Industry Updates
Curated trade, equipment, and market updates for frame-shop owners — each article includes an XKY take on what it means for your line.
For frame shops
What is changing in framing — and why it matters
We add a handful of curated updates each week with an XKY perspective on equipment, trade, and market shifts. Latest added July 13, 2026.
Superfici America has Advanced Finishing Solutions
Superfici America will showcase finishing solutions at IWF 2026 booth B7150, including live demonstrations of the Mini Plus spray system. Their sales and engineering teams will be available to discuss applications for wo
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New Automatic Edge Bander from Cantek America
Cantek America will unveil the MX380PRO automatic edge bander at IWF 2026. The machine features pneumatic quick-setting for fast edge thickness changes, a quick-change glue pot system, and comprehensive working units inc
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Oneida Air Systems to Present Smart Boost Technology
Oneida Air Systems will showcase its Smart Boost technology for high-pressure applications, such as CNCs and edge banders, at IWF 2026. The technology combines variable speed fan motors with cyclone separation, powered b
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Discover the Benefits of Insert Tooling from Vortex
Vortex Tool Co. will showcase its Laser Edge Diamond PCD insert tooling at IWF 2026. The tooling features fully replaceable CNC PCD profile inserts that eliminate the need for re-tipping or service. Laser-cut diamond edg
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Altendorf will celebrate milestone at IWF
Altendorf will celebrate its 120th anniversary at IWF 2026 in Atlanta, showcasing its full machine range at Booth B7972. The company emphasizes intuitive operation, short setup times, and maximum productivity. The F 35 s
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Stiles to bring mass timber and off-site construction solutions to new IWF showcase
Stiles Machinery will participate in the International Woodworking Fair's new Mass Timber & Pre-Fab Showcase, debuting at IWF 2026 (August 25-28, Atlanta). Partnering with HOMAG Group companies Kallesoe, System TM, and W
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EGGER carries a full range of matching edge banding
EGGER Wood Products will showcase a wide array of edge banding options at IWF 2026, including matching, accent, and end grain options. The company states that these options help eliminate time spent sourcing materials, e
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Golden Eagle Provides Industrial-Grade Cutterhead Solutions
Golden Eagle will showcase its Finger Joint Cutterhead Series at the 2026 IWF in Atlanta. The series includes three configurations: Combination, Integration, and Replacement types, designed for industrial woodworking lin
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Take Advantage of Learning and Development Opportunities
The IWF 2026 Education Conference offers practical, tested ideas and techniques from woodworking insiders to help businesses achieve real-world success. IWF Atlanta is North America's largest showcase of machinery, mater
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These 5 Trade Shows Are Where New Tools Make Their Debut - SlashGear
The article lists five trade shows where new tools debut: International Woodworking Fair (IWF) in Atlanta (Aug 25-28, 2026), the largest North American woodworking show with over 26,500 attendees and 1,000+ exhibitors; E
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Woodworkers ‘power up’ at IWF
IWF 2026, North America's largest woodworking event, will be held Aug. 25-28 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The theme is 'Power Up Your Business,' featuring new technology, machinery, materials, and sup
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84 products entered into IWF 2026 Challengers award competition
Eighty-four new products from 65 companies have been entered into the IWF 2026 Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award competition. IWF is North America's largest wood products technology and design show, held August
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