Supplier Magazine March-April 2013

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Upfront Welcome to this issue of Supplier Woodworking magazine, which is once again crammed full of informative articles, tips, new products and profiles – all pertinent to your business. We hope you enjoy reading the pages and most certainly welcome your feed back.

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Contents

MARCH/APRIL 2013 vol. 29 no.2

☞News

5 Impact CNC grand opening 6 Hettich celebrates double milestone Biesse Oceania appoints new CEO 8 Funding to support Australian manufacturers

☞Design & Trends 12 Dynapro: the undermount

slide system 14 A focus on the future

Vicky Cammiade - Publisher Ph: 03 9890 0815; Fax: 03 9890 0087 or Email: vicky.cammiade@elitepublishing.com.au

16 Decorative laminates from Nover

☞Profile

22 Hargreaves has the dream kitchen touch

☞Manufacturing

Meet the team

30 Proper collet and collet chuck maintenance 35 How to keep afloat during a crisis 36 Australian companies take it

to China Vicky Cammiade Publisher

Jennifer Curtis Group Managing Editor

Ashley Cooper Group National Sales & Marketing Manager

38 Seeing the wood from the sawdust 40 Bells Joinery: a regional success

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Sean O’Sullivan Advisory Panel Member

Phil Ashley Advisory Panel Member

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News

Impact CNC grand opening and open day IMPACT CNC’s new Australian Headquarters opened on 21 February in Geebung, Queensland.

A steady flow of visitors came in during the day to see the new showroom and partake of a sausage sizzle. They appreciated the opportunity to compare different models in the same place and the feedback was extremely positive with several customers requesting quotations after their visit.

At Impact CNC HQ there is a full range of routers on display, including the Cyclone and Tornado auto tool change models and the Thunder and Storm manual tool change models.

The new facility features a dedicated commissioning area where all machines are tested prior to delivery. The building

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also includes spare parts storage, a software training area and an Argus laser display room.

Throughout the building are examples of the types of work that can be done on an Impact CNC router.

The new facility is available to the Impact CNC dealers and all existing and potential customers, whether local or interstate, for demonstrations and training.â—?

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News Industry gathering launches new TVAA manual Hettich celebrates double milestone in 2013 THIS year, Hettich is celebrating its 125th anniversary as a global company, and 25th year of operation in Australia.

From its beginning in Germany in 1888, when Karl Hettich first developed a manual bending machine that revolutionised the production of cuckoo clocks, to the multi-award winning global company with more than 6,000 staff members that it is today, Hettich has remained true to its core values of innovation, reliability, quality and customer care throughout its longstanding history.

The management reins have been handed over just four times at Hettich in its 125 year history, with each changeover seeing a new generation of the Hettich family run and shape the company.

1930 saw brothers August, Paul and Franz Hettich establish the Paul Hettich GmbH sister company in the north west of Germany. After August developed a 16 metre long production line for piano hinges in 1928, the brothers decided to reduce the distance between their father’s production factory in Schramberg (south west Germany) and the heart of the German furniture industry in East Westphalia (north west), hence the establishment of the second Hettich production site in Herford in 1930.

In 1959 Anton Hettich took the helm, representing the third generation of the Hettich family to manage the company. Shortly after, Anton brought his brother Dr Erwin Hettich into the management team, along with Helmut, Siegfried and Bruno Hettich as other partners.

In 2005 Dr Andreas Hettich became the fourth generation to head Hettich management, and is the current Chairman of the management board.

Hettich today has 38 subsidiaries in America, Europe and Asia, as well as production sites in six countries, so the global company is never far from its customers.

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Marketing Manager for Hettich Australia and New Zealand, Dave Angus.

2013 marks another milestone for Hettich, with the Australian and New Zealand teams celebrating 25 years in the market as well.

“The strong roots of Hettich globally help us deliver the best products to our customers locally,” said Marketing Manager for Hettich Australia and New Zealand, Dave Angus.

“Over the years Hettich has built itself as a brand that can be trusted through reliable and innovative products that are built to last – with a lifetime warranty on all drawer and hinge systems, consumers can be confident their Hettich products will be around for longer than we have been so far!” added Dave.

Hettich’s 25th year in Australia is going to be a big one, with the team launching Hettich’s biggest ever $20,000 consumer promotion in partnership with leading whitegoods company Fisher & Paykel. Hettich Australia also plans to expand its already impressive network of more than 200 Hettich Endorsed Showrooms, as well as launch a premium new drawer offering mid-year – the ArciTech Drawer System.

“We have a great team here in Australia and we’re excited to be able to bring Europe’s finest furniture fittings to our growing customer base.”●

A special ceremony was convened by the Timber Veneer Association of Australia at the end of 2012 to officially launch the latest edition of the association’s product information manual.

The presentation was held in historic Tusculum at Potts Point, home of the NSW chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects, and the assembled guests were addressed by guest speaker Graeme Hadenham of Group GSA Architects.

There was strong representation from the Australian veneer industry, and it was agreed by all that the new manual would be a valuable reference for architects wanting more information about veneers and assistance in specifying veneers correctly.

Copies of the new manual can be downloaded from the association’s website at www.timberveneer.asn.au. ●

Biesse Oceania appoints new CEO THE role of Biesse Oceania CEO has been filled by former Biesse Group Chief Financial Officer, Luke Tenaglia.

Luke was chosen for the role due to his extensive knowledge of the wood, glass and stone industries, with which he has been involved for over 20 years.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to once again work with the Biesse team and continue to represent the innovative products for which Biesse is renowned and deliver our customers solutions to improve their productivity in the ever changing manufacturing landscape.”

At the end of February 2013, Ron Smyth of Biesse Group Australia Pty Ltd and Biesse Group New Zealand Ltd, officially resigned from his position of Oceania CEO. Biesse Group would like to thank Ron for his passionate service and leadership through some challenging times.

The transition was co-ordinated by parent company Biesse S.p.A in Italy. Roberto Bolognini, Manager for the Oceania and Australasian regions has been heavily involved to oversee the changeover and will continue to offer assistance to the Australian and New Zealand subsidiaries as the company moves forward.

Leno Andaloro, Sales Director for Biesse Australia and New Zealand, commented on the situation: “The intention for Biesse Group in 2013 is to continue with a strong customer focus in all areas of machinery sales, service and spare parts. The shift in leadership hasn’t changed the underlying values of Biesse staff, nor will it compromise the quality of the product and services that we deliver.” ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

16 Industry Leaders speak on Go to www.youtube.com now and search empower time tracking software Greenmount Manufacturing “Substantial increases in factory productivity” - $10 million annual turnover, 45 staff, in commercial fit outs, kitchens and camper van fit outs – using Empower for 8 months (Auckland)

Modulink Joinery “$6 million annual turnover, 30 staff, in hotel fit outs, kitchens and office furniture – business and turnover has grown ten fold in 6 years and Empower has controlled that growth and profitability over the 6 years” (Christchurch)

Comace Interior Fit Outs “We have achieved well in excess of 30% increase in factory productivity” – 27 staff business using Empower for 4 years (Adelaide)

Barrett Joinery “30% increase in Factory Productivity” 18 factory staff using Empower for 5 years (Timaru)

Rose and Heather Furniture “100% increase in factory and staff productivity using Empower Software” – 20 factory staff and using Empower for 5 years (Auckland)

Phoenix Aluminium Windows “160% + increase in factory productivity. 26 factory staff down to 10 staff and output increased” - $13 million annual turnover, one of New Zealand’s most productive and progressive aluminium window Manufacturers (Auckland)

Central Joinery “Our goal is for Empower to increase our factory productivity by 25%” – $10 million annual turnover, 45 staff, using Empower for 3 years (Auckland)

Vogue Kitchens “Significant increases in factory

RH Page Shop Fitters International Shop Fitter seriously committed to lean manufacturing and Empower Software – 30 factory staff using Empower for 2 years (Auckland) Peppertree Furniture 1 “45.25 % increase in factory productivity - using Empower for 10 weeks” – 20 factory staff (Adelaide) Peppertree Furniture 2 “86% increase in factory productivity ¬ using Empower for 6 months” – 20 factory staff (Adelaide) Montage Kitchens “17% increase in factory productivity in year 1” – 20 man kitchen shop using Empower for 8 years (Hamilton)

productivity within 2 weeks of Empower Software implementation” – 9 factory staff (New Plymouth) Total Timba “25% factory productivity increase - and Empower Software worked from day 1” - 8 factory staff using Empower for 4 years (Auckland) PJT Cabinets “We used to use time sheets that our staff filled in their times on jobs at day end. Empower proved the time manual sheet times were highly inaccurate. We have made significant productivity gains in the factory and office on Empower and I highly recommend it” MARS Heavy Road Transport “Empower turned our factory productivity on its ear increasing it by an absolute minimum 30%, and turned my business around” - 35 man engineering shop using Empower for 3 years (Riverland, SA) Home Plus Southland “160% increase in factory productivity. 9 factory staff reduced down to 5 staff in year 1 – same output. Then 5 factory staff doing twice the turnover and work load that the 9 staff had been completing previously” - using Empower for 5 years (Invercargill)

16 Industry Leading Kitchen, Cabinet, Shop Fitting, Furniture, Window and Joinery Manufacturers throughout Australia and New Zealand talk about their productivity increases, KPIs, factory secrets and use of Empower Software – live on YouTube NOW. All are short videos a few minutes each. Factory productivity increases profiled on YouTube range from 17% to 160% - the average increase in factory productivity across 21 manufacturers is 47.5%.

Go to www.youtube.com now and search empower time tracking software.

Diary note to view YouTube again in 3 months time: an additional 16 leading manufacturers who use Empower Software will be on YouTube.

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News Funding to support Australian manufacturers now available THE best way to get Australian manufacturing moving is to invest in new technology to increase global competitiveness.

Many companies, however, might not have investigated how many of the federal, state and local government grants they are eligible for, that are designed to support the review, implementation, acquisition or innovation of new technology or energy efficient resources in their business.

The Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL) supports its members in their efforts to find and apply for relevant grants, including the Victorian Investing in Manufacturing Technology (IMT) grant or the Federal Clean Technology Innovation

and Investment Program, which are currently open to applications.

In Victoria, 19 local manufacturers have already shared $3.4 million to invest in new technology and equipment designed to boost productivity. According to the State Government, the projects supported under the first round of the IMT program represent almost $14 million worth of investment in new technology, processes and equipment.

The projects were expected to create at least 82 new jobs and transition 164 employees to higher value roles.

Applications for Round 3 are currently open and close 12 April 2013 for eligible manufacturers with a presence in Victoria to receive grants of up to $250,000. The IMT

initiative assists manufacturers to purchase and integrate new technologies that will 'improve productivity and competitiveness, strengthen capability and have a transformative impact on their business by encouraging wider and ongoing innovation' (information about the IMT grant).

Another grant worth investigating is the Federal Clean Technology Investment Program, announced in early 2012 by the Minister for Industry and Innovation, the Hon Greg Combet AM MP. The Clean Technology Investment Program is a central element of the Australian Government's Clean Energy Future plan. The program is an $800 million competitive, merit-based grants program

to support Australian manufacturers to maintain competitiveness in a carbon constrained economy. This program will provide grants for investments in energy efficient capital equipment and low emission technologies, processes and products.

Applications are open, and many companies have already decided to use the opportunity including Broens Industries, who will install a 300 kW solar PV generator on the roof of their facility at Ingleburn, NSW, and update their current lighting system to LED technology. The project is expected to reduce carbon emissions intensity of Broens Industries' Ingleburn facility by 34% and will result in savings of $62,000 in energy costs per year. ●

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LONG-established coatings manufacturer, Mirotone, has announced major changes to the board and senior management of the group, with former director, Ray Stallworthy appointed Chairman and Long-established coatings manufacturer, Mirotone, has announced a new board senior industry figure, line-up. Incoming Chairman, Ray Simon Taylor, taking Stallworthy (right) welcomes Simon Taylor as newly appointed General Manager in executive responsibility charge of Australian operations. as General Manager.

A private company founded by the Dennis Family in 1938, Mirotone Pty Ltd has been a leader in the development of hard and soft coatings for timber cabinets, floors and furniture, interior glass and printing applications.

The new board includes brothers Stewart and Ross Dennis along with Ray Stallworthy, who led the company through its most successful period of growth as chief executive in the 1990s.

“Mirotone has a great reputation around the world for high quality products and is recognised for leadership and product innovation,” Mr Stallworthy said.

“Our new General Manager, Simon Taylor, is a senior industry figure and we will benefit considerably from his vision and expertise,” he said.

Ray Stallworthy, who has considerable past experience at Mirotone, will focus on the International activities of the Group, allowing Simon Taylor to devote his attention to the Australian operations. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

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News Granite Transformations announces Ita Buttrose as brand ambassador LEADING kitchen makeover specialist Granite Transformations has appointed media icon, author and 2013 Australian of the Year, Ita Buttrose as its brand ambassador.

Ita Buttrose will be the face of Granite Transformations for the next 12 months. Her role will include appearing in advertising and marketing campaigns, contributing to public relations and media activity, and attending events. Ita Buttrose will also announce the company’s ‘one millionth benchtop’, a milestone that is anticipated to be celebrated later this year.

Granite Transformations is the only national network of kitchen makeover specialists in Australia with over 40 branches across the country. Itis the exclusive supplier of Trend Superior Surfaces, an engineered stone range combining the finest quality quartz, granite and recycled glass with a stateof-the-art polymer base, producing diamond-polished surfaces that are non-porous, heat, scratch, stain and impact resistant.

By virtue of its unique production process, Granite Transformations’ slabs are just 6.5mm thick, which means they can be installed directly over existing benchtops and splashback surfaces, saving time and money.

Ita Buttrose first partnered with Granite Transformations in 2003 and says she is delighted to support the Australian brand again in 2013.

“My kitchen was one of the first installed by Granite Transformations and, 10 years on, they are nearing their one millionth kitchen benchtop. I’m proud to be endorsing Granite Transformations, the largest kitchen renovation company in the world,” said Ita. ●

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Pytha user meetings in NSW and VIC THE focus of these sessions was improving productivity and processes.

In the current tough times for Australian Manufacturers the focus for many businesses is doing more with current resources.

As well as supplying CAD/CAM software Pytha has an extremely strong service arm of its business.

“The services we provide including process consulting, setout services, training and library building services,” explained Anne Charlton, Pytha’s Marketing Manager.

“With our highly qualified and experienced team our aim is to assist businesses to remove manual processes,

reduce errors and wastage and streamline processes.

“We work hand in hand with our clients to improve productivity and profitability.

“Our guest speaker, Jason Furness, aka the Manufacturing Mentor, took this one step further and provided some practical tips to improve business processes and stand apart from the competition by identifying and solving common industry problems.

“With some real life case studies he showed how simple changes can reduce lead times and increase return on investment.”

Attendees left armed with some great tips to take back to their businesses.●

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DYNAPRO SLIDE SYSTEM

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Dynapro: the undermount slide system Innovative movement solutions from Grass come with a rich tradition.

With Dynapro, Grass is now providing an undermount slide system whose functional properties and technical new developments will wow furniture manufacturers and consumers in equal measure.

With individuality the buzzword of our age, customised products play a very special role in almost all areas of our lives – and this also applies to our furniture. Items of furniture must not only fulfil visual demands – they must, above all, be convincing in terms of their intelligent functions.

Invisible but extremely effective An important prerequisite for this variability is fittings that allow furniture designers to freely express their creativity and which also offer the highest level of technical quality, particularly in view of the fact that the requirements of operational comfort, stability, silent operation and loadbearing performance are constantly rising.

Dynapro is the company’s response to all the currently identifiable trends within the furniture sector: from handle-free, high front panels, wide drawers and the demand for customisation in the design of drawers all the way through to the growing requirements of functional properties.

Synchronisation means silent operation Unlike standard undermount slide system systems, the Dynapro is the world’s only fitting to come with synchronisation. This mechanically synchronised movement for each rail guarantees the high-end comfort woth which customers will be familiar from the Grass pull-out systems.

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of up to 60 kg without any problem.

Abrasion-resistant plastic rollers ensure constantly smooth, even running.

Lightly pulling the drawer is enough How much force is required to open a drawer? This is how to identify technically sophisticated functional systems. And with its outstanding values, the Dynapro is also convincing in this respect. The extraction forces in the Dynapro are considerably lower than the market standard. When closing, the tried-and-tested Soft-close cushioning system offers gentle closing comfort and a pleasant operating experience.

3D-adjustment for perfect gaps in furniture With the Dynapro, the specialists at Grass have succeeded in creating a true innovation. Dynapro is the world’s first undermount slide system with integrated, three-dimensional adjustment. The entire drawer can be adjusted vertically and horizontally and its tilt can also be varied.

The 3D adjustment functionality that has been standard for double-walled pull-out systems, such as the Nova Pro and the DWD-Dynamic-XP, has now been transferred to a undermount slide system for the very first time. All adjustments are carried out without tools, are easy to execute and simple in their handling. In a nutshell: with a few simple actions, perfect gaps can be achieved in furniture.

But it is not only consumers who will profit from these superlative technical developments. The Dynapro also offers processors and industrial furniture manufacturers huge savings potentials.

Thanks to the undermount slide system with three-dimensional adjustment, they can now convert their manufacturing processes from four-sided to threesided drawers. A second front section, which had to be commonly assembled in parallel to the front panel, is no longer required. With the Dynapro, the alignment of the front panel can be carried out using 3D adjustment functionality. This makes the Dynapro a

highly efficient movement system for the future.

Special equipment for high-end comfort The fact that Dynapro actually does offer maximum functional variability is down to its compatibility with all Grass comfort systems. Soft-close, the hugely-successful cushioning system, gently and quietly closes Dynapro drawers. Equipped with Tipmatic Plus, the mechanical opening system, it is possible to install large, handle-free front panels that open simply by lightly tapping them.

And with the Sensomatic, the electromechanical opening system, Dynapro drawers open almost as if by magic. In conjunction with these extraordinary movement systems, Grass’ Dynapro guarantees the very highest level of operational comfort. ●

Dynapro – the powerful precision guide allows scope for new ideas. The first completely synchronised undermount slide system from Grass is setting new standards in terms of movement smoothness, load-bearing capacity and comfort features.

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Enhanced performance As a world-leading producer of decorative surfacing products, Wilsonart from HGV delivers a wide range of innovative laminate solutions.

Now the company is introducing Wilsonart HD, its first ever high definition surfacing. HD is more than just a new pattern, it’s a whole new kind of laminate where technology and nature have come together to

create amazing optical dimensions and clarity with wear resistance four times that of the industry standard.

Designed for those who desire more than just a standard wearing laminate, the AEON enhanced performance technology used provides greater strength and improved clarity and colour for a laminate surface that looks brilliant and lasts longer.

The new AEON enhanced performance process is not just a new coating or finish. It is a new way of making high pressure laminate that results in finer and more accurately layered aluminium oxide particles.

The result is a surface that is measurably clearer and stronger, that looks better when new and looks new longer with excellent wear resistance, as well as scratch, scuff and mark resistance.

Wilsonart Premium laminates and HD with AEON offer not only a higher level of appearance but also a higher level of performance.

AEON technology is available on a number of Wilsonart laminate premium finishes: 01 High Gloss, 07 Textured Gloss, 12 Soft Grain, 18 Linearity, 52 Quarry and 78 Fine Grain. Wilsonart HD high definition laminate optical finish effects include 35 Mirage, 45 Facet and 55 Glaze. ●

Wilsonart® Laminate AEON Enhanced Performance.

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Designed for those who want a measurably stronger, superior looking laminate, AEON Enhanced Performance technology delivers greater durability, clarity and colour, creating a laminate surface that looks brilliant and lasts longer.

Available in Wilsonart Laminate Premium.

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A focus on the future interzum 2013 is of special significance for Häfele and its worldwide partners.

The international hardware fittings specialist is celebrating its 90th year in business and its first year as a billion dollar company with the introduction of a new booth concept as well as a vast array of new products and innovative services.

Häfele will bring its commitment to engaging in customer partnerships to life under the them ‘Thinking ahead’ at its exhibit at the interzum fair.

It has long been a Häfele tradition to look beyond fittings and to focus on ideas and the final furnishings end-user benefits. The interzum exhibit will explore the entire range from hardware technology and

engineering services by Häfele, to real life application ideas and even a functionality living room.

‘Thinking Ahead’ also includes the careful recognition and observation of trends as well as the continually changing societal demands for more comfortable furniture with a higher degree of functionality. The booth will show how Hafele transformed insight to clever applications and creative solutions.

Häfele will also put the spotlight on its engineering expertise, on its own brand products and on its own focus on the discovery and consideration of global trends for furniture.

The product focus will be on innovations for flap doors, sliding and lighting. The new hinge-less flap fittings Free Flap of the Lift+Turn assortment are as important as light in furniture and furnishings from the Loox range and Slido sliding door innovations.

“Our interzum booth will be a display case of our international expertise and a source of ideas for everyone that designs, plans and builds furniture. We are anxiously awaiting feedback and look forward to many inspiring discussions with our partners from the furniture industry, the trade and the project sector”, said Managing Director Sibylle Thierer. ●

Top & left: Innovative: New Häfele fair presentation at interzum 2013.

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Clever storage solutions from Häfele

The true secret to creating a showstopping kitchen is finding exquisitely designed products that make the best available use of space.

Displaying all the hallmarks you can expect from Häfele, Clever Storage Solutions by Kesseböhmer offers a complete range of brilliantly organised kitchen storage that will be the envy of anyone yet to discover this outstanding functionality.

Be seduced by some of the world’s most innovative solutions perfectly engineered for today’s modern kitchen – this is storage as it should be – simple, stylish and effective.

From the elegant Convoy, to the luxurious Le Mans, no space is wasted.

Everything is in place. Everything is within reach.

The result of over 50 years of constant innovation, Clever Storage Solutions are easy to assemble and easy to adjust. Each design comes with non-slip surfaces, transparent shelving and an ultra smooth action that responds to the lightest touches.●

What you don’t see is what makes it special Convoy is a family of seriously stylish cabinets built on the principle that there’s a place for everything. The result is a bespoke, well-organised kitchen where everything is easy to find and retrieve.

At the centrepiece is the awardwinning Convoy Centro. Innovative in its appearance, Convoy Centro is designed to work alongside the fridge, giving enough room to store all dry and fresh groceries in one modern and captivating system.

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But it’s what you don’t see that makes it really special.

Convoy Centro does away with conventional frame structures, instead using a pioneering single-tube frame to position smooth floating trays that glide out effortlessly to reveal what’s inside. No more double buying of items, no more missed use-by dates, no more money wasted.

And with step-less height adjustment of the trays, it is easy to keep treats from prying hands.

For added versatility, the Convoy Lavido illustrates how flexible the entire Convoy family can be. Sharing the same intelligent details as the Centro unit, Convoy Lavido is compatible with any front panel, so it’s ideal for all kind of layouts – even behind sliding doors.

For a solution to fit those luxuriously wide cabinets, consider the Convoy Premium. The embodiment of engineered luxury, the product has the ability to operate silently and automatically. ●

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Design & Trends

Introducing Rhino Ply Premium

Decorative laminates from Nover Alta Forma is the new range of quality, contemporary high pressure decorative laminates from Nover – another example of Nover’s commitment to servicing the industry.

The Alta Forma range of realistic stone patterns and contemporary plains and abstracts has been developed in consultation with the Australian and NZ market. With over 70 on trend colours and finishes the new range features a fantastic mix of neutrals, greys, blacks, marbles, metals and more.

The new Nover Alta Forma range of postforming high pressure laminates is available in texture, Durogloss and marble finishes. They have been designed and manufactured in order to guarantee physical and chemical features that are equal to or greater than the international standards established for high pressure laminates by NEMA LD3.2005.

Benefits include their attractiveness, durability, affordability and day-today practicality. The laminate surface is nonporous, which inhibits the proliferation of fungi and bacteria and does not retain dirt.

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Rhino Ply Premium is the new addition to the long lasting and durable Rhino Ply range from Nover.

It is bonded with marine grade glue to give cabinets superior protection against moisture absorption or swelling caused by exposure to water or high humidity.

Rhino Ply Premium is a great decorative surface for kitchen carcases, laundries, bathrooms and panels or doors where you require a stronger more durable product than LPM. Both Rhino Ply and Rhino Ply Premium panels will keep kitchens and cabinetry looking great for years to come.

The bonded surface of Rhino Ply is made from sheets of high pressure laminate, which is hard wearing, water resistant, stain resistant and easy to clean. Cabinetry such as kitchen and vanity carcases made from Rhino Ply and Rhino Ply Premium are incredibly durable, rigid and strong.

Available in a F2S 0.8mm arctic white TX HPL with a premium surface finish, Rhino Ply Premium has a 17mm 11 ply construction.

Strength and durability Nover’s Rhino Ply and Rhino Ply Premium panels can be applied in high use areas such as kitchens, laundries, vanities and hotels. It’s also ideal for wardrobes, workshops and garage storage systems.

Water resistant and lab tested Nover’s Rhino Ply and Rhino Ply Premium panels have been rigorously tested. The products are tested by immersion in water for 24 hours. The products are also been immersed in boiling water for two hours. Each test has produced a commendable and outstanding result. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

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Benefits of Alta Forma laminates from Nover include their attractiveness, durability, affordability and day-to-day practicality. The Alta Forma laminate surface is non-porous, which inhibits the growth of fungi and makes it easy to clean and maintain. Alta Forma laminates can be used in a variety of applications, including; kitchen benchtops, bathroom vanity units, door and drawer fronts, shop fitting, office furniture and workstations.

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Design & Trends

Celebrating a century

The Formica brand celebrates 100 years of providing looks that work.

For Australian architects, designers and specifers, changing trends and technology dictate the materials used, and for 100 years the Formica brand has been providing design professionals with decorative surface solutions.

During 2013, the Formica brand is celebrating its 100th anniversary globally. To mark this milestone, a Formica Anniversary Collection of laminates, featuring 12 new patterns that reflect the brand and its history, are being launched globally, including the Australian market.

Formica Marketing Manager, Chris Knight said that since 1947 the Formica brand has managed to make a mark amongst Australian designers and specifiers and will continue to do so well into the future.

“The Formica brand has a lot of history and is a household name in most countries. The Anniversary Collection draws on the rich history associated with the brand and highlights the innovation of laminate products in today’s commercial world,” Knight said.

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The12 new decors are made up of four design groups – Ellipse, Endless, Dotscreen and Halftone – and have been exclusively created by Pentagram, the world’s largest independent design consultancy, for commercial interiors.

Elilipse and Endless celebrate how far Formica laminates have come and showcase the innovative printing technology used today. Unlike most patterns that repeat every 1.25m, the pattern repeat of Ellipse and Endless only occur every 500 – 700 sheets.

Dotscreen and Halftone pay homage to the Formica brand’s influence on introducing bright colours to interiors.

Fine dot motifs provide a second scale of interest within the bright colours.

“Formica Group has engaged influential furniture manufacturer Herman Miller to manufacture a series of special edition Eames tea tables as corporate gifts, showcasing the Anniversary Collection laminates in their full glory.

Architects, designers and specifiers worldwide will also be keen to utilise these unique designs in such an enduring product as laminate,” Knight said.

Formica Anniversary Collection • Ellipse uses the ‘hidden oval’ in the iconic Formica brand logo to create a series of layered strands that ripple across the surface.

Available in White Ellipse, Gray Ellipse and Red Ellipse.

• Endless creates a digital grain from bars that alternatively layer and punch through a coloured base. The result is a continuous tone-on-tone, architectural pattern that provides a visual interest at close range and, from a distance, provides a geometric texture.

Available in Endless Graytone, Endless Smoke and Endless Indigo.

• Dotscreen features luminous colours with extremely fine microdots in continuous ribbons. Available in Aqua Dotscreen, Mint Dotscreen and Tangelo Dotscreen.

• Halftone features ‘near-bright’ colours patterned with various sizes of toned dots, reminiscent of halftone printing screens. Available in Blueberry Halftone, Citrus Halftone and Tangelo Halftone. ●

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Hargreaves has the dream kitchen touch Choosing a new kitchen can be an emotional journey – will it be a sleek, modern look or classic provincial styling?

Homeowners are able to touch and see all the hardware and components that will go into their new kitchen or bathroom at the Yarrawonga showroom of Hargreaves Joinery. At the click of a mouse, a homeowner can see the plans, elevation and threedimensional view of their new kitchen on the showroom’s large screen TV. They can choose from luxurious polished stone benchtops and glass splashbacks right through to intricate Victorian heritage style joinery.

Hargreaves Joinery, formerly known as Nev’s Cabinets, has been a success story for

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Yarrawonga, growing from a backyard machinery shed to a factory employing 22 staff. As one of the largest and most respected joineries in the Murray Valley, the multi-award winning business is owned and operated by Nev and Catherine Hargreaves.

Over the next six months, capital expenditure of $250,000 will result in additional office and manufacturing space at the O’Brien Street factory.

“The diversification of the business has given us the opportunity to work further afield, not just in kitchens and bathrooms, but also commercial joinery and shop fitting,’’ Catherine said.

A 2010 Housing Industry Award for Kitchen Project of the Year has also given Hargreaves Joinery exposure

to high-end residential work.

Flat-pack kitchens and components for shop fitouts are manufactured at Yarrawonga for clients nationwide. Larger commercial projects have included the Riverina Juvenile Justice Centre, Charles Sturt University, Albury Base Hospital’s carers accommodation, Mulwala munitions factory, Corowa Shire offices, Shepparton’s Kensington Gardens and Mt Buller’s Arlberg Hotel.

It is a far cry from the beginnings of Nev’s Cabinets in the early 1990s when Nev cleared a space for his tools in an open fronted machinery shed on the family farm. By 1996, he had decided to turn part-time cabinet making into a full-time business, specialising in domestic kitchens, laundries and bathrooms.

Within a few years, Nev was employing up to five staff, had a built an office and store room in an adjacent grain shed and had enclosed the machinery shed.

As the business outgrew the farm’s available shedding, the decision was made to relocate. Nev’s Cabinets moved into an old Yarrawonga timber store, still boasting the original railway tracks for the timber carts.

“The floor had a 200mm fall from one end to the other so we were constantly building kitchens on blocks to keep them level,’’ Nev said.

A decade ago, the business moved to its present O’Brien Street site – a former engineering workshop and wool warehouse.

“We built the reception area and offices, and have recently

Nev and Catherine Hargreaves in their Hettich-endorsed showroom at Yarrawonga.

re-developed this space to incorporate a new fully interactive Hettich-endorsed showroom,’’ Nev said Catherine joined the business six years ago after working in sales and marketing in Melbourne’s building and architectural industry.

Apprentice training and the retention of skilled staff has been a key to the success of Hargreaves Joinery.

“We have a strong emphasis on work life balance and are implementing a program called Leading Teams to give individuals, from the

first year apprentice to the managing director, a voice in the business,’’ Nev said. “Staff don’t have to be box builders or cabinet makers all their lives – there are opportunities to expand their careers into sales and management. It is in our interest to develop those talents and encourage them into more senior roles.

“We are a growing company, employing locals and working closely with the high school on a work placement program. We don’t have a huge staff turnover – we want to build a great team and we strive to protect them.’ ●

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Expos

FMC China 2013 Furniture Manufacturing and Supply China will be held concurrently with FMC Premium 2013 and Furniture China 2013 from 11 to 14 September 2013, Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre.

The FMC China exhibition has now been running for 18 years. FMC moved to the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre in 2011, and the increased exhibition area and visitor numbers have made the fair into one of the most famous furniture manufacturing industry exhibitions in the world.

This year, FMC China 2013 will cover 71,000 m2 and is expected to attract 850 domestic and overseas exhibitors.

The China Furniture Association advocated in 2012 that: "To develop China from a major furniture manufacturing country to a great powerful country cannot be accomplished without talented furniture designers, sophisticated production equipment and raw material support”.

FMC China 2013, as a professional furniture manufacturing supply platform, is responding positively to the China

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Furniture Association, and has specially organised ‘The First Leading Brand Collection of the global furniture manufacturing industry’ in 2013 at the site of the China International Furniture Expo, in order to enhance the industry’s development.

The First Leading Brand Collection aims to promote the upgrade of the furniture industry to create maximum business value, and also to build the best public relations platform for furniture manufacturing enterprises.

Bringing together nearly 100 furniture manufacturing new products and new technologies, along with excellent high-tech support, FMC China 2013 will provide a solid foundation to allow China to become the foremost furniture manufacturing nation.

The First Leading Brand Collection will be held in Hall E5 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre and will occupy over 800 m2.

Exhibits will include:

furniture hardware and fittings, furniture panels and surface deco, furniture fabric and leather, upholstery furniture components and supplies, cabinet/wardrobe fittings, office furniture supplies and gas spring, furniture coatings, and adhesives and chemicals products.

The First Leading Brand Collection will also showcase 20 high-tech groups, more than 40 international leading technologies, more than 70 leading internal technologies, as well as a number of self-developed products. Exhibitors will also be considered for the "FMC China 2013 Outstanding Brand Award” by the organiser.

Meanwhile, The First Leading Brand Collection will bring visitors from SNIEC to the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Centre (SWEECC), which will display nearly 100 kinds of new products, as well as new technologies in woodworking machinery and the furniture

raw materials industry. Trade buyers will be able to take a free shuttle bus between the two exhibition sites and enjoy more chances to contact furniture manufacturing enterprises.

FMC B2B buyer sourcing event The FMC B2B buyer sourcing event is a special service for domestic and overseas buyers who have procurement requirements.

According to the information and requirements provided by trade buyers, the organiser will help to match suitable furniture manufacturing suppliers, and with the faceto-face onsite platform, both sides will have the chance to improve communication and thereby reach effective and sustainable business deals.

Since FMC has a huge and high-quality database, the organiser will hold one-toone sourcing meetings for big buyers, as well as large buyer sourcing events onsite to enable both trade buyers and suppliers to sign up for deals. ●

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Software

KD Max stamps its authority The user-friendly, ultrapowerful kitchen design tool KD Max is being taken up at an impressive rate by cabinet makers around Australia.

Since being launched on the local market in 2008 by Cabinets by Computer, KD Max has been embraced by cabinet makers keen to improve their operations.

In the past year, the popular software tool has experienced a 54% increase in sales.

The easy-to-use software is transforming the way that cabinet makers design and sell kitchens and bathrooms, with its ability to create photo-realistic 3D images of new rooms in minutes.

“KD Max is very intuitive and straightforward, and that’s why cabinet makers love it so much. Like never before, they can translate their clients’ visions for a room into a very realistic image – making it far

easier to quote on the job and close the sale,” said Gary Cannard, director of Cabinets by Computer.

KD Max has an extensive product library – including door styles, cabinet layouts, wall units, lighting, accessories and more – to enable users to create realistic designs faster.

To further expedite the design and construction process, KD Max converts the 3D pictures into

dimensioned plans or “shop drawings”, complete with elevations. These plans greatly reduce the margin for error in building the kitchen.

“In today’s very competitive market, cabinet makers cannot afford to be seen as sub-standard.

KD Max delivers the level of professionalism and accuracy needed to get ahead in the cabinetry game,” said Cannard.●

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30 minutes that changed the future Mal Hazell and John Davey from Domain Interiors recently decided to have a look at what Cabinet Vision had to offer and agreed to a 30 minute “discovery meeting” with Alan Gibson from waPlanit.

Mal’s opening comments were: “If you can convince me, you can convince anyone”.

Domain had been using three different software products to prepare CNC programs for their Tekcel flatbed. They were using AutoCAD for setting out, a cabinet processing package for entering standard carcases and a CNC package to generate the final code.

The process was time consuming, tedious and prone to error. Things like drilling draw fronts was simply not done because it was “too hard to setup”.

After discussing their requirements with Alan they decided to have a closer look, following which Mal immediately declared that he needed Cabinet Vision now.

He said: “I thought you were just blowing your own horn”.

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Seeing was believing Mal recognised that with Cabinet Vision he could reduce his setout time by a third. He also gained the advantage of having at his finger tips all the information he needed to order his materials, price the job accurately and present comprehensive manufacturing drawings for production.

An added bonus was the ability to produce stunning 3D views. All of these benefits would assist the production manager, Les Astbury, in improving factory throughput.

The decision Mal was tendering on some big jobs at the time and he knew that with Cabinet Vision, he could improve his bottom line significantly.

He did his sums and with the knowledge that Cabinet Vision’s linked parts technology would improve the throughput of his flatbed by up to 20%. He also decided to add Tekcel’s parts labeling option to improve throughput even further.

Mal ordered Cabinet Vision’s flagship offering Solid Ultimate + S2M. He ensured the success of the installation by investing in training courses conducted by waPlanit at the Balcatta training centre together with eight days of on-site installation and training in his factory.

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hitch. The original plan was to continue using the old program for the shaped work for a while until the Cabinet Vision skills were brought up to speed. This proved to be unnecessary because the latest version of Cabinet Vision has new CAD tools, which meant everything could be set out in the same program.

The results Domain is already successfully completing complex jobs through Cabinet Vision including curved receptions desks. The set out problems have been resolved and production throughput has improved.

The new Tekcel with the automatic labeling system has now been installed and is working beautifully through

Cabinet Vision. Naturally, all the drawer fronts are now being drilled (really easy with Cabinet Vision) and Domain has adopted Mortise and Tenon and Mortise & Tenon + Cam construction methods which will further reduce assembly times.

The future.

“Every day they use Cabinet Vision Domain realises further benefits – errors have been reduced and re-works are almost a thing of the past,” said Alan Gibson. “Everybody has embraced the system and is enthusiastic about providing feedback to help take it to the next level.

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Product Update

EGR extends capability

THE latest addition to the EGR Building Products Division capability is a world class, high speed, PUR (polyurethane) flat lamination facility.

The high performance reactive hot melt PUR bonding system is capable of bonding almost any flat sheet or film materials together.

The system delivers a premium ripple free finish that is highly heat resistant and completely waterproof.

The high volume lamination system is enclosed in a sophisticated high tech clean room environment, and can process sheet and roll materials up to 1300mm wide by 3600 long and substrates from 3mm to 60mm thick.

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New from Leda Machinery LEDA Machinery has introduced its LMA Rapid CNC flat bed router range to the Australian market with immediate success.

There are three standard working table sizes offered to suit locally available panels – 1300x2500mm, 1300x3700mm and 1900x3700mm and all models are equipped with a 9kw (12hp) Italian HSD router head with fully variable speed from 3,000 to 24,000rpm.

All the usual features of CNC routers are standard on LMA Rapid models, including: • linear style automatic tool change with eight or 12 tools;

• chuck system for tool change ISO30 with ER32 collets; • vacuum work table with 10hp, 250m³/hr vacuum pumps; • one pump on Model 1325 and two each on Models 1337 and 1937; • manually controlled vacuum zones on work tables – 4, 6 or 9; • ball screw driven Z-axis clearance of 200mm; • Japanese Yaskawa servodrive motors; • helical rack and pinion drives on X and Y axis; • high precision linear guide rails on X and Y axis; • electrical control panel on free standing pedestal;

A typical nesting process, machining a 1220mm x 2420mm sheet into a complete single door cupboard.

• retractable referencing pin system on table.

The most significant feature of these machines, however, is the inclusion of a 3d kitchen ProToolpath software package in the very competitive price.

This is a complete kitchen design, graphics, costings,

optimizing and CNC link software package, which is beneficial to any small cabinet maker on its own but much more so when coupled with the CNC router to gain the maximum advantage in production and profitability. ●

Universal freehand wood shaping blade TURBOPlane from Arbortech is a new universal freehand wood shaping blade that can be used in a number of ways to create different profiles and finishes.

This blade differs significantly from other Arbortech blades in that it is specifically designed to be laid flat with a rotary planing action. It has no cutting edge on the outer perimeter making it safer and easier to use.

Woodworkers have quickly found advantages to using the TURBOPlane such as a wide cutting edge per tooth that leaves a smooth finishing, requiring minimal sanding.

Mini TURBOPlane The success of the TURBOPlane has lead Arbortech to design, develop and further produce a smaller version of the original tool, namely the Mini TURBOPlane due for release in the Australian market within the next few months.

Arbortech is an Australian company engaged in the research, development and manufacture of innovative technologies and famous for its Woodcarver Blade, which allows the user to powerfully shape wood using free-hand techniques. ●

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Poor collet maintenance is one of the most common causes of inadequate tool life or tool breakage on CNC machining centres and overhead routers says Max Theobald, Leitz Technical Manager, Asia Pacific Region.

There are up to six links in the chain that make up this critical tool holding system and an old adage certainly applies: a chain is only as good as the weakest link. A router bit can only be as good as the clamping system that holds it. The small amount of time spent to regularly inspect and clean the collet system will be more than offset in improved quality of cut, better performance and less tool breakage.

The six critical components of the common collet chuck tool holding system are: 1. Internal collet clamping surfaces The most important link in the chain of the tool holding system is the inside of the collet. Resin migrates up through the slits in the collet and then deposits itself on the inside of the collet.

This resin build up, if not removed, causes the collet to grip inconsistently on the tool shank.

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Resin build-up on collet (burr on the inside) before and after cleaning

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By not applying equal pressure throughout the entire gripping range of the collet, the tool holder allows the tool to resonate, causing slippage inside the collet. Slippage can cause â&#x20AC;&#x153;frettingâ&#x20AC;?, a condition in which resins are deposited on the shank of the tool.

This resin build up can be easily removed with a common rust removal chemical and a brass tube type brush. Such brass brushes are non destructive and in conjunction with the chemical can efficiently remove build up pressurized air guns cannot.

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4. Clamping nut surfaces The inside taper of the nut should be clean and free of burrs on the surface. Any surface burrs or contamination will not only skew a collet but can also permanently ruin a new collet.

The clamping nut should be cleaned with a brass brush and/or high pressure air during every tool change.

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Manufacturing 31 which feature an integrated thrust bearing connected to the inside taper. This bearing serves to reduce friction wear between the collet and the clamping nut as the nut is tightened.

The bearing’s seating surface is the most critical feature and must be kept clean at all times. The bearings should also be kept in smooth operating condition. If there is rough movement, it is a good indication of contamination or abuse. Either instance is indicative of increased runout tolerances and poor operation.

Clamping nuts with integrated thrust bearing can be purchased separately in case they are faulty/damaged and need to be replaced.

6. Tool holders (collet chucks) Common tool holders such as SK30/ISO30/HSK-F63 have additional matching and mating tolerances beyond those of the older tapers (eg.

MK2). Because of their design these tool holding systems can be more prone to runout caused by resin build-up.

Fretting or Bronzing will cause inconsistent gripping in the taper andor the flat mating surface and reduce consistency of tool life. If ignored, this condition can eventually cause premature spindle failure. The mating surfaces should be cleaned regularly with rust removing agent and wiped dry immediately afterwards.

Collet replacement All of the components mentioned above are critical and should be regularly maintained.

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each tool change for any metal damage such as inside burrs. If visible damage is detected, the collet should be discarded and replaced.

Collets can also be damaged beyond useful limits without visible imperfections present. The most common cause of ‘invisible damage’ is metal fatigue. An easy way to check for metal fatigue is to insert a tool shank into the front of the collet and then into the back. If the grip in the back is tighter in one location then the collet has lost its ‘memory effect’ or is deformed from improper tightening.

The loss of gripping pressure is caused not only by repeated use but also by heat transfer from the cutting tool and spindle. Cyclical heating and cooling cycles remove the original tempering of the steel resulting in a corresponding loss of elasticity and uniform grip. The smaller the collet, the faster this change happens.

Over time a worn collet will require increased tightening pressures to maintain a tool in proper position. As the frequency of over tightening increases, the collets become distorted and create eccentricities in the tool holder.

Instead of over-tightening older collets and creating a number of problems, collets should be replaced every 400 to 600 hours of operational use. Old worn collets should be broken in half and discarded to prevent re-use in the future. Often the cost of a new collet can be offset by the cost of broken or underutilised tools in one shift alone.

Miscellaneous notes Proper positioning of the tool in the collet is of paramount importance for proper tool performance. The tool should only be gripped on the shank

portion of the tool. At no time should any part of the flute fadeout be inside the collet.

The collet should be snapped into the clamping nut before inserting the tool shank and tightening or a concentric grip will not be achieved.

By not attaching the collet to the nut before tightening, the tapered mating surfaces between the collet and the collet chuck can be damaged when tightening occurs and the collet is jammed into the seating surface.

When purchasing a straight bit to either groove or size, always buy the shortest bit you can use. This will reduce strain on the collet (shorter leverage!), and reduce potential runout and vibrations.

It will also cost you less to buy and re-sharpen, and it reduces the chance of tool breakage.

Shank size should always be as large as possible – never purchase a 16mm shank tool when you can clamp up to 25mm shank diameter The cost saving is minimal and not worth the risk. Large diameter shanks rarely break, except in extreme circumstances.

Larger shank diameter means larger grip surface so there is obviously less chance of slippage, and collet wear is much less. Also, always grip the full length of the shank.

Probably the most common cause of router bit failure is due to collet problems. If the tool is poorly clamped it can slip inside the collet, sometimes as little as a quarter turn. It is this sudden slip and re-start at router speeds that can easily break solid tungsten carbide tools.

Collet condition is critical to tool performance.

As the collet gets worn it tends to open slightly at the top and bottom, caused by the constant strain put on it by the tool. We call this ‘belling’.

A belled collet has very little surface contact, and runout and slippage will result.

To check for this look for lateral lines – black or shiny – on the shank of the router bit.

These are caused by slippage.

It may only mean that the collet is glazed from use. A piece of emery cloth on your finger tip, rubbed very lightly up and down the collet could solve this problem but if the problem persists, replace the collet.

The rule of thumb is a new collet every 600 to 800 hours of operation, or at least once a year on tools used regularly.

Never put a tool with a damaged shank in your router. It will run out, destroy your collet, likely damage your machine, and tool performance will be very poor.

Keep the tools clean, on the shank as well as the cutting surfaces but, if you use an oil based solution, make sure that the bearings are blown out dry before using the bit. Never use an oil based lubricant on your router bit bearings because it will pick up dust and eventually seize or burn. If a lubricant is needed, use one of the dry ones available.

Cleaning is particularly important if you are using insert tooling. When changing the knife, make sure the back support, clamping wedge, screws and screw holes are free of any particles or build up.

It is very important that everything seats smoothly and firmly. If you see signs of wear on the screws, replace them before they damage the tool. If loosening screws are a concern, use a light grip Loctite solution on the threads.

Use dust collection where possible, in hand or table routing. You would be amazed at just how much it will save you in tool life. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

Sustainable and groundbreaking Weinig will be in attendance at Ligna in Hannover to present itself as a leader of technology with expertise across the entire solid wood processing chain.

Hall 12 will feature 30 exhibits over 3,800 m2, including innovations and evolutions in four product segments.

The Holz-Her stand will underline the expertise of the Weinig Group in the processing of derived timber products; the Weinig innovations are characterised by resource management in terms of personnel, energy and timber raw material and the Blue Competence label epitomises Weinig's specialist know-how in the development of ecological and forward-looking production technology.

Profiling product segment Weinig's core expertise of planing and profiling puts the spotlight on modern processing technology, which can achieve significant savings, increase timber yield and open up new markets.

The Powermat series, exhibited with the 600, 1200, 2400 and 2500 models, offers an ideal platform in this area.

Windows product segment The new Conturex Compact model extends the renowned Conturex series

with a machine particularly tailored to the requirements of small workshop businesses. To cater for the wide variety of products, the Conturex Compact has a similarly high degree of flexibility to the series in the upper performance segment, which have also been optimized in terms of flexibility and performance.

Highest productivity with unique automation

Pre-cutting and optimising product segment Weinig will be exhibiting the world's first fully-automated pre-cutting system in OptiLink, the Weinig software solution for 2D optimisation.

The line includes a CombiScan 200 R scanner for ripsawing and cutting, a ProfiRip 450 Speed optimising circular saw and an OptiCut 450 FJ+ III highspeed optimising cross-cut saw with ST 10-1500 automatic stacker.

Finger jointing and finishing product segment The new ProfiJoint 8 allows timber with up to eight connections to be centrally milled and pressed per minute. The finger jointing line will be on display at the Alfeld plant near Hannover, which has additional finger jointing lines on display in the Ultra, ProfiJoint and Turbo-S with dividing saw.â&#x2014;?

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Specialising in large volumes Just-in-time production lowers costs all around. Yet how can the apparent contradiction between industrial and individual production be overcome?

Schelling will provide an answer to this at Ligna with cut-to-size saws and plants further developed for both volume production and handicraft. In particular, batch size one, saw-storage combinations and cutting optimisations directly address the needs of the various user groups concerned with cutting boards made of wooden materials to size.

Flexible cutting plant for batch size one production In recent years, Schelling has dedicated considerable resources to the issue of batch size-1 cutting.

The cutting module works fully automatically with a variable connection to feeding systems or automatic board storage systems.

To expand output, several modules can be linked together and thus already provide outputs of over 20

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pieces per minute in single board cutting operation.

In rotary operation, the cutting material is fully automatically fed through the saw multiple times, thus allowing the best possible material utilisation by means of the third, fouth and fifth cutting planes, which used to only be possible with expensive milling technology.

The cutting pattern is also completely flexible.

The new batch size one cutting plant is rounded off with optimal finished part and remnant handling controlled via Schelling's own software.

Saw-storage combination Saw-storage combinations offer numerous advantages and are the cornerstone of just-in-time production.

Schelling's own area storage system makes the integration of machine and storage system significantly more efficient.

The continuous technology provides an absolutely smooth interaction between saw data, storage system and commissioning â&#x20AC;&#x201C; without additional data interfaces.

Parts and remnants can be labelled automatically prior to cutting. Large remnants are sent back to the area storage system while small remnants are stored separately via the XBoB remnant storage system, which is fully integrated into the control technology.

Handiwork: mitre-box saw and area storage system For demanding handiwork, Schelling provides a live demonstration of the s45 cut-to-size saw with mitre cut in combination with an area storage system. The Schelling s45 revolutionises cutting work processes wherever mitre cuts are required. Mitres of up to 46 degrees can be set with a continuously variable control. Boards can now be effortlessly mitred by only one worker in one process step. This means up to three times lower cutting costs per running metre.

Software: user-friendlier and faster Three new releases of Scellingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own programs will be presented. The HPO 4.0 cutting pattern optimisation

boasts new features, a dialogue operator guidance and a new terminal server solution. The last of these provides advantages in reducing data volume and data management.

The XBoB 4.0 remnant management program helps to provide reliable intermediate storage for remnants, to reuse them in the cutting pattern and to locate them lightning fast in the remnant storage system. Automatic labelling, integration into the cutting pattern optimisation, simple handling and numerous features are a matter of course.

You can manage the Schelling area storage system with the new version of StorageManager 2.0. This control software uses a new efficient storage logic for storing, commissioning and allocating boards.

3-D simulation prior to purchase Schelling will round off its appearance at Ligna with new production plant developments in sorting, stacking and robot technology. â&#x2014;? www.suppliermagazine.com.au

Left: The heart of the storage system, characterised by high productivity and optimal use of space. Bargstedt helps with the automatic storage and out feed of board to machines, as well as the generation of information for the production team to closely monitor stock levels.

Right: As part of the permanent environmental commitment, the dust compactor has made the company even greener. It collects saw dust and compresses it into cylinders, which are sent to the sugar mills for use as fuel. Besides a reduction of 30% in waste volume, this has also brought other benefits such us energy saving and low noise.

How to keep afloat during a crisis: Lessons from an Australian entrepreneur Furniture Concepts has found in technology one of its best tools to keep viable in a constantly changing business environment.

A long time ago, when people talked about cabinet makers, everyone had the idea of a man working for days in a small room with a hammer and nails, sanding pieces of wood to build a dining table. There is nothing further from the truth as nowadays most of the cabinet makers work in a different environment.

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to play a more important role: to think,” Franz Braun, Managing Director at Furniture Concepts, said.

Furniture Concepts is a furniture manufacturer with almost 30 years of experience in the market.

When the company started, it had three employees, one phone and a simple communication system.

Today, Furniture Concepts runs its administrative processes by MYOB; controls purchasing and stock counting by Seredex; uses specialised design softwares in the production area and has some of the latest manufacturing machines on the factory floor. For the company, technology is definitely a key driver in the current market.

But to optimise time frames and resources is not the only objective of the investment that Furniture Concepts has made in technology – it is also a matter of resilience, especially when it is about getting over crises.

“In 2011, along with other many entrepreneurs in the area, the factory was badly hit by the floods. When you have no resources and you really need to take advantage of every piece of board, to know how much of every material you have left in stock, how many resources you can count on, you realise that technology is not a luxury – it is a vital part of your recovery and resilience processes,” said Franz.

From a bigger perspective, what Furniture Concepts is doing is the tip of the iceberg of a technological revolution for thousands of companies around the world.

In 2011, the Economist Intelligence Unit on behalf of IBM did a survey to study the key trends driving global business resilience and risk.

The study included responses from 391 senior executives around the globe. The survey covered nearly all industries, including financial services (16%), IT and technology (16%), professional services (13%), manufacturing (8%) and healthcare (7%).

One of the main conclusions of the investigation is that the role of IT is also expanding in other areas of enterprise risk.

“More than three-quarters of survey respondents say that the IT function is expected to make major contributions toward building a more resilient organisation and a majority says it is involved in most decisions that entail business risk.”* “Within that context, technology has deeply transformed our enterprise and revolutionised the rules of our business. We have faced changes during almost 30 years. Our company has gone from three employees to around 50 and we have survived the floods in Queensland. When I look back, I can say with confidence that, next to our tirelessly hardworking team, it has been technology that is a key factor to keep moving forward,” Franz concluded.

Furniture Concepts Queensland (FCQ) is a Brisbane owned and operated company that has supplied commercial furniture, workstations, custom joinery and FF&E storage and seating for three decades, always with the idea of bringing more productivity into every space.

FCQ offers expertise, products and services to produce the right furniture solutions for any size fit out. It has supported recognised institutions in the education, commercial, medical and hospitality fields, offering its clients quality, design and innovation they can rely on. * Key trends driving global business resilience and risk - Findings from the 2011 IBM Global Business Resilience and Risk Study, Page 13.

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Australian companies take it to China Compak Furniture is an Australian manufacturer specialising in developing, designing, producing, and marketing modern furniture.

Managing Director of Compak Furniture, John Stibbard explained some of the history of his company.

“Compak Furniture had its beginnings in Newcastle, NSW, where we manufactured custom furniture for domestic and commercial clients. Business was good, but our goal was to get in to large scale production for retail outlets.

“From the beginning we knew that, in order to achieve this, we had to offer world class service and products and this meant tooling ourselves up with equipment that would be up to the challenge.

“We knew that computerised machinery was the only way that we were going to be able to achieve our goals, so we looked to CNC routing machinery for all of our flat panel work,” said Mr Stibbard. “To us, reliability and support of the machinery we bought were going to be paramount in our decision-making process, so we did extensive research on the CNC routing machines that were available at the 36 | SupplierMarch/Apr 2013

Managing Director of Compak Furniture China, John Stibbard, and Matt Krainz of Multicam Systems discuss the installation of the machines.

time. In the end the decision was pretty easy and we chose a Multicam CNC router.”

When asked what made the decision easy for him, Mr Stibbard replied: “First and foremost, Multicam machines are purchased directly from the manufacturer, not through a dealer network. This means that support comes straight from the source by people that have a vested interest in providing top level equipment and backup.

“Also, the Multicam routers have a proven track record for reliability; are of superior construction and provide ease of use and safety features that aren’t available on other machines. A good example of this is the fully enclosed tool changer where operators are protected from

moving parts and sharp tooling.”

In 2001 Compak Furniture moved it’s production facilities to China but kept the head office in Sydney.

The move was made for economic as well as logistical reasons and was seen as crucial in order for the company to better service a growing international market. Unusual for this kind of relocation, they took their most important machines with them.

“The Multicam routers had proven to be invaluable to our business and were too important an asset to leave behind. The reliability of the machines and the technical support we received from Multicam added to our confidence.”

The decision has proven to be very wise, so much so

that a further two Multicam routers were purchased and shipped to the factories in China.

“We looked at other CNC routers in China but didn’t believe they were anywhere near the same calibre as the Multicam router, a view that we still hold,” added Mr Stibbard.

“As an Australian based company we are proud to support other Australian companies in taking on the world. The Multicam routers have been key to our success and the technical support guys at Multicam have been able to assist us directly on the factory floor when we have needed them. The fact that the machines are in China has not proven to be an issue as far as back-up is concerned,” concluded Mr Stibbard. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

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Seeing the wood from the sawdust Regardless of which part of the woodworking industry you are in, it would not be an understatement to say that a clean workplace is not just a safe workplace, but one that is absolutely essential to both product quality and uninterrupted productivity.

The bottom line when it comes to a clean workplace is also enhanced by less product rejects or recalls as well as less chance of expensive Work Cover and/or legal issues arising if your ducting is working at its optimum levels.

On that point, ducting specialist Eximo's philosophy is simple – to provide Australian industries with a range of ducted waste disposal solutions that are second to none.

According to Eximo’s managing director Roger Marriott, research and testing is key to ensuring that Australia’s woodworking industry has access to the best ducting technology anywhere in the world.

“There are a number of reasons why a wood manufacturer’s machinery may need upgrading, reconfiguring or even relocating,” said Roger, “therefore, the waste disposal system you install must be designed accordingly”.

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to the US Department of Labor: “Wood dust becomes a potential health problem when wood particles from processes such as sanding and cutting become airborne.

Breathing these particles may cause allergic respiratory symptoms, mucosal and nonallergic respiratory symptoms, and cancer.”

“For this reason we are continually researching, developing and testing new products to ensure that, as manufacturing technique advance, we have the ducted disposal system to meet any specific woodworking requirements,” said Roger.

More than one way to cut a tree There are of course a number of ducting technologies available to wood workers nationwide. According to Roger, the two that are the most widely used are flexible ducting and non-flexible or modular ducting.

Flexible dusting is mainly made from various grades and weights of PVC, polyurethane or rubber – the

Top: Dust extraction systems are essential in wood manufacturing where the raw timber is broken down and worked to produce a finished product ready for sale.

Bottom: Using proven German technology, Eximo’s Flex range of ducting has proven its worth in a number of wood related manufacturing environments including kitchen making and woodturning.

higher the grade and weight, the tougher the flexible ducting.

Then of course there is the modular ducting, such as Eximo’s now famous SpeedLock range.

In fact, thanks to its versatility, SpeedLock Modular Steel Ducting can be used for everything from wood and metal shavings, to agricultural and milling waste, food waste from confectionary production, paper waste, liquid waste and welding flux removal.

And, since SpeedLock Modular Steel Ducting is manufactured using only smooth bore technology, it greatly minimises the risk of wood waste settlement and system clogging.

Moreover, for applications where some clogging is unavoidable, the system’s easy access makes cleaning and maintenance literally a breeze.

Let’s get flexible Using proven German technology, Eximo’s Flex range of ducting has proven its worth in a number of wood-related manufacturing environments including kitchen making and woodturning.

This, of course, is of little surprise since Eximo flexible ducting is chemical resistance

and offers flame retardation.

It is also ducting that offers high flexibility, excellent axial compressibility and is resistant to aggressive and abrasive fumes and dust.

However it is not just these qualities that a woodworker needs to look for when ordering their ducting. In terms of flexible ducting, there are several key qualities it should possess including: • guaranteed draft-free air distribution for any duct size; • precise and even air distribution; • impregnated with antimould and anti-fungicide compounds; • lightweight; • quick and easy installation; • noise suppressing and absorbing; • high-grade filtering; • low transportation and installation costs; • hygienic; • easy-care; • low cost installation.

Roger Marriot also said: “Apart from staying well within the myriad of worker safety laws and other health parameters, any ducting, flexible or modular needs to be able to be future-proofed.

“After all,” he notes, “you never can tell what is around the corner in terms of customers or finished goods”. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

The ABCs of ducting Dust extraction systems are essential in wood manufacturing where the raw timber is broken down and worked to produce a finished product ready for sale.

Following is one example of the proper function of a dust extraction system within a woodworking application, for example in the manufacture of furniture, frames and trusses or kitchens.

A typical basic wood dust extraction system requires several key components: 1. Hoods These are placed close to the work face to capture dust and chips from cutting wheels and are usually made from steel and flexible polymers of various diameters to convey the waste material away into storage bins.

The capture velocity of air passing across the face of each hood must be of sufficient strength to ensure the dust and waste produced is well and truly caught up in the air stream at the entrance of each hood and not allowed to escape to contaminate the air in the workplace, causing distress, potential lung disease to operators of process machinery and, of course, contamination of the finished product.

2. Extraction fans These are designed to overcome any resistance to airflow that may be inherent in a dust extraction system.

3. Dust collectors These are designed to separate out the air used to capture and convey the waste material. The dust collector must not allow any of the dust and waste to escape into the atmosphere. Waste material captured can be stored in a bin or hopper under the dust collector ready for proper disposal.

Two types of dust collector are most commonly used. One is the shaker type for smaller applications and the other is a reverse pulse type for larger production plants.

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some very common do’s and don’ts that must be adhered to if a satisfactory outcome is to be achieved.

A). The air required at each hood must be of sufficient volume and velocity to capture the waste product produced during manufacture, for example where there are cutting wheels operating at high speeds (revolutions).

B). The conveying velocity (speed) required to convey waste material through the ductwork must he high enough to ensure that the material does not fall out of the airstream onto the floor of the ducting, causing blockages in the system and bringing production to a halt. In continuous shift plants, this is extremely important.

C). The fan that is selected must produce the adequate air volume for every hood sized to overcome resistance to airflow inherent in any dust extraction system; this is also a very important factor.

The actual type of dust collector used is vital to a successful outcome. It must include fabric filters, which are sometimes called ‘filter socks’ and are usually cylindrical in shape. The filter material used must be capable of filtering the air released to the atmosphere down to a point where it complies with all relevant regulations.

Most importantly, the cleaning device on the dust collector must ensure that any pressure drop across the filter media does not to rise to the point where the airflow in the system is reduced below the design-specified minimum.

The right cleaning system for the collector must be chosen to maintain the correct pressure drop across the filter material while production continues.

If pressure is allowed to rise beyond the design maximum the whole system will fail in its intent to remove dust and contaminants from the work environment.

In other words, the correct selection of dust collector for the job is of critical importance, both to the worker and to the company.

The watchword is innovation Biesse will be launching numerous technological innovations at Ligna 2013, both in terms of new products and software, with the aim of providing 360° customer satisfaction.

The investments made

by Biesse in recent years to renew and extend the product ranges will allow the company to appear with solutions that are increasingly aimed at meeting customers needs, guaranteeing the high standards of quality, finish and design typical of machines that are Made in Biesse.

“We are proud to return to LIGNA with important news – comments Cesare Tinti, Director of the Wood Division – proof that even in difficult times Biesse is still investing in research and development, showing a strong capacity for innovation in both machines and software.

“We respond to the needs of our customers not only by offering new technology but also by putting onto the market a unique software capable of simplifying the management of numerically controlled machines to the greatest possible extent – an ambitious project that we have been developing for years and will be proud to present at this trade fair.”

In Hannover the new software, developed entirely by Biesse, will be at centre stage. An intuitive and innovative solution that, thanks to its extreme simplicity of use, will allow

customers to simulate the operation to be carried out by the machine with great precision, guaranteeing simplified process management, improved performance and reduced machining times.

It will also be possible to see in operation solutions for solid wood machines, especially for doors and windows with new, highly automated and extremely versatile products – revolutionary machines in terms of the technology, ease of use and productivity.

A large area will be given over to edgebanding machines with a range of flexible solutions for the craftsmen needs to the automatic production lines required by the large industries.

On the stand will be showing our fully operational working centres, created to provide highly competitive performance levels in various types of application – technology solutions for boring and cutting and the presentation of a finishing centre capable of carrying out all kinds of operations for sanding requirement.

Those who attend the demonstrations of machines at the trade fair will be able to see the features typical of Biesse technology such as high levels of flexibility, ease of use and high productivity – distinctive elements that are today considered essential by those who work with wood and wood derivatives.● SupplierMarch/Apr 2013 | 39

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Bells Joinery: a regional success Bells Joinery would be the envy of many a large capital city enterprise. By Phil Ashley, Teaching Centre Manager, Furnishing Programs, Holmesglen TAFE, Victoria.

Bells Joinery is located in the rural city of Benalla in North Central Victoria, the boyhood home of Sir Edward "Weary" Dunlop. There are two other joiners in the city but, when I drove past at 11 AM on a weekday, they were both closed.

Roger and James Bell have an extensive property with several large sheds containing the factory and storage facilities. Bellsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; showroom is the only one in town and their impressive workshop would be the envy of many a large capital city enterprise.

Bells Joinery has been around for decades. Almost seven in fact. Lee Kidman (Kidman Furniture, Victoria) once told me that it was a really good family business that could survive into the third generation. Kidman Furniture was sold off a few years ago in the third generation and while Lee had an excellent business and an outstanding reputation, imports and the high costs of a city location no doubt weighed heavily on the business. Bells Joinery, however, has entered the third generation with Roger's son James taking on a leading role and showing no signs of slowing down.

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some 68 years ago in Euroa and moved to Benalla after 54 years. As Euroa grew, the neighbour's tolerance for a dusty joinery shop waned and the company moved North to new opportunities. They had many existing customers in Benalla with a larger market.

The new premises were much larger and offered Roger the chance to really gear up his business, both in terms of sales and equipment.

The move brought technology to Northern Victoria and changed what was available for the customer.

The company does mainly local work (if you can call Northern Victoria local) but will often handle a city job if the price is right. Roger said: "We do what people want and they keep coming back."

Their motto is "If it's Bells made, it's well made."

Roger Bell is now a sprightly 63 year old who was thrust into the business at the tender age of 19 when his father, Keith Stanley Bell passed away at the age of 49. Roger said it was a huge learning curve and things were pretty tough. He made mistakes back then, especially underquoting jobs and it took time to understand all the costs in the manufacturing process.

Another problem was that all his employees were older than he. I had that problem myself when I took over the moulding mill at Ringwood Timber at about the same age as Roger. I didn't have an entire business to run, but the human resource issue can be a problem if you're still a teenager. Back then, Roger found himself competing with companies in the Euroa area who were older and smarter than he was.

A trip to Europe in 1989 helped him to refine his manufacturing and business practices. As Roger put it "I got smarter and more comfortable with the business."

Times haven't dimmed Roger's enthusiasm for getting the work done and he often comes in seven days a week to make sure the work gets out on time. That's the one thing you need to do in a country town where everyone knows everyone else â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bad news travels quickly.

These days it's Roger's son James who's taken on most of the responsibility and, as Roger's partner for the last five years, manages the day to day running of the business.

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the machines more effectively.

In fact, the company now uses half the employees they used to.

James said: "It's the machinery that does the work and we have come to rely on the CNC technology to get the job done".

James feels strongly that to be successful, you need to have full control over every aspect of the manufacturing process. You need to be a "Jack of all trades” – relying on other people puts the company at risk.

Roger loves to travel but most of his overseas trips revolve around the business.

He likes to see what everyone else is doing and considers Europe to be the place where it's all happening. Roger's first trip was organised by then industry stalwart Con Lemke and he nearly didn't make the list. Con could only take 40 and Roger was number 43. A couple pulled out and at number 41, Con agreed Roger could join the group booking.

As Roger recalls the 1989 trip: "I went away as a boy and came back a man" – such was the impact of the tour.

Since then, Roger has made no less than 15 business (self education) trips. In fact, the day after I interviewed Roger in Benalla, he was off again with the Weinig company tour. It would be fair to say that Roger has experienced almost everything that the world has to offer and then some.

Of course, Bells Joinery faces the same issues every other company does – one of which is staff absenteeism.

To overcome this, James has made it his business to learn how to use every machine in the workshop.

And the list of equipment is pretty impressive – one

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Biesse Rover B with pod and rail table; one Biesse Rover C9 with nesting table; one Selco beam saw; one Brandt optimat KD46 edge banding machine and a second (larger) Brandt edgebander with Ligmatech return table; one Weining Unimat 23E moulder and Rondamat 960 profile grinding machine; one Heesemann MFA6 wide belt sander; one Altendorf F45 Elmo panel saw and a SCM tenon machine to round out the list of modern equipment.

In addition to this already impressive list of equipment, Roger has built up quite a collection of traditional woodworking tools that in some cases dates back 30 years or more – a Sagar chain and chisel morticer is paired with a single end tenoner of the same brand; two overhead routers (one SCM and one Wadkin) sit side-by-side; an old but solid Barker sander, massive double end tenoner and plenty of basic woodworking machines round out the inventory.

There is a little dust on some of the machines indicating they have not been used in a while, but they are there when needed and it's fair to say that Roger and James have the expertise and equipment to make absolutely anything the customer wants.

As a rural business, Bells Joinery has to adapt to every manufacturing possibility.

Since the move to Benalla its output and attention to quality has improved tenfold. Bells currently manufactures panels and mouldings as well as doors and windows including double-hung. The company is very comfortable with all kinds of detail joinery including curved work. Bells makes its own cutters so no piece of moulding cannot be matched

or reproduced.

Kitchens are a major part of the business and the business has the best Italian and German machinery to ensure the very best tolerances can be achieved. Roger and James are also keen to explore the new-generation in automatic window and door production such as the Weinig Unicontrol.

Roger's opinion on training is similar to the one I expressed in my last article. Roger feels that the apprenticeships are too short and the on-line and on-site training is not well supported. He feels that his apprentice would be better off communicating with other students from other companies in a trade school environment.

Roger strongly supports the old system – in fact, he is very keen to explore the possibility of getting a German student over from Europe to add a little more to the business.

When I think about Roger Bell, I think of a man totally committed to his business and his family. His "me-time" is often spent travelling and, more often than not, travelling for the business. He maintains great relationships with many notable industry personalities.

The names roll off Roger's tongue like he's reading a book. He's slowed down just a little, perhaps due to a quadruple bypass some time ago, but still gets his hands "dirty" most days of the week.

One of his biggest kicks is when he talks to his customers that Bells Joinery get through word-of-mouth.

As a regional business, the personal touch works and the proof is that Roger and James have lost only three quotes in the last three years! At two quotes a day, it's a pretty impressive strike rate for a pretty impressive business. ●

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Reality check Seriously consider the points below, which should be tabled at your next management meeting.

The information you gather could positively transform both your business and your role in that business.

Are your key people sure of the benefits to your company of recommending and investing in time tracking and production software?

Consider the following: • managers are too busy, have too many other daily priorities – so never find the time to consider new developments; • individual managers are unsure who should consider or propose the software to the boss; • managers not thinking like a business owner; • managers not wanting any change – “everything is OK’; • managers sometimes intimidated by the perceived risk of learning a new tool and implementing it; • managers not wanting a system that accurately reports their individual performance to the boss; • not wanting a system that reports and shows up how poorly the factory has been operating to date; • managers not wanting the stress and worry of driving the factory to weekly production and productivity that is 20% to 50% higher than current levels (thinking this will just increase the number of clients on thephone screaming for their orders); • not understanding some basic key financial figures of a manufacturing business such as: o $70 to $90 is the average overhead cost per staff member per hour (this is the cost of one lost hour per staff member); o in a standard 38 hour working week, staff can only work on jobs and be charged out for some 23.5 hours; o a 10% increase in productivity = an estimated 30% increase in annual profit; o a 20% increase in productivity = an estimated 60% increase in annual profit; o downtime per staff member per week can approximate six hours of a 38 hour week; o stolen time by staff, at day start, both sides of smoko, both sides of lunch and at day end, approximates half an hour a day = 2.5 hours per staff member per week (ie. unless you have PCs on the floor to time track staff live); • the “non believers” – those who have no direct experience with time tracking and production software, yet do not believe reported increases in factory production and annual profit are possible; • 25 business owners and production managers are on www.youtube.com stating they have used time tracking software for up to 11 years and have made substantial gains from it.

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Measure once, cut once – with ease An Aussie cabinetmaker has come up with a nifty tool that makes scribing a breeze.

This new Scribing Tool by Thingamejig Precision Tools allows tradesmen to safely and singlehandedly scribe with a high level of accuracy and control on almost any material.

With more than 22 years of industry experience, Pete Chamberlain was sick of traditional time-

consuming methods that often compromised good occupational health and safety practices.

“As any tradesman will tell you it’s important to measure twice and cut once; but even then you’re up against problems caused by blunt pencils, pens not showing up on certain surfaces, and chipping paint and laminate when it comes time to trim,” Pete said.

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“Most apprentices spend years perfecting their scribing technique. I knew there had to be a better way to scribe that would also help get a cleaner and more accurate finish.

“After years of design and product testing I launched the scribing tool in the Australian market, and the feedback I’ve received from people across all trades and levels of experience has been fantastic,” he said.

Thingamejig’s Scribing Tool is made from anodized aluminium meaning it will remain rust-free and last for years to come.

It features tungsten carbide blades so it can be used on a variety of surfaces of any colour including timber, paint, laminate, plastic, stone and metals.

Each blade has three scribing points, so a sharp tip is just a ‘turn’ away, and an item can be retraced easily if required.

The clever ergonomic design of Thingamejig’s Scribing Tool means it fits snugly in the palm of the hand, giving better control and allowing for a safer way of working.

The measuring ruler has been laser cut to allow you to accurately set the depth or height of your scribe line, and is available in either metric or imperial.

“I really put a lot of thought into the things that

are important to me in my trade and ensured they were applied in the development of Thingamejig’s Scribing Tool,” Pete said.

“Inaccurate and inferior scribing is a universal problem across all trades. Whether you’re a finish carpenter, cabinetmaker, stonemason or even just a home handyman who takes pride in his work, you will find the Thingamejig saves you time and effort and gives an accurate finish every time,” he said.

In the last 12 months Thingamejig has: • been awarded best small exhibitor at the Sydney Metal and Wood Show March 2013; • moved from being an online sales only company to now being available through over 100 retail outlets across the globe, including Home Depot in Canada; • increased its product range by over 900%; • received a 4.75 out of 5 star rating for its Scribing Tool by an independent tool review company in the US. “Based on the number of scribing tools we sold in Australia and New Zealand last year, around 10% of cabinet makers started using the scribing tool, which is a pretty good market share in such a small period,” said Pete. ● www.suppliermagazine.com.au

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