Tools! Wood! Robots! Hardware! Saw blades! Waste management? Yes, those are just a few of the more enticing (and possibly disturbing) things reported to be on the show floor at AWFS – or the Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers. The AWFS has roots that go back as far as 1911, with California furniture manufacturers. Today, the show represents some of the biggest brands and innovations to hit all aspects of furniture, cabinetry and woodworking in general. This will be HomeFixated’s first year covering the show, and in our usual crazy tradition, we’ll be covering the entire show in one action-packed day!
To get all the AWFS live coverage as I discover it on the showfloor, be sure to follow HomeFixated on Twitter. Even if you’re not hip to Twitter, you’ll find our coverage of the show detailed below. You’ll also see more detailed coverage of our AWFS discoveries via video and lovingly-crafted written content on HomeFixated in the coming months. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to see the latest and greatest in the wonderful world of woodworking in semi-cinematic glory. Read on for photos, links and snarky comments (a record-setting 46 of ’em) with our live Twitter coverage summary below.
AWFS – Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers Coverage
#AWFS twitter coverage kicking off momentarily! pic.twitter.com/q7SDLpvmJ6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
At #AWFS even the opening jumbo scissors are made of wood! pic.twitter.com/CgLzZqzqC3
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Stained furniture or cabinets need a touch-up? Check out the Perfect Match Stain Marker #AWFS pic.twitter.com/i20D4jn2wn
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Achieve ninja-like stealth with Grass adjustable soft close hinges #AWFS pic.twitter.com/GxEVclRmlh
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
I'm pretty sure my high school woodworking never looked like this. 2013 Freshwood contest at #AWFS pic.twitter.com/l19pMlrtHJ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
More "student" woodworking entries #awfs pic.twitter.com/AnkozHrglO
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
One of the table legs is not like the other #AWFS pic.twitter.com/nC4UeaRcZp
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Awesome nail sets and more from US-made Spring Tools #AWFS pic.twitter.com/5Ofpma4MBS
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Like CA glue but want a little workability and stronger bond? Check out Nexabond from Bioformix #AWFS pic.twitter.com/MWeFdBdYok
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
A & M Hardware has some beefy brackets you can conceal behind your wall surface #AWFS pic.twitter.com/Eunv1vpurR
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
General tools has moisture meters for every application, including models that won't damage your wood #AWFS pic.twitter.com/EdoWn4pCpb
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Kevlar-infused wood bikes from Connor Cycle in Colorado #AWFS pic.twitter.com/E1XiW0pYL6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Some nice shop tools from @RIKONTools in action at #AWFS pic.twitter.com/Yn9PKWMz5E
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Better a brake cartridge than your finger (or hot dog)? @SawStop #AWFS pic.twitter.com/0i0QRqlIaV
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Why don't I have one of these CR Onsrud's in my shop? Oh ya, they cost $200k and up #AWFS pic.twitter.com/1NeFkMwjQj
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
I'm keeping my distance from this @Vecoplanllc beast so I don't get Fargo'd at #AWFS pic.twitter.com/c1mZPiJJnm
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Our sponsor @Rockler rockin' the beer taps at #AWFS pic.twitter.com/jMhOHZZZ86
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Take your CNC to your work with the new @ShopBotTools handibot #AWFS pic.twitter.com/M9DMawVSP7
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Big cabinet shops need big robots! #AWFS pic.twitter.com/GIQIX7c8Bs
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Now that's a panel saw! Putsch Group at #AWFS pic.twitter.com/LHg81KWV38
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
A razor sharp Accutrax pencil blade that fits in any utility knife from Prazi #AWFS pic.twitter.com/oxrHAjwlmd
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@FestoolUSA representin' at the @SkillsUSA booth #AWFS pic.twitter.com/qB1PSc2BcE
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
What does this have to do with woodworking? We have no idea #AWFS pic.twitter.com/a7tOclIF2u
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Looking to cut razor thin pieces without loosing a finger? Check out the @MicroJig Grr-Ripper #AWFS pic.twitter.com/7bbyYl5Zq3
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
See your tools while you're sharpening them with @jooltool see through sharpener #AWFS @ANIEpiliguian pic.twitter.com/6p5YMfoy41
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@MilwaukeeTool saving my butt at yet another iPhone-workout trade show with the M12 Powerport #AWFS pic.twitter.com/FdpCiPU0NE
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Maximize your bath storage with Stowaway Products nestled under your sink #AWFS pic.twitter.com/qYF1K6ESfJ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@SencoBrands has a slick new flooring nailer priced to sell at $299 #AWFS pic.twitter.com/Qn5CSB6mkO
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@SencoBrands sporting new pinners and spiffy red branding #AWFS pic.twitter.com/qLREMSLuQl
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Say no to curved wood with @Damstom_D300 panel clamps #AWFS pic.twitter.com/gdnCqWYUga
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Plane goodness from @LeeValleyTools #AWFS pic.twitter.com/6RHhYc7ZFo
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Do you hate the look of shelf pins? Here's an alternative from Sawtooth Shelf System #AWFS pic.twitter.com/s3IXg0QkbQ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
More robots and automation #AWFS pic.twitter.com/duOcs5ncxO
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
The making of a modern cabinet with Northwood Machine Co #AWFS pic.twitter.com/dCTVTMSHt8
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Wisdom from #AWFS – keep all extremities away from the Horizontal Beaver (I didn't make up the name) pic.twitter.com/PMXByXNbqk
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Keen Laser Systems laser etching #AWFS pic.twitter.com/T9Hj0j0Ze3
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
(Correction “Kern” not “Keen”, Damn you auto-correct!)
A bevy of clamps from @BesseyTools #AWFS pic.twitter.com/R8ZDAFpqHx
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@Imperialblades uses a titanium coating on their bimetal blades to increase lifespan (the blade's, not yours) #AWFS pic.twitter.com/YXZUcrs2Y6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Quiet pneumatic sanding for a smooth finish @SkylarFaria #AWFS pic.twitter.com/FFrzvgQd5L
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@EpilogLaser showing off with a pocket-sized Aztec calendar in wood #AWFS pic.twitter.com/QPlFTqZNkz
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Jumbo-sized butterfly knife is a smooth-cutting saw from Silky #AWFS pic.twitter.com/vgPEk1wMHt
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
@kregtoolcompany K5 jig its most feature packed yet pic.twitter.com/u31HkAUGmh
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Sadly I'm missing the belt sander races tomorrow #AWFS pic.twitter.com/6MmY821lY9
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Why don't I have a desktop painter/printer like this? @CETColor #AWFS pic.twitter.com/IxriunCqoj
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
Your drill press is about to get A LOT smarter thanks to Teknatool and their DVR motor #AWFS pic.twitter.com/ZEs2KNBkMu
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 24, 2013
New @Rockler glue bottle kit $20 – essential glue accessories #AWFS pic.twitter.com/szobYR5G2f
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) July 25, 2013
That’s it from AWSF 2013 folks! Stay tuned for more follow coverage and video soon!
Got some pretty cool stuff there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Ump!
Did you use a plug-in to aggregate all your tweets with that hashtag into the article?
Good coverage by the way. As if you needed an excuse to go to Vegas…
Thanks Jeff. Geek alert: No plug-in. . . it’s a manual cut and paste operation using WordPress built-in auto embed functionality.