wanted! We’re always looking for contributing writers and stories for our newsletter. If you have something you’d like to share with readers and want more details, please email Grace at gracet@mediaedge.ca. |
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