Design idea for new Woodfinder user interface (UI)
Intuitive map interface, as most are familiar with Google Maps, etc.
Not based on ZIP codes; handles supplier locations worldwide
Does not use Google Maps; no API fees, etc.
Only several files totaling less than 20 kB
Can scale to millions of suppliers with no speed degradation
https://www.woodcentral.com/demo/wf/
Type the name of a city (it will auto-suggest with a drop-down selection) and Submit
Suppliers listed are listed based on proximity to your location which is determined by your IP address
Clicking supplier will update map, View Details for complete supplier information
Details spawns new window listing supplier information and contact details (all fake for testing)
Enter optional wood name at top, Submit and see how how supplier locations change
Learn about it links to Eric Meier's Wood Database site, a definitive source for information on wood types
Submit will always update map and listings based on specified city and optional wood name, other parameters can coded to further refine search
Topic edited/bumped 2026-10-19 11:28:26
