panel saw makers focus on increased production and precision.

WOOD & wood products interviewed a number of panel sawmill manufacturers and dealers to find out how the more economical, easier-to-install panel size measuring equipment can make the woodworking manufacturers more productive.
Since computer programs have been applied to woodworking equipment, they have greatly improved the accuracy and productivity of the machine.
However, one drawback in getting these highly precise and efficient machines out of the hands of many manufacturers is the price of equipment technology.
Today, driven by recent price cuts in advanced electronics, panel saw manufacturers are breaking the myth that powerful and complex saws require a lot of capital expenditure.
In fact, many woodworking jobs are now gaining the benefits of more savingson machinery and increasing production efficiency with faster sawmill setup, higher accuracy and optimization, and enhanced user friendliness.
These changes occur because the machinery manufacturers are adjusting and marketing machines that focus on changing market trends ---
Faster setup, reduced downtime and increased profitabilityrun production.
\"The panel size industry hasn\'t had one of the biggest developments in the last five years, but a lot of individual big developments,\" Randy Jami, national sales manager at Biesse America Selcopanel saws
\"Over the past five years, the industry\'s demand has changed, and the demand for speed, flexibility and reliability has increased, which is why we have seen changes.
\"Speed, precision, and flexibility are three requirements that wood products manufacturers constantly make to machinery manufacturers.
For panel saw manufacturers, this challenge means more efficient machine design and rapid
Change tool technology without sacrificing cutting quality.
Werner Durin, president of SchellingAmerica Inc. , said: \"electronic programming in machine design complements this new mechanical design and increases productivity by 10 to 10 per cent
The electronic programming of panel size measuring equipment begins with an electro-mechanical switch with an actual moving part and is able to withstand heat, cold and factory conditions.
The second type of control, NC control, is faster because they are more reliable and eliminate many unnecessary mechanical and electrical switches.
Today, scnc control uses a microprocessor that is more powerful and easier to diagnose problems than their predecessors, because the time to track problems has been reduced, such as faulty circuits.
In a sense, woodworking jobs lose money when their machines are shut down for repair.
As a result, saw manufacturers strive to improve the reliability of their machines.
\"Reliability has become a key requirement for panel size machines,\" Jamison said . \".
\"Through the innovative use of computer technology, this has become possible and has become available in the past five years.
Gigen ANO Checchi, president of Gigen America, said that one of the biggest developments in the panel size industry is, \"the ability to control machine function parameters directly from an office computer or the main frame when programming size jobs.
\"However, check chi added that the panel is increasingly dependent on the high level to see that users should be warned
If the employee does not properly train the advanced equipment, the technical computer may result in increased downtime.
\"If more computers are used, the system will be more complicated . \"
\"Most of the time, it is the operator\'s fault that the machine is not working properly.
The operator must understand the computer system.
This will also help if the computer manufacturer makes the computer more reliable.
\"Connecting Electronic diagnostics to phone modems helps some panel users reduce downtime.
The modem can connect the panel saw to the dealer who sold it, the manufacturer who made it, or both.
If the computer of a machine can isolate the problem, if the problem is not too serious, the technician of the manufacturer/dealer can guide the user to solve the problem.
If the user can solve the problem by himself, the technician will not have to make a service call, thus reducing the downtime and reducing the maintenance cost.
\"If a piece of scrap falls in front of the sensor, the diagnostic system can tell the operator which sensor to check instead of having the technician call the service person and check the whole system to solve the problem, bill Pitt, vice president and general manager of holzma, saidU. S.
Stiles machinery division.
Another affordable benefit is that the other benefit that tablet saw customers have been enjoying is that there are also more and more cheap electronics for desktop saws.
These affordable users
Friendly electronics equipped with pressure beam saws enable many smaller stores to shift from previous cutting methods to pressure beam plate saws, \"said SteveJones, Altendorf sales manager.
\"On the other hand, sliding electronic devices on the table, such as CNC controls and rip fences, makes the automated table see a very affordable option when upgrading the cutting capability.
It is reported that up to 30 time savings have been made.
\"The good news for panel saw customers is that the panel saw manufacturer says the technology will continue to become more affordable.
Rusty Denson, product manager at SCMI, said: \"horizontal beam saws that provide downloadable controllers have become more affordable and will continue to become more affordable . \".
\"Small and medium-sized stores will continue to use production methods that used to be only beneficial to large companies now and in the future.
\"While price may be an important consideration for panel sawmill customers, the most important aspect of choosing a saw should be whether the machine can meet the needs of each customer.
For example, the panel saw required for cutting-to-
Size operation of 200
Man Cabinet plant will be different from 20-
Men\'s cabinet shop
DaneStafford, marketing manager at Colonial see, said: \"We found that small and medium-sized cabinet manufacturers make complete kitchens, while large cabinet manufacturers are making kitchen parts that will later be made into kitchens.
\"Those companies that make full kitchens achieve maximum productivity by tilting the head vertical facing panel saws, while companies that use programmable horizontal beam saws to make stock kitchen parts are more efficient.
\"Looking ahead, the biggest response from panel saw manufacturers to the upcoming developments is that the\" work unit \"will be adopted by the woodworking industry by the end of this century.
Work celltechnology is a manufacturing technology currently implemented in Europe. Its benefits include reducing the time of operators and improving production efficiency and accuracy.
The working principle of the unit of work is that once the panel is cut, the machine communicates the required settingsup.
Machine Group-
For the remaining operations,
Blocking, boring, etc. )
Will communicate automatically through systems such as bar codes.
Klaus Stana, vice president of sales at TeknaMachinery, said: \"The technology is available and the concept is under discussion, but currently it is only used in some businesses in this country
\"We need to emphasize vocational training because there is no educated workforce and high
Science and Technology machinery influence each other.
With more automated machines, such as work units, the adjustment of equipment is automatic, and the reliability between workers and machines is reduced.
\"Check chi added,\" in the near future, the full control of machine functions, adjusting the size of the job by adjusting the job, adjusting the material by material, sending specific manufacturing parameters to the machine for full control of production, productivity and machine time is common for panel size measurement operations.
\"The other two aspects, bar codes and voice recognition commands, are also seen by some manufacturers as trends that have come up or are coming up soon.
The barcode has been used in this country and in Europe, and it allows companies to identify the batches, customers and types of parts by labeling the codes attached to each piece of work.
\"Through the networking of label printing equipment, the panel sawmill is more sensitive to changing customer needs and more capable in today\'s lower quantities,\" said Pitt, \"reversing orders quickly, make aws a work center for today\'s manufacturing plants. \".
Although this is still in its infancy, some respondents mentioned the possibility of using voice recognition commands in panel measuring devices.
The speech recognition device accepts the operator\'s voice command and converts the command to how the machine should be set-
Produce a part.
Voice recognition commands can appear on panel sizing devices to increase productivity and usersfriendliness.
\"In the telephone industry, they are already using voice recognition commands to help control costs and increase productivity,\" Pitt said . \".
\"Speech recognition may first appear in the metal industry, because in terms of this technology, it is the first of about five years in the woodworking industry.
Speech recognition commands must overcome obstacles such as plant noise and operators with different accents.
\"Panel Sawmill technology has attractive prices that enable the company to improve production efficiency and therefore become more competitive and at the heart of profitable woodworking operations.
Company with correct thighs by providing accuracy, affordability and high quality cut-outs-
The technical panel saw system can stay focused on the bottom line and breathe a little easier.
The horizontal beam saw can obtain the Scheer 5050 series back forming and cross saw from Richard T. Byrnes Co. Inc.
Using Siemens plc, controlled by 386 PC, external adjustment score, air cushion device on the table, cast iron compartment structure, etc. The FW-
Unique American company Schellingutilizes easy-to-
It is reported that used controls, a durable structure, also improves speed and accuracy.
Gigen America offers the Prismatic 101 single-wire panel saw with a patented two-wire design
The pressure beam allows full panel control through the last trim cut.
The patented side alignment system includes two separate retractable rollers, one at the front of the cutting line and one at the back of the cutting line.
The system ensures that the panel is firmly positioned against a fixed Square fence at the entire intersectioncut cycle.
Other standard features include maintenance-
Free saw rack, timingbelt Power Drive, pneumatic quick blade release, quick adjustment of scoring saw and adjustable modular lifting table feed. Holz-Her-U. S.
The line consists of a basic manual saw and two automatic saws.
All three models have a separate scoring unit.
The saw stand can be adjusted on all shafts and can be moved on hardened and ground steel rails for precise vibration-free cutting.
All models can be equipped with air bearing stations with independent fans.
Holzma HPP 81 panel from Holzma-U. S. , Div.
StilesMachinery.
A small number of parts can be cut quickly, and the loss between patterns is minimal.
Features include heavy
Heavy-duty construction, cut/groove software, availablebuild kerfing software full-
Includes CNC controls for synchronous label printing.
The Schwabedissen S 50 CNC panel size measurement system features two separate tear saw and a cross sawcut saw (
Scoring saw available upon request)
On a separate saw carriage.
Drive with servo-drive motors. Offset cross-
Cutting patterns are achieved by combining fixed and split tables.
The machine is equipped with noise and dust protection.
Electronic controls include five axes.
The Selco WNA 200 shuttle system cutting center is available from biesse USA with cutting speed up to 300 fpm, 25-
Hp saw blade motor, fast-
Replacement system and electronic saw blade adjustment.
It also features electronic adjustment of scale saw, automatic mounting of thin material and complete CNC control.
SCMI\'s Alfa series vertical facing panel saw has a Master X plus computer with graphics and download capabilities and fast positioning speed.
Other features include: side alignment for square panels, heavy-duty-
Transport and safety equipment.
These aws in 10-ft or 14-ft versions.
There are four models to choose from.
Now, the European woodworking machinery company represents Anthon, a manufacturer of wood board and non-ferrous saw systems in Europe.
The product line of Anthon has optimized computer technology.
Including a saw with a cutting height of 3-7/8 in. , 5-7/8in. and 7-7/8 in.
Profi sees the system from Anton GmbH & Co.
With a patented turntable, head cutting can be provided to save time, materials and space.
Can be loaded directly through the disc or in-
Circuit of Saw system computer.
Computers can also be connected to telephone lines, according to the company.
Mayer PS 9Z panel saw from Force Machinery is very high-
Speed saw for custom woodworking.
This is a simplified CNC panel that provides user-friendly programming and automatically determines the angle and length of the cut.
It can also detect thickness and length to allow automatic cutting and reduction of settingsup times.
Gabbiani Delta series beam saw from Stefani Group America Inc. features a 15-or 20-
According to the company, HP cars are equipped with a scoring saw that can cut 30 000 square feet per shift.
There are four models of this machine, which are followed by a gear-and-tooth drive system and a \"Star\" brand square guide.
Gabbiani Macchine Class PCT panel saw is available from Tekna machinery and is a computer-specific electronic control sheet
Blade score panel saw with lift table.
Features include: built-in AC servo motor
On Software, PC
Programming for line or floppy disk download, electronically adjustable to165 fpm and electronically adjustable 300 fpm shipping speed.
Eric Riebling Co.
Martin T-
72 Super precision table sawequip with a score saw attachment.
The lower frame consists of steel bars and concrete.
This creates distortion.
Free, stable, low-noise racks, according to the company.
The machine is equipped with a hydraulic tilt lift lever.
Digital Display is the standard equipment for blade tilt. The T-
There are four car sizes to choose from: 2. 2, 2. 7, 3. 3, and3. 7 meters.
Pistorius machines
The panel saw has a repeat stop device that reduces the adjustment of horizontal cutting of strips of the same width and has a programming track to set the fixed dimensions for continuous work.
To avoid the chip output, the rotation speed is about 800 rpm.
Vertical facing panel saw gmc kgs 510 vertical facing panel saw from Atlantic machinery. features a 4. 8-
Hp motor that works at 5,800 rpm, accurately flipped-downstops, 14-
Maximum cutting length of feet, 77-in.
Maximum cutting height 10-in.
Carbide blade.
The company also offers a largermanual model and an automatic model with many options available.
Elcon vertical panel saw from Adwood Corp.
Including the Limpiodust extraction system, which is reported to reduce the percentage of dust released into the air by continuously removing dust before and after the cutting point panel.
Using the system, the panel is supported throughout the height of the panel during the cutting process. The Pro-
Hendrick-V vertical panel saw
The RWH industry saves space and is fully automatic.
Other features include full longitudinal pneumatic hold-
Give you almost the chip.
Cut the stack to 2-Free-1/2-in.
The Colonial Saw offers four models of electronic control vertical stripe large optimized Saw panel Saw line.
The Optisawauto model is capable of 100 panels per shift from a single operator, including automatic feed on the x and y axes, cutting speeds from 31 fpm to 78 fpm, and standard LED readings. The Model SR-5, a full-
Time panel saw and parts
Safe speed cutting Mfg provides a time panel router. Co. Inc.
Space on the ground is saved.
The machine comes with a 2-1/2-
HP Milwaukee saw motor and 2-1/4-
HpMilwaukee router motor, mid-
Fence system and flow through frame style. The Model SR-
5 also includes vertical lift router handlebars and floating mounting plates. The Her-
The Saf panel router is from Safranek shopises Inc.
Features: pneumatic clamp package, dust system, vertical index, adjustable barstop and second router installation. The Her-
The Saf panel router can also be used for dadoing, according to the company.
Electronic Schneeberger Stratos
Controlled vertical panel saw by progressive machines
Automatic positioning tools through the company\'s new pet positioning system.
The control of the machine is achieved by manually controlling the handle or the input keyboard directly located on the saw beam.
High quality cutting can be achieved through flexible scale saw as well as workpiece clamping and holding.
Saw Trax Portable vertical facing panel saw from Tinkerdell Inc.
According to the company, it can be set up in four minutes.
The F-of the platform saw odando-
Altendorf America\'s 45 POSIT machine has an aCNC-controlled rip fence that enables the operator to enter up to 300 standard cut sizes and recall them when the fingers touch.
The fence is then automatically moved to the desired position. The VG P-
Sliding panel saw for 3200 Derda Inc.
The maximum cutting length is 3,200mm, the maximum cutting width is 1,300mm, and the sliding table size is 3,000mm × 420mm.
The standard on the machine is motor protection, emergency stop, automatic starter, blade tilt, scoring device and word fence.
Lazzari USA offers Juno 3000 I slide saw with tilt shaft and aluminum carriage function.
Scoring unit powered by a1-hp motor.
The electronic blade tilt angle reading speeds up the position from cutting to cutting, while the blade tilt regulator for core blade and blade height adjustment is on the right-
On the side of the machine, the operator can easily reach.
The SP 130 slide panel saw handle panel of Wadkin USA is up to 51 in. by 98 in.
And solid materials up to 4. thick.
Features include: Rating saw mechanism with automatic height adjustment, a10-in. -
Diameter blade, 4-1/8-in. -
Cutter diameter and heavy-duty-duty motor.
S300 slide panel saw for Mini Max with rating function 3-to 5. 5-
Hp motor, 300mm saw blade and 120mm slotted blade, driven by two independent motors for 50-in.
Handle rip capacity of 4-ft by 8-ftsheet stock. The Model MR-
It is reported that 21 group expert groups from multicore cut the labor force with a single knife
By tearing the entire panel, including narrow strips, and sawing and slotting at the same time.
Options include: Saw arb on top or top and bottom, jam-
Nut bar/gasket system for closing blade spacing, jumpingarbor for non-
Continuous slotting and combined saw/groover cutting heads.
Overhead panel saw from Unique Machine & Tool Co.
The company says the product is designed for a variety of applications.
The cut length is available from 48 in. to 144 in. with hold-
Can meet the specific needs of customers.
The saw car is loaded with balls-
Bearing bushing mounted on hardened steel shaft. The DMMA-35 14-in.
General Panel saw with slide table by Futong machinery
By a 5-
Hp motor with lockinghandwheel knob for fixing the blade at the desired angle.
Other features include dynamic
Balance spindle rotating on precision ball bearings, 53-1/2-in.
The stroke on the slide table and the extra angle Mitter can be used to cut small parts.