In Issue 188 of F&C Alan Holtham puts bandsaw guides under the microscope to make sure youa€ re running on track.Mike Jordan cuts the cost of trimming edge lipping using his power feed.Peter Sefton shares his thoughts on shelf supports and knock down fixings.John Bullar discovers the making techniques behind Andrew Haugea€ s music stand.Karl Holtey demonstrates the making process behind a dovetailed box mitre plane and Daniel Pschenitza gives us an insight into the ancient art of Urushi lacquer.

Wea€ re in the workshop with Yannick Chastang and our gallery displays the work of The Scottish Furniture Makers.Anthony Bailey tests the Co-Matic Junior Power Feed at the Axminster showroom.Derek Jones puts his faith in a truly huge machine from Griggio.Matt Long pares down his list of workshop essentials.Mark Baker reviews a grinding wheel that could work out cheaper in the long run.Derek Jones tests a versatile machine from Scheppach and Anthony Bailey tests a couple of new measuring devices from Bosch.

We bring you our pick of the best tools and machinery on the market in our Toolbox, Vanessa Austin Locke gives us a round up of news in the furniture industry and there are all the regular pages for you to enjoy in Your F&C.

And don't miss The Essential Workshop Guide 2012 at the end of this issue.