In this issue:
CAD Poll
WOODWEB is interested in finding out how
professional woodworkers use CAD in their business operations. The various
options are listed below in the poll form, and you can choose all that
apply. By casting a vote, you'll provide information on CAD usage that
can be viewed immediately
after you vote. Current results for the poll will be displayed
immediately after voting,
and you may return and view results at any time by clicking the "Vote
Now and View
Results" link at the bottom of the poll.
http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=770344
Shopbuilt Equipment Gallery Feature
When this woodworker needed to slow his wood bandsaw down to cut cut steel he implemented the following setup. Here's how it works:
http://www.woodweb.com/galleries/shopbuilt/posts/131.html
Hot Threads
This poster's Google search of his completed
work photos revealed rampant infringement by websites around the world. The solutions offered may help prevent this problem in the future.
http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/business.pl?rev=770615
Inconsistent planing thickness haunts this
Delta planer. Custom rigs with dial indicators haven't identified the problem. See if the advice offered can help smooth things out...
http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/swmf.pl?read=770458
Here's a discussion about a variety of mortise and tenon joints made with a shaper. Extensive information is shared.
http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/aw.pl?read=770224
How do you heat your shop and spray booth in the winter? This finisher is fed up with his electric heat setup and is looking for a more efficient and warmer setup.
Check out the ideas offered by fellow finishers.
http://www.woodweb.com/cgi-bin/forums/cabinetmaking.pl?read=770284
Featured Project
This 100 (plus) year old house was updated
with wainscot.
Check it out at the Project Gallery.
http://www.woodweb.com/galleries/project/posts/4492.html
This issue of the WOODWEB Update is
sponsored in part by KCD Software:
KCD Software is an award-winning manufacturer of custom software
designed to facilitate woodworkers, designers, builders and renovators
of cabinetry and closets. Visit our website at:
http://www.kcdsoftware.com/CCD-try.html
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Recent Additions to
the Woodworkers Directory
The following companies recently created
free web pages at the
Woodworkers Directory. Create yours at:
http://www.woodindustry.com/woodworkers/index.html
Merrill Cabinets Woodworking and Design
http://www.woodindustry.com/woodworkers/Master/10610.html
S & S Woodworking
http://www.woodindustry.com/woodworkers/Master/10611.html
Legendworks Custom
http://www.woodindustry.com/woodworkers/Master/10614.html
Web Marketing 101
If you have put off making your site mobile
ready, this may push you a step closer. Google has definitely been beating
the drum for mobile friendly sites, and this is a big step. It's not hard
to believe they are giving such sites a boost in search results as well.
Google Officially
Debuts "Mobile-Friendly" Labels
This issue of the WOODWEB Update is
sponsored in part by
C.R. Onsrud, Inc.:
Manufacturer of CNC routers, inverted routers, and routing accessories
Web highlights:
- Video Demos Online
- Machine Specifications
- 24 Hour Parts and Service
- User Testimonials
www.cronsrud.com
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Knowledge Base Highlights
See a complete list of the most recent additions
to our Knowledge Base at:
http://woodweb.com/Resources/RSMostRecentKBArticles.html
Here's some great architectural woodworking history: a look at old track-and-roller pocket door hardware with some original ads and patent documentation.
http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Historic_Roller_Track_Door_Hardware.html
Wise advice from a pro helps a trim carpenter detail the joint where hallway baseboard moulding turns and goes down a staircase.
http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Baseboard_Transition_at_the_Top.html
This discussion about a proposed custom project includes insight regarding why miters in wide solid wood do not perform well. Some alternate suggestions are
offered.
http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Wide_Miters_in_Wood_Countertops.html
An informative discussion of the risks inherent in constructing glued slab cabinet doors.
http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Whether_to_Build_a_Big_Order_of_Slab_Doors.html
Advice on how to deal with designers who
supply vague sketches and ask you to take on the job.
http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/When_a_Designer_Hands_You_Sketchy_Drawings.html
Video Pick
Techno CNC Routers features assorted router videos including custom fabrication and foam cutting. To view
the video, click on the link below and scroll down to the
Techno CNC Routers video link:
http://www.woodweb.com/VideoLibrary/VLAlpha.html
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