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.
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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Axalta launches Zencore cabinet coating system
Axalta Coating Systems has launched Zencore, a cabinet coating system for high-volume manufacturers in North America. Based on Zenamel chemistry, it reduces coating steps from three to two by combining primer and enamel
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Picture Frame Market Size, Share & Growth Graph by 2034 - Straits Research
The picture frame market was valued at USD 10.82 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 17.08 billion by 2034 at a CAGR of 5.2%. North America held the largest share (36.81% in 2025), while Asia Pacific is the fas
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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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