Lumber prices rising at a slower rate in Germany

24.05.2013 − The growth in softwood lumber prices on the German market has continued in May, though at slightly slower rate than before. » more

Praktiker will be positioned as discounter again after all

24.05.2013 − On 2 May Praktiker A re-opened its DIY superstore in Neumünster, Germany, as a pilot business location. The future concept of the Praktiker sales channel involves a renewed change in strategy, which...» more

2D Holding restructuring balance sheet

23.05.2013 − Commerzbank, which has an in-trest in 2D Holding, has agreed to restructure the surface materials manufacturer’s balance sheet. » more

Roto: Russia is biggest market for windows and doors

23.05.2013 − As far as Roto Frank is concerned, Russia has been the most important market for the doors and windows technology (FTT) division for several years now. » more

EPF reports decline in wood-based panels production

23.05.2013 − European output of particleboard, MDF/HDF and OSB all fell last year. Preliminary figures released by the European Panels Federation (EPF), which include EPF member countries apart from Turkey and...» more

Sales promotions on pellet markets at a restrained level

23.05.2013 − Warehouse sales promotions targeting end users carried out so far this year by both pellet manufacturers and traders have been considerably less in evidence than in previous years. » more

Unilin wants to use click technology more in cabinet assembly

22.05.2013 − Unilin hopes to market its click technology for furniture and furniture parts more for use in kitchen cabinet assembly over the coming months. » more