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Despite everything, spring always ushers in a striking effervescence as we look forward to busier schedules, plan for more events and shift into another gear. As we tumble through April and into May, the return of Interzum and Ligna is most welcome. The twin German events –which together create an international beacon for innovation and development in our industry – are returning from their pandemic-enforced slumber to deliver a much needed shot-in-thearm for those who relish getting to grips with our industry on a face to face basis.

The best trade show fortnight in the calendar begins with the Cologne event for fittings, components and materials runs from May 9-12th (Tues-Fri). Then we travel north east for Ligna in Hanover which takes place from May 15-19th (Mon-Thurs). Typically, Ligna delivers a sea of innovation and upgrades from manufacturers and suppliers of machinery, equipment, tooling, dust extraction and the software side of things.

Both events now sport digital versions of their events, which are quite fantastic, full of insight and very convenient. However, for me, nothing quite compares to physically seeing the best of our suppliers, side by side with their peers, where visitors can get hands-on with competing suppliers’ products, comparing the market in one location over the course of a few days. Our preview begins on page 43.

Elsewhere in the magazine you will struggle not to notice the impressive profile and celebration of one of the UK’s most respected woodworking machinery suppliers, JJ Smith, as they mark 100 years of delivering innovation and service for their customers. We also have features on Surfacing & Decorative Panels as well as Saws, Blades & Cutting Technology delivering up to the minute insight into these busy sectors, and of course Products and Updates to round things off.

I hope you enjoy the issue.

John Legg, editorial director

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