Wood chips meet poker chips: WEIMA plans to Destroy Responsibly™ at AWFS® Fair 2025
AWFS® Fair 2025 is back!
The Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers® (AWFS®), is returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center, from July 22nd-25th.
WEIMA America will be showcasing its shredders and briquette presses at the show, featuring live demonstrations of wood waste processing as part of its Destroy Responsibly™ program. Additionally, a special guest artist will be sculpting out of wooden logs live on the show floor!
Follow the Green Carpet... Destroy Responsibly™
WEIMA has played a leading role in advancing sustainable practices within the woodworking industry by addressing waste reduction and environmental responsibility. The Destroy Responsibly™ initiative is designed to promote awareness of proper wood waste management while offering practical solutions for recycling and material repurposing. Just follow the green carpet to the Destroy Responsibly™ booth #1899, outside to see how WEIMA is tackling all of the wood waste.
WEIMA WL 6: Mighty Shredder, Big Impact at AWFS!
Get ready to see big performance in a small package! The WEIMA WL 6 single-shaft shredder is heading to AWFS®, ready to tackle all the wood waste generated right at the show. Don’t let its compact size fool you – this mighty machine is engineered to efficiently shred diverse wood cutoffs, demonstrating just how powerful and effective a “small” solution can be for your wood waste challenges. See the WL 6 in action as it helps keep AWFS clean and sustainable!
The Show Floor Lineup
Wood Sculpting at AWFS® Fair 2025
This year is going to be exciting with the special guest of Holzkunst Scholz, a German wood artist who creates wooden statues and figures through the process of subtractive sculpture. You can stop by this live demo at booth #1679, as you’re on your way to go visit the Destroy Responsibly™ right outside!
WEIMA WL 4 shredder for @HOLZKUNSTSCHOLZOFFIZIELL
About the AWFS® Fair
The AWFS® Fair, renowned as a premier woodworking industry event, attracts thousands of woodworking professionals to Las Vegas. The Destroy Responsibly™ program ensures attendees will have the opportunity to witness cutting-edge technology that aligns with the industry’s growing focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship. Visit the Destroy Responsibly™ zone outside at booth #1899 to see WEIMA shred wood waste from the show.
Beyond the live shredding demonstrations, visit WEIMA at booth #2516. Our representatives will be on hand to answer your questions, share information, and discuss tailored solutions for your wood waste management needs. Explore our extensive range of shredders and briquette presses, designed for businesses of any size.
Partners in Tradeshow Recycling
The success of the Destroy Responsibly™ program is made possible through the collaboration of key partners. Freeman, a leading event solutions provider for AWFS® Fair, has teamed up with WEIMA to manage logistics and shredding operations. AWFS® has supported the initiative by promoting it to attendees and exhibitors, while the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has facilitated local coordination and emphasized the program’s sustainability efforts.
What happens with the shredded wood waste?
Repurpose America, a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on material repurposing and recycling, is overseeing the shredded wood, preventing its disposal in landfills. Through its partnership with the Destroy Responsibly™ program, this initiative enhances the environmental impact of waste management efforts.
The collaboration ensures that wood waste produced during the fair is redirected toward beneficial use within the local community, while also advancing broader sustainability objectives.
AWFS® Fair 2023
Back at AWFS® Fair 2023, WEIMA showcased its innovative shredding technology through a live demonstration. The WLK 10 single-shaft shredder shredded all of the wood waste created from the show floor and was transported to another facility where it was either repurposed into animal bedding or composted.
The woodworking industry continues to experience steady growth, and AWFS® emphasizes that sustainability remains as crucial today as it has ever been. WEIMA’s Destroy Responsibly™ program serves as a strong example of how innovation can go hand in hand with environmental responsibility, setting a standard for others in the industry to follow.
