The International Woodworking Fair (IWF Atlanta 2026) is back. The manufacturing world is heading to Georgia. Globe Machine Manufacturing is proud to announce our attendance once again.

We have been attending IWF for a very long time. We are truly proud to be a part of it again this year. This trade show is a cornerstone event for us. It lets us connect directly with industrial decision-makers looking to eliminate operational bottlenecks.

If you want to maximize your throughput, reduce costly downtime, and scale your operations, we want to meet you. Come visit our team at Booth A9946.

Unveiling Our Smart Rip Saws: The Quick-Change Saw System

We are thrilled to showcase our latest innovation at the event. Globe is introducing our new smart rip saws. This Quick-Change Saw System is built specifically for high-capacity environments.

It is now available for several demanding industrial applications:

• I-joists & Engineered Wood Products (EWP)

• Siding Panels

• Custom Panel Ripping Applications

This system removes manual adjustment delays. It gives your mill the ultimate edge in flexibility and operational efficiency.

Over a Century of Heavy-Duty Innovation for Core Industries

For over 100 years, Globe has served as a foundational building block for the building products industry. We design custom, heavy-duty machines built with toughness in mind. Our systems reliably serve plants for decades.

At Booth A9946, we are targeting the exact needs of modern high-output sectors:

• OSB & OSL Finishing Lines: Custom systems for cooling, sawing, grading, and stacking.

• MDF & Particleboard Systems: Tailored finishing lines built for modern continuous presses.

• Plywood Manufacturing: Heavy-duty trim saws, pre-presses, and automated glue spreaders.

• Advanced Materials: Fully automated fiber cement and MgO board manufacturing lines.

We also bring 20 years of FANUC robotic integration to the table. Our custom robotics solve complex panel handling, veneer layup, and packaging challenges.

Schedule a VIP Meeting at Booth A9946

Trade show floors get incredibly busy. We want to ensure you get dedicated time with our executive leadership team. Let’s discuss your upcoming capital projects and automated factory goals.

To schedule a private consultation during the show, please contact our Vice President directly:

• Contact: Ron Jacobsen, Vice President

• Direct Phone: 253-732-7103

• Email: ronj@globemachine.com

We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta. Let’s partner together for the next century of manufacturing excellence!

Watch How Globe Future-Proofs Your Factory Floor

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Implementing custom factory automation solutions is now the primary strategy for modern industrial plants looking to scale throughput, mitigate labor shortages, and eliminate costly production downtime. This month, the center of the industrial robotics universe shifts to Chicago for the Automate Tradeshow—the premier global event for robotics, vision, and motion control.

While Globe Machine Manufacturing will not have a formal exhibition booth on the floor this year, our leadership team will be on-site, active, and ready to collaborate. We are attending to connect directly with forward-thinking manufacturers who want to transform their production lines with custom, rugged, and high-performance factory automation solutions.

Over 100 Years of Engineering Excellence, Driven by Robotics

Globe Machine has a rich history spanning more than a century. Our machinery serves as a foundational building block in industrial manufacturing. Every system is custom-built to maximize customer production, quality, and profitability.

For the past 20 years, we have integrated advanced robotics directly into our legacy systems. This expertise solves complex operational problems for factories worldwide.

We are a certified FANUC authorized system integrator. Globe designs rugged configurations for heavy industrial processing. Our engineering team builds automated cells for precision welding, machine tending, and material handling.

Our custom robotics automation sector specializes in high-impact applications, including:

• Machine Tending: Automating part loading and unloading for CNC lathes, mills, and forge presses to optimize throughput and protect skilled operators.

• Material Handling: Advanced pick, pack, and palletizing systems for heavy, structural, or flexible goods.

• Precision Welding: Tailored automated welding cells combining FANUC robotics with industry-leading Miller welders.

• Heavy Industrial Processing: Tailored solutions for complex sectors like wood products, advanced composites, and pulp packaging.

Watch our custom heavy industrial automation seamlessl

y execute complex panel handling for our client, InventWood

Let’s Discuss Your Production Bottlenecks in Chicago

Automate is the perfect backdrop to step away from the daily grind and look strategically at the future of your facility. If you are experiencing high operating costs, frequent line stoppages, or customization constraints with standard equipment, let’s grab a coffee and brainstorm.

Incremental adoption of automation can easily be scaled around your budget and schedule. We can help you identify low-hanging fruit on your shop floor that will yield the fastest return on investment.

Schedule a Consultation on the Move

Our Director of Robotics and Automation, Adam Schmidt, will be leading our delegation in Chicago. Adam brings deep technical expertise and a practical, ROI-driven approach to factory floor design.

We invite you to reach out directly to coordinate a meeting time while we are in town:

• Contact: Adam Schmidt, Director of Robotics and Automation

• Cell Phone: (253) 732-5236

• Email: Adams@globemachine.com

Slots during the week are filling up quickly. We highly recommend reaching out via text or email ahead of your arrival to secure a dedicated time with our team.

Why Partner with Globe Machine?

In today’s highly competitive digital and manufacturing spaces, success requires more than a vendor relationship—it requires lifelong collaboration. Globe protects your investments by offering complete transparency, innovative custom engineering, and an unparalleled 24/7 technical support and maintenance network to eliminate sudden equipment failures.

If you are attending Automate in Chicago, let’s unlock the next step in your facility’s operational efficiency. We look forward to seeing you there.

Can’t make it to Chicago? You don’t have to wait for a trade show to optimize your facility. Contact our automation team today to request an operational efficiency consultation or a custom factory audit.

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Globe Machine Manufacturing at PELICE 2026: Engineering the Future of Wood Panel Lines

For over a century, Globe Machine Manufacturing has been the engineering backbone of the world’s most advanced wood panel line automation facilities — from large-scale OSB mills to North America’s newest LSL and wood fiber insulation plants. At PELICE 2026, we’re bringing our latest innovations in saw technology leadership and robotic integration to Atlanta, and

we’d love to show you what a century of expertise looks like in action.

Find us at Booth #203 | PELICE 2026 | April 16–17, 2026 | Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park

One Partner for the Entire Line — From Wood Fiber to Finished Panel

If it starts as wood fiber and ends as a panel, Globe has engineered a solution for it. Our approach is built around complete system solutions, not piecemeal equipment,  so your line runs at maximum uptime with a single point of accountability. From press outfeed all the way through packaging, we own the integration, so you don’t have to manage the gaps.

What We’re Showcasing at PELICE 2026

SmartRip™ Innovation — Precision and Speed at Scale

Our SmartRip™ quick-change saw systems feature PLC-controlled positioning for repeatable precision and faster changeovers. Less downtime. More throughput. Built for the demands of modern plywood, OSB, and EWP production.

Robotic Excellence — FANUC Authorized System Integrator

As a FANUC Authorized System Integrator, Globe brings proven robotic automation to finishing lines across plywood, OSB, and engineered wood products. Our robotic systems are designed not as add-ons, but as fully integrated components of your line architecture.

Full Finishing Line Integration — One Point of Accountability

From press outfeed through final packaging, Globe engineers the entire downstream sequence. That means one partner, one responsibility, and no finger-pointing when something goes wrong.

Specialty Expertise — T&G, Siding, and Mass Timber

We bring proven systems for tongue-and-groove underlayment, siding, and mass timber applications — specialty markets that demand precision engineering and deep manufacturing experience.

Why Choose Globe Machine Manufacturing?

• 100+ years of wood products engineering experience
• Trusted partner for the largest OSB mills and newest specialty panel plants in North America
• Engineering solutions, not just equipment, for maximum line uptime
• Deep expertise across OSB, LSL, plywood, EWP, mass timber, and fiber insulation

Visit Us at PELICE 2026 — Booth #203

We’ll be at the Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park on April 16–17, 2026. Stop by Booth #203 to talk through your current line challenges or your next capital project. Whether you’re optimizing an existing facility or planning a greenfield build, our team is ready to discuss what’s possible.

Connect with our team before the show: Ron Jacobsen, Vice President 📞 253.732.7103 ✉️ ronj@globemachine.com

Let’s Talk About Your Next Line

Don’t settle for a vendor when you can have a century of engineering expertise on your side. Globe Machine Manufacturing is ready to help you optimize your wood panel line automation, from saw technology to full robotic integration.

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We’re excited to announce that Globe Machine Manufacturing will be attending the International Mass Timber Conference 2026 in Portland, Oregon, from March 31 to April 2, 2026, at the Oregon Convention Center.

Now in its 10th year, IMTC is the largest gathering of mass timber experts in the world — and we’re proud to be part of it. This is where the industry’s most forward-thinking manufacturers and builders come together. Globe Machine will be there to discuss what’s next for engineered wood production.

A Century of Expertise, Built for the Future

With over 100 years of experience, Globe Machine brings factory automation and custom-engineered solutions to every conversation. As a result, our team has the deep technical knowledge to help you get there.. Whether you’re scaling up production or building a new facility, we’re ready.

Introducing the SMARTRIP™ Quick Change Saw System

In addition, one of the highlights we’re bringing to Portland is our new SMARTRIP™ Quick Change Saw System — an industry-first solution that allows for a full pattern change in under 5 minutes. If downtime is cutting into your profitability, this is the technology you need to see.

How We Support the Mass Timber & Engineered Wood Industries

Furthermore, we work with manufacturers across the full spectrum of engineered wood products, delivering solutions that are purpose-built for your operation.

Custom Automation: Fully integrated factory solutions and robotic systems tailored to your specific capacity requirements.

Engineered Wood Expertise Decades of experience developing manufacturing systems for I-joist, LVL, and OSL production.

Proven Reliability: Finally, our high-performance equipment is engineered for toughness and designed for decades of continuous production.

Let’s Meet in Portland

Our leadership team will be on-site at the International Mass Timber Conference 2026. We’re ready to discuss how Globe Machine can help you maximize production, quality, and profitability.

Ready to connect? Reach out to schedule a meeting before the conference:

Ron Jacobsen | Vice President 📞 253.732.7103 ✉️ ronj@globemachine.com

We look forward to seeing you in Portland — stop by, say hello at booth 1044, and let’s talk about what’s next for your operation.

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Globe Machine Manufacturing Company is excited to attend JEC World 2026. The event runs March 10–12, 2026. Find us at Booth 6Q42a in the US Pavilion at Paris Nord Villepinte.

What to Expect at Our Booth

✅ RapidClave® System
RapidClave is an Out-of-Autoclave curing solution. It delivers fast cycle times and consistent composite quality. Advanced thermal management increases efficiency and reduces costs.

✅ Thermoplastic Composite Conversion
See high-speed CFRT tape formatting and processing. This solution supports aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. It improves material consistency and throughput.

✅ Composites Manufacturing Automation
Explore automation for filament winding, material handling, and automated layup. These systems streamline production and reduce manual labor.

✅ Ultra-High-Pressure Press Lines
Learn about high-tonnage, multi-opening press systems. They are ideal for composite armor and structural components. Manufacturers gain higher output and precise, repeatable results.

Why Visit GLOBE at JEC World?

GLOBE leads in composites manufacturing equipment. Our solutions improve efficiency and material performance. They also reduce cycle time and factory footprint.

We partner with the University of Dayton Research Institute to advance research and innovation. This collaboration supports emerging applications across industries.

Visit our booth to meet experts and see demonstrations. Discover how our technologies can help your operations.

Who Should Visit GLOBE at JEC World 2026

GLOBE serves manufacturers and innovators pushing lightweight, high-performance materials. If you aim to scale production, improve efficiency, or advance composites, visit our booth.

Aerospace manufacturers exploring faster curing, automation, or cost-effective alternatives to autoclaves will gain scalable production insights.

Automotive lightweighting teams accelerating EV and structural composite adoption can see high-speed thermoplastic processing and automation in action.

Defense and armor producers seeking durable, precision-engineered composites benefit from ultra-high-pressure press technologies.

Thermoplastic composite innovators working with CFRT and advanced materials will find processing solutions that enhance consistency, throughput, and repeatability.

Factory automation leaders integrating robotics, material handling, and digital workflows can see how GLOBE streamlines production from layup to forming.

Drone and UAV manufacturers developing lightweight airframes, propulsion systems, and next-gen aerial platforms benefit from RapidClave curing, automated layup, and thermoplastic solutions. These support rapid prototyping, scalable production, and better structural performance.

📍 Booth 6Q42a, US Pavilion
📅 March 10-12, 2026
📞 Contact: Ron Jacobsen. – ronj@globemachine.com | +1 253.732.7103

🔗 Explore the JEC World Interactive Map: View Our Booth Location
🔗 Learn More About JEC World 2025: Official Event Website

Let’s talk about the future of composite materials and automation. See you in Paris!

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GLOBE Machine Mass Timber Conference is transforming the construction industry. Mass timber provides a sustainable, high-performance alternative to traditional materials like steel and concrete. As demand for CLT, glulam, and mass plywood panels continues to rise, manufacturers must find ways to increase production while maintaining quality and efficiency. Is your factory floor ready for the future?

At GLOBE Machine Manufacturing, we specialize in advanced automation solutions for mass timber production. Our technology helps manufacturers streamline operations, cut costs, and meet industry demand. Whether you’re producing CLT panels, glulam beams, or other engineered wood products, our custom systems improve efficiency, precision, and scalability.

Why Automate Your Mass Timber Production?

• Increase speed and throughput – Reduce cycle times with automated handling, adhesive application, and pressing.
• Improve quality and precision – Ensure consistent panel alignment and assembly using smart technology.
• Lower labor costs – Optimize workforce efficiency while reducing reliance on manual labor.
• Minimize material waste – Maximize raw material use and lower production scrap.
• Scale for the future – Adapt to growing demand with flexible automation solutions.

Meet GLOBE at the Mass Timber Conference!

We’re bringing our expertise to The International Mass Timber Conference, the world’s largest gathering of mass timber professionals. The event is the perfect opportunity to network, explore new innovations, and discuss how automation can future-proof your production line.

📅 March 25–27, 2025
📍 Oregon Convention Center | Portland, OR

Let’s Talk About Your Production Goals!

Ron Jacobsen, Vice President
📱 253.732.7103
📧 ronj@globemachine.com

Discover how GLOBE Machine Mass Timber Automation can help you future-proof your factory floor.

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For over a century, Globe Machine has been a leader in designing and manufacturing customized production systems for the building products industry. Over the years, our equipment has helped manufacturers improve production efficiency, quality, and profitability across various applications. This year, we continue that tradition by bringing our latest innovations to LIGNA.

What to Expect at Globe Machine’s LIGNA 2025 Booth

At LIGNA 2025, visitors will have the opportunity to see how Globe Machine’s innovations drive efficiency and automation in wood and composite material processing. For example, our solutions include:

• OSB, MDF & Particleboard Finishing Lines – Custom systems for sawing, sanding, grading, stacking, and packaging.
• Plywood Manufacturing Equipment – High-performance trim saws, glue spreaders, and pre-presses.
• I-Joist & Engineered Wood Production – Fully automated, precision-controlled assembly for engineered wood beams.
• Fiber Cement & MgO Board Systems – Tailored finishing and coating lines built on decades of experience.
• Offsite Construction Solutions – Integrated automation for modular and prefabricated building components.

In addition, as a certified FANUC integrator, we specialize in robotic automation solutions that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve plant efficiency. Learn more about our robotic automation capabilities here: Globe Machine Robotic Automation.

Meet Globe Machine at LIGNA 2025

We invite you to visit us at Hall 26, Stand F48 to discuss how our solutions can optimize your manufacturing processes. Our team will be available to answer questions, demonstrate our capabilities, and explore how automation can enhance your production lines.

For more details about our participation at LIGNA 2025, visit our exhibitor page: Globe Machine at LIGNA.

Want to connect with us before the event? Use this contact form to reach out.

Watch Our Solutions in Action

Check out our latest promo video to see how Globe Machine’s systems help manufacturers achieve higher efficiency and quality:

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GLOBE is excited to announce our participation in JEC World 2025, the leading international composites event. From March 4-6, 2025, we will showcase our latest advanced composites manufacturing technologies at Booth 6Q42a, US Pavilion, in Paris Nord Villepinte.

What to Expect at Our Booth

✅ RapidClave® System – Experience our Out-of-Autoclave solution, which delivers faster, high-performance composites curing. With advanced thermal management systems and evolutionary tooling, it offers a more efficient alternative to traditional methods.

✅ Thermoplastic Composite Conversion – In addition, we will demonstrate high-speed CFRT tape formatting and processing, supporting aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. This solution enhances both efficiency and material performance.

✅ Composites Manufacturing Automation – Moreover, our scalable automation solutions improve filament winding, material handling, and automated layup, making composite production more streamlined.

✅ Ultra-High-Pressure Press Lines – Finally, discover our high-tonnage, multi-opening press systems designed for composite armor and structural components. These systems help manufacturers increase production capacity while maintaining precision and quality.

Why Visit GLOBE at JEC World?

As a leader in composites manufacturing equipment, we provide solutions that not only enhance production efficiency but also improve material performance and reduce processing time. Furthermore, our partnership with UDRI expands our research and development capabilities, supporting innovation across industries.

Meet our experts, see manufacturing demonstrations, and discuss how our technologies can benefit your operations.

📍 Booth 6Q42a, US Pavilion
📅 March 4-6, 2025
📞 Contact: Jim M. – jimm@globemachine.com | +1 518.369.5701

🔗 Explore the JEC World Interactive Map: View Our Booth Location
🔗 Learn More About JEC World 2025: Official Event Website

Let’s talk about the future of composite materials and automation. See you in Paris!

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Building product automation is transforming the manufacturing industry, and Globe Machine is leading the way. Globe leadership will be attending the International Builders’ Show (IBS) 2025 from February 25-27. The 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show | IBS 2025

If you’re looking for automation solutions to improve production efficiency, product quality, and cost savings, schedule a meeting to discuss our custom automation systems, including FANUC robotic solutions for composite panels, engineered wood, and other building materials.

Why Automation Matters for Building Product Manufacturers

In today’s competitive market, manufacturers must keep up with growing demand and labor challenges. Automated production systems help:

• Increase throughput without adding labor costs
• Improve product consistency and quality
• Reduce material waste through precision engineering
• Enhance workplace safety with robotic solutions

For over 100 years, Globe Machine has helped manufacturers implement automation solutions that optimize production and improve profitability. Whether you need material handling systems, robotic integration, or fully automated production lines, we deliver solutions that fit your operation.

What We Offer at IBS 2025

✅ Custom automation systems with FANUC robots for material handling and production
✅ Precision-engineered equipment for composite panels, engineered wood, and more
✅ Turnkey automation solutions to streamline your manufacturing process

See you at IBS 2025!

📅 February 25-27, 2025
📍 Las Vegas Convention Center

Schedule a meeting with Ron Jacobsen – Vice President
📱 Mobile: 253.732.7103
📧 Email: ronj@globemachine.com

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Why Visit Us at CAMX 2024?

At Globe Machine, we are leaders in Advanced Composites Equipment, offering cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency and innovation in manufacturing processes. Our team will be on hand at CAMX 2024 to share our latest technologies, discuss industry trends, and explore how we can support your specific needs in composite materials.

Schedule a Meeting with Our Expert

If you’re interested in discussing how Globe Machine can help optimize your production processes, we invite you to schedule a meeting with Jim Martin, our Director of Advanced Composites Equipment.

• Contact Jim Martin:
  • 📱 Phone: 518.369.5701
  • 📧 Email: jimm@globemachine.com

This is an excellent opportunity to get personalized insights and explore tailored solutions for your business.

Learn More About Our Advanced Composites Solutions

Visit our Advanced Composites page to discover how Globe Machine Manufacturing leads the way in providing innovative solutions for the composites industry.

Join Globe at CAMX 2024 San Diego

Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with industry leaders and discover the future of composites and advanced materials. For more information about the event, visit the CAMX Expo Website.

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