Porcelain Processing in Australia

2024-03-19T14:35:11+11:00

What's the ultimate strategy amidst rising demand? In the current Australian market, there is a growing trend towards using porcelain, favoured by architects, interior designers, and consumers. This change is driven by factors like government policies and a move towards safer, more sustainable materials, highlighting the important role of stone masons and fabricators as they [...]

Porcelain Processing in Australia2024-03-19T14:35:11+11:00

Planit, Exactly What You Need

2024-03-19T14:23:32+11:00

Effective, customer-first companies have the courage to frequently refocus on how best to deliver the services their clients need. This was the case four years ago when Cassandra (Sandy) Passmore assumed ownership of Planit Australia, reseller of the industry-leading CABINET VISION software. The result is an unrivalled customer experience with better, streamlined service. For over [...]

Planit, Exactly What You Need2024-03-19T14:23:32+11:00

The Kreator has landed

2024-03-19T14:21:06+11:00

2024 is a milestone year for Australian manufacturing. Why? Because the Kreator has arrived. It is the first-ever large-format hybrid 3D printer + 5 axis CNC milling machine to reach local shoes. As such, this revolutionary piece of equipment is set to disrupt homegrown design and innovation. The brainchild of Italian machinery leaders CMS and [...]

The Kreator has landed2024-03-19T14:21:06+11:00

Can-Do with Biesse

2024-03-19T14:16:00+11:00

Steve and Michelle Simmonds know the value of family and relationships, and the value the right partner can bring to their company. Recently, Steve and Michelle partnered with Biesse to provide their first CNC nesting machine to improve their technological advantage, meet the demands of a busy workshop and increase production. Simmonds Kitchens is located [...]

Can-Do with Biesse2024-03-19T14:16:00+11:00

CDK Stone showcases fabrication innovation at Melbourne event

2024-03-21T10:53:52+11:00

CDK Stone hosted its Fabrication Innovation Event on March 7th and 8th, aimed at educating the industry on advancements and innovative factory practices. The event, held at CDK Stone's Melbourne warehouse, showcased the latest in machinery, software, and automation, that are shaping the future of processing diverse materials. Amid challenges such as limited staffing, factory [...]

CDK Stone showcases fabrication innovation at Melbourne event2024-03-21T10:53:52+11:00

IFA Decorative Finishes by SURTECO

2023-11-23T11:45:22+11:00

Article by Laura Hedges, Specification and Design Consultant, SURTECO Australia   What do you see as the current trends/innovations in the decorative finishes industry?    We have seen an influx of natural materials and earth inspired colour tones take precedence. There has been a large emphasis on the tactility of decorative surfaces and finishes to [...]

IFA Decorative Finishes by SURTECO2023-11-23T11:45:22+11:00

What differentiates Elton Group from other timber veneers suppliers?

2023-11-23T11:43:38+11:00

With a background of sourcing and supplying timber veneer stretching back 80 years, Elton Group work closely with our specialist suppliers in Italy, Germany and Japan. Our design-led team identify the nuances of the Australian market and ensure products are developed and curated for Australian design trends, conditions and standards.  The Eveneer brand was first [...]

What differentiates Elton Group from other timber veneers suppliers?2023-11-23T11:43:38+11:00

Industry 5.0 Are We There Yet?

2023-11-23T11:40:57+11:00

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is expected to have a major impact on manufacturing, including woodworking industries and the way AI is accelerating, that impact may be sooner than we think. A number of leading suppliers to the woodworking trades are already using AI to improve their product performance. Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the development of [...]

Industry 5.0 Are We There Yet?2023-11-23T11:40:57+11:00

Precision and Safety

2023-11-28T09:26:01+11:00

Stone masonry with laser templating and handling tools The stone masonry industry is experiencing a significant shift with the introduction of advanced tools that enhance measurement accuracy and improve the safety of stone transportation. The LT-2D3D Laser Templator is leading this shift, offering a high level of measurement precision that significantly reduces the reliance on [...]

Precision and Safety2023-11-28T09:26:01+11:00

Essential CNC Cabinet Manufacturing

2023-11-23T11:55:17+11:00

The two machine types most used by cabinet manufacturers are the CNC processing centre, often still referred to as a ‘point-to-point’ machine; and the edge-banding machine. These two machines are subject to continuous technical and performance improvements by suppliers and constitute the two most ‘must-have’ machines in the cabinet factory. There is little doubt the [...]

Essential CNC Cabinet Manufacturing2023-11-23T11:55:17+11:00
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