LIGNA.21 has been rescheduled to autumn, after postponing its original event date from May to September 27 to October 1, 2021. Following intensive reflections and discussions, and in view of the current developments in the global incidence of infections in …

J. Schmalz GmbH has developed a new gripper for automated handling: The FQE is suitable for a variety of different tasks, including on collaborative robots, and grips workpieces of varying shapes and sizes with speed and reliability. With a vision …

The European furnishing industry is doing exceptionally well even in times of the corona pandemic. It is undoubtedly one of the exceptional industries that has seen strong growth, especially recently. This is closely connected with the end consumers, who are …

APPG and UK Government jointly emphasises on green recovery through wood in construction. The Chairman of the All-Party Group on Forestry and Tree Planting has written to Lord Goldsmith adding the APPG’s support to accelerated tree planting – and action …

Drytac has released Protac Antimicrobial in the UK & Europe, a new laminating film that protects surfaces against bacteria and fungus. This clear film is composed of textured polyester with a hard top coat. The antimicrobial additives are incorporated during …

DIEFFENBACHER offers complete solution to the African wood-based panels industry by delivering the plant. In El Tarf, Algeria, assembly is ongoing on the first continuous wood-based panel plant in North Africa. BIGSTAR subsidiary Panneaux d’Algérie commissioned DIEFFENBACHER to supply the …

Confor promised to keep tree planting at the heart of the climate change debate – and to press politicians for decisive action – after more compelling evidence that forestry has a major part to play in charting the UK’s path …

BSW Timber, the UK’s leading integrated forestry and timber company, has announced its latest investment of €40m in Slovenia, constructing a new sawmill, CHP plant and pellet manufacturing facility which will see the creation of 170 new jobs.   Representatives …

APF 2016, the UK’s largest and most exciting forestry, woodland, arboricultural, trees and timber event will be the biggest and best event Confor presents ever staged in their 42 year history. Over 300 exhibitors have now booked sites, which is …