Joiners Magazine June 2012

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Joinery, Cabinetmaking & Kitchen Manufacturing Industries

June 2012

surfaces & inserts types & trends

edgebanders machinery & auxilaries

finishing wood looking good

White

Anthracite

BLANCO SILGRANIT™ PuraDur™ II NEW Alu-Metallica

MARRIAGE OF WHEN THE NATURAL LOOK OF AN INFINITY® SOLID SURFACE WORKTOP MEETS A GERMAN HANDCRAFTED SINK, YOU HAVE A MARRIAGE THAT LASTS A LIFETIME. BLANCO SILGRANIT™ PuraDur™ II sinks consist of a unique new easy care sink material which has been patented and developed exclusively by BLANCO, Germany. With a satin stone finish that feels and looks like a natural material. Resistant to dirt, stains and metal abrasion as well as scratch resistant with heat resistance up to 280° celsius and resistant to impact. Available in anthracite and white finishes, the colour always co-ordinates perfectly with the wide variety of BLANCO taps.

Add a matching Silgranit™ Blanco tap for the perfect partnership.

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Benchtops & Sink Inserts Broken Stone

Polar White

King Sand

Alabaster

Platinum

Glacier

Silver Birch

Sonara

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THE MINDS 100% ACRYLIC INFINITY BENCHTOPS COME IN A RANGE OF 9 BEAUTIFUL SHADES. A PERFECT MATCH FOR YOUR BLANCO SINK. Acrylic benchtops have been around for over 30 years and have been regularly used in commercial applications. Now this high quality surface has become popular in residential homes. The most attractive feature of Infinity® is the ability to join pieces together seamlessly, providing the appearance that your benchtop is carved from one solid piece. Undermount sinks can be easily integrated into the benchtop. The range of Blanco sink and tapware are a perfect partner with Infinity® benchtops.

Together they will service you for a lifetime.

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There’s a world of difference between a good MDF and the

Best.

Explore the subtle strengths of GoldenEdge and you’ll soon discover a strong measure of independence, maturity and experience.

Combine with a history of technical innovation, sophisticated production processes and the extensive knowledge of staff who have grown with us and you'll experience a world of difference with GoldenEdge MDF.

Experience the Best

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www.nelsonpine.co.nz Nelson Pine Industries Ltd, Nelson, New Zealand

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bench mark kitchens 12 COVER Stone benchtop

Along with whiteware, benchtops and inserts form the all important working triangle in the kitchen - we look at the latest trends in terms of function and aesthetics.

photo courtesy Celia Visser see story page 13

COLUMNS Master Joiners 4 Rhys Powell talks of the release of the 4211 program.

surface cover 24 Whether covering wood or panel, finishes need to look good and wear hard. Manufacturers have spent decades and dollars on R&D to ensure both.

Dr Buzz 71 Duncan Such on the situation in Europe and its effect on our hemisphere.

Due Process 72 Geoff Hardy looks at some disturbing trends in the building industry.

A view from both sides 73 Tony DeLorenzo discusses retail, trade and online sales and competition.

Web Directions 74 Matt Woodward look at the latest in browser technology.

awisa returns 36 The GFC meant that we missed an AWISA back in 2010 but next month sees it return refreshed and promising to be as important as ever to all those working with wood and panel.

doing the edges 47 Edgebanding continues to become more automated and hands-off with every technological advancement. We look at the latest machines as they continue to make this task more efficient.

REGULAR News & Info 4 - 11 JITO news - 70 Trade Directories - 76, 80 Product Focus - 84 Classifieds - 86, 88

hardwood types 64 Hardwood continues to be a popular material for a wide range of uses in joinery, flooring and furniture.

We look at the definition of a hardwood and those commonly available in NZ from sustainable sources.

International comment & comparison - dust extraction p.68

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from the presidents desk

4211 release at Conference The next few months are going to be busy and exciting months for our industry but I feel we still need to proceed with caution. Joiners I have talked to have been positive about work loads but none have been able to say that their positive workloads show signs of being long term.

It is great to see the ongoing progress on the 4211 programme with the manual hopefully being ready for release at the conference in Napier. This release will be a significant step forward in the programme. The major overhaul of timber windows and doors is long overdue and will be of great value to us all. This has been a huge undertaking and a big thank you must go out to Garry McNaughton, Ken Monk, Julian Jacques and Dennis McNaughton for all their time and knowledge that has been put into a programme that will have a long term effect on the whole industry.

The Master Joiners Conference is to be held in Napier on the 21st – 23rd June promises to be yet another great opportunity for all joiners to get together, network, catch up with mates and of course show case their work in the awards. This year see’s a record number of entries in these awards which is great to see and highlights the fact that the popularity and support for this conference grows from year to year. As always there is something for everyone with quality speakers and great workshops and activities.

The other event that has reappeared on many joiners radar is AWISA on 11th – 14th July in Sydney. Missing from the events calendar for a period of time it is good to see this exhibition back. The opportunity to see the newest technology, newly released products, hardware and droole over all types of machinery has always been a popular event on the joinery calendar.

A great edition of SICAM is clearly taking shape According to a recent study by the US-based ABM Business Information Network, investments made by companies at a global level in the trade fair sector in 2011 count for 40% of the total investments made in communication, with a 2.2% growth on 2010 figures. So, onwards and upwards with trade fairs.

And so, SICAM is progressing very rapidly towards a sell-out of all of its spaces for the upcoming fourth edition earmarked for October 17th to 20th taking place at the trade fair area of Pordenone.

Once more it will be a trade fair with a strong international presence: not only the exhibitors, but also the visitors. The last edition recorded more than 17,500 visitors overall: 27% of them from 89 different foreign countries. As always over the history of the event, these were led by Germany. Then came Russia, Slovenia, France, Spain, Great Britain, Poland, and Austria. There was also magnificent response from more further afield markets, such as Brazil, China, and South Korea; and also increasing participation from the United States.

The trade fair’s strong thematic specialisation, together with the distinctive qualification of the companies present, means that visiting SICAM represents an optimisation of time and resources for all. “We do not want to go beyond what has always been our mission. We do not want to open our doors to other categories or product groups,” SICAM’s organiser, Carlo Giobbi, revealed. “We organise a trade fair to service the furniture industry: no more. This project clarity is appreciated by the operators. Specialisation is what the market needs, and operational practicality is cherished and becoming increasingly more necessary”. 

I look forward to catching up with many of you at the conference in Napier.

Rhys Powell President NZ Master Joiners

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From The Publisher

World Conference on Timber Engineering

Showtime

Auckland 15 - 19 July 2012 2012 marks the return of the AWISA Exhibition in Sydney, Australia for the first time since 2008. This show has been regarded as the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and because of its closeness to New Zealand, of considerable interest here. We have lots on AWISA in this issue accordingly. JOINERS Magazine will be there and we will have a full report on the event in our September issue.

The Master Joiners Conference is on in late June and will be held in sunny Napier, always a great conference and entertainment venue. We will have full coverage again, in our September issue of the event and the winners of the Master Joiners Awards and Apprentice Awards. In association with the AWISA coverage we have a feature looking at the latest in edgebanding technology from the leading suppliers. Much of the technology will in fact be on display at AWISA as well.

For those looking at the kitchen scene we have a feature looking at benchtops and sinks in the modern home. Leading kitchen designer Celia Visser opens it with some interesting comments and her thoughts from a recently held design show in Milan (biggest of its kind in the world).

No seams seems to be the word and innovative use of different materials look to be to the fore. The variety of product out there is impressive and demonstrates the continued importance of the kitchen.

Something else we look at involving both outdoor and indoor is the wide range of wood finishes out there.

Kiwis still have a real love affair with wood be it decks and pergolas outside and wood trimmings everywhere inside. Choosing the right finish and maintaining it is the secret though.

Read on and enjoy Bob Nordgren

SCE Managing Director Graeme McMaster (left) with Chief Executive Officer Paul Thorn.

New CEO for SCE The Southern Cross Engineering Group, one of New Zealand’s largest mechanical project engineering companies, has recently appointed Paul Thorn to the newly-created position of Chief Executive Officer, reporting to the Group’s Managing Director, Graeme McMaster.

Paul has a Bachelor of Engineering degree with first class honours, majoring in Applied Mechanics, and is a graduate of the University of Technology, Sydney. He takes up his appointment from a former position as Auckland-based General Manager of Visy Recycling NZ Limited, where he held complete responsibility for strategic, financial and operational accountability.

Paul has had extensive experience in the corporate sector, both in New Zealand and overseas. He previously held various marketing, operational and manufacturing roles with Winstone Wallboards, a subsidiary of Fletcher Building, where he was primarily responsible for the retention of market share and development of growth strategies. Prior to that, an appointment as General Manager Operations for a Fletcher Challenge initiative in Chile saw him involved in evaluating the feasability of a plaster and plasterboard business in that country.

This event is held every two years to foster international collaboration in technological developments in the timber industry. It will have keynote sessions and educational presentations that disseminate research, inspire designers, increase research and design capability and advanced implementation of timber in large scale construction.

For more information go to www.conference.co.nz/wcte2012

free software For the last three years JOINERS Magazine and 3dKitchen have been offering readers the opportunity to win over $15,000 worth of free software. This year the offer is being made again. If you are a cabinetmaker not currently using software in the design and production side of your business then it is likely you are eligible. See page 85 for details.

Paul is married, has three children and lists family activities, lifestyle farming and cycling as his recreational interests. He is a past member of the New Zealand Shipping Council and Shipping Federation.

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“Taking on the role at SCE was driven by my personal desire to return, professionally, to a role that demanded the skills of my basic training in engineering,” said Paul Thorn.

“It also required the leadership qualities that I had honed over many years of industrial experience within New Zealand and Australia. I wanted to help build and deliver useful, large scale solutions that solve real problems for real people.”

Master Joiner Awards

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The 12th World Conference on Timber Engineering will be held at the SKYCITY Convention Centre in Auckland next month.

This is a most prestigious international event that brings together engineers, manufacturers, architects, designers, managers, researchers and academics to present and discuss the latest developments in timber engineering, engineered wood products and design of timber structures.

The annual Master Joiner Conference is being held in Napier this month. Part of the Conference is the announcement of the winning entries in the Master Joiner Awards and the Master Joiners Apprentice Awards. They were too early in the month for results to be published in this issue but look out for coverage of the winning entries along with a commentary on the Conference in our next issue. 

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The magazine for the joinery, cabinetmaking & kitchen manufacturing industries Official Publication of the New Zealand Joinery Manufacturers Federation and the Laminate Fabricators Society

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a weekend with Blum

Top left: Urs Boher, Christian Schwerzler, Juergen Schweigkofler. Far left: Christian Schwerzler, Mel Sanders. Left: Lynn Plom, Moira Smith. Bottom Left: Tony & Christine Cook, Stephanie Kusal. Bottom middle: Debra DeLorenzo, Robyn Bartlett, Nicola Cumming.

Bottom right: Kathy Gibbs, Owen Workman, Scott Ronald, Margarette Sellers

Blum celebrate opening new Auckland site in style

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ust after JOINERS March issue was released, architectural hardware supplier Blum NZ Limited officially opened their new site in Avondale, Auckland. The facility combines their head office, training rooms, lab kitchen, test drive kitchen, warehouse and 310m2 showroom.

trip for guests over to North Shore’s top spot The Wharf. Tops it is with a marvelous outlook over the Waitemata and Harbour Bridge. With a delightful mix of kitchen manufacturers and interior designers from all over New Zealand and great food and entertainment the evening went off with a bang.

The opening celebrations started with the launch of Blum’s new Tandembox Intivo range at the Pullman Hotel in down town Auckland late on a Friday afternoon followed by a bus

The next morning bright and early came the official opening of Blum’s new facility in Rosebank Rd, Avondale. A stirring Maori ceremony met by Blum’s three overseas guests

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Urs, Christian and Juergen was followed by a series of guided tours through the whole facility ending with lunch provided in a specially set up marquee adjacent to the building.

The Saturday night saw a more formal evening of entertainment and dinner at the Auckland Museum, truly a weekend to remember for all who attended. 

Home Ideas Expo 2012 The Free Home Ideas Expo is an event for anyone who is building, renovating or decorating their homes. Get free advice from experts on products and services available.

Bring your plans along and talk to builders and designers.

NZ Wood Resene Timber Design Awards 2012 Host of the Awards, NZ Wood, have announced the three judges this year are Duncan Joiner (Chief Architect, Dept Building & Housing), Pip Cheshire (Principal, Cheshire Architects) and Ross Davison (Director, Law Sue Davison).

Resene Total Colour Awards 2012 These Awards recognize creative and excellent use of Resene Colour in a range of commercial and residential categories with winners to be announced at an awards event on 23 August in Auckland

With over 200 suppliers covering everything from kitchens to bathrooms, flooring to heating, and more. Make sure you don't miss it!

Along with NZ Wood, Resene Paints and NZ Timber Design Society Inc. are the principal sponsors of the Awards. There are nine categories with Stage One entry closing on 22 June and Stage Two by 7 September.

The winners will be announced at an awards evening in Auckland on 9 October 2012.

There is a showcase of a wide range of entries on the Resene website for reference.

The judges this year are Sylvia Sandford, Paul Leuschke, Nicole Stock and Jackie Clarke. The winners in each category receive a $1000 prize and a sought after Resene Total Colour Sculpture. The overall winner gets the Nightingale award and an exclusive sculpture. All entries should be in by 30 June 2012.

More information at www.homeideas.co.nz

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You can also go in the draw to win $3,000 worth of products from Robertson Agencies plus many more giveaways including Resene testpot vouchers and fandecks plus plenty of Expo specials.

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Back at the deskface - Jacks staff return to their refurbished building in Ferry Road.

Jacks return to their Christchurch base

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here was a celebration at W&R Jack Ltd late last month as they returned to their refurbished building just off one of Christchurch’s four avenues. With a sparkling new showroom and the anticipation of NZ’s largest ever rebuild on their doorstep, the return to their Ferry Road premises marks the end of a long wait for Jacks’ Christchurch staff.

Being on Ferry Road between Fitzgerald and Moorhouse Aves, Jacks’ Christchurch showroom was hit hard by the February and June quakes. “We thought we’d got away with it following September,” says salesman Vernon Bruce. “But in February this whole stretch of road turned into a lake.” The quake smashed the front windows, flooded the building with liquefaction, and left one corner of the showroom on a distinct tilt. “We had to move out of our offices and sit in the showroom because of the flooding,” says technician Ian Jackson, “but sitting in the showroom, our chairs kept rolling us into the wall!”

Working closely with the landlord, the Jacks building at 159 was assessed for damage and deemed repairable – a 9 month project that has just been completed, making it one of the first buildings to be fixed in what is now a pretty desolate stretch of road. “We were fortunate to find a nearby car yard we could work from during the repair period,” says salesman

Mark Stevens. “It was far from perfect but it kept us close to our original building – and customers found us ok.” But with no three phase power, two rooms for an office and a garage as a showroom, selling and servicing machinery has been difficult.

Meanwhile at their original site their building was complete gutted, a new floor poured, offices rebuilt, and finally a twoton gantry crane ‘shimmed’ by 140mm to enable it to be used again. “Given they only poured concrete floor a few days before the December quakes we were pretty concerned we’d have to start again” says Ian Jackson. “But there was no apparent damage.”

Nearby, working out of three 40’ containers on a car yard site also came with its problems. “You could guarantee when someone bought something it was at the back of a container,” says Vernon.

“Meaning a 45 minute forklift expedition to unload it. Then repack it all.” Jacks’ Auckland branch has been very supportive, providing as much logistical help as possible, as well as staff for the quake clean ups and subsequent moves, and overflow storage for stock that could no longer be held in Christchurch.

As with any company working with wood, Jacks are positive about the future, hence their impatience to get back into their old premises. “As everyone in

Christchurch now knows, timber is the rebuild material of choice” says Marketing Manager Richard Bealing. “As the rebuild picks up pace there’s going to be an enormous amount of work to be done. We’re hoping to play our part in the rebuild by providing the machinery and service to mean most of that work is done locally.”

Jacks are also agents for some German manufacturers that offer exciting opportunities for timber buildings in Christchurch. “There’s a growing awareness about the big advantages prefabrication offers over traditional construction techniques, particularly in timber.

Also with the development of damage-avoidance building technology such as that developed at the University of Canterbury, and new materials such as CLT from the XLAM plant in Nelson – we know Christchurch will become a centre of timber building technology worldwide, so we’re looking forward to it.”

But it’s not all grand designs and huge machinery. “We’ve been just as busy finding spare parts for people who have had their bandsaw or buzzer fall over in their shed at home” says Mark.

“With over sixty years trading we’ve got a pretty good spare parts catalogue – and we help where we can.” 

Dust problem blown away

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his new Egmont Air dust extraction system was recently installed for Pacific Doors Systems, Timaru factory. The company specialises in the manufacture of industrial and commercial doors and windows for fire, smoke, acoustic, ballistic, security, detention, and architectural applications. They also specialise in high quality veneer work and are able to press large sized doors.

The introduction of a new large CNC router at its Timaru facility meant a new dust extraction system was required. Pacific Doors contacted the team at Egmont Air to evaluate their requirements and commission a system that would provide enough suction for the CNC and other machinery.

Another design consideration was the need to maintain a dust-free and clean environment, Egmont Air designed the system with a sealed discharge connection to a waste management bin to ensure that the dust was effectively contained and would not cause any harm to the environment, create a hazard or become a nuisance for neighbours.

Timing of the project was also important.

The dust extraction system had to be installed with minimum disruption to production. Mr Michael Pearson of Pacific Doors comments,

“this project was on a tight timeline. Egmont Air gave us what we wanted, on time, with a very high level of pre-sale and after sale service and assistance.”

Egmont Air offers an on-site evaluation service to calculate and measure the extraction requirements and airflows for all applications.

They can supply a complete on-site service from ‘technical advice’ to ‘design & installation’ of turn-key projects.

A large range of products and solutions are available from one-man joinery shops to large timber processors and sawmills anywhere in New Zealand. Egmont Air dust extraction systems are a favourite solution for wood-working factories such as timber processors, boat builders, solid-timber and MDF manufacturers, which require a ‘great value’ system that offers suction performance and energy savings.

Egmont Air Systems are not only limited to wood-dust, being experienced in all types of extraction including smoke, fumes, paint spray, metallic dust and more. Many solutions are available off-the-shelf, for a FREE on-site evaluation for your requirements contact them today on 0800 781 200. 

Egmont Air Premium Series bag-house dust extraction system.

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Kitchens designed by Celia Visser.

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every kitchen has them Within the kitchen there are a number of important components, none more so than benchtop space and sinkware facilities. There are a wide range of combinations possible so what if anything, governs what goes where? JOINERS Magazine spoke to leading kitchen designer Celia Visser to find out - then we look at local examples over the following pages. cleanup station and baking station, not just in one particular zone as has been in the past. The sink position is a crucial decision.

Most often it is centrally located between work stations which has led to the rise in two sinks often being installed so the kitchen becomes more efficient,” comments Celia.

Celia Visser

Kitchens today are no longer just an area to prepare and cook food.

Its isolation has disappeared over the last few decades to be replaced with the ‘open living’ concept where the kitchen and adjacent living areas have been viewed as one. This is not only the result of the desire for better space utilization but also the demands of social interaction, after all it is estimated we spend some 50% of our time in the kitchen.

“Virtually every kitchen should reflect the need for practicality on the one hand and the desired look on the other. Ergonomically, everything in the kitchen should be stored where it is needed for ease of use with less reaching and walking. Bench space should be provided at each area of use, for example the cooking station,

Benchtop spaces as working areas in the kitchen tend to be governed by the interplay between the sink, the oven and the fridge. “This is known as the working triangle and today we are often designing two such triangles as more family members are using the kitchen at the same time, thus putting pressure on the use of bench and sink surfaces.”

There are many types of benchtops available today. Products range from laminate, timber, stainless steel and Corian ® through to natural stone such as granite and marble. Of particular note has been the increasing popularity of engineered stone which is made of natural quartz products but configured with resin into a product that is granite look alike but has a wider colour range and is very durable and more resistant to staining.

“When designing kitchens, slab size of the benchtop product needs to be carefully considered as well as any joins that are needed. For

as the features and benefits of the ever changing product choices on offer.” Celia says.

Bench space should be provided at each area of use, for example the cooking station, cleanup station and baking station, not just in one particular zone as has been in the past.

public health, joins should not be located near high use areas such as the hob and sink where dirt and grime can easily build up.

Undermounting or flush mounting a sink is preferable to keep these areas hygienic,” notes Celia.

Choice of product? It’s a case of matching the most suitable benchtop for the look and features of the design with the capabilities and colour choice of the product.

Positioning of the client’s house is also an important consideration. A north facing sink and bench while often desirable due to natural sunlight can also cause glare at certain times of the day whilst too much direct heat can lead to fading and warping with some colours and materials.”

What about the future?

“Kitchen design will always be an evolving art dictated to by fashion and technological innovations.

As a designer you need to keep up with the latest trends as well

Having recently returned from the world’s largest design show in Milan, she makes the following observations. “On one end man made products like Corian ® especially white, are back in the forefront whilst at the other end traditional products like natural stone and timbers are being used with mixed textures and sizes especially as feature areas.

A recurring theme at the moment due to recent world events has led to a nesting instinct with people wanting to create a secure home environment which influences the products we specify as designers.

With benchtops being the most widely used and visible surface in the kitchen they need to be carefully interwoven into the whole design process. Open Plan is here to stay but it is often combined with closed areas where mess and clutter including hobs and sinks can be hidden to give the appearance that the kitchen is more like a piece of furniture, thus capturing the essence of home, a sanctuary where we can shut the world out for a short while.” 

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Fragranite F

ragranite is a unique material pioneered by Franke that contains 80% tough granite particles to resist burns, dents, chips and stains. Naturally textured, warm to the touch and with a subtle sheen, they are the perfect solution to a germ free food preparation area. Following extensive testing and development, new Fragranite tackles the humble cleaning problem associated with composite sinks.

The revolutionary new Fragranite+ technology is now available on all Franke Fragranite sinks, which now enjoy ultra-smooth surfaces. The granite particles bonded together during the manufacture are now smaller, creating a smoother, flatter surface, reducing the chances for limescale to build up. It is also far more difficult for residue, food particles and bacteria to accumulate in between the granules, which greatly improves hygiene.

Tested against leading competitors, DuraKleen® Plus comes up trumps on stain resistance. Even after being left to sit on the sink for 18 hours, the toughest stains like beetroot, permanent marker, red wine and Iodine can simply be wiped clean away. Revolutionary new DuraKleen® Plus technology is now available on all Franke Fragranite and SilkSheenFragranite sinks.

Franke Fusion MTF951-100 An exclusive combination that only Franke can offer… . The purity of steel meets the warmth of Fragranite for the very first time, bringing these unique and distinctive sinks to life. Three elegant steel details fuse perfectly with Fragranite, making the dream of combining different materials a reality in the Franke Mythos Fusion.

Franke Kubus KBG110-50 No other kitchen sink material offers the durability and hard wearing properties of Fragranite. We use real granite particles, as the main component of every sink, and being the fourth hardest natural material known to man makes them impervious to scratches, marks and strains from knives, forks and other household objects. Even at 280° C the surface will not burn, and with Fragranite sinks now being 30% smoother, they’re even easier to keep clean.

These stunning sinks may be viewed at the Home Ideas Centre, 155 The Strand, Parnell, Auckland.

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stone the ultimate surface

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rethewey Artisan Stone is a leading supplier of granite, marble and quartz stone surfaces throughout the South Island. They specialise in kitchen bench tops, bathroom vanities and fire surrounds from standardised plans to customised designer projects. To get the perfect fit for your needs, it is important to understand the differences between the three products, their key characteristics and benefits.

Granite At Trethewey you’ll find a diverse range of granite from all over the world, from the exotic geology that gives Brazilian granite its unique colourings to the dense, black granite of India and others from Europe and Africa. All granites are unique, with scratch and stain resistance, a granite bench top will last many years with proper care. Manufacturing advances mean that as well as a polished finish, you can achieve a high quality honed (matt) or textured finish in most stone types. Ideal applications are bench tops, splashbacks, vanities, fire surrounds, wall coverings and interior flooring.

Marble Marble has a wonderful range and depth of colour that can make a striking statement and remains very popular. Not as durable as granite, it can be particularly susceptible to acid etching. While some topical treatments are available to provide etch protection, generally you should expect a marble bench top to build up a patina over time. Many clients love the personalised character this builds, but be sure to research how your marble bench top will perform over time, before selecting for a high use area, such as a kitchen.

Engineered Stone Engineered stone is becoming increasingly popular as the techniques behind its production evolve to create greater choice when it comes to colour and effect. Made from 94 to 95% natural quartz – the hardest, non-precious mineral, engineered stone is excellent in kitchens as it is scratch and stain resistant. It is particularly popular for light colours, providing the durability of granite and colour consistency that does not occur naturally. Internationally recognised brands available in New Zealand include Caesarstone, Silestone and Quarella.

As kitchen trends changes and evolve, stone remains the ultimate kitchen work surface. Visit our website www.artisanstone.co.nz or our showroom at 40 Acheron Drive, Riccarton, Christchurch.

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This page From Trethewey Artisan Stone.

A 30mm Caesarstone Nougat bench top, and a built up mitred edge on the island creating a striking central feature.

Opposite page From Trethewey Artisan Stone.

This Black Absolute Granite galley kitchen featuring twin undermounted bowls is a timeless classic that works equally well in a contemporary design.

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bamboo benchtops Last year GVP introduced the country to the Enspire range of bamboo decking with considerable success, they have now extended their representation of Enspire bamboo products in this country to include veneers, ply and panel for use in almost any aspect of the furniture and building trade.

As a well established panel, veneer and hardwood importer GVP is excited to be responsible for this brand. Holding FSC CoC certification, GVP promotes stewardship of the world’s forests and sees bamboo as the world’s most sustainable timber.

“It is an amazingly versatile raw material”, says Kerry Pearson, GVP Managing Director. “As bamboo products are manufactured by laminating strips together to form blocks, then blocks to form posts and so on, the range of product and use is virtually infinite. Add to that the fact that it is essentially a crop with natural regeneration and you have a very sustainable timber.”

“We are very pleased to market the Enspire bamboo range as it is considered class leading and has led the way in bamboo lamination technology with products for decking, furniture and building materials that are long lasting, functional and clearly beautiful.”

The range available in New Zealand includes veneer, ply and panels in a natural and carbonised finish with the added option of vertical or horizontal grain. The panels are available in 12, 15, 20 or 40mm thicknesses and because of the nature of the lamination process one side has a vertical pattern and the other side (the back) has a horizontal one, allowing design choice in its use.

The lamination gives the bamboo product similar strength and workability to plywood meaning it is suitable for a whole range of products in the house and kitchen including panels for kitchen cupboards, wall panelling, shelving and benchtops.

Available a range of thicknesses from veneer to 40mm solid panels the Enspire range of bamboo products is suitable for use in a wide range of applications while its regenerative nature means it is among the world most sustainable timbers.

For more information call GVP on 09 838 3000 or visit www.enspirebamboo.com

BAMBOO BENCHTOPS • DRAWER FRONTS • FURNITURE • SHELVING

available in veneer, ply & panel

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Acrylics from Unicorn Group affordable prices, high quality finish

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nicorn Group, acrylic fabricators based in the Auckland suburb of Henderson, are pleased to announce in conjunction with Hi-Macs from Gunnersen, the release of a new program providing high quality kitchen bench tops for the best price on the market.

Unicorn Group’s Gabriel Nicolau comments “Hi-Macs is a high quality acrylic material that can be used for almost any style of kitchen design. What we offer is a fully custom made product. Acrylic material provides for seamless joins, a highly desirable feature in any kitchen bench top. Because of this, we can provide a fusion of sinks, counters or wall panels, offering solutions that are aesthetically harmonious and functional.”

The Hi-Macs acrylics offer an hygienic long life surface being non porous and so antibacterial as well as being easily repairable if scratched or chipped. The secret lies in the acrylic resins which add extra strength to the product. The Hi-Macs range comes with a limited ten year warranty.

“The product has a very solid look with all overhangs and edges being fully built out so there is no substrate visible or touchable to give an even higher quality look.” says Mr Nicolau.

To commence the program Unicorn group are offering seven selected colours under a very appealing pricing structure. “These colours initially give us the ability to offer very good prices for such a high quality finish.”

Kitchen benchtops and splashbacks are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to applications of the Hi-Macs acrylics. There are a wide range of other applications as well from retail counter tops, restaurant and café tables, commercial food preparation areas, reception counters to benchtops in laboratories and dentist surgeries and even in super yachts.

“This highly versatile product offers an amazingly wide choice in application and design options. Unicorn Group specialize in the creation of organic shapes via thermic transformation of this material enabling us to

manufacture and customise for our clients their own original style.” 

unicorn acrylics affordable

Alphine White

Taos

Venus

Black Pearl

Nebula

Platinum Granite

durable seamless repairable hygienic 10 year warranty

unicorn group “We create your original style”

6c Paramount Dr, Henderson, Auckland PO Box 128241, Remuera, Auckland Ph: 09 / 838 8899 Fax: 09 / 838 9717 www.unicorngroup.co.nz

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Mercer Interiors emerge as genuine partner in joinery trade Established by James Mercer in 1882 Mercer Products has supplied industrial, medical and consumer stainless steel products to New Zealand businesses for more than 125 years. Following a recent restructure and market activity, Mercer Interiors has emerged as the company arm responsible for providing consumer products to the industry. And now it no longer just supplies stainless steel product but a range of premier sinkware and surface materials including acrylics and laminates.

Mercer Interiors prides itself on having a portfolio of ‘power brands’ enabling kitchen manufacturers to deliver to their clients a complete package of durable surfaces, covering stainless steel, laminates and acrylics for both benchtops and sink inserts.

These include the iconic Mercer brand itself, the recently acquired agency for Wilsonart who are a global leader in laminates, the European designed Reginox range of sinkware and the hard wearing Borelli, an acrylic surface well established and supported in NZ. Mercer Interiors General Manager Hayden Searle says the company is committed to supporting the trade with quality components rather than directly competing as a manufacturer. “We are component manufacturers and importers and distributors of quality product, that is where our focus is and we don’t get involved in benchtop fabrication, kitchen design or manufacture.”

As part of the restructure Mercer Interiors has been charged with improving the company’s marketing and communications with the trade and has done this by researching what the trade wants and responding to their and their clients needs.

“Mercer Interiors understands that NZ consumers appreciate having personal input in the design of their product. In line with this we are able and seek to work with the trade to deliver custom solutions where required.”

The company has distribution centres in both the North and South Islands putting investment back into the local community and minimising lead time.

Mercer Interiors provides a strong business partner for the kitchen and cabinetmaking trade with global brands, quality products and an appreciation of the value that local manufacturing delivers.

Wether you are in the residential or commercial sectors of the industry, involved in anything from houses to hotels, from caravans to super yachts, from schools to hospitals, Mercer Interiors can help drive your business through improved sales and through increasing the profitability from each sale.

One of Mercer Products earliest commissions was in providing the stainless steel ball which until recently sat atop the Christchurch Cathedral spire.

Give Mercer Interiors customer services team a call on 0800 2 637 237 they would like to explore how they can support your business.

“We have a full range of product options from entry level right up to the premium end,” says Hayden.

“We have looked to bundle options covering benchtops and sinkware providing sensible and complimentary product options for the busiest workstation in the house. Simplifying customer choice and providing added value for our clients and their customers.”

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Mercer Products is a publicly listed company on the NZX main board.

It is based in Christchurch with further manufacturing facilities in New Plymouth and distribution centres and offices in Christchurch, Hamilton and Auckland.

Mercer Interiors is able to provide the trade with benchtop and sinkware solutions covering a range of premium durable surfaces.

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Faire benchtops S

pecialist benchtop manufacturer Graeme Faire Ltd has built a solid reputation based on more than thirty years of experience in providing benchtop solutions for the homeowner looking for a one off custom made benchtop or the cabinetmaker with a multi room fitout. Owner Graeme Faire established the business after working at Formica in Papakura, Auckland where he helped demonstrate the first postforming machine in NZ. “That experience and the emerging demand for custom made laminate benchtops led me to set up the business” Graeme recalls.

The firm is family owned with son Gavin, a qualified cabinetmaker managing the factory and more recently son Jarrod managing the office. The key to the business is an experienced team of fabricators who take pride in what they manufacture. “I believe having the experience and the desire to only manufacture the best has lead to us having a reputation for quality in the industry.” Graeme points out.

Five years ago the firm moved to their present site in Hunua Rd in Papakura. “At that stage we moved beyond laminated benchtops and started specializing in benchtops made from engineered stone such as Silestone, Caesarstone and Roxx and acrylic such as Corian, HiMacs and Saba Surface. We still produce laminate benchtops but the demand for these other surfaces has grown considerably in the last few years.” explains Graeme.

As well as producing benchtops for kitchens, bathrooms, laundries and vanities they also produce them for boats, caravans and motorhomes. Service is also a very big part of what the firm provides, for most jobs a two week turnaround and installation straight from the factory.

All leading laminate brands Silestone • Caesarstone • Roxx • HiMacs • Corian • Saba Surface Graeme Faire Ltd 3/64 Hunua Road, Papakura 2110 Ph: 09 299 6237 Mob: 027 2551467 Fax: 09 298 2809 Email: info@fairebenchtops.co.nz Web: gfl-benchtops.co.nz

laminate • solid surface • stainless steel

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Their well appointed factory is always busy. “We even contract out use of our SCM router for panel nesting of kitchens and any other CNC work required for customers.” comments Graeme. “We have a close association with the designers and specifiers as well being a member of the National Kitchen & Bathroom Association (NKBA).”

For more information contact Graeme Faire Ltd Ph. 09 299 6237 E: info@fairebenchtops.co.nz www.gfl-benchtops.co.nz

CDK STONELUX ADVANCED REPAIR SYSTEM

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he Stonelux advanced repair system available from CDK Stone New Zealand is the first fully integrated system for the true to nature repair of polishable natural and engineered stone.

The system is the result of adapting medical technology for use in natural stone repair. The process is completed using high quality composite materials, which are applied then cured by an illuminating UV LED light source, curing the liquid components in minutes.

There are multiple colours available, which will blend to suit the majority of popular natural and engineered stones present in the market today.

Specifically designed tools are provided to repair surface scratches, chipped edges, broken corners, impact marks and cracks up to 2mm in depth.

The advantages of the Stonelux Advanced Repair System are;

“unsurpassed in stone repair technology�

1. Fast repairs in a single visit.

2. High surface quality and durable high gloss finish.

3. Colour stability (non yellowing).

4. Excellent optical integration into natural and engineered stone.

The Stonelux advanced repair system is available in two different kits, the Professional which will repair granite, marble and engineered stone and the Compacc Kit for granite and engineered stone only. All replacement components are available separately.

So for your natural and engineered stone repairs, try the Stonelux Advanced Repair System today. Just one repair and the kit will pay for itself! ďƒŒ

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The new Blum headquarters in Rosebank Rd, Avondale, Auckland.

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Preserving the wood look

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he use of wood in the modern home whether outside with decking, outdoor furniture and pergolas or inside, especially in the kitchen and bathroom, is still very popular in making essential features such as benchtops, cupboard doors, paneling and flooring as indeed a wide range of wooden furniture.

A whole industry has arisen around the protection and enhancement of the timber look with a wide range of products being available. There are several types of wood finishes that preserve the wood look, each used to produce their own particular end result. The most commonly used are surface coatings which are clear, built up, highly durable finishes. Good examples of these are varnish, shellac, lacquer and polyurethanes. Their popularity lies in their ability to add depth and warmth to the appearance of the woodwork, while enlivening the colour and grain. “Natural’ finishes are clear finishes that are used to add lustre, warmth and character to wood while protecting it from wear and tear. Often used on decking outside.

Another is a pigmented finish which is not transparent and basically resembles paint. For example, black lacquer is a pigmented finish. This type of finish can be in any colour and sheen and even two toned. A common one is called a penetrating finish which literally penetrates the wood and leaves no appreciable surface coating or film. This is achieved using oil. Oil will give a surface an excellent low lustre finish but does require more maintenance than the surface coating finish. This kind of finish is most commonly used when looking to create a country or modern look. Waxing is the ultimate rich looking but labour intensive finish that seals and protects the wood. It is often used to rejuvenate an old finish and but can in fact be used as a finish itself. It can also be applied over a penetrating finish to reduce the maintenance such a coating would normally require.

All these types of finish can be applied in different ways depending on what effect is desired. Apart from simple application by brush or spray there are some interesting specialist techniques. Although most commonly applied in the finishing of furniture, these techniques can be used in a variety of other situations. Staining, be it with a solid or clear stain, is the most common for interior and exterior. It can be used to enhance the true colour of the timber or achieve uniformity when the wood has an inconsistent appearance. It can of course also be used to change the natural colour of the wood.

The art of matching a colour with client specification successfully is often the result of extensive experience. Glazing and toning are techniques used to highlight wood detail or to add depth to the colour being used. They can both also be used to ‘age’ a finish. The process involves applying transparent pigmented liquid over or between coats of finish.

Pickling and liming are traditional finishing processes used to accentuate the wood grain. The highlighting is achieved by using two contrasting colours: a base colour and another colour rubbed into the grain. Bleaching is used to lighten the natural colour of the wood or to remove discoloration caused by moisture. Bleaching can also be used to achieve the base colour for pickling or liming but is not used to remove stain or dyes. To give age and interest to a finish is called distressing which can be effected in a number of ways including sanding the finish away from areas that have been worn over the years, rubbing the finish away using a chemical or striking the surface with a mix of objects that will haphazardly dent the finish.

Keeping wood looking like wood is a lot easier to do these days although skill and experience are still very important. The best way to preserve the wood look is to talk to the professional who usually will be employed by one of the known finishing product suppliers, they can give you expert advice on how to go about it.

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PRODUCT RELEASE

The primer is a high solids product offering excellent sanding characteristics and filling properties ensuring very good holdout with faster drying. The top coat comes in two versions to suit the end result: a high gloss and a lower gloss available in gloss levels of 10 to 75%

The Amerthane 570 Series PPG launch new polyurethane finishing system for the trades As part of an ongoing product development programme PPG Industries have recently launched their new premium 2K polyurethane finishing system in both New Zealand and Australia. Called the Amerthane 570 Series, it has been designed as a high quality furniture finish for kitchens, shop fittings, cabinets, desks, paneling, partitions and most interior wood and metal work. Bob Nordgren from JOINERS Magazine spoke to Mark Pycroft, National Sales Manager for PPG Industries NZ about the new system.

I gather PPG Industries has been very keen to launch the Amerthane 570 Series, what is it about this new finishing system that makes it stand out?

“It’s the new generation 2K polyurethane finishing system incorporating a primer, gloss and gloss reduced top coat offering. An enormous amount of R&D went into developing this system ensuring the characteristics of each component are a step ahead of what has been in the marketplace to date. When used in combination they really do produce exceptional gloss or the perfect eggshell.

The primer (570P) is a high solids product offering excellent sanding characteristics and filling properties ensuring very good holdout with faster drying. The top coat comes in two versions to suit the end result: a high gloss (573

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G100) and a lower gloss (575 RG) available in gloss levels of 10 to 75%.

The ultimate benefit to the applicator with this whole finishing system is that it’s very user friendly to apply using conventional, air assisted or a pressure pot spray systems. A significant characteristic for both the high and low gloss coats is they are very fast drying and have a very good mar and overnight block resistance. These two polyurethane top coats along with the primer provide the professional finisher with the ability to produce a superior finish.”

Where do you see this finishing system being employed most effectively?

“Everywhere a premium interior durable finish is required, the hardy nature of the finish with

its very good wet and dry heat resistance means it can be used in a wide variety of industries for example on superyacht interiors, kitchen cabinetry and shop fittings.

It is designed and tested for use over MDF and most interior solid wood substrates where a premium high gloss is required or a second to none eggshell is demanded. It should be remembered too that metal is not left out as these top coats can also be applied to suitably prepared and primed steel, aluminum or galvanized metal.

With this finishing system PPG believe we have the answer for those in the finishing industry who are looking for the next step up in producing quality finishes.” 

The polyurethane finishing system for exceptional gloss or perfect eggshell

AMERTHANE 570 Series A high quality furniture finish for kitchens, shop fittings, cabinets, desks, paneling, partitions and most interior wood and metal work.

PRODUCT RELEASE

PPG Industries NZ Ltd 5 Monahan Rd Mt Wellington Auckland Freephone 0800 263 766 Freefax 0800 659 377

Wynn Fraser Paints Whangarei (09) 438 1624 • Wairau Paint Centre Ltd Auckland (09) 443 3430 • PPG Industries NZ Ltd Auckland (09) 573 1620 • Panelbeating Supplies Ltd Auckland (09) 525 7475 • Linkup Paint Supplies Ltd Hamilton (07) 847 0933 • Linkup Paints (BOP) Ltd Tauranga (07) 571 8921 • Complete Paints Ltd Napier (06) 843 1122 • Total Paint Supplies Ltd New Plymouth (06) 769 9415 • Total Body Shop Ltd Wellington (04) 586 6681 • Paintco Nelson (03) 546 6660 • PPG Industries NZ Ltd Christchurch (03) 384 0255 • Rainbow Paints Ltd Dunedin (03) 474 0659 • Southern Paints Invercargill (03) 218 4664

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loving wooden surfaces T

he use of wood in the modern house continues to have high appeal to the home owner. Whether you have a restored villa with original wooden floors, doors, and wall paneling, or an ultra modern house with plenty of glass, a natural wood finish adds value and warmth to any home. People love to touch wood; to see the different grain of the timbers used; and to see the colours change as the light inside and out changes.

Mirotone have focused on coatings for wood applications for over 40 years in NZ, in order to protect and beautify wooden surfaces. Their coatings today can be found on floors, furniture, ceilings, walls, kitchens, stairs, doors, and picture mouldings.

By focusing on interior wood applications; by formulating innovative coatings; by developing enduring partnerships with the NZ wood manufacturing industry; and by loving wood the way most kiwis do, Mirotone offer an unrivalled choice to the consumer for wooden surfaces in their home.

For the home owner, a clear coating on wood enhances the wood grain effect, and with different coloured wood stains, can create many different colour schemes depending on individual tastes. From the durability of two pack polyurethanes for surfaces which need to stand up to daily contact e.g. dining tables, through to single pack lacquers to protect and improve the look of wood, Mirotone’s coatings are formulated to fit the purpose.

In the clear wood finish sector, the use of reconstituted wood veneers has gained prominence, and because some applications are exposed to the naturally high UV sunlight in our wonderful country, Mirotone have responded by offering MIROTHANE Sunshield polyurethane – a clear topcoat with UV inhibitors. Its introduction has been warmly received by many applicators and interior designers looking for a premium finish.

Design in motion

0800 477 869

www.ingersollrand.co.nz

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In recent years the trend in coatings has been towards water based products, and Mirotone through their MIROTEC range – a clear, water based lacquer – offers this option.

The natural wood appearance is preserved without compromising coating performance in applications where architects and designers are aiming for an environmentally safe product e.g. Green Star rated commercial buildings.

Similarly for wooden floors, where solvent based coatings are predominantly used, the new two pack water based coating – AQUAPRO Advance – will provide excellent durability, in home or commercial situations, without the odours associated with solvents. Easy to apply; quick drying; lower odours; all benefits to the homeowner or applicator.

Kitchens and bathrooms today are areas of pride and joy as the vast array of surface materials, accessories, and colours enable homeowners to create their own style. By working in partnership with designers, Mirotone provides any wood surface with the most appropriate coating system for long lasting beauty. 

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The new Hideaway range is stacked with new features including bigger buckets, improved liner systems and stronger support.

Hideaway Soft Close Range 1 x 40 litre bucket 285mm W x 645mm H x 420mm D 2 x 40 litre bucket 418mm W x 645mm H x 520mm D Available in Arctic White with door pull

Hideaway Compact Range 1 x 40 litre bucket 268mm W x 615mm H x 410mm D 2 x 40 litre bucket 418mm W x 615mm H x 510mm D Available in Arctic White with handle or door pull

Hideaway Bins launch the largest double bin capacity available!

40 litre bucket range – coming soon Hideaway Bins are proud to announce the launch of their 40 litre bucket range, providing you with the largest double bin capacity available for all your hidden bin requirements. The introduction of three new features combines to bring six new models to our existing Hideaway Bin range. The three new key features in this latest product release include ...

40 litre bucket range The new 40 litre bucket range brings to the market both single and double hidden bin solutions.

The double bin solution provides a whopping 80 litres of storage. The 40 litre bucket has been designed for the Australasian lifestyle fitting the bags available within well known supermarket chains.

Patented air vent system to maximise bag volume Four U-Shaped air vents have been designed into the lip of the bucket, which allows trapped air to escape, as you push your bag into the bucket cavity. This unique, patented design will eliminate the frustration of trapped air restricting your liner, maximising your bag volume.

The 40 litre buckets come complete with a liner holder designed to hold your bag in place, without covering the air vents, so trapped air can escape as you begin to fill your bag.

New additional side mount support All Hideaway Bins are designed to be mounted at bench height and pull out towards you, allowing easy disposal of waste without having to bend low inside cupboards. The introduction and use of the additional side mount supports will ensure the unit holds up to the challenge of a busy kitchen.

The 40 litre bucket range from Hideaway Bins offers solutions for all your hidden bin requirements.

Waste and recycling, laundry and storage, commercial or domestic ... neat thinking!

For more info contact Hideaway Bins www.hideawaybins.co.nz or phone (09) 426-7456.

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this tool incorporates a number of precisely adjustable features such as the angle guide which has a rack and pinion mechanism for raising and lowering the height with fine vertical adjustment.

Crafted quality made affordable O

ne of the ‘must have’ tools in any woodworker’s workshop would have to be a plate joiner. Makita has been one of the leading brands to offer biscuit joiners crafted to match the precision and reliability you demand in your work. Now Makita have gone one step further to produce a high quality biscuit joiner that ticks all the boxes on your checklist of ideal features, but with a price tag one would generally associate with a lower end tool.

The PJ7000 is the direct result of a desire

by Makita to deliver a quality tool into the workshop of anybody who loves working with wood. One that incorporate all the kind of ‘crafted’ benefits which reflect your own approach to the joinery work you produce.

Precision is the key to this tool and the reason behind its many features.

The slim motor housing and ergonomic barrel grip in conjunction with the compact body and lightweight design make this tool very easy to operate and even more manoeuvrable. In fact, the total body weight of the tool is just 2.5kg, and is just 302mm long by 139mm by 145mm.

This size however does not impact in any way on its power output. The PJ7000 still delivers 701 watts with a no load speed of 11,000 rpm.

Perhaps more importantly, the tool incorporates a number of precisely adjustable features such as the angle guide which has a rack and pinion mechanism for raising and lowering the height with fine vertical adjustment.

The adjustable angle fence also provides precision adjustment as it can be locked into any position between 0 and 90 degrees with positive stops at 0o, 45o and 90o. A simple to use depth adjustment knob adds to the ease of operation. Simply rotate the knob and you can set your cutting depth at any of the six stages.

Blade replacement is also made very easy.

Simply open the blade cover by loosening the clamp screw and replace your blade.

The plate joiner comes with a cutter blade and angle guide, a dust bag, a set plate which makes accurate cutting without measurement a no brainer and a lock nut wrench.

The Makita Plate Joiner is also available in 18V Lithium-ion either as a tool with 2 x 3.0 Ah batteries BPJ180RFE and charger and as an 18V lithium Skin – tool only, BPJ180Z. All three can also be connected directly to one of Makita’s new self-cleaning dust collection systems, the 25 litre VC2510C or 32 litre VC3210C model.

The PJ7000 reflects Makita’s desire to deliver a quality tool for those who loves working with wood.

These dust extractors - simply connect without the need for joint parts, to efficiently remove dust and debris in overhead, vertical or downwards drilling applications. They both feature Makita’s unique automatic selfcleaning triple filter system. When the vacuum is switched off, the damper inside expands and automatically shakes the dirt and dust off the prefilter into the collection bag. This ensures constantly high suction and longer lasting operation, even when the user fails to clean the vacuum’s filter after use. 

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GREENLAM L A M I N A T E S

solid colours woodgrains metallics patterns Chris Lipp and Richard Schaefer - no longer outsource their sanding work.

Fine sanding A

nonymously located at the back of a quiet industrial estate in West Auckland, Fineline Joinery is a solid-timber joinery run

by Chris Lipp and Richard Schaefer. Fineline’s name is deliberate: the company specialises in unique, bespoke and high quality timber joinery for villa renovations. Working primarily with one specialist building company, the majority of their work comes from Auckland’s wellheeled suburbs from Remuera to Herne Bay, and includes all types of wooden joinery, as well as panel doors, cavity sliders and furniture.

Working predominantly in cedar and pine – and occasionally oak, Fineline’s seemingly simple workshop belies the complexity of the work they’re undertaking. Chris and Richard’s reputation for skilled work using traditional machinery and methods is what keeps the business busy.

The most recent addition to their workshop is a Holytek 37A wide-belt sander. Because of the wide variety of work they are presented with, Fineline’s requirements for a new sander were clear and simple.

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“We needed a sander capable of providing a consistent, quality result” says Chris.

“Accuracy up and down, easy belt change, reliability, and that was pretty much it” says Richard.

When compared to their old stroke sander, the Holytek not only offered a jump up in technology, but improved productivity too.

“Productivity has gone up because we’re not outsourcing any more” says Chris.

“We’d build up a stack of jobs to take to get sanded elsewhere. So we’re saving a lot of time, as well as the cost of outsourcing.”

The amount of hand-finishing required has dropped too.“At 900mm wide the Holytek covers at least 90% of what we need. And pretty much everything bigger can be sanded as a component first” says Richard. “It’s also got a really grunty motor. Putting a door through with skinny sticks – when it gets to the bottom rail it just eats it.”A new Holytek dust extractor deals with the sanding dust, and also has the capacity to add further machinery to the same extraction system.

“We’re busy” says Chris. Richard brings over their next job – rebuilding a pair of lattice timber windows. “We’re small enough to be flexible. We don’t do the installations – we’re represented on site by the standards of our work, so we take the time to do things properly.”

Judging by the craftsmanship on show on the company’s website and at their unassuming end-of-the-driveway location, Fineline Joinery might not be able to remain anonymous for long.

www.maxilam.co.nz

Holytek sanders are sold and serviced in NZ by W&R Jack Ltd - www.jacks.co.nz

Maxilam providing even closer support nationally Constantly moving forward is something that has been a hallmark of Maxilam NZ Ltd from day one.

New products, new technologies and now ‘New Partners’.

Always looking ahead to build on their foundation and experience in the trade Maxilam is pleased to announce their merger with two other well known trade suppliers, being Adlox Distributing Ltd, based in the lower North Island at Levin, and Chisholms Adhesives based in Dunedin.

“These two companies, both with strong affiliations to the trade, along with Maxilam’s well known and exceptional support and service, have produced a strong experienced team on the ground, providing greater resources and more support to the ever growing base of trade personnel that Maxilam enjoys working with,” says new CEO David Simmons.

Like Maxilam, Adlox is a 100% New Zealand family owned and operated business, whose owners have been actively involved in the joinery and construction industries for over 25 years. In that time they have developed into a trusted supplier to their Australasian customers, supplying not only premium quality products but complete bonding solutions and technical backup over a broad spectrum of industries.

Similarly, Chisholms Adhesives provides a vast store of technical experience and knowledge of bonding, sealing and waterproofing that has been passed down since the company was first established in 1924.

They are well known for the wide range of Bostik products they support along with many other established and trusted brands.

With Maxilam’s established tradition of keeping abreast of global technologies and developments, the merger ensures that customers will always be at the forefront of their industry regarding bonding and sealing operations.

“Our production methods and operations in todays fast changing climate need to be always under self review as new and improved, products and technologies are constantly released. The old saying of ‘If you do what you have always done, you will get what you have always got’ stands true,” says David Simmons.

So when you have a word with Maxilam about your manufacturing, you could find it is a very productive conversation, Maxilam's insight could improve your profit. You could look at your line processes with a fresh eye and discover better ways of doing things. You could find a new way to eliminate a long term production problem. And what if, by adopting change, you could make more profit?

Maxilam are happy to explore bonding and sealing solutions to help you manufacture products more efficiently, effectively and profitably.

“Looking at how adhesives are used in production from the manufacturers’ points of view and making their application more efficient – is what we do,” continues David. “Our mature understanding of production engineering together with all encompassing resources in adhesives chemistry means we can offer a service and range of products second to none.”

As an independent company, Maxilam’s solutions come from an impartial perspective.

“We are not tied to any one brand. So we recommend the most effective products, regardless of their source. And to validate any product we select, we have the facilities to carry out meticulous testing. Through onsite introduction trialing, we have shown companies how efficiencies can increase revenue.”

Call Maxilam today 0800 629 4526 - they are there to help your business grow … 

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First time up Hall 4 stand 4401

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anaging Director, Alan Turner says “This is the first time we have exhibited at AWISA and are excited about showing what we can do for the New Zealand and Australian market.

Due to the lead up to preparations for the show I will not be visiting New Zealand personally this year, however we are still committed to the New Zealand market and will be inviting joiners from NZ to visit our stand in Sydney.”

Alan sends his apologies for not attending and wishes the Master Joiners a successful conference.

T h i s y e a r , J o i n e r y s o f t ’s Palmerston North based Support Representative Bruce Syder will be representing Joinerysoft at the Master Joiners Conference in Napier 21-23 June 2012.

Joinerysoft’s Mark Winter who is attending AWISA 2012 will also be available to visit New Zealand after the AWISA show. If you are unable to visit AWISA 2012

please contact Joinerysoft for a personal demonstration of their Joinery Management Software (JMS). New features such as cross sections and 3D modelling will be on display at the exhibition.

The software for custom or heritage timber windows, doublehung windows, doors, bifolds, and stairs has been further developed for the NZ market over the last 12 months. Enhancements include specific NZ styles added to reduce setting up time reflecting cill and architrave differences in NZ joinery. NZ joinery companies using JMS have reported productivity and accuracy savings with the software, while instant pricing with diagrams has improved quoting time and improved their professional response.

John Harrison from Cedarlite (Auckland) says, “JMS has made a huge difference to my quoting.

I am saving 80% of my time and customers have commented upon the speed of my response and professionalism. From receipt of enquiry it takes between 10 – 30 mins to return a professional looking quotation. A major advantage for me is the accuracy of the quote. With price remaining a key issue, knowing my costings are accurate is critical.”

Joinerysoft are still very keen to work with NZ suppliers to make it easier and quicker for joiners to order products. JMS is evolving to include a multi-supplier warehouse providing all timber,

fittings and glass requirements for custom timber joinery. If you are a supplier to the NZ industry please get in touch with Joinerysoft to ensure that your products are included.

For more information contact: Alan Turner, Managing Director, Joinerysoft Ltd Bruce Syder Customer Support Representative, (04) 974 9480 www.joinerysoft.com enquiries@joinerysoft.com

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Special coated cutting tools Leitz will have on display, at the AWISA Exhibition, the latest design nesting compression router manufactured in Germany and coated with the new Leitz marathon coating. Leitz took the decision several years ago that with raw material shortages and the increased material costs, especially in Tungsten Carbide, tooling manufacturers must look to the future and develop new and improved cutting tools.

Reducing the use of expensive raw materials is the first step to controlling costs. Leitz have focused heavily on the development of tools and tooling solutions which can be sharpened many times while retaining their original constant diameter and profile. This type of tooling when compared to the traditional throwaway systems offers savings in purchase price and reduces the customer’s overall production costs. The old saying “you get what you pay for” is clearly evident when purchasing cutting tools.

In selecting the most cost effective tool you need to consider what influences the total cost of the tool over the tool life, it is the sharpening costs, the tool change time, setup time and production downtime or the number of times the tool can be sharpened.

Key to improving the tool efficiency or the production process is the run time performance of the cutting edges. “The profit is made at the cutting edge” and by increasing the run time performance the costs per running metre can be reduced significantly. To increase the run time performance of a tool requires innovative cutting material independent of the type of tipping.

High speed steel (HSS) becomes increasingly wear resistance by adding more alloying elements but unfortunately raw material and production costs have increased.

Tungsten with a smaller grain size and a greater binder percentage also improves the wear resistance.

Leitz has focused on increasing the wear resistance where it is necessary at the cutting edge and not throughout the cutting material. The coating process combines opposing material characteristics such as hardness and toughness. This knowledge has been successfully employed for decades in the metal processing industries. However, the knowledge already gained in metal processing cannot simply be transferred to wood production as the demands on the cutting edges cause different wear mechanism and geometry.

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in metal cutting tools. In the past the importance of maintaining a sharpen edge over a long time period has excluded the use of coated tools in wood production.

Leitz took this information from the metal work industries and developed a new special coating suitable for woodwork cutting tools. Initially these coatings were applied to HSS mini finger joint cutters and planer knives, Leitz then started to develop special coatings for the complete tool product range with great success.

These are coated with a special layer developed by the Leitz coating plant.

The coating of tools involves additional costs and so this must yield an improved performance to be economically viable.

Coating systems used in metal production give only a very low improvement in wood production.

This was confirmed by a study by Prof. Uwe Heisel of the Institute for Machine Tools, University Stuttgart into ‘The potential for the application of hard material coatings by cutting tools in the wood production’. The conclusion of his research is that standard coatings for wood working tools do not achieve a technological advantage.

This finding was not news to Leitz as they already were aware that wood processing requires the development of special coatings suitable for wood production.

Leitz has invested in a special

Coated tools for solid wood production are efficient for many reasons. Increased tool life means the additional investment is quickly recovered as costs per running meter are significantly reduced.

coating centre of competence at their headquarters in Oberkochen to drive this development forward to offer customers the best production solution.

The principal of coating creates round edges with the layer forming a film on the sharp ground cutting edge. Even if the layer thickness is only few microns thick, a coated ground cutting edge when cutting wood has the same effect as a blunt tip, wood-cells are deformed by the high cutting pressure.

This disadvantage is avoided by sharpening the cutting face after the coating process. The exact procedure depends on the tooling system and if the rake face is coated (knives) or the clearance side (profile cutter) is coated.

The coating layer is significantly harder than the base substrate. A coated HSS blade has hardness in the range of tungsten.

This procedure generates not only a sharp cutting edge but also improves the wear resistance.

More base material is removed

than the thin coating layer, with the effect that the cutting edge will not be rounded but it is worn out “sharp-edged”. The result is a long lasting high cut quality, leading to an increased tool life of 3 to 5 times compared to uncoated tools.

Leitz has commenced on a large scale the coating of hard metal tools. This new innovative nanostructured coating layer reaches a hardness of over 4000HV and is now ideally suitable for woodwork cutting tools. Cutting test results vary but overall the tool life with coated cutting edges has only a fourth of wear-out compared to uncoated hard metal cutting edges. What effect it has on service life depends on the specific application and the quality requirements of the customer.

These tools will be on display at AWISA on the Leitz Stand 1111.

WA8 X Altendorf Asia Pacific is introducing a new member, WA8 X, in its panel saw range at this year’s AWISA exhibition. With a rich set of features, the WA8 X panel saw will provide the same easy operation as well as the accurate and clean cuts woodworking industries worldwide have come to expect from Altendorf’s lineup. Most closely resembling its sister machine, WA8 TE panel saw, WA8 X will carry a host of productivity features such as electric rise, fall and tilt of the saw blade and digital cross cut fence.

Current details indicate that the highlight of the new WA8 X lies in its ability to handle large panels on its 3.8 meter table, the first of its kind on the WA8 series. Another welcoming addition to the new machine will be the convenient electric rip fence as a standard.

Check out the new WA8 X for yourself at Altendorf’s stand at the 2012 AWISA Exhibition. www.awisa.com

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AWISA

strong and reliable Klever G FT

USEFUL DETAILS Admission and registration AWISA 2012 is a trade-only exhibition and all visitors are asked to register.

Visitors can register on arrival at the exhibition, but it is preferred that they pre-register. Pre-registrations can only be done through the AWISA website, www. awisa.com. Children over 6 months of age and under 15 years of age are not admitted, but AWISA provides a professionally run children’s hospitality suite with activities and entertainment to suit the various age groups.

Car parking Parking is available under the venue, access off Darling Drive. Full day rate is $32.00. Other car parks in the area include the Entertainment Centre car park, the Harbourside car park, access from Murray Street, and the Harris Street car park, access from Allen Street. All are within walking distance of the venue, some by overbridges that shorten the route.

Accommodation and travel bookings In the Darling Harbour area adjacent to the Sydney Exhibition Centre there are over 4000 hotel rooms. Special rates have been negotiated at a number of these and other hotels. Bookings for hotels and travel can be made through www.awisa.com or by phoning the Lido Group on 1800 817 339 or 02 8585 0888.

Airport shuttle buses A fleet of 48 seat coaches will provide a complimentary shuttle service between the two domestic terminals and AWISA 2012, with the service running every half hour from 8am each show day, with the last service leaving the exhibition one hour after the close of the show each day.

On arrival at Sydney airport go to the baggage claim area in either domestic terminal and look for the bus company representative with the AWISA sign.

International visitors can connect to the AWISA shuttle by taking the airport shuttle to the domestic terminals.

Numerical control machining centres with gantry structure, PC-based numerical control with BiesseWorks graphic operator interface. Intuitive and with great expandability to SW graphics, CAD-CAM. The Klever G FT Series is strong and reliable and suitable for many types of applications and materials such as aluminum, acrylic and wood. It comes in a range of table sizes to suit a manufacturer’s requirements or space restrictions.

Biesse Group Australia Stand 1221

AWISA DESIGN AWISA-DESIGN 2012 is the interior design show that links manufacturing with design. Anyone involved in the design, specification, manufacture or installation of domestic and commercial interiors should visit AWISA-DESIGN 2012 which aims to bridge the gap between designers and manufacturers, to help bring about the best in quality manufactured design.

A wide range of decorative materials, hardware, components and design software will be on display. Products for kitchens, bathrooms, shop, office and hotel fitouts and other interior joinery and cabinetry. 2012 will be the first time that the decorative and hardware products at the AWISA exhibition are exhibited in a separate section.

KBDi Seminar Programme This year, for this first time, the Kitchen and Bathroom Designers Institute of Australia and registered training organisation, Designer Training, will team up to provide one hour seminars designed to help AWISA visitors to build their businesses.

Each seminar will run twice throughout the trade show. Tickets cost $55 per person and can be tax deductible. Web and phone bookings are available now at www.kbdi.org.au or on 07 3505 9249. Spaces are limited and bookings are taken on a first in best dressed policy.

Luggage room Luggage can be stored during the day in the luggage room in the venue foyer. Items are stored at owners risk.

A common sense approach to workplace health and safety Thursday 12 July 1.30pm – 2.30pm Friday 13 July 10.30am – 11.30am

Show hours Wednesday 11 July 2012 Thursday 12 July 2012 Friday 13 July 2012 Saturday 14 July 2012

Sales and marketing through social networking Wednesday 11 July 4.00pm – 5.00pm Friday 13 July 3.30pm – 4.30pm

9am – 6pm 9am – 6pm 9am – 6pm 9am – 4pm

For more information on all aspects of AWISA 2012, including the list of exhibitors, and to pre-register, book breakfast tickets, or to book accommodation please visit www.awisa. com.

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Effective project management Thursday 12 July 4.00pm – 5.00pm Saturday 14 July 11.00am – 12.00pm European design trends Wednesday 11 July Thursday 12 July Friday 13 July

1.00pm – 2.00pm 9.30am – 10.30am 2.00pm – 3.00pm

High end jobs made easy

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here are a large number of companies who have capitalised on the benefits of automating processes within their business.

Let’s face it, you need to streamline your manufacturing processes at every station, the beam saw, point to point, router, and other panel part processing machines to realise profit from your projects and to remain competitive in today’s fierce market.

How many of you remember putting on edges with a trusty iron, marking out for the fitting of hardware using a pencil and a tape measure? There are a great number of options, all of which greatly improve upon the old scenario which many of us have lived with at one point. You can improve in the office too – with Cabinet Vision software, for sales drawings, workshop plans and g-code for the machinery.

Planit’s Cabinet Vision software …

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Simple to use and easy to train staff Simple to add custom units to the library Sales plans complete with photo realistic rendering Accurate plans for the factory with cutlist Reports by vendor for ordering materials and hardware Bill of materials and ‘Bid Center’ pricing can include labour Low overhead getting projects processed through the office Workshop instructions by way of part labels Barcode on part labels for machines as required

There is one thing we at Planit hear repeatedly, ‘We’re not like everyone else, we do high end custom work’. This isn’t a valid excuse to stay away from software and machinery ... Cabinet Vision software makes these custom high end jobs easy and far more efficient.

When utilising Cabinet Vision you save huge amounts of time.

We have measured several jobs (using our Manager software) to compare the different methods our test cases deploy. I won’t bore you with details, but rest assured there is substantial improvement when running test jobs through an automated system. Not only are the set out times improved but the savings extend all the way through the process. In many cases, assembly times are more than halved. Successful results can be achieved for those who have less skilled labour. There is no need to have every member of your team be a fully qualified tradesmen before you can reliably produce “high end”.

We will be at AWISA on the Planit stand 4201. Drop by, say hello, and see Cabinet Vision first hand.

Philip Smith Planit For further information about how Cabinet Vision can help your business, contact Philip Smith on 021 201 4450 or email phil@ planitmanufacturing.co.nz

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Hettich ArciTech drawer system made for the future Hettich, the world’s leading cabinet hardware and fittings producer, will proudly showcase its new ArciTech drawer system, ahead of its highly anticipated 2013 New Zealand release, at the 2012 AWISA Exhibition in Sydney.

Creativity unlimited with digital edge This newly developed technology enables individual motifs to be printed onto edgebands. This allows creative furniture and interior designers to give their customers the edge by including unique design details on edges. Digitally printed edges also enables edgebands to become an additional, important advertising space. Surteco prints individual Digital Edge according to required dimensions, colour, embossing and gloss level to achieve a superior finish.

Surteco Stand 1416

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The new drawer system, which features the ultimate in design flexibility, innovation and functionality, will be on show at the Hettich display stand at this year’s AWISA exhibition.

ArciTech has been developed to help kitchen manufacturers position themselves for the future, and highlights Hettich’s commitment to innovation and design. The brand new German designed drawer system has been designed from scratch to ensure that it covers all functional and aesthetic requirements for the future.

Of course, Hettich has incorporated innovative soft close technology into the ArciTech design, which creates the perfect drawer system when combined with the ArciTech’s smooth running action.

For your chance to experience this breakthrough in design and technology, visit the 2012 AWISA Exhibition, where the ArciTech will be on full

display. Helpful and knowledgeable Hettich staff will be on hand to answer any questions and help you realise your Hettich design dreams.

Hettich Stands: 2203 – 2214 Backed with German engineering and a lifetime warranty on all Hettich products, customers can be sure their Hettich products are made to last. Hettich’s proud German heritage that spans nearly 125 years has helped make the brand renowned for quality and innovation.

To find out more about the extensive range of Hettich’s products and services call 0800 HETTICH or visit www.hettich.co.nz.

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It’s a tool for what we want to happen. We can personally invest and see design output, quickly, without it costing the world.

Sebastion Hamilton with the new AscentProSupernest from Jacks.

model making made easy As the cost of CNC solutions continues to drop, the technology used on a daily basis by many joiners and cabinetmakers is becoming accessible for a wider range of applications, and there is no better example of alternative applications than Barrington and Sebastian.

The plans don’t stop at model making, however. Examples of other design projects can be seen in the well laid out workshop, like a sandcast aluminium cantilever chair that lets the user sit hovering above the floor. “We’re interested in products designed around mass and permanence, like this chair, but opposite that we also want to develop a line of wooden items. We want to make things with a natural aesthetic. We don’t want products looking new all the time, and then old, we want them to wear gracefully.”

Barrington and Sebastian are old friends from their university days, where they studied together in the School of Architecture and Planning at Auckland University. Together with some others they formed the design collective The Visualisation Unit, and worked on a range of projects from digital visualisation to public installations – one of their most recognisable installations was the countdown clock for the Rugby World Cup. Some of the more advanced projects undertaken were what they term “interactive architecture” – installations where architecture meets art, like large reactive surfaces that respond to human inputs.

However, Barrington and Sebastian weren’t entirely content with the direction they were taking. “It seemed like we were getting more and more towards the digital end of what we were doing,” says Sebastian.“It was time to do something more concrete”.

Both Barrington and Sebastian are currently employed full time as architectural graduates at architecture firm Warren and Mahoney, and it was here that they found an opportunity to move into modelmaking. Their practice was paying substantial amounts to professional model makers to create their architectural models. Barrington and Sebastian jumped straight into the deep end by purchasing an AscentProSupernest CNC from Jacks.

Although starting out in CNC machining can be a steep learning curve, their CAD design skills have served them well, and several striking models have been made so far, mostly machining solid wood like European beech, but also plywood, foams, mdf, and plastics.

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While the model making hasn’t been underway long, the AscentPro CNC machine paired with Vectric CAM software is proving to be up to the task. “We can’t really fault it yet,” explains Sebastian, “but we’ve found out it’s just as much about how you operate it as the tool itself.” The biggest challenge has been in selecting from the array of possible tooling.

“We didn’t understand at first that you can’t just get, say, a pack of tooling to cover everything that you’d need”, says Sebastian, but seeing their finished products, it’s clear they’ve got a handle on this.

One thing that stands out in Barrington and Sebastian’s workshop is they obviously enjoy what they’re doing. “It’s all a bit of fun as well – we both have our day jobs,” explains Sebastian, and the biggest difficulty is finding the time to run the machine. This has been solved by employing an operator part time.

As Barrington and Sebastian continue to design and develop more products, they expect the AscentProSupernest to be invaluable for prototyping. “It’s a tool for what we want to happen. We can personally invest and see design output, quickly, without it costing the world.”

Eventually, they hope to combine their furniture design with their architecture work.

“We got into architecture to make things”, explains Sebastian, “We imagine Barrington and Sebastian to be a complete creative workshop. That’s the ultimate goal.”

The AscentPro range of machinery is sold and serviced in NZ by W&R Jacks www.jacks.co.nz

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machines • tape • processes • efficiencies • cleanup

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Edge-It improving edge quality Through many years of development RIEPE®, has made edgeband processing with superior finish quality possible. Release agents, antistatic coolant and cleaning agents are specially developed for the RIEPE® spraying systems by RIEPE® themselves. They are now available in New Zealand from Auckland edgeband supplier Edge-It. RIEPE® work very closely with leading machine, edgbanding and adhesive manufacturers ensuring their products always meet the latest demands. Using original RIEPE® products, you will cost effectively raise your production standard to new technical heights and ensure effective, maintenance-free production. We look at the application of some of these products.

Spray systems and chemical products to improve your finish Now available in New Zealand from Edge-It your national edgeband supplier

products to improve edge processing finish quality

RELEASE AGENT LPZ/II® machine infeed Application of the special agent to the upper and lower surface prevents emerging glue residue from adhering to the work piece. ®

CLEANING AGENT LP163/93 before buffing wheels By the application of the cleaning agent in front of the buffing wheels, the previously applied release agent will be removed, together with any excess glue residue. The edge and the glue joint are also cooled. The edging material radius is polished to regain its sheen and match the colour of the surface. Result: An absolutely clean edge.

Retro fitted electronically controlled spray units

www.riepe.eu Leading machinery manufacturers recommend RIEPE®

ANTISTATIC-COOLANT LP289/99® follows edgeband application The edge banding material is statically discharged by the application of the antistatic-coolant, and the glue joint cooled at the same time.

Tracer rollers and work pieces remain free from milling chips. The glue cures more quickly. Glue build-up on the tools is considerably reduced.

RELEASE AGENT NFLY® pressure roller, sliding shoes, tools, edging, protective film Application of this release agent onto the pressure roller prevents glue from adhering to it. The release agent is then transfered to the edging and carried to the sliding shoes. It can also be applied to other tooling to prevent glue residue adhering. The NFLY release agent can be sprayed directly onto the edging material to avoid damage to the material surface. In addition, it will also prevent any damage to the protective film on the edging material.

Edge-It not only offer you the products, but also the technical know-how, advice and assistance in achieving a superior finish quality.

Edge-it NZ Ltd 3 Ra Ora Drive, East Tamaki, Auckland, New Zealand

t. +64 9 278 7625 f. +64 9 274 1351 e. sales@edge-it.co.nz

For more information visit www.edge-it.co.nz or phone Edge-It on 09 278 7625

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Mark Morrow (left) with company foreman Shane Boyce in front of the new Biesse Artech Akron 435.

Improving the edge When Creative Kitchens in East Tamaki, Auckland decided that they needed to upgrade their edgebander they took a line from the Biesse Rover B CNC they have been running trouble free for the last eight years and decided to go to the same company to provide their edgebanding solution.

Around the middle of last year Creative Kitchens owners Mark Morrow and Ernie Downes decided their current edgebander was not doing the job. Its finish was less than they required, it was requiring continual adjustment during a job to keep it on track and the set up time between jobs was longer than they would like.

“We were having to do a bit of clean up work once the board had gone through the edgebander and were continually having to stop the machine to re-adjust settings” says foreman Shane Boyce.

Once the decision had been made to buy, the selection process was relatively simple and swayed by the fact that they had been running a Biesse CNC machining centre for the last eight years with very little trouble.

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“We talked to Mark Tutty at Biesse about our requirements and decided the Akron 435 from their Artech range would suit both our budget and manufacturing needs. It had a couple of features he suggested would be helpful to us and that has turned out to be the case,” says Mark Morrow.

“The twin station corner rounding unit provides smooth easy operation both for one off work and volume throughput and the interchangeable glue tanks mean we can operate with both clear and white glue depending on the board color we are using. The change over is quick and we achieve a better finish with barely visible glue line.”

“We have been using it for 8 months now and are very pleased with it. Despite being shorter than our previous machine and hence taking

up less space it is faster and needs very little adjustment while running, which means it ties in well with the CNC which can effectively be run by the same guy.”

“The service from Biesse has been good, installation was well organised and in half a day we were up and running. We haven’t really had much need to have them back but know from the past that they are quick to respond when needed.”

30c Kerwyn Ave, East Tamaki, Auckland Tel: 09 274 1484 www.creativekitchens.co.nz

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Brandt edgebanders sold in Australasia are purpose-built to the specifications required by the local market, which is characterised by batch-size-one runs and constant change of machine set-ups.

ahead of the curve Embracing technology has led three Queensland companies through good and hard times to remarkable success. Barbara Schulz interviews the owners and finds out how the purchase of state of the art edgebanders boosted productivity and enabled them to remain competitive.

From humble beginnings, Queensland Factory Direct Office Furniture has spent the last 25 years building its reputation – and its success – on a passion for manufacturing. Founded in 1986, the company specialised in selling second-hand furniture, including fridges and washing machines. As the 1980s drew to a close, Company Director Rod Verney and his father and partner Garry knew that if their Gabbabased business was to survive, it was going to have to undergo a paradigm shift in the way it did business.

No longer, they felt, could Queensland Factory Direct be content to compete in the second-hand business on which it had grown up. So the partners continually folded their money back into the company and invested in second-hand machinery to produce their own office furniture.

By 1998, Queensland Factory Direct was also a proud owner of a new panel saw and a Homag edgebander.

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saws, a Weeke CNC processing centre and a brand new Homag edgebander, installed in June 2011.

While his old edgebander was still doing a good job, it couldn’t keep up with the workload anymore, and Mr Verney felt it was time to replace the obsolete machine with a new state-of-the-art Brandt Ambition 1650FC edgebander.

Investment pays off The edgebanding process is a critical and important process in every cabinet making business, and investing in only the best technology pays off. With capital remaining as a primary basis of competition, companies that get the greatest return on their capital investments will win. Mr Rodney knows that.

“Brandt edgebanders are not the cheapest machines you can buy, but in the end they are very reliable, they don't break down,” he says. “The amount of downtime we've had in the last ten years is virtually zero. There is nothing worse than buying a machine and knowing you have another five years paying it off and it's not

doing what you want it to do. You don’t want your machines to be an anchor around your neck!”

Brandt produces over 2000 edgebanding machines per year, and a high degree of standardisation in combination with an advanced manufacturing process and more than 50 years of engineering experience ensure state of the art quality customers like Mr Rodney are looking for in order to survive in a fiercely competitive market. Every market in the world is unique though, hence Brandt edgebanders sold in Australasia are purpose-built to the specifications required by the local market, which is characterised by batch-size-one runs and constant change of machine set-ups.

The machine is equipped with a precision gluing unit, a tiltable end trim saw and a multifunctional top/bottom trimming unit, as well as a contour trimming unit. Brandt ensures a perfect finish by the use of a radius scraper and a buffing unit. A perfect finish is what every competitive shop needs; the less work that has to be performed after the edgebanding process, the higher the productivity.

“Our customers increasingly expect bespoke products finished to a very high standard, all at value for money prices,” Mr Rodney explains. “The new Brandt edgebander helps us achieve this.

The consistency of the finish is outstanding. Every time you feed a panel into the machine you can rest assured you get a good edge and the parts are ready for assembly. It is a big time saving factor for us!”

Pre-milling saves time & money In the past, Mr Rodney and his team had to clean the glue off after the process and file the edges, as the old machine didn’t have the advanced features mentioned above. One of the most important new features, however, is the premilling unit incorporated into the Brandt Ambition edgebanders.

Most joineries or cabinet makers deal with materials that are inconsistent, the board thickness varies all along the cut edge of a panel, and the edge strip thickness and shape varies all through the roll. The ambient (continued over page)

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The Boomerang return system takes over the workpieces leaving the edgebander via a roller track.

As soon as the rear edge of the workpiece has left the machine, the same is lifted by several supports and is transversely transferred to the second roller track segment and put down there.

temperature, the glue temperature and humidity also have an effect on the performance of applying and post-processing the edge strip.

Pre-milling remedies this problem by recutting the edge immediately prior to the edgeband being applied. In this way, users have a fresh clean edge for maximum glue bond that has no chance to reflect the ambient humidity.

“When the boards come off the saw, they are not always perfectly cut, for example if the saw blade gets a bit blunt, you get a chippedout effect,” Mr Verney explains.

“Today we don’t have to worry about the edge quality too much anymore, because the pre-miller takes around 2mm off the board before applying the edge strip.

When Mark from Homag Australia introduced this new feature to me, I thought we didn’t really need it, but after we’ve had it I know that’s the only way to go!”

Straight to the customer Peter Cali from Ross Furniture in Townsville, QLD, has a similar story to tell. He admits that he has

always been “anti pre-milling” in the past, but since he installed his 6th Brandt edgebander about four weeks ago, he thinks differently. “I am very glad Homag convinced me of the pre-milling option,” he says. “We get a much better finish and don’t have to touch any of the edging anymore after the boards come out of the edgebander.”

Ross Furniture has the history, the experience, the products and the management team to meet any of the challenges they encounter on the road to success. When Mr Cali’s father founded the company in 1948, he was manufacturing timber windows and doors.

From the 1970s, however, he made the transition to kitchen manufacturing, as aluminium slowly took over in windows and doors. Today, Ross Joinery supplies local builders around Townsville with professional kitchens, which makes up 90% of the business.

Smart planning and major capital investments have transformed Ross Joinery into this true powerhouse in the kitchen manufacturing

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industry in Northern Queensland.

Mr Cali knows his industry is a very competitive one, and the only way to remain competitive is through continuous investment in state-of-the-art machinery and automation.

“With our 30 staff, we run six ten-hour shifts per week and plan, build and install four kitchens a day,” he says. “As a result we need to be as productive as possible and need reliable machinery. The edgebander we recently installed is our 6th one, because I replace them every five years. It is a very important piece of machinery in our production process.”

Mr Cali says he doesn’t consider buying any other brand edgebander than Brandt supplied by Homag Australia. “I feel it is the best edgebander, it does the best job, the best finish, and Homag has got a good backup service.”

Moreover, the new Brandt Ambition 1650FC is much more productive than the previous generation. For companies like Ross Joinery reliability and just-

in-time delivery is of overarching importance. They have to proactively seek solutions to the challenges they are facing and make things happen for their customers.

Perfect finish “The new machine is a lot faster than the old machine,” Mr Cali says. “We are producing 1.5 times quicker these days, easy. There are no more stockpiles waiting to get through the edgebander anymore, and we get the same work done in 6 instead of 8 hours. Moreover, thanks to new technology and the pre-miller, the finish off the machine is 100% better. The glue line is excellent and the edge rounding works better, too.”

Today, Mr Cali’s shopfloor staff can concentrate on other tasks than filing or cleaning the edges, and the machine is so fast that he is considering investing in an automatic return system, such as the Homag ZHR 02 Boomerang system. The system permits one-man operation at one-sided edge banding machines

Tony Downes from Excel Lockers, recently replaced his old edgebander with a Brandt Ambition 1650FC and hasn’t looked back. “With our new edgebander we can virtually go straight from the machine to fit the door, there is no further edge cleaning required.”

Queensland Factory Direct Office Furniture’s Director Rodeny Verney knows that investing in only the best technology pays off. “Brandt edgebanders are not the cheapest machines you can buy, but in the end they are very reliable, they don’t break down,” he says.

and was particularly developed for the requirements of small and medium-sized firms such as Excel Lockers based in Richlands, QLD.

our old edgebander – which wasn’t really old, only three years – with a new one to achieve faster production times and improve the level of finish.”

Reliability to deliver the promise Excel also recently installed a new Brandt edgebander and decided the Boomerang return system would even give them a better ROI and boost their production capacity. “With this new Boomerang system, one person can now operate all of our edgbanding,” National Sales and Project Manager Tony Downes says. “We operate nation-wide and also export our lockers to Dubai and Afghanistan, we supply to the Australian defence force and Federal Police, but also deliver our lockers to mines, hotels and hospitals. As a result, we need reliable CNC equipment to deliver what we promise.”

The Boomerang return system takes over the workpieces leaving the edgebander via a roller track.

As soon as the rear edge of the workpiece has left the machine, the same is lifted by several supports and is transversely transferred to the second roller track segment and put down there.

This second roller track segment is arranged in the opposite direction to the first roller track segment and it is 65 mm lower in height than the first roller track segment. After this cross conveying segment, the parts are returned by a conveyor belt and arrive at the operator’s place onto a non-driven roller track section.

“Since we stared the company we’ve only had Homag machinery, and we rely on them,” Mr Downes says. “We buy Homag and Brandt brands because of their reliability and quality. We recently replaced

Outstanding quality Excel Lockers’ Brandt Ambition edgebander also features the premilling unit and much like his peers, Mr Downes is amazed by the production benefits and quality the machine is able to deliver. And as the name already suggests, quality is one of the company’s mainstays.

“Excel’s designs are favoured for their versatility, durability and outstanding quality,” Mr Downes says. “Our doors are edged with 2mm PVC and it is vital that our edgebander can edge these doors perfectly. The Brandt does an amazing job using the new servo controller corner rounding unit.”

Because the company demands a high quality finish, they always used to hand finish the edges. “But with the Brandt Ambition we don’t have to touch them anymore,” Mr Downes says. “With that machine we can virtually go straight from the edgebander to fit the door, there is no further cleaning required. The controller is very easy to operate and because of the pre-miller, we can run our CNC cutting machines a bit faster, which improves our efficiency and guarantees a very good return on investment!”

Homag Group machinery is available from W&R Jack Ltd.

www.jacks.co.nz

European portable hot-melt machine proves a hit

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ne of Spanish portable tool manufacturers Virutex’s more sophisticated edgebanders, the PEB150 is a handheld hotmelt glue-pot machine with electronic temperature control for the glue tank.Perfect for edgebanding large tops or for onsite work, the PEB150 will band PVC, ABS, melamine, laminate and veneer tapes on shaped, curved or straight panels. This Virutex unit suits tapes from 0.5 to 3mm thick, and 12 to 45mm height. Simply cut the tape to the desired length and the rest is easy.

Andrew Goodale at Cooper Webley in Nelson says: “It’s brilliant. Quick and efficient, clean and tidy. We’re using the Virutex to go around 1800 x 1800 workstations – we just walk the unit around, putting the tape on all in one piece.

No more lugging panels, so there’s much less damage to the panels, or ourselves.”

MWF in Christchurch have been through several hand-held models before settling on the PEB150. Production Manager Rob Foor says “we have an Orbiter for edging larger tops but for oversized tops we work around the outside with the little Virutex. We’ve found that getting the glue temperature correct is key to getting the tape to stick properly – so the PEB150’s digital read-out is really useful. We’ve built a table for the Virutex to sit in so we can use it stationary on smaller tops too. We’re quite happy with it.”

The PEB150 has easy and fast setting up of the tape height and panel thickness. There’s automatic feed of the tape with manual control, and a motorized pressing roller for a precise and fast banding. Even the quantity of glue to be applied to the tape can be adjusted.

Virutex is available in NZ from W&R Jack Ltd.

www.jacks.co.nz

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John Fleet from Machines R Us in front of the IMA Advantage 550L he recently installed at Frankco & Simon Furniture.

IMA reliable versatile & quick Frankco & Simon Furniture had been running an IMA edgebander for 11 years without any trouble, so when owner Frank Tong decided age had caught up with it and it was time for a new edgebander he didn’t look past replacing it with the current equivalent, an IMA Advantage 550L. The company have been supplying office furniture to retail outlets throughout New Zealand for just on two decades. The huge variety of colours and sizes and shapes of panel that they process in doing this means that edgebanding is a very demanding and critical part of their manufacturing process.

Set ups are frequent and can involve changes in colour, panel thickness from 18 to 32mm and the edging of non square angled pieces.

The IMA Advantage 550L is designed for this sort of work, quick changeovers, short runs, high throughput speed and precise clean work, as well as the design and build to enable prolonged and frequent trouble free use.

“Frank and his team were looking for a very fast, very versatile machine,” says John Fleet whose company Machines R Us have the agency for IMA in New Zealand.

“This is a very advanced machine with computer controls and servo drives for the corner rounding and positioning of all the units which means all changes can be done at the console and it doesn’t have to slow down for corner rounding as many machines have to.”

“They also wanted a machine that could withstand heavy use and this is a big heavy unit that will do that.

It is also able to be converted to laser or plasma if required at some future date and although Frank currently uses PVA glue it can be converted to PUR if required.”

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As to the future for the old IMA it’s a keeper - John Fleet and the team at Machines R Us will give it a re-condition and it will stay in the factory as back up.

The corner rounding is CNC controlled rather than pneumatic, meaning faster and more precise machining.

Frank Tong says that although he was always likely to purchase an IMA following the success of his last one it helped that Machines R Us had the agency as John had always done his maintenance work in the past so he knew service wouldn’t be a problem.

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Why 5 axis machining?

Around 20 years ago the solid timber industry saw a massive leap forward with CNC technology becoming an affordable proposition for all manufacturers. Now the industry is ready to take the next step forward, with 5 axis machining now a viable proposition.

Many people within our industry make a common mistake of assuming they don’t need a 5 axis machine, in some cases this is correct because it does lead to a greater tooling expense. However when offsetting the machine purchase cost against the ongoing tooling costs the 5 axis machine becomes a viable proposition. In todays manufacturing versatility is the key, having the ability for your spindle head to rotate through 360 degrees using all of your tooling opens up a range of options.

The joinery market is one area where 5 axis machines prove to be popular. Solid timber windows, door componentry, stair manufacture etc, all with a variety of cut angles and profiles can be done on both 3 and 5 axis machines. So as a practical example, what advantages would the 5 axis machine have?

Firstly, is speed of setup time. Relocating, or complex jig adjustments is not required.

The product is loaded and the machine takes care of the rest – all faces can be machined, including intermediate angles. Multiple setups are eliminated.

Secondly, production times and tool costs are reduced due to the direct nature of the spindle drive. This gives a higher quality finish, with extended tool life. Less tooling is required as each tool can be utilised at every angle, so no need for aggregate heads. This provides a significant long term saving.

However the main advantage is the versatility and flexibility of the machine. All components, all designs, all specials can be done – in a time

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A good product must be easy to use and program, even on complex technological processes. The new operating software ‘Maestro’ achieves this. Maestro takes an innovative approach to machining programs, with a focus strongly on the process. This means the user no longer has to think about ‘how to do something’ but about ‘what to do’. SCM’s approach allows the user to concentrate on programming the workpeice, leaving the software to handle the complexities of generating tool paths and optimising the machining programs.

frame and method which makes them practical and profitable. Furniture designs utilising 5 axis machines virtually have no limitations.

Accurate mitre joints, dowel holes on angled faces, shaping and profiling on a 5 axis machine can allow for some amazingly unique furniture.

The new range is soon to be released in Australia with the Accord 30 FX a main focal point. 5 axis machine demonstrations on the Accord 30 FX will be at Gabbett Machinery’s Sydney demonstration facility throughout the month of July. These demonstrations will give all visitors the opportunity to see what they can achieve with a 5 axis machine.

The SCM group have been at the forefront of 5 axis technology for many years, with three European factories specialising in the research, development and manufacture of 5 axis technology. The groups latest release has seen worldwide acclaim. It’s a versatile, 5 axis cnc with a great value price tag – making this technology available to everyone.

So what can a 5 axis SCM machine do – for a sneak preview, take a look at www.gabbett. com. The homepage shows an amazing video demonstrating a curved staircase balustrade machined including profiling and dowel drilling for mounting - all in under 3 minutes.

In addition to being great value, the SCM machine also incorporates some simple to use operator features. Items such as the new ‘Play & Motion’ portable console, which won the International product design award for 2011, make complex machinings simple. SCM’s patented safety system, incorporating both a bumper and photocell system also provides many production advantages.

To see this amazing machine running at its Australian launch, contact your local Gabbett Machinery office or visit www.gabbett.com 

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What’s in a bag machine set up M

any portable systems claim high CFM or air volumes but this is reliant on minimal resistance in the duct layout. What type of waste you put through them also has an impact on performance. Fine dust, from sanders etc will very quickly block filter material and may even pass through it. Light or large fluffy dust may cling or stick to the filter fabric instead of dropping into the bins. Many installations end up with far more connections than they were originally designed for. All the performance just gets diluted throughout all the machines.

Dust extraction is not rocket science ... but it is also not “number 8 wire” technology either. Certain rules apply and ignoring or pushing those limits generally results in poor performance. Many portable DC units work well in the beginning but lose efficiency over the following months. This happens mainly due to inferior fabric and not enough of it.

So what are the key rules?

Rule number 1: You can never have too much filter area, however you can have too little.

The more filter area a system has the less backpressure (restriction) will be created which equals more suction (air volume) at the business end.

A dust collector with 24 filter socks 220Ø and 1.35mtrs long will have more than twice the filter area and less resistance of a similarly sized unit with 4 filter bags 500 dia and 1.5mtrs long.

Both units use a 3000rpm 10hp (7.5kW) fan.

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The one with the least resistance will perform much better, will work over a longer distance and the filter fabric will last longer. These units can also easily be modified for outdoor use or as pre-filters.

Rule number 2: Good extraction is a balance of horsepower, resistance, DC design and filter area.

Applying more horsepower into the same filter area won’t help, it just forces the dust faster through the filter material. Eventually dust either blocks the holes in the fabric creating restriction, or it bleeds through the fabric ... more like dispersion than collection.

Resistance wastes horsepower. Reducing resistance increases airflow. This is done by using: efficiently designed fans; correctly sized short duct runs with the least amount of bends possible; short lengths of flexible hose (this is very important, resistance through 1mtr of flex is the same as 10mtrs of steel duct); slide gates to concentrate performance; a dust collector with as much filter area as possible. Finally, have the fabric cleaned regularly.

So in summary ... there are many portable bag machines available on the market, they all look similar and work the same way. What makes the difference is the design and quality of the fan and the amount of filter area. However there is minimal difference between many of these systems.

One proven alternative is a multiple filter sock unit. With increased filter area, heavy duty fan construction and high efficiency impeller, performance will be noticeably better.

The dust collector is only part of the equation.

Efficient ducting design, slide gates and quality, anti-static flexible hose will deliver the best solution. With small portable units you don’t have much to work with so each inefficiency can reduce performance considerably. We regularly see expensive plant and machinery trying to be cleaned or serviced by very budget ones. It is optimistic to expect cheap massed produced systems made from light weight metal and basic fabric to cope efficiently with some of the modern requirements and volumes some machines need these days!

It’s like using a fabric gazebo instead of a garage to protect your prized car. They will both protect it from the elements and environment, just one does it better than the other. 

HANDY HINT Multiply CFM (cubic feet per minute) by 1.699 to work out M³/HR (cubic metres per hour) Multiply M³/HR by 0.5886 to work out CFM

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Cutting Innovations & Woodform Design design & manufacture under the one roof

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utting Innovations recently relocated their business to share the same premises as Woodform Design at 58 The Concourse in West Auckland. Combining the skills and technologies of the two companies under the one roof will now allow their joint clients greater flexibility in manufacturing & design options, providing a one-stop shop for a very broad cross section of products.

Woodform Design Ltd has 30 year experience as a leading wood bending operation in the Southern Hemisphere and Cutting Innovations are up and coming leaders in advanced CNC router cutting of 2D and 3D design.

Woodform Design are well known for their acoustic and decorative panels for architectural applications. They are leaders in the bending of solid timber components and the manufacture of signature furniture. They have advanced wood bending equipment and a full scale workshop capable of manufacturing any wooden or joinery component and are the Australasian distributors of BendywoodÂŽ applications.

Cutting Innovations are able to sculpt just about anything using leading-edge technology in 3D machining. Design models though to display and film props, one off prototyping and production runs of 2D & 3D CNC routing in a wide range of materials. Profile cutting for fabricators and sign writing through to 3D machining for pattern making and mould tooling. There services also include laser engraving, digital die cutting and the manufacture of fibreglass components.

Together the two companies have invested in the latest technology and machinery including multiple drilling and router tools and multi axis aggregate cutting heads to deliver just about anything a client could want. ďƒŒ

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Robertson and Sinclair - passionate about tooling

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obertson and Sinclair is a privately owned and operated New Zealand company, specialising in tooling to suit the woodworking and related industries, who last year celebrated their 50th anniversary of servicing the woodworking sector.

They have a long serving sales team who travel extensively to international trade shows and seminars as well as visiting their own product suppliers to keep up to date with latest trends and provide the expertise to advise customers on the best options for their CNC tooling setups.

Robertson and Sinclair sales vans call on customers throughout Waikato, Auckland and Northland, picking up saw blades and tooling to be sharpened in their Penrose workshop. The vans are also stocked with consumable items to replenish clients inventory as required. Another busy part of the operation is manufacturing profile knives to clients own designs and providing customised bandsaw blades which are welded to length using top quality blading from Hakansson in Sweden.

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Hardwoods almost always have broadleaves and a seed within a nut as opposed to softwoods with needle like leaves and cones.

Hardwoods Hardwoods continue to be a popular material in New Zealand for a wide range of uses from joinery, flooring, furniture, turnery and other feature applications. We have a look at what a hardwood is and the importance of it coming from sustainably managed forest resources.

What is a Hardwood?

Perhaps a good starting point is to look at those features that determine what a hardwood is as distinct to a softwood. In broad terms hardwoods almost always have broad leaves rather than the needle like leaves of a softwood.

Softwoods almost always bear cones whereas hardwoods do not except in the rare cases of Alder and she-oak. In other words, hardwoods are usually associated with broadleaf and softwood with conifer.

A more apparent difference between hardwood and softwood lies at the microscopic or cellular level with softwood cells being relatively simple and more or less uniform when cut in a horizontal direction in terms of the growing tree. Hardwood cell structure is considerably more complex with specialised cells for sap transportation (called vessels) and for strength.

These vessels can be seen with the naked eye as fine lines and can help to give character to the surface appearance of many hardwoods, especially in furniture and turnery. Although this characteristic is a good indicator of a hardwood it is not perfect: tropical hardwoods for example can be very difficult to identify from the wood alone as there are so many related species with little or no difference between them in terms of wood structure.

Another indication in general terms is a wood’s density. Generally, the denser the wood the more likely it is a hardwood. There are exceptions to this but the commercial timbers available can be classified according to their air dry densities into six categories: Kg/m3 at 12% moisture content Exceptionally light Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy Exceptionally heavy

less than 300 300 – 450 450 – 650 650 – 800 800 – 1000 more than 1000

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Sustainably managed sources The above is just a broad look at the measures of what a hardwood is. Of more significance are those that are legally available here in New Zealand. By this is meant those timbers that meet the legal requirements of being from a sustainably managed resource. This is a crucial issue as the supply of timber resources around the world come under an ever increasing strain to meet demand. Here in New Zealand the use of timber resources is governed by the Forests Act 1949 as administered by the Ministry of Forestry (MAF). Landowners and forest managers seeking approvals for Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) plans and permits have to comply with the Indigenous forestry Provisions of the Act. To administer the Act MAF has established a set of Standards and Guidelines (MSG) for the sustainable management of New Zealand’s indigenous forests. These Standards and Guidelines set out detailed procedures and practice standards for sustainable forest management.

In essence this legislation and associated machinery is there to protect indigenous forests from over production and to ensure the survival of native species for future generations. The same principle is being applied all over the world. In other countries suppliers of timbers need to comply with the relative standards before they can legally export overseas.

The most recognised international set of standards is promoted by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). This body is an international stakeholder owned system designed to promote responsible management of the world’s forests. Through consultative processes, it sets international standards for responsible forest management. Its growing popularity probably lies in its accreditation of independent third party organisations who can certify forest managers and forest product producers to FSC standards. The FSC trademark provides international recognition to organisations

who support the growth of responsible forest management and enables consumers worldwide to identify such organisations.

The scope of the mission statement of the FSC is illuminating. It encompasses three elements: environmentally appropriate forest management to ensure the harvest of timber and non timber products maintains the forest’s biodiversity, productivity and ecological processes; socially beneficial forest management that helps local people and society at large to enjoy long term benefits and also provides strong incentives for local people to sustain forest resources and adhere to long term management plans and economically viable forest management that means forest operations are structured and run so as to be sufficiently profitable, without generating financial profit at the expense of the forest resources, the ecosystem or affected communities. The tension between producing adequate financial returns and following responsible forest management principles can be reduced through efforts to market forest products for their best value.

Another major initiative has been undertaken in Europe by the Pan European Forestry Council (PEFC). This body has developed standards aimed at stopping and reversing the decline of biological and landscape diversity values in Europe. The aim is to address all biological and landscape initiatives under one European initiative. It is proactive because it promotes the integration of biological diversity considerations into social and economic sectors. It provides a framework to promote a consistent approach through a European Biological and Landscape Diversity Strategy.

In practical terms it means standards have been created for sustainable forest management in Europe and a growing number of European timber suppliers now offer PEFC certification. 

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design flexibility

Hardwoods available in NZ Timber Species

Origin

Botanical Name

Alpine Ash

Australia

Eucalyptus regnans

Density*

Anegre (English Tawa)

Ivory Coast, Ghana

Aningeria spp

550

Ash, American

North America

Faxinus americana

670

Balau (Yellow Balau)

Indonesia, Malaysia,The Philippines

Shorea spp

930

620

Beech, European

Europe

Fagus sylvatica

640

Bubinga (African Rosewood)

Gabon and Cameroon

Guibourtia demeusei

900

Cherry, American

North America

Prunus serotina

625

Cherry, European

Europe

Prunus avium

650

Damanu (Calophyllum)

Papua New Guinea, Solomon Is. Fiji

Calophyllum spp

580

Iroko

West Africa

Chlorophora excelsa

655

Jarrah

Australia

Eucalyptus marginata

820

Kaudamu

Fijian Islands

Myristica chartacea

580

Kwila (Merbau)

Papua New Guinea

Intsia spp

870

Maple, American Hard

North America

Acer Saccharum

655

Matai Heart

New Zealand

Prumnopitys traxilohia, Podocarpus spicatus

630

Meranti, Dark Red

Malaysia and Indonesia

Shorea spp

680

Messmate (Tasmanian Obliqua)

Australia

Eucalyptus obliqua

780

Mountain Ash

Australia

Eucalyptus delegatensis

620

Oak, American White

North America

Quercus spp

640

Oak, European

Europe

Quercus robur, Quercus petraea

720

Padauk

Nigeria, Congo, Gabon

Ptercarpus soyauxii

800

Pilularis (Black Butt)

New Zealand

Eucalyptus pilularis

720

Red Beech

New Zealand

Nothofagus fusca

675

Rewa Rewa

New Zealand

Knightia excelsa

740

Rimu Heart

New Zealand

Dacrydium cupressinum soland

650

Rimu Sap/Colour

New Zealand

Dacrydium cupressinum soland

590

Rosewood

Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands

Pterocarpus indicus

650

Saligna (Sydney Blue Gum)

New Zealand and Australia

Eucalyptus saligna

660

Sapele Mahogany

West Africa

Entandrophragma cylindricum

640

Silky Oak

Australia

Cardwellia sublimis

640

Silver Beech

New Zealand

Nothofagus menziesii

585

Spotted Gum

Australia

Eucalyptus maculata

1030

Tasmanian Blackwood

Australia

Acacia melanoxylon

625

Tasmanian Oak

Mixture of Mountain Messmate

Ash, Alpine Ash and

720

Taun

South East Asia and The South Pacific

Pometia pinnata

705

Tawa

New Zealand

Beilschmiedia tawa

720

Teak

Burma, Thailand, India

Tectona grandis

660

Victorian Ash

Mixture of Mountain

Ash and Alpine Ash

620

Vitex

Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea

Vitex cofassus

750

Walnut, American Black

North America

Juglans nigra L

660

Wenge

Zaire

Millettia laurentii

880 * Kg per m3

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Cube equals less set-up, fewer passes, more accuracy Tony Cook from James Cook Joinery in Lower Hutt says the company’s policy has always been to “do a good job, on time”. With a reputation stretching back 30 years, a core of building companies supplying work in the Wellington region, and a workbook full of orders, it’s clearly a policy that works.

Tony’s been working in joinery for 39 years, and began James Cook Joinery with one other employee – Lance Smith – who is still working with him today. As work has increased the business has expanded to meet demand, and today the company has 8 staff, and offers a range of products from standard and specialised timber joinery, to kitchens and furniture.

“After cutting to length, we’d buzz, then thickness the traditional way,” he explains.

“Often there’d be 10 passes – three on the side, three on the face etc. Now there’s one or two – and a whole lot less handling. In fact we’ve started buying more timber by the pack lot, and one of us – often me – comes out and puts the whole pack through first thing.”

With a workload that is heavy on exterior timber joinery, Tony Cook recently invested in two machines that have got his staff excited.

“I went to the Jacks roadshow in Wellington earlier in the year, where I finally saw the machine I’d been looking for,” he says. What he saw was Weing’s new Cube – the straight four sider that has proved such a hit worldwide since its launch at LIGNA last year that there’s now a substantial waiting list to get hold of one.

“And the CNC chisel morticer caught the eye of the younger guys”. Tony bought both machines.

Tony had been convinced of the efficiency improvement before buying. But what he says is the biggest time saver is the knife changing.

“I changed them myself for the first time the other day” he says. “A full set took me 40 minutes. It’ll only take 30 next time I reckon.

Compare that to the old days where it could take an hour and a half just to set up the buzzer.”

The Cube offers the renowned quality and efficiency of Weinig at a new price point – offering a machine from the German solidtimber specialists that really suit a mid-sized joinery shop such as James Cook. Tony reckons the machine has cut down their processing time by at least 80%.

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The Centauro CNC chisel morticer is also already proving its worth. “The biggest benefit is the accuracy” says Tony. “When you’ve got a house-lot of joinery, that meant a lot of time spent on the old Wadkin chain and chisel morticer. Every piece had to be marked out. The chain would break or run off centre.

Chisels would get hot and crack. Parts were hard to come by. Now we’ve got the situation where you programme the job, and the Beta remembers that programme as long as you

want it. And it’s easy to use – everyone in the factory can use it.”

Staff at James Cook joinery can be working as part of a team, or take a job from start to finish on their own. As Tony points out, the Weinig and Centauro machines are designed to suit this flexible work pattern. “With both new machines you can interrupt them with an urgent job, then go back to what you were doing with the push of a button. It means we can cope with urgent jobs really well – which is great for our customers.”

Given their production levels the guys at James Cook make very efficient use of the workshop space they have available. So the compact nature of both new machines has meant the workshop is now capable of even more output from the same footprint, which is useful given the order book. Tony also reckons the new machines have contributed to a really good feeling amongst the staff. “I’ve got good loyal staff,” he says, “and now they’re racing up to the machines to use them. There’s a really good work ethic going on, and our outlook is really positive.” 

Silo storage for wood residues W

ith the increasing value of woodwaste residues such as planer shavings, many timber industry businesses are opting for the silo storage systems provided

by Windsor. The capacity of these silos, which are of modular construction, vary from 100m3 to 1000m 3 capacity and are manufactured by Mion & Mosole in Italy.

If the wood residue is being used as boiler or energy plant fuel, then a pneumatic transfer system is commonly utilised to deliver the wood fibre from the silo base to the heatplant surge bin. This process is fully automatic and the delivery pipeline can be up to 300m long.

Alternatively the wood residues may be stored for bulk

transportation to other customers or to wood pellet manufacturing plants.

Wood shavings are often of low bulk density (40-60kg/m 3) so that the actual mass of shavings in say a 200m 3 silo is maybe only 8-12 tonnes. However, by installing an intermediate hammermill, the shavings density can be increased to 120-150kg/m3, thereby providing much higher storage capacity by weight.

Windsor has installed several such systems and these often incorporate pulsejet filters for efficient extraction from a remanufacturing plant, a hammermill for particle reduction and silo storage of the required capacity.

The opportunity to use dry wood residues instead of, or as a supplement to coal, is providing significant savings in operating costs for several energy plants. In addition there are advantages for carbon emission reduction and the ETA scheme for such plants.

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Morten Ostergaard, Sales Manager from JKF Industri in Denmark visited Auckland recently and had some interesting comparisons to make between practises here and in Europe.

Look at the bigger picture Morten Ostergaard, Sales Manager for JKF Industri, Europe’s leading dust extraction company based in Denmark, joined New Zealand Duct & Flex to assist at the EMEX show last month. Speaking to visitors at the show and touring the North Island to see a variety of filter installs allowed him to make several comparisons between industry here and in Europe.

Undeniably the world’s most travelled dust consultant Morten has worked for JKF Industri for over 20 years and has considerable experience in all aspects of dust extraction in a variety of countries.

Morton’s sales territory includes New Zealand, Australia, Norway, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Africa and of course the home market of Denmark.

From conversations with potential customers at the show, Morten observed that in the NZ market whilst cost is a factor, New Zealanders were genuinely interested in the quality of the products on display. In terms of

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value Morten said “It’s probably as cheap as its going to get to buy quality European equipment right now, thanks to the problems in Greece”.

During his 10 day visit to New Zealand, Morten also visited several installations that New Zealand Duct & Flex have recently designed and supplied as well as potential customers.

Morton commented that the size of systems is markedly different here with many NZ systems being in the 6-10,000m³ per hour range when the average in Europe is more like 30,000m³ and systems are required to operate 24 hours continuously. In Europe it’s also ‘not allowed’ to sell filters that are not ‘ATEX’ safety system approved in terms of explosion venting systems and environmental standards.

Besides size, price and safety issues, Morten believed managers and specifier's in New Zealand should maybe consider not only the initial price of a system but the long term running costs.

Morten spoke to visitors at EMEX who removed filter socks every 1-2 years for cleaning or complete replacement. JKF Industri expect this to be an issue only every 5-8 years. Power, compressed air consumption and longevity of the filter bags themselves are all part of the ‘system’ cost.

To give an idea of this Morten gave details of the “VELUX” window systems manufacturer, Fife Joinery in Scotland who recently installed a new ‘SuperBlower’ filter system to handle wood dust extraction. This company operates 24/7 and looked to replace the old bag houses and fans with a new system. JKF were chosen as the preferred supplier and installed a new ‘low pressure’ filter system. This system is fitted with JKF’s ‘PowerPlus’ system that automatically starts up as it senses the filter needs cleaning and is able to clean each filter bag, one at a time, maintaining suction performance in the factory while reducing maintenance and cost.

With the old system, weekly shut downs to clean filters and resolve

blocked ductwork were the norm.

With the new system there has been no need for the staff to attend to the extraction system at all. The “PowerPlus’ system has automatically maintained the filter media in optimum condition.

Due to this, the company is saving over $2000 (1000 English Pounds) every week in comparison to the old system.

“Energy is not going to get cheaper in the future said Morton and it’s an important consideration especially from what I have been told about the New Zealand system of electricity peak pricing.

The ‘Velux’ manufacturer ’s reduction in running costs will have paid for their new system in another year or two and they will then enjoy the cost savings for many years to come.”

Another thing that surprised him during some visits was that New Zealand companies can still place small capacity mobile dust extractors inside the actual working area. In Western Europe this practice is banned as these filters are invariably overworked,

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and then leak, resulting in release of fine 2 – 10 micron particles that cause human respiratory systems harm.

Morten commented, “I can see these units are used because they are cheap, but they simply don’t have enough engineering or size to provide safe efficient extraction and amazingly they are often connected to expensive European CNC machines which would have cost $50,000 – $100,000 and more. This is most unusual to us.”

(That’s Danish for Nuts!)

“We get asked for small ‘trolley type’ filters but we decided some time ago we won’t supply them.” said Geoff Ebdon, Sales Manager from NZ Duct & Flex.

“We listened to the experience and advice from our suppliers, and combining this with our own experience, decided it goes against our policy to supply the best filter systems we can to our customers.”

Ebdon believes that in order to achieve good efficient filtration you should not overload a given filter material area with too much dust and air. Sticking with a lower filter to air ratio gives 3 main benefits:

a) The speed at which dust particles contact the filter material is slower, so the dust doesn’t get forced deep into the material, hence the filter socks don’t block up as fast and so last longer b) This lower speed in the filter itself, means the suction at the machine can be maintained with less mechanical cleaning, saving running costs c) We can be sure that we have provided our customers with the best protection for their employees and the long term running costs possible.

Geoff Ebdon said that although a huge player in the European market, JKF Industri continue to operate in a ‘family’ business style – the products are excellent but only as good as the support offered to the customer.

“This is Morten’s second visit to New Zealand in 2 years and we look forward to his presence here again especially since he found there is a vineyard with his name on it. New Zealand Duct and Flex are very appreciative of the backing and support of such a large European organisation.” 

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It’s all about people

A

recent survey of the JITO has provided important human resource information for effective business planning.The following provides a snapshot for you to look ahead especially after several years of difficult times. It is encouraging to see the positive outlook in regard to the future. As you peruse the results below it is evident one of the greatest issues facing your business is likely to be your most valuable resource – your workers, your people.

Key challenges expected over the next 2-3 years.

The single most common response is about the shortage of skilled staff and apprentices.

“A large increase in work load and not enough new workers to fill the market.”

“The challenge of not having enough apprentices as there are a lot of companies out there too tired to train but are happy to pick of their oppositions.”

Further challenges that have been commented on are, the economy, company profitability and compliance costs. “ Key issues will be finding ways of attracting the right people as apprentices, trying to get public awareness of what we actually do and trying to keep our small business affordable and profitable.”

“More accountability demanded by consumers and builders – sub contractors are accountable for their work. More builders asking for windows to be installed.”

What qualifications do your managers/supervisors have?

This picture shows most simply have trade qualifications and hence workers are being placed into supervisory or management positions without training in these skills. This has potential to set them up for failure. Being skilled at the trade doesn’t mean they know about being a supervisor or a manager.

How important do you think formal training is?

What do you think are the biggest barriers to training?

52% of the respondents felt that formal training was very important, 45% thought it important and only 3% thought it not important.

It is worthy to note here that 68% think there will be a greater need for more training, 2% thought there would be less need and 30% expected the need for training to remain the same.

Focussing on the five most significant barriers mentioned there are some things JITO can do and some that are beyond our control.

How well do the current qualifications meet your company needs?

A pleasing 74% thought the current qualifications meet company needs. The ‘Not Well’ 26% respondents expressed concerns around a variety of issues most of which tell JITO that the current qualifications and assessment at block courses are not understood.

JITO has undertaken to improve communication, especially informing you which qualification is suitable for your company, how apprentices are assessed at block courses, how the skills taught at block courses can benefit a company and developing a new model of training to reduce the length of block courses if the apprentice is well prepared in the workplace.

Suggestions have been made to develop further qualifications and training in CNC machining, management/supervisory and short courses for tradespeople to upskill. This leads us to believe that our communication could be more effective. Training options are not understood by 58% of the sectors. JITO provides CNC training which is the National Certificate in Kitchen Manufacturing and Supervisory and Management training has been offered since 2004. JITO is currently looking at developing short courses for upskilling tradespeople and the first off the rank will be CNC for already qualified people.

JITO is asking for your help with communication. 85% of you indicated you preferred to be kept informed via email and we agree.

Printing and snail mail is an expensive form of communication.

We ask that you do read our emails and keep your staff informed.

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• Lack of work and uncertainty of future work volume. This is beyond the control of JITO however what we do know is that the construction sector has already begun to move into a growth phase.

• Poor attitude of young people to work. JITO cannot singlehandedly change attitudes so with your assistance in using the new training plans and regular mentoring we would hope to make a difference. A formal training plan and process sets out a programme for learning with expectations to aspire to. It provides guidance for an employer • Cost of time to attend block courses. JITO is working on a model which will allow a company to send an apprentice to block course for training in areas of work that is less commonly practiced in the workplace. Where work is undertaken regularly in the workplace the apprentice will complete distance learning and prepare their evidence for a 2-3 day assessment at Polytech.

This model is not yet finalised so keep an eye on your email.

• Difficulty finding appropriate people to employ/train. JITO has a Gateway programme that is a proven success. You can contact a local high school to enquire about hosting a student one day a week. This is a great chance to “try before you buy.”

Please visit the JITO website to read about this programme.

Alternatively contact us at JITO and we can arrange for a Modern Apprentice Coordinator to visit you at your company.

For the first time in many years we at JITO believe we are looking towards a brighter and more prosperous future.

Deb Paul Chief Executive JITO

Dr Buzz

It’s all relative

I

have just returned from Milan, Italy having attended the international Woodworking Machinery exhibition Xylexpo.

This was my first time as an exhibitor so it was quite a different experience from the usual traipsing of halls looking visiting suppliers and looking for new developments and products.

It would be fair to say that the future of Xylexpo is uncertain.

Whereas in the past, Xylexpo was the main international European show in the alternate years to Ligna. However, the combination of major recessions in a number of European countries, mixed with two major Italian manufacturers (SCM and Biesse) splintering and having their own show in Rimini in the weeks before Xylexpo, have dealt this show a real body blow.

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I am sure Biesse and SCM have their own reasons for splitting off, but one senses that there will be no winners from this strategy. The talk in Italy was that Xylexpo will cease to be an international show.

Some of the economies in Europe are in significant trouble. Italy feels like the US was 3 years ago. No activity, general pervading sense of gloom and a sense it will get worse before it gets better.

Given that the US is only now starting to claw its way back into positive territory, it could be 3 or 4 years before Italy starts to improve – provided there isn’t some kind of collapse of the EURO in the meantime.

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Similarly Spain has 2 million houses without anyone living in them.

Given that in a normal year, they build 80,000 houses, there is a lot of surplus stock which will hold back their economy for years.

So New Zealand feels positively sparkling compared to Italy. It’s all relative.

And while there are certainly major risks to the hope that New Zealand has seen the worst of the recession, the much delayed Christchurch rebuild will eventually kick in and the southern track of the exchange rate (if it keeps up) will make it easier for local manufacturers to compete with cheap imports.

There have been enough business closures in the 3 years to spread the work among a smaller manufacturing base and while there is probably still some overcapacity, we should see a general upward trend in profitability and sales growth in our sector.

Another reason New Zealand customers stayed away from Xylexpo this year is that AWISA is back again after being cancelled in 2010. AWISA is a woodworking machinery and processes show of international quality and while it may not have the size of the bigger shows such as LIGNA and IWF Atlanta, it is ideally suited to the manufacturing scales of New Zealand.

See you there BUZZ

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Due Process Geoff Hardy

Disturbing trends in the residential construction sector For many years now, Madison Hardy has been providing legal advice to builders. These days, hardly a week goes by when we do not receive a call from a builder who is at an emotional breaking-point over a dispute that has arisen with his client, and who tells us that in 20 (30, 40) years of building, he has never encountered as difficult a situation as the one he has contacted us about.

I don’t believe this is symptomatic of a decline in building standards in recent years. These builders all hold recognised qualifications in building, and they take pride in their work. They have all satisfied the strict criteria for becoming licensed under the new Government regime that came into force on 1 March 2012. Furthermore, they own and operate small businesses that are dependent on maintaining good relations with their customers to ensure the steady stream of income they rely upon to feed their families.

Rather, I think it is symptomatic of the fast-paced, competitive, and stressful age we live in, and the general decline in tolerance and understanding that is the inevitable result of it. Like it or not, the days of deals on a handshake are gone, as are the days when unpaid debts were something to be ashamed of.

And so in many building projects, payment of the full contract price is now seen as something which is almost discretionary rather than compulsory.

That approach has been made all the easier by the fact that building is a service that has traditionally been done on credit. In other words, the builder does the work first, and then hopes to be paid for

it later. That gives the dissatisfied homeowner enormous power. And it is simply human nature that more and more homeowners these days are going to be motivated to use, and abuse, that power.

The usual ploy is so commonplace that I call it the “cunning plan”.

That is, at some stage during the course of the project, the homeowner develops a suspicion that he is being fleeced by the builder. He may hint at his dissatisfaction, but he keeps the full extent of it quiet until he has achieved the desired objective – which is possession of the building. The builder issues his final invoice, and then watches the weeks pass by without payment.

The homeowner may then voice his grievances, particularly if he is waiting on producer statements or rectification of defects, but the one thing he does not do is take steps to resolve the underlying dispute.

That is because he already has everything he essentially wants – he has the finished building, and he has the builder’s money. The plan is to use that money, either as leverage to ensure the homeowner “wins” the dispute, or alternatively to pay it to another builder to rectify the allegedly defective workmanship.

I am not suggesting that the builder is always right and the homeowner always wrong. Many builders do sub-standard work, and even if they don’t, they make a hash out of communicating with the client and working through issues of discontent. On the flip side, however, there are many other homeowners these days who do not hesitate to seize an opportunity to get goods or services at a discount, simply

by not paying for them. And in between those two extremes, there are the vast majority of cases where the issues in dispute are simply a result of a series of genuine misunderstandings on both sides.

of worthwhile reforms such as builder licensing and building consent simplification, we are now seeing a rash of extra consumer rights and remedies about to be added to the already overabundant and confusing pile.

I am also not suggesting that the homeowner is not entitled to pursue his rights and enforce his remedies. If only he would do that. But because of the perverse disincentives created by possession of both the property and the money, resolving the underlying dispute is generally the last thing on the homeowner’s mind. The only party with any real incentive to do so is the builder, who probably owes 90% of the unpaid invoices to subcontractors and suppliers, and desperately needs the balance simply to make ends meet.

I really fear for the future of the small builders who do the highend, architecturally-designed, residential building work.

I don’t think the Government realise it, but coupled with the shift of responsibilities from Councils to the building trades and professionals, and the disciplinary powers of the Building Practitioners Board, these changes are going to drive more and more of these skilled craftsmen out of the market.

To counteract the unfair advantage that a disenchanted owner-inpossession has, the builder has to resort to the law. Fortunately there are now some cheaper and quicker options than litigation, available to him under the Construction Contracts Act 2002. But whether he wins or loses, that will often mean that he has spent all of his profit margin on recovering his money, and he has effectively built that house for free.

Interestingly we are on the verge of a building boom that will see supply and demand in the building sector radically reversed, so builders will have some bargaining power once again.

But if they don’t use it, I believe they will find residential building an increasingly demoralising experience, and they will leave it to the group housing companies and residential divisions of the major construction companies.

As a nation, we will be much the poorer for it. ²

This would be hardship enough, were it not for the fact that the Government appears blind to this reality. Ever since the 2002 Hunn Report mistakenly concluded that builders were effectively immune from any accountability under the law, the Department of Building and Housing has been hell-bent on tilting the playing field more in favour of the homeowner.

And so in addition to a number

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a view from both sides Tony DeLorenzo

The end of retail Can you buy a kitchen on line?

Technically yes but for us in the know who would really want to.

There are so many issues with measurements, rooms being out of square, colour matching in the real world let alone in the virtual one, templating, access, removing the old, installing the new, tradesmen, decorating, appliances..... ARRRHG! You would be a fool to take this on!

Ooops. Isn’t this what we do every day? Are we all fools? Of course not. WE, know what we are doing!

Sadly though the day will come where kitchen are designed, manufactured and bought online.

Retail showrooms and shops will close and customer will demand trade prices as they start sourcing products direct from suppliers.

I own a kitchen and bathroom design company. For the most part we try and sell design but on those great days when we get to sell the entire kitchen we also get a bit of a margin on the cabinetry, benchtops, and sometimes even tiles and lighting. We get a trade price because as we are loyal customers and tend to do repeat business. It is the difference between trade and retail that we count on to make a living.

At this point of the article Greg at Rabbite Joinery in Hawkes Bay is saying “Where are you going with this, Tony”, but just hang in there Greg I’m getting to it ...

So it is quite disturbing to see more and more retail suppliers offering trade prices to customers who just walk off the street.

For example there used to be a certain store where we used to get a whopping great 25% trade discount. This was great as we would often split the difference with the customer and everybody won. We got a margin, the store got heaps of our work, and the client got a bit of a discount.

Now the same store is saying to anyone who walks in “Take 25% of anything and everything!”

So where does that leave us we asked? Apparently they can still squeeze out 5% for us as long as there are no sales on. 5% barely pays for the petrol to go down there with the client let alone the time spent selecting the right product and colour. We are then told to just charge the client design time if you want to make money, which is what we do. But it is rather difficult to do this when the same store has a sign saying “FREE DESIGN.” My big question is, why offer the same discounts to one off customers that you give to regular repeat customers? Where is the loyalty? Where is the payback?

I hope you are still with me Greg ‘cos here is the link!

If retail stores continue to pursue sales through purely a discounting philosophy they will be bringing about their own demise at an even faster rate. Consumers are already shopping online and getting cheaper prices because online stores don’t pay rent or floor staff. Yes, it is not fair that the shop has done the work of actually selling the product to the consumer, but that is the way it is. For a shop then to remove any incentive for a repeat specifier to actively bring customers through the door is crazy. The irony of course being the shop giving a discount is doing to the specifier what the consumer is doing to them.

There are retail stores overseas that are starting to charge for any service the shop offers that you can’t get in line. For example, clothing stores that charge for trying on items, non refundable deposits for tiles that are taken home. These charges are waived if the customer purchases the item at the store but they highlight how any service a customer receives should be charged for.

we need to start placing a value on the services we offer.

When I see companies advertising free design it irritates me. We are better than this and saying that design and construction skills are worthless is an insult to everybody who works in the joinery industry.

Is it really that easy, or are we just being too modest? Sorry my ego is a little too big to accept that.

Right I am off to negotiate a fee for this article. Hopefully I will still be in the next issue as long as they don’t download an article for free in my place ...

Tony DeLorenzo is the current President of the NKBA he can be reached via email at tony.debs@clear.net.nz

In our industry we are the experts.

I keep saying this because it is true. We problem solve, we find solutions, we make things work better, and I dare say every one of us designs to some extent. These are not skills Joe public have and

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web direct

Yahoo Axis aims at shaking up Internet search Joining the battle to redefine Internet search, Yahoo is taking aim with a new browser enhancement it calls "Axis".

Axis can display search results in a panorama of visual thumbnails that can be scrolled through above a web page. It's a departure from search engines' traditional presentation of a list of staid web links that require more navigation and guesswork.

Yahoo has relied on Bing's technology since 2010 as part of a decade-long partnership with Microsoft, formed to lure users away from Google. So far, most of Bing's gains have come at Yahoo's expense, but Yahoo was losing search traffic well before it began leaning on Bing.

Yahoo's share of the US search market stood at 13.5 per cent through April, down from nearly 25 per cent five years ago, according to the research firm comScore Inc. Bing holds a 15.4 per cent share, up from 9.4 per cent five years ago when Microsoft operated a search engine under a different name and system. Google's share has climbed from 56 per cent five years ago to more than 66 per cent now.

Yahoo's alliance with Microsoft gives it the flexibility to offer unique search features, such as Axis, that Bing doesn't have. Getting people to use its search engine more frequently is important to Yahoo because it keeps 88 per cent of the revenue generated from requests made on its service, but none when a query is entered directly on Bing.

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TRADE FAIRS www.awisa.com Sydney woodworking trade fair www.exposicam.it Italian furniture trade fair www.forestevents.co.nz NZ Forest Industries Exibition www.homeshows.co.nz Auckland Homeshow www.iwf.com USA Intl woodworking fair www.koelnmesse.de international trade fairs www.ligna.de German machinery trade fair www.interzum.de German componentry trade fair www.xylexpo.com Milan woodworking trade fair www.zow.it European trade fairs TIMBER, PANEL & VENEER www.4macro.co.nz macrocarpa specialist www.BBStimbers.co.nz specialist timber suppliers www.bestwood.co.nz Carter Holt Harvey Wood www.fwp.co.nz Fletcher Wood Panels www.gvpnz.com Gibson Veneer & Plywood www.hermpac.co.nz Western red cedar specialists www.jointwood.co.nz finger-jointed products www.jsc.co.nz J.Scott & Co timbers www.lindix.co.nz NZ native hardwoods www.nelsonpine.co.nz MDF board manufacturer www.plyman.co.nz specialist plywood supplier www.primepanels.co.nz NZ panel manufacturer www.scootersply.co.nz building supplier www.sotico.com.au jarrah hardwood www.thetimbersource.co.nz Rosenfeld Kidson www.timpan.co.nz timber merchant www.timspec.co.nz specialised timbers www.tunnicliffes.co.nz exterior joinery profiles and more www.westco.co.nz Westco Lagan Ltd www.woodcentre.com.au specialty timber

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stefanohardware.com Stefano Orlati is a family based business that was founded in New Zealand in 1999 operating under the name of NZ Hardware Enterprises Limited. A market leader in the supply of kitchen, bathroom, furniture and interior building fittings, Stefano Orlati now services all of New Zealand and Australia, with their main warehouses in Auckland, Christchurch and Brisbane.

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A.J. Bates Ltd 09 579 4392 205 Station Road Penrose Auckland

Blum 09 820 5051 PO Box 71118 Rosebank Auckland 1348

Communication Link Ltd 03 470 1122 195 Peninsula Rd Queenstown 9054

Du Bois Design Ltd 021 608 236 149 Arney Rd Remuera Auckland 1541

Advanced Joinery Ltd 03 348 7700 PO Box 11 038 Christchurch 8443

Bonham Interior Ltd 09 303 1547 12 Adelaid St Freemans Bay Auckland 0754

Complete Bathrooms Ltd 09 309 3991 199 Great North Road Grey Lynn Auckland 1150

Dux Industries 0800 367389 PO Box 12076, Penrose Auckland 1642

All About Kitchens & Bathrooms 04 527 8373 5B Jupiter Grove Upper Hutt 5018

Bramco Granite & Marble Ltd 04 570 0025 PO Box 33305 Petone Wellington 5046

Construction Marketing Services 09 589 2068 PO Box 12185 Penrose Auckland 1642

Edward Gibbon Ltd - Christchurch 03 366 7199 75 Kingsley Street Christchurch 8242

Brightlight New Zealand 2004 Ltd 09 303 3915 PO Box 74579 Greenlane Auckland 1546

Cooper Webley 2006 Ltd 03 547 0010 64 Beatty St Tahunanui Nelson 7011

Electrolux Home Products (NZ) 09 573 2220 3 Niall Burgess Rd Mt Wellington Auckland 1642

Ann Beales Design 027 645 0785 36 Blackbeech St Upper Hutt Wellington 5018

Brightwater Cabinetmakers & Joinery 03 542 3135 58 Factory Rd Brightwater Nelson 7022

Cronin Kitchens 09 813 6192 PO Box 28700 Remuera Auckland 1541

Elite Hardware 03 348 0296 Unit 3, 38 Dakota Cres Wigram Christchurch 8146

Applico Ltd 09 574 1050 120 Captain Springs Rd Onehunga Auckland 1643

Burns & Ferrall Ltd - Auckland 09 633 0900 PO Box 13140 Onehunga Auckland 1643

Cube3 Cabinetry Ltd 09 297 7830 8 Tironui Station Rd West Takanini Auckland 2247

Elite Kitchens and Cabinets 09 298 8388 64 Hunna Rd Papakura Auckland 2110

Aquaknight 09 832 2214 PO Box 21721 Henderson Auckland 0650

Busch Joinery Ltd 027 563 4537 1737 Boundary Rd RD 3 Ashburton 7773

Daiken New Zealand Limited 03 313 6819 Upper Sefton Road Ashley Rangiora 7440

Encompass Group Ltd 04 473 5553 PO Box 22200 Khandallah Wellington 6441

Aquatica NZ Ltd 09 828 2068 5 Saunders Place Auckland 1026

Cabinet Development 09 8277836 PO Box 15178 New Lynn Auckland 0640

Danie Mars Kitchens 04 382 9617 13 Green St Newtown Wellington

Essex Cabinetmakers Ltd 09 827 3845 16 Portage Rd. New Lynn Auckland 0600

Artia 09 573 5135 PO Box 22410 Otahuhu Auckland 1060

Capital Kitchens Ltd 04 232 4135 40a Main Road Tawa Wellington 5249

David Corbett CBDNZ 021 715 570 24A Rarangii Rd St Heliers Auckland 1071

Eterno Design Ltd 021 246 5753 29 Peel Street, St Andrews Square Christchurch 8052

Artisan Stone Ltd 03 348 0680 PO Box 8500 Christchurch 8440

Carlielle Kitchens 09 238 5222 138 Manukau Rd Pukekohe 1023

de Bruin-Judge Furniture Ltd 09 443 0296 PO Box 101 434 NSMC Auckland 0745

Europica Ltd 03 348 3766 45 Maidavale St Riccarton Christchurch 8011

Autocrat Joinery 07 574 8162 31 Maru St Tauranga 3116

Carmen Hubber Interior Design 03 442 7110 14 Quarry Place Queenstown 9349

Debra DeLorenzo Design Ltd 04 381 3783 1 Ranfurly Tce Mt Cook Wellington 6021

Farquhar Design Kitchens Ltd 07 573 4170 27 Station Rd Te Puke 3119

Bathroom Direct HO/ Henry Brooks 09 913 3110 5 Smales Rd East Tamaki Auckland 2141

Carter Holt Harvey Wood Products 09 633 1562 195 Browns Rd Wiri Auckland 1142

DecoGlaze NZ Ltd 09 576 9682 PO Box 260081 Howick East Auckland

Fisher & Paykel Appliances Ltd 09 273 0660 PO Box 58 550 Botany Auckland 2163

Bathroom Express Ltd 03 423 9300 3/473 Brougham St Waltham Christchurch

Celia Visser Design Ltd 09 917 1794 PO Box 47-852 Ponsonby Auckland 1144

Denele Design 0800 336 353 5D / 84 Gunner Dr Waitakere Auckland 0610

Formatt Kitchens Ltd 03 441 4944 180 Glendu Drive Queenstown 9349

Bays Joinery Ltd 03 544 0087 6 Tokomaru Place Stoke Nelson 7040

Central Benchmakers Ltd 03 448 7514 55 Russell St Alexandra 9320

Design Consultancy/Julie Walker 07 549 4534 214 Kauri Point Road RD1 Katikati 3177

Frances Robinson Design 09 238 5088 233 Wellington Street Pukekohe 2120

Andrew Cox Interior Design Ltd 04 389 5833 21 Awhiro Street Wellington

Beaver Kitchens 07 308 7642 28 McAlister St Whakatane 3120 Bespoke on Khyber Ltd 09 966 2903 371 Khyber Pass Rd Newmarket Auckland Bestline Kitchens Ltd 09 534 1327 Cnr Wellington & Elliot Streets Howick Auckland 2145 Biesse Group NZ Ltd 09 820 0534 PO Box 76046 Manukau Auckland 2104

Central Joinery Ltd 09 250 2130 4 Cavendish Drive Manukau Auckland Classic Designz Ltd 027 476 2048 45 Dorset Street Westmere Auckland Colleen Holder Design 09 527 1420 PO Box 11554, Ellerslie Auckland 1542 Command Kitchen (Links) Ltd 09 272 3200 PO Box 204340 Highbrook Auckland 2161

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Designer Cabinets 1996 Ltd 07 849 3757 17 Foreman Road Hamilton 3241 Detail by Davinia Sutton 03 356 2722 110 Office Rd Merivale Christchurch 8014 Dezignatek Limited 0800 333 350 35 Stonedon Drive East Tamaki Auckland 2163 Dream Doors (NZ) Ltd - Wanaka 03 443 5133 PO Box 31 306 Lake Hawea 9345

Fyfe Kitchens 09 274 7055 60 Allens Road EastTamaki Auckland 2161 GBC South Island Ltd 03 338 4848 PO Box 6182 Upper Riccarton Christchurch 8442 German Kitchens Ltd 04 802 4805 Mount Cook Police Barracks 13 Buckle St Wellington 6141 Glass Art Ltd 07 928 3366 118 Aerodrome Road Mt Maunganui 3116

National Kitchen & Bathroom Association members 2012

Glassforce 03 384 3077 PO Box 19745 Woolston Christchurch 8241

Hierarchy Architecture Limited 03 963 8031 Unit 1 12 Moorehouse Ave Christchurch 8011

Glen Johns Design 06 759 0940 PO Box 54 New Plymouth 4340

Home Ideas Centre - Auckland 09 303 4755 165 The Strand Parnell Auckland 1151

Good Kitchens Ltd 09 267 2687 1/118 Takanini School Rd Auckland 2246

Hostess Mastercraft Kitchens 07 847 3099 17 Sunshine Avenue Te Rapa Hamilton 3200

GP Design 03 385 0100 11 Philippe Ave Yaldhurst Christchurch 8024

HR Jones & Co Ltd Kitchen Centre 06 323 4388 60 Aorangi St Feilding 4702

Graeme Faire Ltd 09 299 6237 PO Box 72937 Papakura 2244

Hughes Joinery 06 952 3581 PO Box 4250 Palmerston North

Grandee 1998 09 272 7131 16 Kerwyn Ave East Tamaki Auckland 2010

Ingrid Geldof Design 03 377 2557 12 Bealey Ave Christchurch 8014

Granite Benchtops Taranaki Ltd 06 759 2125 18 Gilmour St New Plymouth

Interior Fittings Ltd Mastercraft Rotorua 07 348 1041 19-23 White St Rotorua 3040

Kitchen Link Ltd 09 476 7464 10 Triton Drive Albany Auckland 0751

Interior Space Ltd - Nicki Bell 03 366 9493 18 Melrose St Christchurch 8013

Kitchen Studio - Christchurch 03 982 5888 447A Blenheim Rd Middleton Christchurch 8444

Italian Stone Ltd 09 827 8633 PO Box 15 064 New Lynn Auckland

Kitchen Studio - Counties Manukau 09 299 3144 Unit B, 180 Gt Sth Rd Takanini Auckland 2245

Jag Kitchens 09 271 3131 PO Box 39515 Howick Auckland 2145

Kitchen Studio - Distribution 03 964 4580 447B Blenheim Rd, Middleton Christchurch 8442

James Hardie NZ Ltd 0800 808 868 50 O'Rorke Rd Penrose Auckland 1601

Kitchen Studio - Dunedin 03 455 5101 PO Box 2002 Dunedin 9044

Jenny Burrough Design 03 578 0142 23 Glenhill Drive Blenheim 7201

Kitchen Studio - Eastern Subs 09 274 5201 PO Box 199 Takanini Auckland 2245

JITO 04 385 8814 Level 7 186 Willis St Wellington 6142

Kitchen Studio - Greenlane 09 579 1243 PO Box 17076 Greenlane Auckland 1546

Joinery Zone Ltd 03 688 8223 110 Fraser Street Timaru 7940

Kitchen Studio - Hamilton 07 847 0582 45 Killarney Rd Hamilton 3204

Jones & Sandford Timber & Hardware 06 759 4399 5 Vickers Road Waiwakaiho New Plymouth

Kitchen Studio - Hastings 06 870 4327 Cnr Hastings & St Aubyns St Hastings 4122

Graphic Glass Auckland 09 271 6005 11a Ra Ora Drive East Tamaki Auckland 2145 Graphic Glass Canterbury 03 343 1044 Unit 1/26 Parkhouse Rd Wigram Christchurch 8441 Greenmount Manufacturing Ltd 09 2739030 13 Polaris Place East Tamaki Auckland 2163 Hafele NZ Ltd 09 274 2049 PO Box 58542 East Tamaki Auckland 2041 Hagley Joinery Marlborough Ltd 03 578 4788 19 Nelson St Blenheim 7201 Hagley Kitchens Ltd 03 338 8235 6 Nazareth Ave, Middleton Christchurch 8024 Harvey Norman Stores (NZ) LTD 09 442 6500 PO Box 100-952 NSMC Auckland 0745 Heathcote Appliances 07 839 5443 Cnr Tristram & Thackeray Sts Hamilton Heirloom Kitchens 07 578 6361 35 Koromiko St Tauranga 3110 Heritage Tiles - Head Office 09 270 6314 PO Box 12378 Penrose Auckland 1642 Hettich New Zealand 09 274 4036 18 Barmac Place East Tamaki Auckland 2141

Judy Bark CKDNZ 06 877 8449 47 Hikanui Drive, Havelock Nth. 4130 Kapiti Kitchens & Bathrooms 04 293 1084 365 Te Moana Rd Waikanae 5036 Kerikeri Cabinets 09 407 1000 2998 Kapiro Rd, RD 1 KeriKeri

Kings Fourth Generation Woodworking Co 06 379 8812 Broadway Carterton 5743 Kitchen Architecture Ltd 09 444 6383 PO Box 301103 Albany Auckland 0752 Kitchen Dynamics 09 235 0252 122 Kitchener Rd Waiuku 0620 Kitchen Expo / Partners 09 625 3500 8 Carr Road Mt Roskill Auckland 1440 Kitchen In Ltd 06 753 8006 499 Carrington Rd RD1 New Plymouth 4310 Kitchen King Ltd 09 426 7456 44 Anvil Rd Silverdale Auckland 0932

Kitchen Studio - Invercargill 03 218 2867 Cnr Dee & Lowe Sts Invercargill 9810 Kitchen Studio - Mt Roskill 09 624 5011 28 Carr Rd Auckland 1440 Kitchen Studio - Nelson 03 546 5035 154 Tahunanui Drive Nelson 7011

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LIVE Interior Architecture & Design 04 473 4220 Level 2, 258 Thorndon Quay Wellington

Mastercraft - Whangamata 07 865 7947 108 Lindsay Rd Whangamata 3620

More than Kitchens (NZ) Ltd 07 575 3770 115 Newton Street Mt Maunganui 3116

Paterson 09 309 3022 Cnr Boston & Severn Rds Newmarket Auckland 1140

Living Kitchens 03 348 0860 121 Wrights Rd Addington Christchurch 8443

Mastercraft - Whangarei 09 438 3037 178 Lower Dent St Whangarei 0110

Mother Hubbards Cupboards 04 526 2426 486 Ferguson Drive Upper Hutt Wellington 5018

Pauline Stockwell Design 04 380 9580 78 Seatoun Heights Road Wellington 6022

Living Timber 04 567 2577 64 Fisk Street, Naenae Lower Hutt Wellington 5011

Mastercraft - Whitianga (Living Kitchen Design) 07 866 4111 243 South Highway Whitianga 3542

Motueka Joinery Company 2001 Ltd 03 528 9012 20 Old Wharf Road Motueka Nelson 7120

Penny Harty Kitchen Designer 03 3845099 3 Michael Ave Cannon Hill Christchurch 8081

MWF Manufacturing Ltd 03 365 6218 Unit 3, 11 March Place Belfast Christchurch 8548

Personal Touch Kitchens Ltd 07 871 3998 20 Rickit Rd Te Awamutu 3800

My Kitchen Ltd 0800 695482 39 Fingal Way Hibiscus Coast Auckland 0751

Peter Hay Kitchens 09 573 0221 93 Carbine Road Auckland 1543

Nelson Pine Industries 0800 800 438 77 G. Sturges Rd Henderson Auckland 0612

PPG Industries (NZ) Ltd 09 573 1620 5 Monahan Rd Mt Wellington Auckland 1640

Neo Design Ltd 09 443 4461 96 Hillside Rd Glenfield Auckland 0745

Prestige Joinery Ltd 06 377 1331 140 Perry St Masterton 5810

Eastdragon Enterprises Ltd 09 276 7276 PO Box 22498 Otahuhu Auckland 1640

Pridex Kitchens - Wellington 04 499 8501 115 Thorndon Quay Wellington 6011

NG Design 04 471 2577 Level 1, Capital Gateway 34 - 56 Thorndon Quay Wellington 6141

Primepanels NZ Ltd - Auckland 09 271 3526 43 Stonedon Drive East Tamaki Auckland 2141

Nicola McCormack CKDNZ 021 068 2424 15 Ngake Street Orakei Auckland 1071

Primepanels NZ Ltd - Christchurch 03 349 3362 PO Box 6428 Upper Ricarton Christchurch 8442

NZ Hardware Enterprises 09 837 0886 PO Box 21398 Henderson Auckland 0650

PSP Stonecraft Ltd 09 442 5922 28 Poland Rd Glenfield Auckland 0627

Oakleys Plumbing 03 379 4750 305 Cashel Street Christchurch 8240

Quattro Uno 06 877 8603 25 Chambers Street, Havelock North Hawkes Bay 4141

Oakleys Plumbing Supplies Dunedin 03 466 3604 PO Box 2086 Dunedin 9044

Rabbitte Joinery Ltd 06 870 8911 150 Brookfields Road RD3 Napier 4110

Lloyds Joinery Ltd 03 215 8383 141 North Road Invercargill 9840 Lyall Park Joinery 03 313 9985 18 Albert Street Rangiora 7440 Mackersey Construction 06 876 0252 PO Box 320 Hastings Marbello 2009 Ltd - Christchurch 03 384 8133 9 Francella St Bromley Christchurch 8062 Marbello Sth (2011) Ltd 03 479 2732 381 Kaikorai Valley Rd Dunedin 9011 Mardeco International Ltd 09 428 0658 Unit 3, 16 David Sidwell Place Whangararaoa Auckland 0943 Mastercraft - BML Builders Ltd 09 412 2350 18 Shamrock Drive Kumeu Auckland 0814 Mastercraft - Kitchens by Craftwood Mt Wellington 09 527 0103 36a Hannigan Drive Mt Wellington Auckland 1743 Mastercraft - Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North 06 355 4646 42 Bennett St Palmerston North 4442 Mastercraft - Kitchens by McIndoe Hawkes Bay 06 843 3880 6 Carnegie Rd Napier 4110 Mastercraft - Pukekohe 09 239 2226 171 Manukau Rd Pukekohe Auckland 0629 Mastercraft - Taranaki 06 759 8221 489B Devon St East New Plymouth 4310 Mastercraft - Taupo 07 378 0619 35 Milo St Taupo 3378 Mastercraft - Tauranga 07 578 9641 30 Glasgow St Tauranga 3110 Mastercraft - Thames 07 868 6500 14B Main Rd Kopu Thames 3540

Mastercraft - Your Kitchen Ltd Lower Hutt 04 576 9348 30 Seaview Road Seaview Lower Hutt 5142 Mastercraft Services (NZ) Ltd 09 236 0808 1 Helland Drive RD3, Drury Auckland 2579 Masterwood Joinery 03 445 0313 28 McNulty Rd Cromwell Queenstown Matisse - Auckland 09 359 9169 PO Box 37 564 Parnell Auckland 1151 MB Brown Ltd 06 378 9898 67 Ngaumutawa Road Masterton 6140 McGregor Cabinetmakers Ltd 09 634 0080 PO Box 13282 Onehunga Auckland 1643 Melanie Craig Design 03 686 6177 Timaru or 03 203 9339 Gore 37 Medway St Gore 9710 Meyer Design 03 326 7788 PO Box 17550 Sumner Christchurch 8840 MF Turnbull Ltd 03 365 2519 PO Box 10155 Phillipstown Christchurch 8145 Mico Bathrooms - Head Office 03 338 1009 58 Hazeldean Road Christchurch 8140 Mirotone NZ Ltd 09 272 2730 32 Cryers Rd East Tamaki Auckland 2141 Mitre 10 Mega - Takanini 09 299 6342 230 Great South Road Takanini Auckland Moda - The Kitchen Specialists 021 837 370 1092 Frankton Rd Frankton 9349 Moda (NZ) Ltd 09 827 9072 50 Portage Rd New Lynn Auckland 0600 Montage Kitchens 07 847 9174 PO Box 5266 Frankton Hamilton 3242

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One Off Ltd 06 278 4280 168 Waihi Rd Hawera 4800 Parbury FHS 09 274 1188 59 Sir William Ave East Tamaki Auckland 2141 Parex Industries 09 836 6566 PO Box 21102 Henderson 0610 Auckland Parklane Kitchens & Interiors Ltd 09 425 9095 PO Box 94 Hudson Rd Warkworth 0941 Parmco Sales Ltd 09 573 5678 PO Box 51 649 Pakuranga Auckland 2140

Rawcraft Kitchens 06 843 9008 31 Niven Street Onekawa Napier 4142 Resene 0800 RESENE PO Box 38 242 Wellington Mail Centre Wellington 5042 Robertson (2011) Ltd 09 270 2740 PO Box 14695 Panmure Auckland 1741 Robyn Labb Kitchens 09 966 2902 15 Upland Rd Remuera Auckland Rowson Kitchen & Joinery Ltd 06 769 6886 10a Lower Smart Rd Waiwakaiho New Plymouth

National Kitchen & Bathroom Association members 2012

Ruby Bay Joinery Ltd 03 540 2123 8 Warren Place Mapua Nelson 7005 Sage Doors Ltd 09 415 6322 2 Tait Pl Albany Auckland 0632 Samsung Electrical New Zealand 09 4777 000 Unit A 63a Apollo Dr Albany Auckland 0632 Sandra Grummitt Ltd 07 838 2773 PO Box 9424 Hamilton 3240 SG Design 027 658 8089 PO Box 1387Queenstown 9310 Shane George Design 09 528 8614 1/13 Hawera Road Kohimarama Auckland 1740 Sharp Edge Engineering Ltd 06 842 1073 37-39 Thorn Place Onekawa 4142 Shona Hanson CBD 09 836 5122 22B Knox Road Swanson Auckland 0012 Silestone NZ 09 274 9400 PO Box 258074 Greenmount Auckland 2141 spazioCasa - Head Office 09 255 1490 Cnr George Bolt Memorial Dr & Manu Tapu Dr Auckland Airport Auckland spazioCasa - Christchurch 03 378 3870 91 Peterborough Street Christchurch 8031 spazioCasa - Dunedin 03 471 7272 738 Princes Street Dunedin 9044 spazioCasa - Nelson 03 546 7832 68 Achillies Ave Nelson spazioCasa - Queenstown 03 451 0215 UNIT 10, Aurum House 1092 Frankton Road Queenstown spazioCasa - Wellington 04 474 0810 20 Hutt Rd Thorndon Wellington Stephanie Kusel Design 04 570 0725 41 Rossiter Ave Lower Hutt Wellington 5011 Stewart Construction Ltd 03 455 2057 PO Box 2125 Dunedin 9044 Stewart Scott Cabinetry Ltd Auckland 09 262 0608 5 Kellow Place Manukau Auckland 2241

Stewart Scott Cabinetry Ltd Christchurch 03 344 6141 PO Box 16082 Hornby Christchurch 8441 Stone Warehouse Ltd 09 415 0715 11 Cowley Place Albany Auckland 0745 Stoneology Ltd 0800 394 482 PO Box 1639 Taupo 3351 Stonex Systems Ltd 09 580 0458 725 Great South Road Penrose Auckland 1546 Straight Flush Plumbing Ltd 04 973 5874 PO Box 7264 Newtown Wellington Styleline Kitchens Ltd 09 4417406 Unit 10, 80 Paul Mathews Rd, Albany Auckland 0632 Suzanne Allen Kitchen Design 09 845 5164 PO Box 46232 Herne Bay Auckland 1147

Thorden Glass Ltd 0800 255 452 48 McAlister Street Whakatane 3120 Tile Warehouse Ltd - Head Office 09 622 3355 286 Church St Penrose Auckland 1642 Topline Benches 09 273 9373 PO Box 58 805 Auckland 2141 Trethewey Granite & Marble Wellington 04 567 5198 PO Box 46054 Park Ave Lower Hutt 5044 Universal Magazines 09 521 6009 Locked Bag 154 North Ryde, NSW Sydney Vekart Limited 07 343 9000 52 White St Rotorua Ventech 03 358 4919 PO Box 31 306 Christchurch 8444

Sydenham Joinery Ltd Mastercraft Kitchens 03 379 6840 96 Byron St Sydenham Christchurch 8023

Vogue Kitchens & Appliances Ltd 06 758 7241 214 Courtenay St New Plymouth 4312

Tang Ming Group Ltd 09 272 8252 PO Box 51058 Pakuranga Auckland

Von Sturmer Design Ltd 09 376 3745 PO Box 106105 Downtown Post Office Auckland 1143

Templer Interiors 021 288 6248 PO Box 25519 St Heliers Auckland 1740

Waikanae Kitchen & Joinery 04 902 5442 6 Te Roto Drive Paraparaumu Wellington 5032

The Cabinet Place 09 636 6780 123 Neilson St Onehunga Auckland

Waikato Joinery Specialists 07 8476006 26 King St Franklin Hamilton

The Kitchen Business Ltd 07 574 4527 PO Box 8001 Cherrywood Tauranga 3116

Waimea West Joinery 03 544 0177 111 Beach Road Richmond Nelson 7050

The Kitchen Centre 09 837 0201 PO Box 21 028 Henderson Auckland 0650

Waterware Services Ltd 09 273 9191 54 Stonedon Drive East Tamaki Auckland 2141

The Kitchen Place Ltd 09 571 0484 G/665 Great South Rd Penrose Auckland 1641

Wattyl (NZ) Ltd 09 820 6700 2-14 Patiki Rd Avondale Auckland 1140

The Kitchen Zone 07 578 0817 Unit 1, 67 B Courtney Rd Tauranga 3144

Wayde Beckman Design 04 234 7508 PO Box 2975 Wellington 6140

The Laminex Group - Auckland 09 571 4444 1 O'Rorke Road Penrose Auckland 1642

Wedgerwood Joinery 03 448 8832 11 Ngapara St Alexandra 9320

The Sellers Room 03 547 7144 9 Echodale Place Stoke Nelson 7050

WK Marble & Granite PTY Ltd 09 416 6088 PO Box 112 Greenhithe Auckland 0632 Wright Marble Ltd 03 381 4464 464 St Asaph St Christchurch

JOINERS Magazine June 2012 page 79

master joiners AUCKLAND Secretary, Matt Woodward 15 Wheturangi Rd, Greenlane, Auck. Ph 09 524 7054, email matt@netlineservices.co.nz Advanced Timber Joinery PO Box 132, Silverdale, 217 Spur Road, Stillwater/Silverdale, Ph/Fax 09 426 9785, contact Wade Saunderson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Alpha Joinery Services (2010) Ltd 124D Felton Mathew Ave, St Johns, Auckland, Ph 09 578 0391, Fax 09 578 0392, contact Juan Whippy. NZS4211 Affiliated.

BML Builders Ltd 18 Shamrock Drive, Kumeu, Ph 09 412 2350, Fax 09 412 2351, contact Kaye Butler. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Bowden Doors Ltd 38c Greenmount Drive, East Tamaki, Auckland.

Ph 09 274 4798, Fax 09 374 0045, contact Paul Bowden. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Bream Bay Joinery Ltd 38 Kepa Road, Ruakaka, Northland. Ph 09 432 7324, Fax 09 432 7326, contact Karl Morgan.

Bungalow Villa & Beyond Ltd 11 McDonald Street, Morningside, Auckland. Ph 09 846 1502, Fax 09 846 1503, contact Glenn Elsmore. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Cedarlite Industries Ltd 4 Mahunga Drive, Mangere Bridge, Auckland, Ph 09 633 0410, Fax 09 633 0412, contact John Harrison. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Composite Joinery Ltd PO Box 34, Warkworth. Ph 09 425 7510, Fax 09 422 2011, email compositejoinery@xtra.co.nz, contact Murray Wylie.

Continental Stairs Ltd 32 Waipareira Ave, Henderson, Auckland, ph 09 836 1935, fax 09 836 5405, contact John or Anthony van Erp. CT Timber Joinery Ltd Unit A / 37 View Road, Glenfield, Auckland, Ph/ Fax 09 444 9041, Mobile 021 235 0972, contacts Cameron Stringer and Thomas Evans. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Cube 3 Cabinetry Ltd 8 Tironui Station Road West, Takanini, Auckland, Ph 09 297 7830, Fax 09 297 7152, contact Nigel Hanley.

Dando Doors and Windows Ltd 62 Stoddard Rd, Mt Roskill. Ph 09 629 2461, Fax 09 620 0283, contact Bill Dando. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Danska Cabinetmaking 177 Lower Dent St, Whangarei, ph 09 438 1100, fax 09 438 1196, contact Aaron & Carolyn Rawson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Euro Timber Joinery Co Ltd 34 Waipareira Ave, Henderson, Auckland, ph 09 837 1833, fax 09 837 1933, contact Shane Paterson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Fineline Joinery Limited Unit 6B, 64 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland, Ph/Fax 09 836 2212, contacts Chris Lipp / Richard Schaefer. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Grandvue Joinery 42 Gregory Road, Waitakere. Ph 09 810 9398, Fax 09 810 8185, contact Robert Piacun.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

G & J Joinery (1997) Ltd 372 West Coast Rd, Glen Eden, Auckland. Ph 09 818 5585, fax 09 818 7066, contact Alan Parry.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Smith & Parker Joiners 35 Waipanga Road, Kamo, Whangarei, Ph/Fax 09 435 5415, contact Albert Smith or Simon Parker.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Colourform Joinery Ltd PO Box 10121, Te Rapa, Hamilton, Ph 07 849 6655, fax 07 849 6657, contact Mike Taylor.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

J & T Concepts 74A Morrin Road, Panmure, Auckland, Ph 09 570 7970, Fax 09 570 7972, contact Noel Rowse

Timber Joinery Ltd 26b Hill Street, Onehunga, Auckland, Ph 09 974 5666, Fax 09 636 5632, contact Jaden Tull.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Concept Kitchens & Bathrooms Ltd 73 Riverlea Rd, Hamilton, Ph 07 856 4705, Fax 07 856 4775, contact Ross Bones. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Total Timba Joinery PO Box 101 153, Glenfield. Ph 09 444 7772 fax 09 444 4498, contact Rob Pickup. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Cromptons Joinery PO Box 751, Taupo. Ph 07 378 7968, fax 07 378 1036, contact Allan Crompton. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Van Holst Timber Joinery 2/26 Manga Road, Silverdale, Ph 09 426 8602, Fax 09 426 8605, contact Ron Wheeler. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Customtone Kitchens 33 Progress Drive, Otorohanga, Ph 07 873 8083, Fax 07 873 8084, contact Dave Frederiksen.

KBL Joinery 50 Anzac Road, Browns Bay, North Shore City, Ph 09 479 6380, Fax 09 479 6360, contact Philip Tapp.

Kitchens & Cabinets (Bay of Islands) 2009 Ltd 32 Hawke Drive, Haruru Falls, Bay of islands, Ph 09 402 6885, Fax 09 402 6895, contacts Bill & Julie Kidman.

Leslie A J & Co Ltd PO Box 35 628, Browns Bay. Ph 09 479 4662, Fax 09 479 4662, contact Steve Leslie. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Western Joinery Ltd 26 Cartwright Road, Glen Eden, Auckland, Ph 09 818 8802, Fax 09 818 5870, contacts Jim Purvis or Leanne Beaumont.

Matakana Kitchens & Joinery Ltd 50 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana, Ph 09 422 7804, Fax 09 422 7884, contact Jeffrey Smith.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Westpine Joinery Ltd 7 Binstead Rd, New Lynn, Auckland. Ph 09 827 6488, fax 09 827 8740, contact Bill or Donny Rawlinson. www.westpine.co.nz. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mattson Joinery PO Box 76690, Manukau City. Ph 09 277 7642, Fax 09 277 7479, contact David Mattson.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Whenuapai Joinery (1988) Ltd 19-21 State Highway 16, Westgate, Auckland.

Ph 09 416 4995, fax 09 416 8575, contact Ian Midgley. NZS4211 Affiliated.

McNaughton Windows and Doors PO Box 27 061, Mt Roskill. Ph 09 620 9059, Fax 09 620 7585, contact Dennis McNaughton or Dave Cunningham. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Woodstar Ltd PO Box 57 050, Owairaka. Ph 09 620 5711, fax 09 620 5964, contact Stuart Penny.

Meridian Joinery Ltd 18 Parity Place, Glenfield, Auckland, Ph 09 441 7289, Fax 09 441 7296, contact Roydon Woodcock.

WAIKATO BAY OF PLENTY

Neo Design Ltd 96 Hillside Road, Glenfield, Auckland. Ph 09 443 4461, Fax 09 443 4464, contact Wayne Church or Paul Burgess.

Secretary, Rae Wackrow 12 Grey Street, Cambridge 3434, Ph 07 827 3656, email heatherlea4@xtra.co.nz

Nicks Timber Joinery Ltd 56 Forge Road, Silverdale, Auckland. Ph 09 426 6862, Fax 09 426 6895, contact Ken Caldwell.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Old Bay Joinery 202 Old Bay Rd, RD 2, Kaikohe, Northland, Ph/ Fax 09 405 9650, contacts Phil & Sandy Ellis.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Owairoa Joinery Ltd PO Box 58 336, East Tamaki. Ph 09 273 3699, fax 09 273 3698, contact Mark Harriman. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Pakuranga Joinery & Cabinetmakers PO Box 38 381, Howick. Ph 09 576 8858 fax 09 576 2520, contact David Heaney. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Papakura Joinery Ltd 45-51 Tironui Road, Papakura North, Auckland, Ph 09 298 7145, Fax 09 296 1390, contact Glenn Haszard. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Rockfield Woodworkers (2003) Ltd 9 Parkwood Place, East Tamaki, Manukau, Ph 09 274 4698, Fax 09 274 4423, contacts Bryan Hancock and Nick Jones. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Seaboard Joinery Ltd PO Box 11 035, Ellerslie. Ph 09 579 9571, fax 09 579 4264, contact Mrs Maureen Beattie. NZS4211 Affiliated.

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2 Brothers Joinery 44 Balmoral Drive, Tokoroa, Ph 07 886 7664, Fax 07 886 7662, contacts Duane & Philip Cox. Advance Joinery Ltd 71 Higgins Road, Hamilton, Ph 07 846 0026, 07 846 0064, contact Murray Ashton. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Arborline Products PO Box 9003, Hamilton. Ph 07 847 8217, fax 07 847 8222, contact Julian Jaques. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Autocrat Joinery 31 Maru Street, Mount Maunganui, Ph 07 574 8162, Fax 07 575 3171, contact Tony Morgan.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Beaver Kitchens 28 McAlister Street, Whakatane, Ph 07 308 7642, Fax 07 308 7460, contact Mark Bruce.

BenchWorks Limited 601 Te Rapa Rd, Hamilton. Ph 07 849 5216, Fax 07 849 3110, contact Ross or Wayne Cooney, email rossc@benchworks.co.nz.

Bennetts Joinery Ltd Box 15-096, Dinsdale, Hamilton. Ph 07 847 7495, fax 07 847 4857, contact Paul Tottie. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Classical Doors 2009 Ltd Cnr Chadwick Rd W & Sherson St, Greerton, Tauranga, Ph 07 578 4908, Fax 07 578 4965, contact Colin Harris. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Design Line Kitchens & Motorhomes 21 Gateway Dr, Whakatane. Ph 07 307 0058, fax 07 307 0850, contact Adam McNeil.

Eastern Waikato Joinery Ltd 3 Allen Street, Morrinsville. Ph 07 889 7654, Fax 07 889 7658, contact Paul Bennett. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Fernlea Cabinetry & Joinery Ltd 17 Bandon Street, Frankton, Hamilton, Ph 07 847 2027, fax 07 847 2024, Frank Lawrence. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Fine Woodworking 1536 Main North Road, R D 5, Te Kuiti, Ph 07 878 6194, Fax 07 878 6198, David Higgins. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Gartshore Group PO Box 2117, Tauranga. Ph 07 578 4529, fax 07 578 5862, contact Bill Gartshore. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hopkins Joinery 126 Taupo St, Putaruru. Ph 07 883 7951, fax 07 883 3951, contact Ron or Hilary. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hostess Joinery Ltd PO Box 1048, Hamilton, Ph 07 847 3099, Fax 07 847 4599, contact Peter Clarke. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Huntly Joinery 2000 Ltd PO Box 170, 22-26 Glasgow St, Huntly, Ph 07 828 8370, Fax 07 828 8680, email sue@huntlyjoinery. co.nz. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Keith Paton Joinery 15 Carters Crescent, Cambridge, ph 07 827 3249, fax 07 827 3248, contact Keith Paton.

King Country Kitchens 49 King St, Te Kuiti, Ph/fax 07 878 8820, contact Richard Pethybridge. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Lee Brothers Joinery Ltd PO Box 1170, Rotorua, Ph 07 348 0620, fax 07 348 4954, contact Paul Ingram. NZS4211 Affiliated.

MAKZ Joinery 34 Valley Road, Whakatane, Ph 027 284 9412, Fax 07 308 5650, contact Jamie McConnell.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

MakePiece Ltd 8A Merritt St, Whakatane. 3120, Ph 07 219 0903, Fax 07 308 4070, contact Richard Knott. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mastercraft Services (NZ) Ltd 30 Glasgow Street, Tauranga 3110, Ph 07 578 9641, Fax 07 578 1557, contact Kevin Belz.

Executive Officer - Corinne Moore, 20 Cambridge Tce, Taradale, Napier. Ph/Fax 06 844 9956, email: info@masterjoiners.co.nz

Montage Kitchens & Joinery PO Box 5266, Frankton, Hamilton. Ph 07 8479 174, fax 07 8467 174, contact Ken Monk.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Morrinsville Industries Ltd PO Box 69, Morrinsville. Ph 07 889 5199, fax 07 889 3609, contact Murray Foster. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Native Timber Joinery Ltd 92 Bruce Berquist Drive, Te Awamutu, Ph 07 871 6188, Fax 07 871 6128, contact Stuart Walker.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Personal Touch Kitchens Ltd 20 Rickit Road, Te Awamutu, Ph 07 871 3998, Fax 07 870 4153, contact Gyan Prole or Kerry Prole.

Plain & Fancy Furniture & Kitchens 2 Lake Rd, Frankton, Hamilton, Ph 07 847 4563, Fax 07 847 4531, email s.jclausen@ xtra.co.nz Raglan Joinery 58 Wallis Street, Raglan. Ph 07 825 6789, fax 07 825 6765, contact Bjorn Ledwig.

Ross Curtis Joinery PO Box 396, Taumarunui. Ph 07 895 7152, fax 07 895 7157, contact Ross Curtis.

Rotorua Joinery Ltd Karaka Street, Rotorua, Ph 07 347 9610, Fax 07 347 9804, contact Dean Carnell. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Santa Fe Shutters PO Box 4009, Mt Maunganui South, Tauranga, Ph 07 547 4042, Fax 07 572 4137, contact John Kemsley.

S.G.Baker (Waihi) Ltd PO Box 126, Waihi. Ph 07 863 8962, fax 07 863 8922, contact Gary Baker. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Stanley Joinery Ltd 6 Browns Street, Matamata, Ph 07 881 9234, fax 07 881 9235, contact Sean Wood. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Stu Martin Joinery Ltd 49A Matai Street, Taupo. Ph 07 378 8049, Fax 07 378 8176, contact Stu Martin.

Thames Joinery (1995) Ltd 913 Queen Street, Thames, Ph 07 868 6951, Fax 07 868 6923, contact Bruce Fulton. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Timber Joinery & Staircases Ltd 27A Maru Street, Mount Maunganui, Ph/Fax 07 575 7435, contact Craig Purser. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Torrington Stairways 24 Matos Segedin Drive, Cambridge, Ph 07 827 6323, fax 07 827 6329 contact Brian Courtney.

Wackrow’s Joinery Ltd Gillies St, Box 150, Cambridge. Ph 07 827 5981, fax 07 827 9159, contact Carl Riley or Liam Wackrow. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Waikato Benchtops Ltd Glasgow Street, Huntly, Ph 07 828 8370, Fax 07 828 8680, contact Simon Curran.

Waikato Joinery Specialists 26 King St, Frankton, Hamilton, Ph/Fax 07 847 6006, contact John Vercoe. NZS4211 Affiliated.

CENTRAL Secretary, Linda O’Keeffe 368 Heads Rd, Wanganui. Ph 06 344 5040, fax 06 344 5042, email lokeeffe@xtra.co.nz Benchtop Surfaces Ltd 590 Tremaine Ave, P. North. Ph 06 356 9384, Fax 06 356 9270, contact James Hurren.

Careys Joinery (1989) Ltd PO Box 229, Marton. Ph 06 327 7949, fax 06 327 7949, contact Karl Parry.

Counter Concepts 16 Bisley St, Palmerston North, ph 06 355 5971, fax 06 355 5972, contact Graeme Andrews.

H.R. Jones & Co. Ltd Aorangi St, Feilding. Ph 06 323 4388, fax 06 323 4378, contact Mark Pickford. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hughes Joinery Ltd PO Box 4250, Palmerston North, Ph 06 952 3581, Fax 06 952 3583, contact Cliff Hughes.

Jeff Clayton Joinery 25 Roxburgh Cres, Palmerston North. Ph 06 357 1736, fax 06 355 3184, contact Jeff Clayton.

Lanwood Joinery 26 North St, Palmerston North. Ph 06 357 4757, fax 06 357 4732, contact David Walker.

Levin A1 Joinery Co Ltd 27 Hokio Beach Rd, Levin. Ph 06 368 9987, fax 06 368 9977, contact Phil Benefield. NZS4211 Affiliated.

L G Petterson (1994) Ltd 49 Bennett Street, P. North. Ph 06 354 8170, Fax 0800 254 754, contact Lindsay Petterson.

M R Osman Furniture & Joinery 383 Heads Road, Wanganui, Ph/Fax 06 344 2391, contact Murray Osman. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Murphy Joinery Makino Road, R D 7, Rapid Number 811, Feilding, Ph 06 355 4003, Fax 06 355 4002, contacts Paul & Nic Murphy.

Murray Judd Joinery Limited 25 Station Street, Woodville, Ph 06 376 5043, Fax 06 376 5330, contact Murray & Tessa Judd.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Pelco Joinery 834 Tremaine Ave, P. North. Ph 06 357 8031, fax 06 357 7750, contact Robert Wilson.

Pridex Kitchens 47 Railway Road, Palmerston North, Ph 06 356 9397, Fax 06 354 0077, contact Patrick Lau, kitchens@pridex.co.nz Profile Joinery 37 Eyre St, Feilding. Ph 06 323 0243, fax 06 323 0243, contact Gerry Evernden. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Prospace Designz Ltd 184 Glasgow St. PO Box 4300, Wanganui. Ph 06 345 3175, fax 06 347 6483, contact Mrs Laurie Broomhall. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Rob O’Keeffe Joinery Ltd 368 Heads Rd, Wanganui. Ph 06 344 5040, Fax 06 344 5042. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Reilly Joinery 18A Parkview Ave, Feilding, Ph 06 323 3743, Fax 06 323 3723, contact Andrew Reilly. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Renwick Joinery Palm. North Ltd PO Box 4297, Palmerston North. Ph 06 356 3945, John Renwick. NZS4211 Affiliated.

MacLeod Joinery 42 Beach St, New Plymouth. Ph 06 757 8172, fax 06 757 8172. Kieran MacLeod. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Taihape Joinery 11 Kuku St, Taihape, Ph 06 388 1886, fax 06 388 1866, contact Mark Shaw.

New Plymouth Joinery Ltd 10 Cody Place, New Plymouth. Ph 06 758 8580, fax 06 758 8672, contact Roger Paul or John Ancell. NZS4211 Affiliated.

The Door Shoppe 157 London Street, Wanganui, Ph/Fax 06 345 7707, contact Mark & Diane Thompson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Newton Gordge Joinery 67 Breakwater Rd, New Plymouth. Ph 06 751 5065, fax 06 751 5085, contact Newton Gordge.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Townshends (1994) Limited 59 Makomako Road, Palmerston North. Ph 06 354 6699, fax 06 354 6649, contact Denise McLean.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Prestige Kitchens 2001 Ltd 98 Molesworth Street, New Plymouth, Ph 06 759 9177, Fax 06 759 8209, contact Mark Schmidt.

Rhys Powell Joinery 7A Euclid Street, New Plymouth. Ph 06 753 3822, contact Rhys Powell. NZS4211 Affiliated.

UCOL Princess St, Palmerston North. Ph 06 952 7001, Fax 06 952 7029, contact Craig Fleet. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Wayne Lovegrove Joinery 647 Frankley Road, R D 1, New Plymouth 4371, Ph 06 753 9002, Fax 06 753 9098, contact Wayne Lovegrove.

Unique Timber Joinery 143B Gillespies Line, R D 5, Palmerston North, Ph 06 355 2654, Fax 06 355 2600, contact James Griffin. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Westwood Kitchens 90 Rata Street, Inglewood, Ph/Fax 06 756 7592, contact Wayne Herbert.

Worktop Design 2000 Ltd 70 Napier Rd, Palmerston North. Ph 06 358 0557, Fax 06 355 0367, email worktopdesign@xtra. co.nz, James Donald.

HAWKES BAY POVERTY BAY

TARANAKI

Secretary, Corinne Moore 20 Cambridge Terrace, Taradale. Ph 06 844 9956.

Email: c-moore@clear.net.nz

Secretary, Graeme Paul PO Box 4136, New Plymouth. Ph 06 751 1111.

Awapuni Joinery Ltd 22 Parkinson Street, Gisborne, Ph 06 867 3301 Fax 06 867 2839, contact Peter Webster.

Adept Kitchens & Joinery 322 Devon St East, New Plymouth. Ph 06 758 4770, fax 06 758 4770, contact Dennis Byers.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Cedarville Quality Joinery Ltd PO Box 14096, Mayfair, Hastings. Ph 06 878 0019, fax 06 878 0019, contact Tony Page.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Arthur Brown Construction Ltd PO Box 266, Hawera. Ph 06 278 5199, fax 06 278 8092, contact contact Mark Dombroski

Cherrywood Joinery Ltd 398 Palmerston Road, Gisborne. Ph 06 868 0971, Fax 06 868 0972, Richard Childs. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Dennis Behrent Joinery PO Box 291, Stratford. Ph 06 765 8120, fax 06 765 8154, contact D Behrent.

Broadway Joinery 381 Broadway, Stratford, Ph/Fax 06 765 6829, contact Graham Podjursky.

Christie Builders & Joiners 11 Husheer Place, Onekawa, Napier, Ph 06 843 6676, Fax 06 843 6670, contact Peter Christie.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Elite Kitchens 2004 Ltd 221 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, Ph 06 759 8221, Fax 06 759 8229, Sean Rice.

Fisher Taranaki Window & Door PO Box 3061, New Plymouth. Ph 06 758 5068, fax 06 758 6689. Mark Whitaker.

Glen Valley Joinery 83 Breakwater Road, Maturoa, New Plymouth, Ph 06 751 4631, Fax 06 751 4631, contact R G Barlow. NZS4211 Affiliated.

In 2 Kitchens Limited 78 Portia Street, Stratford, Ph 06 765 4058, Fax 06 765 4059, contacts Brent and Jo Russ.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Kitchen Designz NZ Ltd 225-229 Courtenay St, New Plymouth. Ph 06 759 8324, fax 06 759 8325. Dan Holmes.

KP Joinery Ltd 2 Dowding Place, Waitara. Ph 06 754 4726, fax 06 754 4725, contact Ken Parsons. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Cutting Edge Joinery Ltd 3 Sissons Road, Pakowhai, Napier, Ph 06 870 3689, Fax 06 870 3690, contact Duncan Glover.

D Stevens Ltd 336 Childers Road, Gisborne, Ph 06 867 5700, Fax 06 868 8853, contact Kent Morse. NZS4211 Affiliated.

East Coast Benchtops Ltd 15 Edmundson Street, Onekawa, Napier, Ph 06 843 1465, Fax 06 843 1469, contact Wayne Hurring or Chris desLandes’.

European Designer Kitchens 80 Taradale Rd, Napier. Ph 06 843 7319, fax 06 843 3484, contact Murray Nattrass.

Garry Nugent Joinery 14 Lipton Pl, Onekawa, Napier. Ph 06 843 5588, fax 06 843 0246, contact Garry Nugent.

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Gemco Trades Ltd PO Box 8360, Havelock North. Ph 06 877 1204, Fax 06 877 1205, contact Darren Diack. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Kitchens by McIndoe, Mastercraft HB PO Box 3221, Onekawa, Napier. Ph 06 843 3880, contact Murray McIndoe. NZS4211 Affiliated.

WELLINGTON Secretary, Peter George PO Box 1575, Paraparaumu Beach. Ph 04 297 0212, fax 04 207 0213.

Carroll’s Joinery Limited 148 Lincoln Road, Masterton. Ph 06 377 3160, Fax 06 377 3150, contact Richard Carroll.

Kitchen Zone 219 Stanley Road, Gisborne. Ph 06 863 2044, Fax 06 863 2043, contact Tony & Lynda Sharp.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

David Ladd Joinery Ltd 19B Broken Hill Road, Porirua. Ph 04 237 9175, Fax 04 237 9176.

Kevin Molloy Joinery Ltd PO Box 3251, Napier. Ph 06 843 5037, fax 06 843 5058, contact Simon Molloy. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Goldmark Group Ltd 9-11 Jean Batten St, Kilbirnie, Wellington. Ph 04 387 8964, fax 04 387 8939, contact David Goldsack.

Linnell Joinery Ltd PO Box 14019, Hastings. Ph 06 876 6710, fax 06 876 8496, contact Ivan Linnell. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Graedon Joinery PO Box 45 058, Lower Hutt. Ph 04 939 0405, fax 04 939 0406, contact Graeme Hopkirk.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mackersey Construction Ltd Box 320, Hastings, Ph 06 876 0252, fax 06 876 0253, contact John Bower & Ross Morgan. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hanns Builders and Joiners 72 - 74 Sydney Street, Petone, Ph 04 570 0000, Fax 04 570 0001, contact Peter Hanns.

Parkhill Joinery Ltd 112-114 Stoneycroft Street, Hastings, Ph 06 878 9145, Fax 06 878 9146, contact Bob Parkhill / Tom Robertson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Peter Norris Joinery Ltd Unit 9, 28 Edmundson Street, Onekawa, Napier, Ph/Fax 06 843 8086, contact Peter Norris. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Rabbitte Joinery Limited 150 Brookfields Road, R D 3, (mail to 6 France Road), Napier, Ph 06 835 8346, Fax 06 835 8345, contacts Greg & Trudi Rabbitte.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Rawcraft Kitchens of Distinction PO Box 3375, Onekawa, Napier. Ph 06 843 9008, Fax 06 843 9175, contact Mike Daly.

Residential Joinery Ltd PO Box 3150, Onekawa, Napier. Ph 06 843 6500, fax 06 843 6530, contact Trevor Kilpatrick. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Shayne (Joe) Tuapawa 26 Gardner Place, Gisborne, Ph 06 867 3872, Fax 06 868 7282, contact Joe Tuapawa.

Stephen Jensen Cabinetmakers Ltd 37 Takapau Road, Waipukurau, Ph 06 858 9028, Fax 06 858 9208, contacts Stephen Jensen / Kane Griffin. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Summerfield Joinery 4 Innes Street, Gisborne, Ph 06 868 4236, Fax 06 868 4240, contact Dale Summerfield.

NZS4211 Affiliated Sydaz Joinery Ltd Unit 6, 7 Cadbury Street, Onekawa, Napier. Ph 06 842 2086, fax 06 842 2087, contacts Simon Wakeman or Darryl Strachan.

Waipukurau Joinery Limited 2322 Takapau Road, Waipukurau. Ph 06 858 9961, Fax 06 858 8513, contact Greg O’Kane.

Your Solutions Joinery Ltd 46 Ford Road, Onekawa, Napier. Ph/Fax 06 833 7587, contact Craig Russell.

Joinery ITO Box 11-435, Wellington. Ph 04 385 8814, fax 04 385 8816, contact Deb Paul.

Joinery Productions Ltd 457 Jackson Street, Petone, Ph 04 569 8808, Fax 04 586 8808, contact Wayne Wilmshurst.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

L & P Crown Joinery (2002) Ltd 37 Burden Avenue Wainuiomata. Ph 04 564 8895, Fax 04 564 8896. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Living Timber European Joinery & Furniture Ltd 64 Fisk Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt, Ph 04 567 2577, Fax 04 567 2588, contact Horst Mundt.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Maymorn Joiners Ltd 247 Parkes Line Rd, Upper Hutt, Ph 04 526 6657, Fax 04 526 8563, contact Anthony Neustroski. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Orchard Joinery Ltd 14-18 Te Roto Drive, Paraparaumu, Ph/Fax 04 298 3380, contact Geoff Orchard. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Paraparaumu Doors & Joinery 102 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, Ph 04 297 2233, Fax 04 297 2363, contact Tony Thomson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Pete’s Joinery & Building Ltd 205 Main St, Greytown. Ph 06 304 9137, Fax 06 304 8094, contact Peter Algie, Rhys Severn or Paul Coventry. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Prestige Joinery Limited 140 Perry Street, Masterton, Ph 06 377 1331, Fax 06 378 8282, contact Gregory Morgan.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Renalls Joinery Limited 147 -155 High St Sth, Carterton. Ph 06 379 8008, fax 06 379 7600, contact Steve Ruscoe.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Stylish Interiors Ltd 38 Puruaha Road, R D 2, Te Horo, Otaki, Ph 021 911 585, contact Mathew Gubb.NZS4211 Affiliated.

TRS Joiners Ltd 58 Fisk Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt. Ph 04 566 0650, Fax 04 566 0656, contact Theren Sugrue. NZS4211 Affiliated.

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Valleys Joinery Shop Ltd PO Box 13098, Johnsonville. Ph 04 478 7652, fax 04 478 7653, contact Bruce Scandlyn.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Finesse Joinery 423 Main North Road, Christchurch. Ph 03 352 3457, Fax 03 352 3451, contact David Street.

Wainui Joinery (1977) Ltd Box 42-062, Wainuiomata. Ph 04 564 7011, fax 04 564 2664, contact Julie Galyer.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

G E Joinery Ltd 786 Halswell Junction Road, Hornby, Christchurch, Ph 03 281 8830, Fax 03 281 8820, contact Gareth Evans. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Well Hung Joinery 21 Lower Tyers Road, Ngauranga, Wellington, Ph 04 494 7230, fax 04 494 7231, contact Stephen Fairbrass. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Grant Kearney Joinery 51 Boys Road, Rangiora, North Canterbury, Ph 03 313 7125, Fax 03 313 6569, contact Grant Kearney. NZS4211 Affiliated.

CANTERBURY Secretary, Josie Gray 28 Carlsen Street, Burwood, Christchurch Ph 03 387 0676 Adrian Harris Woodcraft Unit J, 3 Timothy Place, Wigram, Christchurch 8042, Ph 03 348 6996, Fax 03 348 6976, contact Adrian Harris. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Advanced Joinery Ltd 27 Watts Road, Sockburn, Christchurch, Ph 03 348 7700, Fax 03 348 7743, contact Greg Ayers.

Alsop Joinery Ltd 18 Alloy Street, Sockburn, Christchurch, Ph 03 348 4666, Fax 03 348 4676, contact Gary Alsop. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Anderson Joinery Ltd 117 Alford Forest Rd, Ashburton. Ph 03 308 2988, fax 03 308 2988, email: anderson. joinery@xtra.co.nz, contact Dougal Anderson.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Ashburton Joinery Limited 8 John Street, Ashburton, Ph 03 308 5059, Fax 03 308 5057, contact James Donaldson or Kathy Jones. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Bates Joinery (2008) Ltd 101 Shortland Street, Christchurch 8061, Ph 03 388 8111, Fax 03 388 8864, contact Mark Allworthy. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Benchtops Plus More 16 Nazareth Avenue, Middleton, Christchurch, Ph 03 961 0710, Fax 03 961 0707, contact Mike Davidson.

Bower Kitchens and Tops Ltd 12a Bower Ave, Christchurch. Ph 03 388 2924, fax 03 388 2924. Contact Russell Lloyd.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Brent Johnson Joinery Ltd 30A Newnham Street, Rangiora, North Canterbury, Ph 03 313 6256, Fax 03 313 7954, contact Brent Johnson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Busch Joinery Limited 1737 Boundary Road, R D 3, Ashburton, Ph 027 563 4537, Fax 03 303 7109, contact Nathan Busch Creative Joinery Ltd Unit 1/ 7 Homersham Pl., Burnside. Ph 03 358 4900, fax 03 358 0900, contact Wayne Brown.

Don’s Joinery Ltd 43 Sandown Cres, Christchurch. Ph 03 382 0828, fax 03 382 077, contact Don McClintock.

Elite Joinery Ltd Unit 1, 97A Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui, Christchurch, Ph 03 354 8311, Fax 03 354 8301, contact Hayden & Sarah Illingworth.

Grieve Construction Limited 179 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700, Ph 03 308 0328, Fax 03 307 1283, contacts Ben Grieve and Billy Nolan. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hagley Kitchens 6 Nazareth Ave, Addington, Christchurch.

Ph 03 961 0703, Fax 03 961 0715, contact Nathan Moore.

Hardie & Thomson Ltd PO Box 210 225, Christchurch. Ph 03 366 4303, fax 03 379 1776, contact John Thomson.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Homeview Building Products Ltd 9 Tenahaun Place, Sockburn, Christchurch. Ph 03 343 9949, Fax 03 343 9948, contact Garry Ottmann or Howard Stone. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Hooper Joinery 43 Phillips Street, Christchurch, Ph 03 366 9629, Fax 03 366 9630, contact Aaron Hooper.

Ian Johnstone Joinery (1993) Ltd PO Box 2471, Christchurch. Ph 03 366 9594, fax 03 366 9592, contact Ian Johnstone.

Joinery by Design PO Box 19 973, Woolston, Christchurch.

Ph 03 384 8461, fax 03 384 8431, contact Evan McLachlan & David Phillips. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Jono Hughes Ltd 127 Archibald Street, Tinwald, Ashburton. Ph/ Fax 03 302 6998, contact Jonathan Hughes.

LX Joinery 39A Buchanans Road, Sockburn 8042, Christchurch, Ph 03 342 9605, Fax 03 342 9604, contact Steve Mangan. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mark White Joinery 108c Shortland Street, Aranui, Christchurch.

Ph 03 382 8570, Fax 03 382 8571, contacts Mark White, Graeme Rountree.

Modern Age Joinery 24 Hawdon St, Christchurch. Ph 03 365 1675 fax 03 365 1695, contact Grant Woodham.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Murray Hewitt Joinery Ltd 25A Lunns Rd, Christchurch, Ph 03 343 0360, Fax 03 343 0363, mob 027 239 5934, contact Murray Hewitt. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Murray Milne Ltd PO Box 356, Ashburton. Ph 03 308 8018, fax 03 308 8019, contact Murray Milne.

MWF Manufacturing Ltd 23 Leeds St, Sydenham, Christchurch. Ph 03 365 6218, fax 03 365 6220, contact Gary Altenburg. NZS4211 Affiliated.

NZ Doors (2004) Ltd 41 Anchorage Road, Hornby, Christchurch, Ph 03 344 2516, Fax 03 344 2517, contacts Ron and Lisa Zwarst. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Paul Renwick Joinery Ltd PO Box 11047, Chch. Ph 03 349 7049, fax 03 349 7048, contact Paul Renwick.

R A Hale Ltd PO Box 9020, Addington, Christchurch. Ph 03 3666 909, fax 03 3666 235. Contact Donald Bisphan. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Ryan’s Kitchens and Joinery Unit 3, 50 Dakota Cres, Sockburn, Christchurch 8041, Ph 03 348 7921, Fax 03 348 7951, contact Ryan Butler. NZS4211 Affiliated Shane Boyd Granite Benchtops Ltd 7 Tanya Street, Bromley, Christchurch, Ph 03 981 0616, Fax 03 920 1020, contact Shane Boyd.

Lunds Joinery Ltd 33a Grants Rd, PO Box 128, Timaru. Ph 03 688 9149, fax 03 684 8050, contact Glen Chitock. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Masterwood Joinery 2008 PO Box 385, 28 McNulty Road, Cromwell, Ph 03 445 0313, Fax 03 445 0323, contact Russell Brocks. NZS4211 Affiliated.

McMaster Joinery Leonard St, Waimate. Ph 03 689 7557, fax 03 689 7907, contact Des McMaster. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mearns & Leckie (2006) Ltd 7 Gow St, Mosgiel 9024, Ph 03 489 2024, Fax 03 489 1514, contact Brian Ballantyne.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Millennium Joinery Ltd 2 Regina Lane, Oamaru. Ph 03 437 0227, Fax 03 437 1337, contact Michael Sandri.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mojo Modern Joinery Ltd 2 Wolter Crescent, Cromwell, Ph 03 445 0128, contact Craig Harrison.

Paterson Joinery 307 Rosewill Valley Road, Timaru. Ph/Fax 03 688 7060, contact Alan Paterson.

Sockburn Joinery PO Box 11227, Christchurch. Ph 03 342 6044, fax 03 342 5939. Contact Tony Lemmens.

Quality Joinery Ltd 10 Ouse St, Oamaru. Ph 03 434 7922, fax 03 434 7912, contact Grant Pledger. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Southbridge Furniture & Design 103 High Street, Southbridge, Canterbury, Ph/Fax 03 324 2517, contact Sandro Dyer.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Rycole Joinery 44 Homestead Road, 1 DRD, Oamaru, Ph/Fax 03 434 5012, contacts Darryl and Adrienne Whitburn NZS4211 Affiliated.

Sydenham Joinery Ltd 96 Byron Street, Sydenham, Christchurch, Ph 03 379 6840, Fax 03 379 6842, contact Bernie Hunt. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Tony Boyce Builders & Joiners Ltd Washdyke Flat Road, Washdyke, Timaru, Ph 03 688 2181, Fax 03 688 2182, contact Tony Boyce. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Timber Tru Ltd 374 Ferry Road, Woolston, Christchurch, Ph 03 389 2986, Fax 03 389 2017, contact Tony van der Plas. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Trends Kitchens Ltd 34A Parkhouse Road, Sockburn, Christchurch, Ph 03 343 5242, Fax 03 343 5241, contact James McKeown

WAITAKI Secretary, Bill Foote 221 Pages Rd, Timaru. Ph 03 686 2208.

Alpine Joinery 480 Fairview Road, No 2 RD, Timaru, ph 03 688 5748, fax 03 688 5785, contact Paul Butchers.

Barrett Joinery Ltd 204 Hilton Highway, PO Box 2115 Timaru. Ph 03 688 4738, fax 03 688 8879, contact Mark Mitchell. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Custom Kitchens 1 Weaver Street, Oamaru, Ph 03 437 0001, Fax 03 437 0013, contact Stuart Sandri Firman Joinery Ltd 9 Dee St, Oamaru. Ph 03 434 1561, fax 03 434 1560, contact Gary Firman. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Geraldine Timber Products 27 High Street, Geraldine, Ph/Fax 03 693 9598, contact Paul Autridge. NZS4211 Affiliated.

J E Dennison Ltd 5 Redruth St, Timaru. Ph 03 688 0029, fax 03 688 0039, contact Gary Dennison. NZS4211 Affiliated.

JMAC Joinery Ltd 7 Laughton Street, Washdyke, Timaru, Ph 03 688 2725, Fax 03 688 2726, contact Craig Mason. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Joinery Zone 2012 Ltd 110 Fraser Street, Timaru. Ph 03 688 8223, Fax 03 688 8225, contact Warren Atwill.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

OTAGO SOUTHWARD Secretary, Rowan Howie PO Box 473, Dunedin. Ph 03 455 5165.

Abernethy Joinery 18 Melbourne Street, Dunedin, Ph 03 456 1654, Fax 03 456 1661, contact Ian Abernethy.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

A Step Up Joinery Ltd 9 Midland Street, Dunedin, Ph 03 455 4455, Fax 03 455 4454, contact Neil Rutherford.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Coronet Woodware 1992 Limited 99 Glenda Drive, Frankton Industrial Est, Queenstown, Ph 03 442 3700, Fax 03 442 3323, contact Martin S Macdonald. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Formatt Kitchens Ltd 180 Glenda Drive, Frankton, Queenstown, Ph 03 441 4944, Fax 03 441 4945, contact Guy Shallard or Alex Blackford. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Grays Joinery 17 Lorne St, South Dunedin. Ph 03 455 4332, fax 03 455 0639, contact Blake Gray.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Joinery Specialists 1997 Ltd 608 Kaikorai Valley, Kenmure, Dunedin, Ph 03 488 2371, Fax 03 488 2615, contact Graeme Emmerson.

Lamicraft Products 1996 Ltd Unit 2, 68 David Street, Forbury, Dunedin, Ph 03 456 5092, Fax 03 456 5095, contact Doug Fairhurst.

Withers Joinery 47 Perth St, Mosgiel. Ph 03 489 4179, fax 03 489 4157, contact Paul Crawley. NZS4211 Affiliated.

DIRECT MEMBERS A K Joinery Ltd Units 3-5, 28 Dublin Street, Picton, Ph/Fax 03 573 6860, contact Andrew Kenny. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Mt Iron Joinery Ltd 66 Anderson Road, Wanaka, Ph 03 443 8075, Fax 03 443 8095, contact Lawry White.

Atkinson’s Innovative Interiors 207 Akersten Street, Port Nelson, Ph 03 548 0612, Fax 03 548 0712, contact Kelvin Atkinson

Nigel Molloy Joinery Limited 300 Great North Road, Winton, Ph 03 236 0399, Fax 03 236 0393, contact Nigel Molloy.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Bays Joinery Ltd 6 Tokomaru Place, Wakatu Industrial Estate, Stoke, Nelson, Ph 03 544 0087, Fax 03 544 0084, contact George Molnar. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Otago Benchtop Specialists Ltd 97 Harrow Street, Dunedin, Ph 03 477 2182, Fax 03 477 5556, contact Peter O’Brien.

Matai Joinery Ltd 26 Quarantine Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, Ph 03 547 7990, Fax 03 547 7778, contact Greg Couper. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Peter Howley Joinery Ltd 224 Mersey Street, Invercargill, Ph 03 214 1055, Fax 03 214 1056, contact Peter Howley.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Orange Building Group Joinery Ltd 16 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson. Ph 03 547 9784, Fax 03 547 9783, contact John Andrew.

Pooles Joinery Ltd 22 Bay Road, Invercargill, Ph 03 215 9167, Fax 03 215 9431, contact Peter Fisher.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Re Space Limited 2 Kidson Place, Nelson 7011, Ph 03 547 1636, Fax 03 547 1637, contact Steven Harvey or Peter Harvey.

Riversdale Joinery Ltd Liverpool Street, Riversdale, Southland 9744, Ph 03 202 5527, Fax 03 202 5528, Barry O’Connor & Don Williams. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Ruby Bay Joinery Ltd 8 Warren Plc, Mapua, Nelson. ph 03 540 2123 fax 03 540 2124, contact Wayne Roberts.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Ron Kirk Joinery Ltd 403 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin, Ph 03 453 5718, Fax 03 453 5716, contact Ron Kirk.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Viking Furniture & Joinery Ltd 88 Vanguard Street, Nelson, ph 03 548 0493, fax 03 548 0453, contact Barry Thomas.

Ruthven Joinery Ltd 16 Boomer Street, Green Island, Dunedin, Ph 03 488 4880, Fax 03 488 4893, Murray Ruthven & Maureen Burn. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Waimea West Joinery Ltd 111 Beach Road, Richmond, Nelson, Ph 03 544 0177, Fax 03 544 4147, contacts Kathy & Alan Gibbs. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Stevenson & Williams Ltd Joinery PO Box 4007, Dunedin. Ph 03 455 4034, fax 03 455 9370. Email: gary@stevwill.co.nz. . contact Gary Turner. NZS4211 Affiliated.

National Associate Members

Steves Joinery Ltd 22A Margaret Place, Frankton Industrial, Queenstown, Ph 03 442 3206, Fax 03 442 3207, contacts Stephen Walak, Amanda Trainor. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Stewart Construction Ltd PO Box 2125, St Kilda. Ph 03 455 2057, fax 03 455 5959, Paul Mulholland. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Daiken New Zealand Limited Fisher & Paykel Appliances

Wanaka Joinery & Glass Ltd 52 Ballantyne Road, Wanaka, Ph 03 443 7890, Fax 03 443 1891, contact Jason Fisher.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Gabbett Machinery Ltd Häfele NZ Ltd

Wedgerwood Joinery Ltd 11 Ngapara St, Alexandra. Ph 03 448 8832, fax 03 448 8289, contact Blair Harris. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Weigel Joinery 14 Earnscleugh Road, Alexandra. Ph/Fax 03 448 7042, contact Guenther Weigel.

Lloyds Joinery Ltd 141 North Road – cnr Kinloch Street, Invercargill, Ph 03 215 8383, Fax 03 215 9901, contact Lloyd Richardson. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Wood Solutions PO Box 2443, Dunedin. Ph 03 479 2323, fax 03 477 9790, contact Andrew Bellamy.

NZS4211 Affiliated.

Bostik New Zealand Carter Holt Harvey Woodproducts NZ

Taylor Made Joinery 22 Orari St, Dunedin. Ph 03 455 6520, fax 03 455 6978, contact Chris Taylor.

Leith Joinery PO Box 778, Dunedin. Ph 03 477 0115, fax 03 477 2215, contact Peter Leith. NZS4211 Affiliated.

Biesse Group New Zealand

Herman Pacific Hettich New Zealand Hutchco Enterprises Ltd Ikon Commercial Ltd ITM Prime Panels (NZ) Ltd Timspec W & R Jack Ltd

JOINERS Magazine June 2012 page 83

PRODUCT Focus (AWISA special)

Edgebanding redefined Higher performance, greater stability, reduced space requirements as well as a machine designed to achieve new edgebanding standards – the Arcus from Holzher redefines middle class edgebanding machines. Arcus edgebanders process panels with thickness up to 60mm and edging up to a maximum thickness of 15mm (depending on type). Arcus edgebanders are available in two models – Arcus 1334 and Arcus 1336 – and with a large number of accessory combinations. This ensures that the right machine is available for every application. The pressure bridge with rollers is a standard feature. As an option it can be equipped with belt upper tension for particularly smooth transport of the work.

Easy with Servo-Drive Servo-Drive for Aventos is available for electrically supported opening and closing. A light touch on the front is enough for opening, and closing cabinets is as easy as the press of a button. Whether a bi-fold, up and over, lift up or stay lift system is needed, Blum can cover all common options with the Aventos fittings range.

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JOINERS Magazine June 2012 page 84

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