CNC continues to make its mark

As I write this it is raining here in Auckland for the first time after the near biblical (in reverse) 40 days of no rain at all. Can’t say it is not welcome because it is. Anyway, we have a few things to brighten your day in this issue as well what with our look at the latest in CNC machinery and related developments in the software field. The ongoing move into the digital world and its integration with the functionality of modern CNC technology is becoming more and more obvious.

We will see this in the upcoming biannual AWISA 2020 event to be held in Sydney in early July: a must see for the latest for those in the trades as well as architects and designers from a design perspective. The new Sydney Convention Centre in Darling Harbour is proving to be a great venue. The world of CNC, just part of what is on display at AWISA, is not standing still: it is continuing to meet the challenge of relevancy in an ever increasingly complex and diverse business environment.

For those in the design world we have a look at some of the latest in kitchen drawer storage systems and associated wireware. It is interesting to note the steady emergence of new products this year as well, such as different board products and a new paint system. Despite the headwinds we are facing around the world such as this coronavirus thing, we should remember the economic basics here in New Zealand still look good. Being part of a sound industry related trade organisation like Master Joiners is more important than ever in uncertain times. As Paul Ingram the current Master Joiners President says in his column networking is an invaluable part of being a Master Joiner.

This is the start of our 25th year in print and we have some interesting storylines planned for the rest of the year. For Master Joiner members there is of course their annual conference held this year in Hamilton in early June which should be a great event. So read on and enjoy.

Bob Nordgren

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Hutchco Sales Manager

James Pulehega joined Hutchco in March 2019 with over 10 years experience in b2b sales with the last two years spent as a key accounts manager to customers of paper & fiber based packaging. With his feet firmly on the ground, James is engaging all levels of industry.

“A major part of my role as the Sales Manager is to strategically grow the business by providing solution-based support in the best way possible that suits the customers’ expectations and requirements. It is one of the many reasons why Hutchco continue to demonstrate their ability as a very successful SME within a very competitive environment. Fundamentally, we want to provide the best service possible without the need to emphasize on the bottom line as without our customers, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do as a business so we appreciate our customer base for their continuous support.”

Quick Fire Questions with JamesHutchco recently brought in 3 new 1mm edgings to match the NZPG Timberland range, what are your customers saying about it? The feedback has been extremely positive with many commenting on how authentic the timber like finish is.

Industry wide there is a move toward producing only 1mm edgings, Hutchco decided to offer both 1 & 2mm for select edgings released mid-2019. How have your customers reacted to this? Colours like Melteca Raw Birch Ply & Rural Oak 2mm have been difficult to keep on the shelf with new orders off to our Portuguese manufacturers each month, so if that is anything to go by I would say better than anticipated. Although there is a notable shift to 1mm our 2mm business remains steady.

What Hutchco products are your customers raving about? The newly introduced Tekton pre-finished 0.6mm Tekton Multiplex Birch and White Oak have been hugely popular along with PROLASER PP laser edging in 22 & 45mm wide.