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Doing what they do best
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 16 August 2010 00:00
The owners of Nelson's Cabinets Inc. make it their priority to keep up with current styles and trends using the latest in computer design software, machinery and quality materials. Whether the project is a house full of cabinets or just a few, their attention to detail sets the company apart.
You can take it to the bank
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 16 August 2010 00:00
When considering a machinery purchase, the price and how to pay for it probably come to mind first. But before doling out cash or writing a check, read on.
Risks and rewards
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 19 July 2010 00:00
When Dale Hagerty purchased Cabinets by Charron in Escondido, Calif., in 1979, the deal included a small customer base, some basic machinery and a few anxious employees. It was hard, even for Hagerty, to imagine that the business would prosper for another 31 years and counting.
Software that opens new doors
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 19 July 2010 00:00
Woodworkers, including everyone from cabinetmakers to closet makers to carvers, greatly depend on the reliability and simplicity of their CAD programs. In turn, software design companies are continually enhancing their products and making them easier to use. These products can significantly boost productivity and the good news is they no longer require purchasers to have an engineering background. Perhaps the only dilemma is deciding which product to go with.
Split the difference
Written by John English Monday, 14 June 2010 00:00
A cross between traditional miter saws and radial arm saws, the sliding compound miter saw handles all the jobs those other tools used to do - framing, base and case, crown molding, the works. While the blade ultimately determines the quality of a cut, the saws themselves offer a huge variety of features that affect the woodworker more than the wood.
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