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.
SCM at IWF: Advanced Technology, Automation and a Stronger North American Organization to Support Customer Growth
SCM will showcase a comprehensive range of woodworking technologies, automation solutions, and digital services at IWF 2026, with a nearly 25,000 sq ft booth. Highlights include the Lean Cell (entry-level high-speed nest
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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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Northtech Machine Named Finalist for IWF 2026 Challengers Award
Northtech Machine's iGlueSRCD, an automatic glue applicator for stile and rail cabinet door construction, is a finalist for the IWF 2026 Challengers Award. The machine automates glue application: operator places a part,
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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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IWF Announces 2026 Challengers Award Finalists
IWF has announced 20 finalists for the 2026 Challengers Award from 84 entries by 65 exhibiting companies. Finalists will demonstrate live on August 25, 2026, with seven winners announced on August 26. The list includes e
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Robotic Solutions will demonstrate an automated finishing process at IWF
Robotic Solutions will demonstrate an automated finishing process at IWF 2026 in Atlanta, featuring a CMA Robotics Inverted Shuttle System loaded and unloaded by a KUKA robot. The KUKA robot picks cabinet doors and place
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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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