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November
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News from the Woodworking Machinery Industry Association
Coming Events
April 9-12, 2003
WIC 2003
Vinoy
St. Petersburg, Fla.
April 21-24, 2004
WIC 2004
Sheraton El Conquistador
Tucson, Ariz.
August 26-29, 2004
IWF 2004
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, Ga.
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WMIA Goes Digital
In order to better serve its members, WMIA has moved its fax newsletter online. This allows for desktop delivery and more extensive content.
WMIA will publish one more issue of its printed newsletter, WMIA Today, before that too goes electronic. We welcome your feedback on the newsletter format. If you have comments, send them to Rainey Smick at WMIA headquarters.
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WIC 2003 Set for St. Petersburg
One great contact, one great idea, one great business seminar -- that's all it takes to make WIC 2003 worth your while. Given WIC's loaded agenda, your odds are good for a substantial return on your investment. DETAILS
IWF 2002 Takes the Lead on Two Fronts
IWF 2002 the largest event in its 36-year history. More than 42,000 buyers were serious about improving their businesses, investing in new technology and exploring new production methods to improve efficiency. DETAILS
2003 Sourcebook Premieres at IWF
WMIA's 2003 Sourcebook made its debut at IWF 2002. WMIA representatives and members distributed more than 4,000 copies of the book, which serves as a complete guide to WMIA members and their products. DETAILS
Profit Improvement Report
The current attitude of most WMIA members could probably be summed up with one word - uncertainty. The economy may or may not be improving and sales may or may not grow over the next few months. DETAILS
WMIA News and Notes
New members, appointments and events. Here's the latest from WMIA. DETAILS
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Industry News
Winners of IWF 2002 Challengers Award¨ Announced
The winners of the internationally acclaimed Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award¨ were recognized in August. The Challengers Award¨ focuses on companies that have distinguished themselves by developing innovative technology in products, services or manufacturing techniques. DETAILS
AWFS¨ Takes the AWFS¨ Fair to the Next Level
The Association of Woodworking & Furnishing Suppliers has taken significant steps to advance the quality and value of the AWFS¨ Fair by fully internalizing the production and management of its trade show. DETAILS
Schroeder Named Executive Vice President of WMMPA
Kellie Schroeder will be the new executive vice president of the Wood Moulding & Millwork Producers Association. Schroeder is replacing Jim Costello, who is leaving at the end of this year. DETAILS
Winners Named in ACSA/Wood Products Council Competition
The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture announced the winners of the 2001-02 ACSA/Wood Products Council Student Design Competition. DETAILS
IWF Announces Design Emphasis Award Winners
Design Emphasis, the advanced-level student furniture design competition at the International Woodworking Machinery and Furniture Supply Fair - USA, has announced the winners of this year's competition. DETAILS
AWI Announces Outstanding Safety Achievement Honorees
The Architectural Woodwork Institute and its insurance partner, CNA, are proud to announce that 46 Architectural Woodwork Manufacturing members are being recognized in the second annual AWI/CNA Safety Awards Program. DETAILS
WoodLINKS Recognizes Michigan Leader
The key to the success of any WoodLINKS program is the quality of involvement from the woodworking industry. Keith Malmstadt of Holland, Mich. has been recognized for his leadership and commitment to WoodLINKS. DETAILS
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From the Trade Press
Benchmarking the Wood Household Furniture Industry
Contributed by Wood Digest
A research study performed by North Carolina State University and the USDA Forest Service has identified competitive business strategies for the U.S. wood furniture market in todayâs global economy. DETAILS
Woodworking Equipment Sales Up for the First Half of 2002
Contributed by Modern Woodworking
First and second quarter sales in 2002 of woodworking equipment increased dramatically from third and fourth quarter sales in 2001. Machining centers, planers, jointers, wood lathes and ripsaws were the biggest leaders. DETAILS
Study Sees Cabinet Demand Increasing Through 2006
Contributed by Wood & Wood Products
A new study by The Freedonia Group Inc. projects U.S. cabinet demand to increase to $15.6 billion by 2006, an annual growth rate of 6.8%. DETAILS
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WMIA Member News
Kleinschmidt Participates in Combois Meeting
The member companies of Combois met earlier this year in Frankfurt, Germany for their annual technical information meeting. Stiles Machinery, Inc. is the only U.S. member of the Combois organization. DETAILS
Oliverson Joins Atlantic Machinery Corporation
Atlantic Machinery Corporation announced that Jeff Oliverson has joined the company's sales team as area manager - Western U.S. DETAILS
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