Supplier Magazine Feb/Mar 2022 by Elite Publishing Co Pty Ltd

FEB/MAR 2022

DESIGN + MATERIALS + TECHNOLOGY

Contents

Issue #213 | Volume 38 No 1

Editor’s Note

Company Profile 10

Welcome to the February / March 2022 issue of Supplier Magazine. Inside this issue you will find our annual feature on CNC Machinery where we investigate how as the world comes to terms with the digital or information age, CNC equipment is playing an even greater role in manufacturing. Every major manufacturer has made significant investments in CNC equipment to futureproof their business and remain competitive. Philip Ashley explains how for many manufacturers, CNC machines have changed their business entirely.

Airtight Solutions

Software 13

New cloud-based software

Discovering Stone 14

Service – The greatest manufacturing asset you will have

Feature 18

CNC Machinery

Our Company Profile this month is on Airtight Solutions, a leading supplier of air pollution control systems and filtration solutions. We talk to Stig Brixen, the General Manager about how Airtight is setting the standard for clean and healthy working environments across a variety of industries.

Talking Business 35

Manufacturing after COVID: More questions than answers

Manufacturing 40

Robotics and Warehousing

Safety

Please feel free to contact me directly regarding any industry news, company events, training and or product information at – michelle.cammiade@ elitepublishing.com.au

Safeguarding workers from silicosis

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News

The future of decorative building surfaces looks even brighter Only positives and growth to come out of the acquisition of Wilsonart Australia by HVG in the Australian and New Zealand markets. Rapidly growing family-owned national distribution business HVG has acquired the business of long-term supplier Wilsonart Australia from AICA Kogyo Co Ltd. Wilsonart Australia manufactures low-pressure melamine (LPM) panels, and cabinet doors. It is located on the Hume Highway at Somerton in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. HVG CEO Bruce Rayment said, “We are excited by the growth potential of the business and the opportunities that this vertical integration opens up for us. Wilsonart/AICA have been a partner since 2012, and we look forward to working together, maximising sales of their brands in the Australian and New Zealand markets into the future.”

“All of the existing staff are being retained and there are opportunities for them to grow in the wider HVG business. For our existing customers, and those that have been dealing directly with Wilsonart Australia, we look forward to continuing to serve them with an expanding product range in the years ahead.” Current Wilsonart Australia CEO Andrew Janka said, “We could not have found a better business to take over Wilsonart Australia than our long-term Australian partner HVG. They have demonstrated a long-term commitment to the brand in Australia, and they are the right people to drive the business forward into the future.” Post completion of the deal, existing direct customers of Wilsonart Australia will be serviced by an expanded HVG Building Pty Ltd sales team. The existing Wilsonart specification team in New South Wales and

Victoria will also become part of the HVG Building sales team. The manufacturing operation at Somerton will be rebranded as HVG Manufacturing Pty Ltd under the leadership of existing HVG State Manager – Victoria, Peter Gaw. New Zealand distributor of Wilsonart Laminate, Acero Ltd, will continue as per current arrangements. Furthermore, Mr Rayment adds “The acquisition of Wilsonart Australia is a clear and positive next step in the growth of the Wilsonart Brands and the wider HVG business. This move will ensure stability in supply, improved quality and lead times and a better focused range offer in the products that are manufactured in Australia. It will also ensure that the LPM manufactured by HVG Manufacturing in the future will be from a fully Australian Owned company.” HVG plans for the Wilsonart Australia business to remain on its current site for the long-term future, despite the recent 4,200m2 extension of HVG’s distribution centre at Derrimut in Melbourne’s western suburbs. Customers will continue to be able to order the Wilsonart Australia range from HVG offices and distribution centres in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.

Above: (L-R) HVG's Peter Gaw, Mark Thomson and Bruce Rayment with Andrew Janka

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HÄFELE LIFESTYLE APPLIANCES.

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Product Update

The next generation of Concelo bins launches in 2022 The Concelo range by Hideaway Bins is recognised as one of the best hidden storage solutions on the market and was chosen by an international panel as winner of the prestigious Red Dot Award. This award is granted in honour of innovation and pushing the boundaries of design, which is one of the core values at Hideaway. True to their values they have continued to explore what's possible and are proud to be extending their range as well as making continued advancements to what was already an award-winning bin range. The long awaited Concelo for a 350mm wide cabinet is available now for both the kitchen and laundry. 2022 sees the most significant expansion of the Concelo bin range since its original launch in 2018. Four new models with colour options have been added, all fitting into the popular 350mm cabinet space. 350mm wide Concelo is now available in the waste bin range as a 2 x 13 litre bucket, 2 x 16 litre or 1 x 35 litre. What is great is the 2 x 13 litre model has been designed so two units can be installed in a standard carcass height providing a four-bin recycling solution. The 2 x 16 litre model allows designers the option of either a 2/3 to 1/3 or 60/40 split in drawers to match design preference.

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350mm wide Concelo is also available in the laundry range as a 1 x 35 litre hamper, making it ideal for apartment living or small laundries. New design changes to the full Concelo bin range With the large expansion of the range above, Hideaway have introduced the following subtle but significant improvements to the Concelo platform. These all centre around the body design and have come about from working closely with their customers. Two kinds of installation methodology 1 - Standard side mounting The Concelo range will now use the System 32 compatible drilling pattern to mount to the sides of the cabinet using 8 high strength Euro screws. All installs will be based on standard cabinet widths using 16mm board. 2 – True Top Mounting Over the years Hideaway Bins have had one clear point of difference and this was the ability to mount the bin systems to the top plate of a cabinet. This feature allows Hideaway Bins to be installed in cabinets in a variety of situations. Concelo waste bins can be mounted to the top plate of cabinets using the new CRBTM Brackets. These can be purchased as an optional kit should this mounting flexibility

be required. They are made from 5mm thick steel, and they slot into the body of the bin unit and are bolted securely in place to provide impressive strength and rigidity.

Ideal for retro fit situations where Concelo can be fitted into over width cabinets, without the need for custom side packers. This also allows mounting under fixed shelves, which can suit installations under a sink, under a drawer or when two Concelo units are stacked on top of each other in a cabinet. Concelo can also be installed in unusual situations where side mounting is only possible on one side. As a business they will continue to push the boundaries of design to ensure they always provide their customers with a product they can place their trust in. If you haven’t tried Concelo yet, please get in touch with the team or their distribution network to find out more. Concelo is available from Nover, Häfele and Galvin Hardware or visit hideawaybins.com. au/concelo ❚

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NEW SIZES TO FIT 350mm CABINETS New sizes: • 1 x 35 litre bucket • 1 x 35 litre hamper • 2 x 13 litre buckets • 2 x 16 litre buckets What’s great is the 2 x 13 litre model has been designed so two units can be installed in a standard carcass height providing a four-bin recycling solution. The 2 x 16 litre model allows designers the option of either a 2/3 to 1/3 or 60/40 split in drawers to match design preference. Bucket models are available in Arctic White or Cinder, hamper model is available in Arctic White. Available now from Nover, Häfele and Galvin Hardware.

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Product Update

Next generation compressed air management systems Since inception, master controllers have played an important role in increasing the efficiency of compressed air stations. The latest generation of these intelligent control systems represents a further evolution. Adaptable and easy to operate, they can monitor and control an entire compressed air system, whilst producing data that can be utilised for numerous purposes. The result? Reduced energy costs, increased convenience, enhanced operational security and additional functionality - such as predictive maintenance and life-cycle management. The drive towards efficiency, reliability and – most importantly – energy savings and sustainable usage of resources, increasingly compels developers and users to optimise existing compressed air solutions ever further. Modern air stations are comprehensive systems, including compressors, cooling systems, dryers and

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filters. Even the individual components have auxiliary systems, such as ventilation or cooling-water systems. Moreover, stations are often incorporated into heat recovery processes in order to achieve optimal use of the available energy. The range and number of individual components that make up a complete compressed air system can therefore be considerable. Complex systems such as these require an organising hand to guide them, which is where master controllers such as the Sigma Air Manager 4.0 come into play. By monitoring the individual components and optimally coordinating the interaction between them, these controllers transform the individual ‘players’ into a truly cohesive team that operates reliably and efficiently. The use of management systems such as these have already yielded a high degree of

optimisation. For instance, master control systems have for some time been capable of coordinating multiple compressors with different internal controllers, thereby ensuring that they supply the required set working pressure with maximum energy efficiency. Better communication between components Yet there were still certain aspects where improvement was possible. For example, potential remained for the development and refinement of communications between components and controllers. Some compressors are equipped only with floating contacts, which merely signal the basic status of the compressor (running / not running), rather than integrated controllers capable of detecting and communicating more detailed information about the compressor.

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environmental conditions (temperature, pressure) are consistent with requirements. Where heat recovery systems are used, all associated parameters are also integrated into the management system. Integration of older systems Older systems can also be integrated with modern compressed air management systems. Monitoring is more difficult if the available compressor system is not appropriately equipped from a technical point of view, however it is still possible.

Furthermore, within the wide range of different bus systems available on the market, many are not compatible with one another or can only be made compatible with difficulty. This makes it hard to communicate all the necessary information regarding the system’s status. Contemporary Ethernet-based bus systems enable more straightforward integration and communication of large data volumes. Systems equipped with modern internal controllers therefore already rely on Ethernet technology in order to communicate with other networked systems. Latest generation of management systems The very latest controllers are true management systems which act like master controllers yet are capable of much more. They gather information regarding the connected components, measurement points via Ethernet and are able to transfer a limitless amount of such data to a centralised control system for evaluation.

maximum operational reliability and efficiency, the compressors and treatment components are switched on and off as needed, or operate at partial load, so that compressed air volumes and quality always remain in step with actual demand. Keeping an eye on system parameters Management systems additionally monitor all other relevant system parameters, such as the temperature and pressures in the compressor and compressed air treatment system, as well as ambient conditions. This means the control system can also check whether the compressor cooling is performing as required and whether

Compressed air management systems such as the Sigma Air Manager 4.0 optimise the compressed air supply and require no additional software to provide valuable costmonitoring information. Such management systems not only control the compressors in accordance with compressed air demand, but also monitor the compressed air system, as well as any associated auxiliary systems, for optimum efficiency. They also offer enhanced data evaluation options, coupled with predictive maintenance, remote monitoring and life-cycle cost management, which in turn delivers improved reliability. And, with more detailed information regarding the system available, this leads to significantly reduced operating costs. For more information visit au.kaeser.com ❚

The various methods used to gather information means that the data can be used in a range of ways, with the ultimate aim of optimising the compressed air system. For example, whilst also ensuring

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Company Profile

Forging the path to safe, clean workspaces In the age of environmental engagement, effective air pollution (dust) control is a concern to every woodworking and cabinet manufacturer seeking a clean and healthy working environment. In a challenging Covid environment one company has stood out among its peers and experienced strong growth. So, what is making the difference for Airtight Solutions? There is an understanding by business owners that they must provide a clean and safe work environment for their staff. More recently, many materials that were previously just assumed to be a nuisance, or treated as a nuisance, are actually carcinogenic and have real health implications for staff. A dusty work environment is no longer acceptable, and the industry has made huge advances in recent years to protect its workers and present a responsible image to its customers. Additionally, with current staff shortages, there is an understanding

Above: Rod Parlett and the NSW warehouse lads

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Above: Airtight Reverse Airflow Dust Collector that workers in the manufacturing industry will gravitate towards a clean and healthy work environment. The rise of the informed employee, the concerning business owner, and a verified strong economical business case is really making a difference in shaping the demand for better, safer work environments.

Do it once, do it right with Airtight Good quality, fit-for-purpose dust collection is an essential investment for any woodworking or cabinetmaking business and its important to get it the right first time. The correct system is one that is customised and if it’s done properly, the investment will be returned in a very short time.

Airtight Solutions is one of the largest specialist air pollution control companies operating in Australia and New Zealand and have been at the forefront of this key industrial transformation. A clean work environment is an expectation of business owners and workers, and Airtight prides itself on setting the industry standard for critical dust and fume extraction.

Airtight’s Marketing Manager, Kent Paisley explained Airtight’s promise, “Our company motto, Do It Once, Do It Right, really hits the nail on the head. I looked at updating our tagline during our recent rebranding, but it really does perfectly summarise how our customers and industry partners view us. They trust us to provide a great solution, that does an excellent job, at a reasonable cost, the first time”.

Airtight’s Site Supervisor, Rod Parlett said, “I have been in this industry for more than 25 years, and there’s no doubt, Airtight is highly regarded in the industry…It’s a well-known fact that we provide the best filter solutions on the market”.

No project is too big or too small. Airtight Solutions have access to all the facilities and expertise of the group’s associated engineering companies to provide an effective solution for any specific control 12 project requirements.

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Delivering clean work environments through effective, reliable solutions that: Production seeks for optimal performance, Resellers recommend to their clients, Workers request for their work environments; and Business Owners enjoy for outstanding value and long-term returns.

SETTING THE INDUSTRY STANDARD SINCE 2002

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DUST + FUME EXTRACTION

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Growing with their customers To serve their customers better, Airtight Solutions have restructured the business into four divisions. Dust and Fume Control, Aftercare Servicing, Engineered Solutions, and Waste Reduction/Waste-2-Energy.

Above: Dust Collector with outdoor kit From their head office in Sydney, Airtight Solutions supports warehouses in Sydney; Melbourne; Brisbane; Auckland and Christchurch. Their national Aftercare Servicing network provides service, preventive maintenance and spare parts for their products and most other brands. Airtight ships resources from any warehouse in the country with impressive response times.

Kent Paisley said “Our core business will, of course, always be dust and fume control. However, to meet the growing needs of our customers and leverage some exciting emerging technologies, we are confident these four divisions will position our resources perfectly to serve our customers and partners in the years to come”. Stig added, “We have invested in better IT and focussed on streamlining internal processes to be able to deliver a better client outcome. This is a process of continual improvements, and we are very committed to the development and excited about where it is taking us”.

How our industry has grown through the pandemic Over the last two years, Covid 19 left everyone in the industry exposed, and many ‘low cost’ importers were laid bare. This resulted in a renewed interest in Australian-made products and led to Airtight investing in their in-house manufacturing capabilities to become a proud, certified ‘product of Australia’ manufacturer. Airtight’s Stig Brixen said, “Supply chains were disrupted, and we really needed to recalibrate and realign ourselves with the new reality. It was a really good process for us, and we came out with a clear picture of our strengths, and importantly, our weaknesses. We recalibrated our business and focus and within 6 months we found ourselves in a further position of strength, even compared to pre-covid. I am confident Airtight is in a better position than ever to handle the huge demand we expect over the coming years”.

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division, offering complete preventative maintenance plans, audits and rapid onsite troubleshooting services for all makes and models of dust and fume extraction systems. Our 24/7 remote monitoring system is an excellent cost saver for larger automated plants and those not in metro locations.”

Above: Zente Kitchens Care you can trust “When your dust collector stops, your factory stops”. Rod says, “While initially focused on servicing our own equipment, we quietly built a reputation for achieving very low downtime. We found ourselves increasingly called on to service other brands and types of equipment. To do this properly we established the Airtight Aftercare Service

Above: Airtight Heat Plant Silo Helping reduce waste disposal costs In addition, Airtight Solutions has a range of waste reduction technology available to minimise the volume of industrial waste and significantly cut the costs of disposal. Manufacturers are taking advantage of Airtight’s Waste-2-Energy technology, which turns waste into usable heat and power, yielding significant cost savings for the client, and helping the environment. All Airtight Solutions installations are designed by an expert engineering team along with the technical experience of internationally recognised suppliers. The Airtight difference The Airtight difference ensures highperformance solutions can be delivered quickly and cost-effectively. As Airtight is not tied to one particular brand of air pollution control equipment, their solutions are designed solely to their customers’ requirements. Airtight Solutions has grown from strength to strength in the last 20 years to be a trusted and reliable partner to all businesses; here for the long term and proudly playing their part in building healthy work environments. For more information on Airtight’s range of services, please visit www.airtight.com.au ❚

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Software Software for Interior Design and Production

Reach new heights with CAD+T’s new cloud-based software International CAD/CAM and ERP software specialist, CAD+T has launched its first 100% cloud-based ERP software solution, ERP Cloud. The process management software offers manufacturers of any size a simple and effective way to plan, control and manage its resources effectively. An extension of CAD+T’s cloud-based configurator software - which acts as an interface between you, your customers, and your production process - ERP Cloud gives you control over your company’s daily operating processes from any given location. The software is 100% cloud-based, furthermore the high-end option ‘Enterprise’ is available as installation on-premise as well. This means the user can benefit from a central license and data management system that provides a live connection to your supplier’s data, including up-to-the-minute price updates and availability. Plus, with automatic data back-up, the newly launched software allows you to work efficiently from any location with an internet connection and work in real-time with different departments within your business. Depending on the level of assistance required, three software options are available: Technical, Professional and Enterprise. Each offer varying degrees of automation and can be combined with other modules to create a tailor-made software solution.

Complete software solutions for interior design and manufacturing We offer

From the transfer of parts list from a CAD program and order management system, to price and cost calculations, customisable reports and mobile time recordings, each function has been designed to ensure furniture manufacturers operate effectively and generate maximum yield.

+ Specialised for bespoke furniture + CNC connection in less than a week + Cloud Solutions & Online-Shops

Martina Schwarz, Managing Director of CAD+T says, “ERP Cloud is the ultimate service solution. The customisable cloud-based management software offers exceptional levels of flexibility and intelligence to help you effectively manage the running of your business. In the wake of COVID, having the ability to work remotely, continues to benefit businesses’ hugely and offers huge scope for the furniture production industry. For those yet to make the leap to cloud-based software, it is important to stress that there is very little disturbance when upgrading your software with us. Our team run internal usage checks that highlight any existing performance issues before we integrate our software. This allows us to solve any hardware issues before work gets underway, limiting downtime. This hands on approach allows us to take care of the everything for you. As long as you have an internet connection on your chosen device, our cloud-based software does the rest.” For more information, please visit www.cadt-solutions.com ❚

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Service - The greatest manufacturing asset you will have

ost people think of manufacturing as a sector that is all about machinery, money, and making more with less. While all three elements will always be important to the industry, Innovync will tell you that none of it works if quality after-sales service is not part of the equation. Putting the act of providing value at the core of their business, the young machinery supply firm has made it their mission to elevate Australian manufacturing. Aside from providing value-based machinery sales, their services include machine customisation and retrofitting, regular preventative maintenance, timely installations and callouts; plus access to a full suite of spare parts and stock CNCs available on-shore. Recently, operator training has been added to the list in order to cut down on learning curve time, helping to speed up production. All of this has come from looking at what manufacturers need, then providing effective solutions. Partnering with innovative suppliers such as Italy’s CMS has helped Innovync to carry out these goals - but ultimately, it’s the mindset that makes the difference.

“We’ve got a very tight-knit team and a very personal way of connecting with the customer. Automatically, they say that is different from connecting to the status quo. If I’m speaking specifically to the customer about service, and you can call the head of the company and get an answer from a guy who’s got a technical background - and that’s a very personal relationship between machine and user - then that’s setting up a completely different interaction that manufacturers appreciate,” says Craig

Haidley, Innovync’s long standing Stone and Glass expert. Last year during the Christmas rush, Managing Director Pierre Sullivan personally diagnosed an issue with a customer’s machine online, picked up the part from HQ’s extensive inventory and fitted the replacement part on a Sunday morning, spurred on by the customer’s need for production to continue. Within less than 24 hours, the client in question had his machine up and running, thanks to dedicated support and the stock of spare parts kept onshore. In response to global supply chain disruptions, stock machines are also being housed in Innovync’s Sydney HQ. Delivered directly from European suppliers, the most in-demand models arrive with excellent lead times and often sell out before they reach the showroom. Models currently available include the CMS Brembana Kosmos. Easyline, Smartline, and Speed 24 for Stone

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also plenty of accessories available to boost workflow even further. If customers want to achieve even greater productivity, they can request customisation - one of Innovync’s specialties. “We are currently working on some big projects that are purely customised to meet customer needs.” says Pierre Sullivan, Managing Director.

or Glass; plus several others available for immediate installation. This prudent step has enabled Innovync’s customer base to access highly automated machinery that makes them less reliant on labour - a major advantage in the current market.

The technology itself provides a competitive advantage for production. Geared towards large-scale manufacturing, solutions for Stone, Glass, Light Alloys and Advanced Materials and Plastics offer exceptional speed, precision, and efficiency. There are In the past, projects have included retrofitting automatic systems to existing silos and changing the configuration of CNCs to suit customers’ requirements. Stock models have also been altered to specific dimensions, and recently, the design of a complete Stone production line has been carried out. New requests are constantly coming in, sparked by shifts in global supply and demand; plus the need to work faster than ever before. Innovync’s team members never shirk from the challenge - which shows through in their glowing customer testimonies. Always giving each customer their due attention, every service detail, down to preventative maintenance is emphasised. The approach is refreshing, earning them a loyal following that continues to grow through word of mouth. Ask those who have grown with Innovync, and you will quickly understand the value of partnering with problem-solvers who thrive on providing exceptional after-sales service. www.innovync.com.au ❚

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Discovering Stone

The finest architects are getting back to nature Cote D'Azur adds contrast Cote D’Azur Marble is a bold statement in contrast. With a stark grey veining, this natural masterpiece provides a unique design unparalleled by common marbles. The bright white backdrop pays homage to the timeless designs of white, Italian marble. With a contemporary twist, Cote D’Azur portrays a strong focal point within any interior.

Designed by GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens Renovations, this kitchen and bathroom combination effortlessly ties together minimalism design and stark contrast. With the greyscale backdrop, this design allows Cote D'Azur's prominent veining and natural beauty to shine. Timber tones and wonderful whites Neolith Calacatta is the contemporary twist on a timeless classic, exclusively available at CDK Stone.

With subtle hints of gold in its elegant veining, Neolith Calacatta adds vitality to any design with a bright white background. Creating a gentle aura, Neolith Calacatta reflects the natural light throughout this entire space.

Effortlessly combining warm timber tones with a monochromatic base, this breathtaking kitchen design features Neolith Calacatta on the both kitchen benchtops. Offering a modern alternative to the famous Calacatta Marble, Neolith Calacatta portrays a softer, flowing veining. Designed by Kassis Kitchens, this lavish design incorporates a backbench, a large main benchtop and a dining area. Alongside this, the design is highlighted by natural light and harmonised by the timber feature above the kitchen.

Above: Neolith Calacatta. Photography by Emily Bartlett Photography. Featuring a double waterfall edge, the main benchtop is an entertainer's dream. Being scratch, stain and heat resistant, Neolith's characteristics are ideal for the most demanding kitchens. This breath-taking design highlights the extensive design possibilities of Neolith.

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The Competitive Advantage

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Article by Philip Ashley CNC machines started to appear in Australia in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. However, it wasn’t until the first AWISA fair at the Yennora wool stores west of Sydney that the new technologies started to have a major impact on the industry. Early CNC machines were expensive when compared to traditional machinery in use at the time, and often difficult to learn or even understand. Claims of a machine replacing eight skilled workers fell on deaf ears as manufacturers clung to traditional production methods. It was a big thing to alter the way you worked, while at the same time holding on to your precious customers. In July 1988 the first ever AWISA fair was held at the Yennora wool stores. Vicky Cammiade and Maureen Horne, publishers of this magazine all those years ago, won the tender to organise the fair and coined the show theme “bringing technology to the trade”. Looking back at the last thirty-odd years, this statement appears somewhat visionary, and heralded the flow of technology into this country. One wonders if many people really knew what the impact of technology would be way back then, and that Australia would become per capita one of the largest users of CNC equipment in the World.

Above: (From top) CNC-made products; Traditional CNC router (circa 1984); German CNC assembly line

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Early Days Some of the brand names are longforgotten and at the risk of boring you, here are some early machine brands we remember. Anderson, Andi, Alberti, Bacci, Biesse, Busellato (Casadei), Conquest, CMS, Cosmec, Esseteam, Heian, Homag, HolzHer, IMA, Jonsdorf, Maka, Masterwood,

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Morbidelli, Onsrud, Reichenbacher, Rye, SCM, Shoda, Shinx, Scheer, Thermwood, Vitap, Weeke, Wadkin, Zangheri & Boschetti. Later, Weinig entered the CNC machining sector, along with Felder Format-4, Tecnica, KDT and more recently, Wood Tech Group’s NCG/P/B brand. There have also been plenty of excellent low-cost alternatives from Thatcher, Leda, and many others. Since 1952 when the first CNC machine was displayed, the technology has become one of the most important assets a furniture manufacturer can have. Today, no one can argue the benefits of Nested Based Manufacturing to the kitchen and bathroom industries, or the ability to economically produce small batch sizes for the solid timber furniture manufacturer. CNC equipment is essential in harvesting the power of computer aided design and manufacturing. By The Numbers In the mid-1980’s a few companies were already deeply committed to producing CNC machines. Biesse, one of the forerunners thanks to the efforts of the guy’s at Allwood Machinery, had their Rover 16 out in time for AWISA 1988 for $80,000 including one routing spindle. They followed this with the Rover 13, 18, 23, 36, 49, 321, the popular 322 and 36, the 335, 316, 336, 325, 342, and the monster 464 machines, all with rails and pods for single-panel machining. Morbidelli also had a huge range, as did Weeke, SCM and several others. We had better stop printing numbers right here because they’re all just numbers, right? Not really, each new machine or model had something new to offer, and not just another table size. Back then the numbers represented drilling spindles mostly. The ultimate pod and rail CNC machine was shown at AWISA 2000 by Morbidelli. The ‘Planet’ had two independent work heads, plus a centrally-mounted edge banding

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unit. It cost a million dollars! And then, something happened. Machines were being offered with a choice of basic (pod and rail) and flat tables. Weeke (now Homag) and HolzHer, both German companies, called theirs a ‘matrix’ table, describing a flat table that could be sectioned off to hold either small parts or whole sheets. Nested Based Manufacturing The result was that nesting became popular very quickly and soon dominated our market, reflecting the huge number of kitchen manufacturers, estimated to be well over 90% of the ‘furniture’ industry. The decline of the solid wood furniture manufacturing industry in Australia meant that traditional, heavy CNC routers were fast becoming obsolete. Companies like Chiswell and Parker would soon be out of the market, leaving very few companies needing traditional pod machines. Another factor was the introduction of software that made programming a machine relatively easy. The ability to process designs from CAD programs was also a factor. And then, in the early 1990’s, a revolution hit with the introduction of what most call the flatbed router. Mostly made here in Australia in Queensland, NSW, South

Australia and West Australia, these machines were low-cost, easy to program, easy to set up and use. Early machines had the tool inserted manually, but very soon they were made available with modest tool changers, sectioned tables and later, automatic sheet loading and unloading. Over the years a number of players have emerged including ART, Andi, Flexicam, Genesis, Impact, JKR, Multicam, Proform, Procam, Tekcel, Toughcut, Woodtron, Woodplus, and a few odd ones thrown into the mix, but not all have survived. New Technologies Around 2010 Bre.Ma. (Now Biesse Group) brought out a vertical CNC machine, saving an enormous amount of floor-space. Biesse followed that up with their Skipper vertical CNC and HolzHer countered with a machine they called Evolution. Other supplies have these machines, including Homag and Casadei. Around the same time the Homag Group presented the BAZ machine with onboard edge banding of panels. A standalone CNC edge banding machine called BAK was also sold for a while. You can still get a machine like this from Vector Systems in New Zealand, who have a few installations here in Australia.

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Tooling for CNC machines is one way a manufacturer can increase production output. The Global Woodworking CNC Tools Market Size was USD449 million in 2020 and it is projected to reach USD556 million by 2027. These are tools specifically for CNC woodworking machines. With CNC machinery designed to go faster than ever before, tooling designed with improved chip loads and long service life are not just a sound investment, but mandatory to get the most out of a high-performing CNC machine.

The definition of high performance has been blurred with the advent of improved highspeed cutting. Two companies have recently started to make some noise with exciting developments in actual processing (cutting) speeds. HOLZ-HER’s EPICON series offers the ideal basis to “Ensure perfect precision and flawlessly machined workpieces while simultaneously allowing extremely high acceleration and cutting rates.” High-speed machining is the goal of every manufacturer and “HOLZ-HER delivers with their high precision direct servo-drive, wear-free

couplings and covered, precision linear guides.” The Rover B FT HD nesting machine is available through Biesse Group and production trials here in Australia have showed a significant increase the number of sheets processed per shift. Biesse Group has worked to deliver the benefits of higher speeds, acceleration/deceleration, and angular speeds to their customers by “Rethinking the nesting process from the ground up.” It’s called Biesse High Dynamics.

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Biesse High Dynamics

n the nesting of cabinet parts, speed is everything. The more panels you produce per shift, the more profit you make. The challenge is to increase productivity whilst maintaining your reputable quality standard. It’s a challenge Biesse has solved with their new High Dynamics technology, available now from Biesse Group Australia. The new Rover B FT HD nesting machine is now available through the Biesse Group and will significantly increase the number of sheets processed per shift. Biesse Group has worked to deliver the benefits of higher speeds, acceleration/deceleration, and angular speeds (in one word, Dynamics) to their customers by re-thinking the nesting process from the ground up. Every aspect of the machine has been considered with the goal of increasing the actual processing speed while strongly maintaining quality and safety. The result is a product Biesse Group claims is the fastest and most productive nesting machine available.

High cutting speeds place huge demands on every aspect of the machine so Biesse Group started with the chassis, or frame of the machine. To hold even the smallest parts on the edge of the sheet, the vacuum table has been completely re-designed. All vacuum design has been improved to guarantee a smooth, uninterrupted flow of air, exactly like a good dust extraction system. Tests indicate a 30% to 70% better holding of even the smallest parts! Stability is another important factor that affects the possible cutting speed round

the entire panel, as well as the quality of your production. To guarantee the highest confidence, Biesse widened the stance of the gantry frame. The rack and pinion, still the best technology for dusty environments, is fitted with bigger and deeper teeth. And Biesse have located the linear guides closer to the rack for higher performance under load. As a one-operator cell the CNC machine can be enclosed in a cabinet and in this case the machine hood can be removed, reducing weight, saving wear and tear, and offering improved visibility and safety for the operator.

To achieve faster acceleration and deceleration and high lineal and cornering speeds, the key factors include chassis design, weight, vacuum, and power. Biesse Group have considered the entire process in a new and creative way to achieve a cutting solution where every second of movement has been considered to produce a CNC nesting result that saves an enormous amount of time. Biesse has achieved highest and actual linear cutting speeds of 50 metres a minute, high angular interpolations (cornering) movement; and a positioning speed over 170 metres a minute are now possible with Biesse HD.

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To power the High Dynamic cutting solution, Biesse increased the power in the axis drive motors by three times and added a more rigid reduction gearbox. A fast, 12-position tool-change travels with the processing head, further eliminating downtime. An optional 33-position tool change can be mounted at the rear of the machine. The automatically lubricated 42-bit vertical drilling head is now water-cooled, an additional low-cost advantage for continuous production. And finally, at the cutting station, the new design dust hood with shorter bristles and hightech anti-ejection fabric, is now set to the millimetre for near-perfect dust removal on any thickness sheet and tool length. Biesse HD is not just a machine, it’s a philosophy, a new way of thinking that directly benefits the customer. It’s fast, dynamic, unique, unlike anything you have seen before. Equipped with the optional twin configuration of two routing spindles and two drilling units, even greater savings can be achieved. The savings are everywhere The performance of the new Rover B FT HD nesting machine is measured in milliseconds, but it’s as a manufacturing cell with automated infeed and outfeed where the machine really shines. The cell’s infeed; CNC machine; and outfeed, and every aspect of work has been optimised for continuous, high-speed processing. After the first sheet has been labelled, the rest of the day’s production continues without a break, ensuring your equipment delivers the maximum return on your investment. First, the label printer moves with the applicator and after the first sheet, the cell production is continuous. The sheet is aligned with a single stroke on the machine table, saving fifteen seconds per sheet compared to other brands and adding up to twenty minutes of production within the same shift! Finished parts are moved onto

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the outfeed while the next sheet is loaded at the same time. The very next level is when the cell is integrated to an automatic storage solution like the Winstore and with offloading and sorting of finished components by robot. It’s a symphony of motion that never stops.

Biesse HD is not just a machine, it’s a philosophy, a new way of thinking that directly benefits the customer. It’s fast, dynamic, unique, unlike anything you have seen before. With high cutting speeds, manufacturing marginality can greatly improve. Past machines have made claims of high speeds but rarely deliver because of the time the tool takes to reach the claimed feed speed. Biesse HD’s improved rack and pinion and more powerful drive motors accelerate to reach the claimed top speed of 50 m/min in around 100mm of travel and decelerate in the same distance! But lineal speed is not the only gain through Biesse High Dynamics. Biesse HD technologies will produce sharp, square corners on your nested MDF doors a lot faster and guaranteeing the quality for which Biesse is famous for! On a typical 600mm by 600mm panel the tool achieves 50metres/minute for over

70% of the time. In a test for an Australian kitchen manufacturer, cutting typical cabinet components from a 3.6 X 1.8 sheet took less than three minutes to process. An unseen benefit is the tool operating with its optimal chip load and lasting longer, especially with superior Australian manufactured board. Biesse HD offers the reality of using one machine instead of two or three, or the possibility of eliminating overtime or weekend work. It is a revelation like no other. Go faster There is no better example of technology innovation than Formula One. Frank Williams CBE, of Williams F1 motorsport fame asks of innovation, “Does it make the car go faster?” In the case of CNC nesting with Biesse High Dynamics, the answer is yes! There is no better champion of performance than Enzo Ferrari who says, “The dreams become bigger, much bigger, to build a car that doesn’t slow in the curves, that flies without leaving the ground.” Biesse know that to continue as a World leader in performance woodworking machinery, they need to push the design envelope. Biesse Group’s latest CNC nesting equipment can be compared to F1 where the design of the chassis; table; drive motors and safety equipment has been optimised to provide the customer with a totally new and re-imagined processing solution, a solution that really flies. Welcome to the World of Biesse High Dynamics. web www.biesse.com ❚

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Inspiration meets innovation at SURTECO Australia

s experts in creative design and technologically advanced surfaces, SURTECO Australia develop new ideas and products that move people and make trends come alive. Globally, SURTECO is a company with more than 130 years’ experience investing in manufacturing within Australia for over 30 years. As the only manufacturer of ABS edgebands within Australia and an indisputable leader in decorative surfaces, SURTECO Australia recognises their products’ critical role in delivering impeccable spatial solutions.

understandings make SURTECO Australia the ultimate destination for industry professionals looking for consistency across edge and surface.

SURTECO Australia’s Managing Director Aldo Borazio joined the company in February 2020. With over 20 years’ experience managing global and local brands producing product in Australia, he brings with him an understanding of the critical aspects required to support the local customer.

SURTECO Australia’s vision is to continue to invest in new products and processes, maximise suitability both in today’s market and to their customers, especially given the changes to the way we work and live over the past 2 years. In order to have a great manufacturing base, development of skilled employees within the industry is crucial. SURTECO Australia has many long-term staff members who have seen the company grow to where it is now, and they look forward to continuing this investment to support their customers and clients within the industry for the future.

“Manufacturing in Australia comes with many challenges, however flexibility, consistent quality and investment in the local market allows for a global company to meet the local needs.” Aldo said recently.

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Surfaces are crucial when it comes to whether we feel comfortable in a room or not. This feeling of comfort is an essential benchmark for consumers – and therefore for the team at SURTECO. As a leading full-service provider of decorative surfaces, SURTECO develop perfectly matched products for all materials in terms of design, colour, and surface. You can recognise quality in the detail, and it shows if the design and development was thought through. Edges are an important element in furniture design; they create the perfect transition to allow the furniture to make an impact without distraction. Regardless of whether you manufacture furniture or plan interior designs, SURTECO Australia always offer customers full freedom of design: international trends and their own designs, along with countless decor and embossing variants and various gloss levels and materials. They have a wide and diverse range of melamine and plastic edges to ensure you always find the right fit for your material and your design. A premium combination of decor and embossing is guaranteed. Check out the SURTECO Australia website for more details and product information. Browse their web shop for special offers on Edgebands and many other great products including adhesives and release agents from their partners including, Riepe. Jowat, HB Fuller and Rakoll. web www.surteco.com/au ❚

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Australian made Multicam CNC routing machines

f you are considering plunging into CNC routing, updating or replacing existing machinery and don’t know where to start. Here are some handy pointers for you. Manufactured in Newcastle and sold through offices in NSW, Victoria and Queensland, Multicam CNC routing machines have proven to be the perfect solution for thousands of businesses throughout Australia and Oceania. With over 30 years’ experience supplying CNC routing machines to the woodworking industry, the team at Multicam have a depth of knowledge that can be invaluable in helping you make your decision. Whilst they don’t profess to know all the answers, they can at least help you to ask the right questions. Where is the best place to start when considering buying a CNC router? Determine the need. Why do you need a CNC? Is it to increase productivity, control lead time, become more competitive, offer additional services or reduce labour costs? If your answer is yes to any of these then you have made a good start.

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Do your research. Get opinions and advice from the people you already know in your industry. Ask what machines they are using, what backup are they getting and if they are happy with their decision. Is their machine imported or Australian made? This is especially important when it comes to service, support and availability of spare parts. Have a personal look at the machine. Go and see one running, either at a trade show or, preferably, at a demonstration by the manufacturer. Consider from whom you will be purchasing the machine. Are they dedicated machine suppliers, or is the machine just one of many products they sell? Are you dealing direct or through an agent or distributor? What are the key features I should consider? Machine size. Consider the size of the product you intend to process. Many products now come in 1500mm widths, so the standard 1200mm won’t be suitable. This is especially true if you use newer board products or composite materials. Will the machine fit where I want to place it? Remember, you need to be able to load and

unload product on and off the machine. Flexibility. To get the most value from your investment, you want a machine that can carry out a wide range of tasks, in various materials. This might mean looking at multiple head machines that offer, for example, routing and drilling or boring operations. Backup and Support. This should always be a key consideration when purchasing any equipment. The support you get from the manufacturer, and access to that support, will affect your bottom line when you need advice or assistance. If it takes long periods of time to get answers, when you need them now, then you are being unproductive, and the delays are costing you money. You want factory trained technicians and a strong network of service and support centers with a long history of association with the product. Expandability. Can the machine features or attachments be expanded upon when your business grows, or moves in other directions? You want a machine that will grow with your changing needs. As new technology evolves, you want your existing machine to be able to take advantage of that new technology. 28

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Reliability. All equipment will require maintenance from time-to-time. Reliability is a measure of how much maintenance is required over a given period. Ask people you know how reliable their machines are, and what they do to ensure reliability. Is there regular servicing available? Can they do preventative maintenance themselves? Country of Origin. Where a machine is manufactured, assembled or sourced can have a big bearing on the overall quality of the machine, and the components used in it. It can also have a huge bearing on the supplier’s access to factory support and the availability of spare parts. Whilst not immediately obvious, country of origin is actually very important when time critical support is needed. If we have learnt anything over the last couple of years, it is that you can’t rely on the global network to support you in a timely and efficient manner. Buying Australian made means that you are less exposed to supply delays for spare parts, and you are supporting Australian industry and workers.

What mistakes can I avoid in the decision-making process? Buying on price alone. The equipment and service you get is directly related to price. Saving a few dollars initially can alltoo-often result in ending up with a lot more expense than you anticipated. Compromising your ‘wish list’ of features to meet your budget. If you felt that you needed a specific feature, and then drop that feature to meet your budget, you will end up disappointed and with a machine that can’t do everything that you initially wanted it to do.

Not placing enough emphasis on support. You will require the assistance of the machine supplier at some time, and it is usually when you are under pressure to complete a job. Knowing that you have access to a strong and responsive support network will help ease the pressure and will help you in your decision-making process. We hope that this information will come in handy for you. The team at Multicam are proud that over the last two years they have been able to maintain continuous service and support to their legion of Multicam CNC machine owners, when many other companies have suffered supply issues to the detriment of the end user. Machines have continued to be manufactured, services were retained, and productivity was maintained, and they have all keep things rolling. web www.multicam.com.au ❚

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HSK or ISO 30 tool clamping for CNC Routers?

his is question I am often asked. Mainly when existing or new customers are looking for a new CNC Router or machining centre or purchasing a highspeed spindle.There this one main difference between the two and is often used as a selling technique. The ISO 30 is the toolholder which is shaped like a cone, and it has a pull stud at the top. Some of these pull studs have a radius underneath where the clamping mechanism pulls the stud into the taper inside the spindle. These are usually ball bearings (especially on all HSD spindles.) Some pull studs are pulled in with petals which close onto the pull stud and the pull stud has a chamfer instead of a radius. Important to note that the pull studs are not interchangeable. So, the faster the spindle spins the centrifugal force is pushing outwards on the bearings or petals. The HSK spindle works in exactly the opposite way, there are six petals which open inside the toolholder, these tighten as the spindle centrifugal force increases, the faster it goes. So, given with the above information you would think HSK is better? Spindles NZ Ltd have rebuilt over 500 spindles and every spindle has the tool holding mechanism stripped re-greased, we test the pull strength of every spindle to make sure it is within tolerance. We have never had an ISO 30 drop a tool holder due to tool holding mechanism giving way due to speed / centrifugal force. The tool gripper (either balls or petals) is pulled into a tube which stops the tool gripper opening. We have had the drawbar rod break, but this is something completely different and can happen with the HSK. The HSK has two mating surfaces. It mates on the end of the spindle and inside the cone at the same time. We have had spindles sent for bearing rebuilds where a small amount of build up inside the cone have stopped the toolholder seating and causing vibration.

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In conclusion, ISO 30 are proven, easier for the spindle to clean (air blast) lower maintenance and use a smaller bearing set. The taper on the toolholder can become marked if the tool changer is set wrong and the spindle hits the cone during tool pickup and delivery. HSK are particularly good toolholders when they are 100%, they can be worked harder on the application (but this could have detrimental effects on the bearings) they do suffer from ingress of dirt and dust which can cause problems, they are a serviceable item (technicians only) which I recommend done every 12 months. They are more expensive and use a bigger bearing set. For independent advice email jon@spindles.co.nz web www.spindles.co.nz ❚

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Unlimited possibilities with HOLZ-HER A CNC machine is a must for almost any manufacturing situation where boards or plastics are processed. A CNC machine will produce consistent quality products at high production rates while reducing the need for skilled labour. There are many brands available in Australia, but which one suits you? The first HOLZ-HER CNC machines began arriving in Australia in the mid-1990’s. The first machines were the Eco-Master for small to medium shops, and the Uni-Master for larger workshops. Those early machines were characterised by heavy-duty frames, HSK spindles, automatic pod placement, powerful vacuum pumps, large tool change, C-axis, and sectioned flat tables. They were built without compromise to go the distance.

complete CNC machining in a compact format. With factory space increasingly at a premium, the EVOLUTION series offers virtually unlimited machining possibilities on all four edges and the face of the panel, and even on wooden frames, achieved with a range of excellent suction cups with hole recognition. Workpieces with lengths up to 1,600 mm to be machined on all sides without re-clamping. In one end and out the other, completely finished and ready for assembly. The EVOLUTION 7402, EVOLUTION 7405 4mat or the more powerful version, the EVOLUTION 7405 Connect are designed to perfectly match a range of processing needs. Even curved solid wood parts, furniture fronts of MDF for painting, cutting, and drilling of furniture fronts, profile moulding or complete processing of counter tops are

further application possibilities for which the EVOLUTION series perfectly suits. The EVOLUTION series are designed to produce work in extremely short cycle times and maximum precision even on long parts. HOLZ-HER Nesting Technology The biggest CNC machining segment in Australia is Nesting, and HOLZ-HER have been a leader in this technology since the brand was introduced here in the late 1990’s. HOLZHER’s nesting technology is the DYNESTIC Series. DYNESTIC is an evolving brand, always at the leading edge of innovation. For over twenty years DYNESTIC has served customers worldwide and is in an advanced stage of continuing development. It’s like a well-known brand of motor vehicle such as Mercedes or BMW, each model is a move forward, offering 32 the latest developments and features.

Around 2015 an exciting new machine, the Pro-Master 5-Axis was introduced to the furniture industry, an event referred to internally as ‘Processing in the 5th dimension.’ At the same time in a demonstration of the depth of HOLZ-HER competence in all industries, HOLZ-HER produced the Multirex 5-axis technology for the Joinery industry. The measure of an efficient CNC machine is the ability to produce one piece to its completion. Multirex and Pro-Master have been such a great success, both models are still being produced today with the very latest technologies on board. High Output Vertical CNC machining Around the same time as Multirex, the HOLZHER EVOLUTION vertical CNC machine was launched. The EVOLUTION Series CNC Machining Centres offered Vertical and

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Above: Dynestic 7535 The value of nested-based manufacturing is of course time savings in production. HOLZ-HER's nesting technology ensures efficient formatting (routing) and drilling on one machine. The essential prerequisite for nesting is, however, that the proper software be fully integrated into the machining process. Here HOLZ-HER offers a free-form solution for purely rectangular nesting for kitchen and bathroom manufacture, as well as stairs and frame construction. With its versatile import possibilities for highly differing nesting modules as well as a complete graphic control surface and barcode interface, the machine is optimized for a broad range of applications. HOLZ-HER EPICON Series CNC Machines HOLZ-HER has been part of the Weinig Group since 2010 and has reinforced the Group’s commitment to the solid wood sectors of the industry. Furniture, Joinery, building products, stairs and anything constructed of wood can be processed on the EPICON Series of bulletproof 5-axis CNC processing

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machines from HOLZ-HER. Manufacturers most often purchase a new machine to satisfy an existing need but with EPICON you can open up a whole new world of profitable possibilities in an industry where machining time relates directly to profits. The optimized design of the EPICON CNC machining centre includes HOLZ-HER’s fully interpolating 13 kW, 5-axis spindle as a standard feature, it’s not an option. EPICON offers the ideal basis to ensure perfect precision and flawlessly machined workpieces while simultaneously allowing extremely high acceleration and cutting rates. High-speed machining is the goal of every manufacturer and HOLZ-HER delivers with their high precision direct servo-drive, wear-free couplings and covered, precision linear guides, and all covered by their 10 year HOLZ-HER guarantee. This machine guarantees extremely high drive holding forces. The EPICON series is completed by a versatile and comprehensive range of optional

equipment to satisfy all requirements, allowing the EPICON to be configured optimally for applications in the fields of furniture production, staircase construction, model making and any other machining with solid wood. HOLZ-HER, as part of the Weinig Group, remain strong in the demanding solid wood working sector. Solid wood manufacture usually means larger workpieces; more challenging machining operations and wider variety of possible working applications and for these reasons, the EPICON series of CNC machining centres is available with a comprehensive range of optional equipment. The EPICON series features flexible table options, a multifunction machining head, a unique ten-year guarantee on all linear guides and excellent ‘Campus’ CNC machine control software. A feature of the EPICON series is the solid gantry bridge and machine column that provides the optimum basis for absolutely precise and perfectly milled workpieces to a true working height of 300mm, while at the same time allowing extreme acceleration and milling speeds, which is fast becoming the future of CNC machining. So, what machine suits you? Whatever equipment you look at, consider the HOLZHER has a proven track record of innovation over several decades of service. HOLZ-HER is not only competent with panels and other light materials, but proficient when machining heavy timbers and sections in the door, window, and staircase industries. HOLZ-HER is a one-stop shop with a wide selection of highend CNC processing machines that engage the latest technologies in a proven brand. With HOLZ-HER, the possibilities are genuinely unlimited. web www.holzher.com.au ❚

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Getting the most out of your CNC Article by Riley Henry

t is a big leap to install a CNC machine. If you are exploring your options currently or can recall your past experience, you would understand the analysis that goes on to determine the costs vs benefits and how you can get the most out of your investment. Cabinetry.Online has been helping many cabinet makers and joiners realise that aside from the machine itself, there are many crucial factors to increasing output. We have outlined just a few of these below. Make it easier to take on new orders The obvious way to keep your machine running is to make sure there are plenty of jobs to run through it. The core benefit of Cabinetry.Online is that it allows your clients to create and quote their projects independently through your unique online portal. The reliable and user-friendly system majorly improves the client ordering experience to help get more clients on board and convert more quotes into sales.

bogged down or held back by what used to be the tedious and time-consuming process of creating quotes manually.” 24/7 online access for clients also means that without lifting a finger, you could wake up in the morning with jobs ready to accept and cut. Stop double-handling While the use of a CNC machine majorly reduces the effort and time involved with cutting a project, it still requires the input of job details before cutting can begin. Even cutting lists and order forms require double handling that is both time-consuming and at risk of human error. Cabinetry.Online allows incoming orders to be downloaded and sent directly to the machine via affiliated software. Rest assured that you are processing a project from data that is entered by your client. Know where your next job is coming from Even though it is crucial to prioritise today’s projects, it is equally important to be aware

of what is coming tomorrow and further down the horizon. Cabinetry.Online opens the door to greater transparency on what your clients are working on and projects in the pipeline. Your admin portal continually displays the most recent activity and reports across your system, allowing you to analyse trends and understand which clients might benefit from your attention to get their next job over the line. If you want to get the most out of your CNC or are investigating how you can best capitalise on a future CNC investment, you should be looking at the ways that you can facilitate more orders, streamline your processes, and cut out your wasted time. To discover more, visit cabinetryonline. co or email the team today via hello@ cabinetryonline.co. web www.cabinetsbycomputer.com.au ❚

Remove wasted time It is important to understand what you and your colleagues are spending your time doing and where you could be avoiding wasted time. In many cases, time is unnecessarily taken up dealing with potential clients or quoting projects. This can largely be avoided by enabling your clients' access to an automated quoting system, which can ultimately cut down the arduous task of quoting that you do every day. Existing manufacturers have praised the timesaving benefits of implementing the Cabinetry. Online system. “The business is no longer

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Manufacturing after COVID: More questions than answers Article by Philip Ashley History has taught us that short-term responses to global emergencies lead to changes that last for decades. With millions of Australians either in lockdown or restricted in movement, the pandemic has forced people to quickly and significantly change how we work, communicate, socialize, and use products and services. The COVID-19 pandemic has, for the first time in modern manufacturing history, affected demand, supply and workforce availability at the same time. Basically, a COVID recession, howbeit the shortest global recession on record, Australia witnessed a stock market crash which saw major indices drop 20% to 30% in late February and March last year, and rapid increases in unemployment in many countries, including Australia. Despite this,

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the demand for woodworking machinery reached all-time highs in 2020, followed this year by long wait times for capital equipment, cabinet hardware and raw materials. Eumabois, the European Federation of woodworking machinery and tools manufacturers, held its annual General Assembly on November 5th. The mood was positive with the woodworking industry showing a rapid and very positive recovery. Despite the fact that the woodworking industry suffers from both high material costs and a lack of raw material, the figures indicate sustained growth in the mid-term. Mega-trends such as digitalization and industrial automation, as well as a growing demand for home furniture and kitchens, stimulated by travel restrictions and the COVID cocooning effect, are driving the woodworking industry.

The Trends The hardware giant Hettich reports, “The demands on everyday life, home living and work are rapidly changing. Global megatrends, which normally take many years to take effect, have accelerated enormously in the COVID crisis. This is why industry; retail and the trades must now respond if they want to hold their ground on the market in future with their products and services. The time has come to completely rethink spatial and furniture concepts.” Only a year or so ago, the small apartment was the trend, especially in large populations. Here in Australia, many people restricted to urban areas are moving to the suburbs, eager to enjoy a lawn.

Mega-trends such as digitalization and industrial automation, as well as a growing demand for home furniture and kitchens, stimulated by travel restrictions and the COVID cocooning effect, are driving the woodworking industry.

Hettich goes on to say, “Urbanisation, Individualisation and New Work are the three big megatrends of these times.” If people stay in their flat or apartment, they will want practical solutions for versatile living. Consumers are placing new demands and expectations on the design, use and 38 function of rooms and furniture. And

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Above: Hettich new work then there’s new work, or as we know it in Australia, ‘working from home.’ Recent surveys suggest that three quarters of businesses plan to shift some employees to permanent remote work after the pandemic ends and this will result in a permanent, improved market for home office furniture. The Questions Multi-functional, versatile furniture is reportedly gaining popularity. The number of single and two-person households in Australia has been increasing. To 2016, 4.8 million households had one or two residents, compared to 2.6 million with three or four residents. Will this trend result in increased demand for small and portable furniture? Will consumers look for furniture that is multi-purpose, foldable, and technologydriven, especially when it comes to living

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in smaller spaces? And for those moving to the suburbs and beyond, will it be time to replace a kitchen or bathroom, especially for those people working from home who notice every day, that it’s past its use-by date? ‘New Work’ is no longer a buzzword. What began as a revolutionary concept in the 1970s has now established itself due not only to the pandemic, but to increased digitisation and breakthrough’s in communication using zoom, teams, and Google meet. What will be the effect of more people working from home? What will the home workplace look like? What's called for are transformable and adaptable work environments that provide ways of responding to constantly changing demands and provide a good work-life balance. New work offers furniture manufacturers and

retailers opportunities to reach a completely new target group. How will manufacturing change? While manufacturing in Australia continued through the pandemic, COVID has accelerated progress toward digital transformation. It is here that Industry 4.0 can future-proof your business. Is the industry moving from a skills-based to a technology-based structure? In the near future there could be less reliance on people to actually do the work, and more reliance on people who understand and can manage technology. Automated manufacturing will not bring back demand for low-skilled labour but will create new jobs and opportunities for digitally-savvy workers. Is automation a key component to revive domestic manufacturing? And what will this do to the training sector?

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Is it possible to cash in on the trend for online purchases? Never before has online content been more in demand. It is the fastest-growing channel in developing markets. 68 percent of manufacturers have indicated online sales have grown between 11% and 50% over the last 12 months. An increasing number of manufacturers now have a Facebook page or use a visual discovery engine such as Pinterest. More furniture manufacturers are also choosing to go green. This trend is driven by environmental concerns and although eco-friendly furniture is more expensive, the demand is on the rise, making it worthwhile for manufacturers and companies to offer these products.

who are over-purchasing whenever they can, stockpiling material for future use. In late July 50 containers of timber bound for Australia were abandoned at a Shanghai dock because a shipping company accepted a lucrative offer to divert course to Los Angeles. To mitigate similar global supply disruptions in the future, is it possible to develop regional supply sources? The Centre for Future Work senior economist Alison Pennington said, “Australia has substituted high-productivity, valueadded manufacturing for a reliance on

unsophisticated resources extraction.” In other words, our over-reliance on mining means Australia is not a sophisticated manufacturing nation. In fact, we rank 93rd in the world on that scale. A report by the centre, reported in The New Daily, noted that, “If Australia produced as much manufactured output as it consumed, it would generate an extra $180 billion in output and create almost 700,000 direct and indirect jobs.” COVID has produced many more questions than answers, but maybe in this pandemic, the impetus is there to build a better manufacturing future for Australia. ❚

Companies that depend on supplies from distant sources have struggled to maintain operations during the pandemic. This is especially true for manufacturers, including those in the kitchen and bathroom sector who have had difficulty sourcing cabinet hardware. Timber is another material in short supply and there are manufacturers

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Robotics and Warehousing Article by Philip Ashley Automation in the woodworking and stone industries in Australia is booming. There aren’t many cabinet manufacturers without an automated feed and outfeed on their CNC machines, and many companies are installing automated warehouses. Robots are also starting to appear in some of our larger companies; so, where to from here? There is little doubt that automated manufacturing saves labour, increases productivity, improves quality, and reduces waste. With some Australian machinery suppliers bringing out faster, more productive CNC machines, automation seems to be the logical, common-sense solution to keeping the material up to these high capacity systems. You could argue that high-capacity feeding, and offloading systems enable a CNC manufacturing plant to achieve its full potential. Let’s take a minute or two to see where this all began.

Origins of Automation In ‘Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing: Materials, Processes, and Systems’ (2014), Groover and Mikell wrote, “Automation describes a wide range of technologies that reduce human intervention in processes. Human intervention is reduced by predetermining decision criteria, subprocess relationships, and related actions — and embodying those predeterminations in machines.” Over the years, automation has been achieved by various means including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic devices, and more recently, computers and digitisation. The practice may be new, but the original idea of automation can be traced back to Ptolemaic Egypt, about 270 BC, when Ctesibius described a float regulator for a water clock, a device not unlike the ball and cock in a modern flush toilet. This was the earliest automated feedback controlled mechanism. The term ‘automation’ was not

widely used before 1947, when Henry Ford established an automation department and forever changed modern manufacturing. Automation and Work The World Development Report (WDR) 2019 states “The Changing Nature of Work studies how the nature of work is changing as a result of advances in technology today. Fears that robots will take away jobs from people have dominated the discussion over the future of work, but the World Development Report 2019 finds that on balance this appears to be unfounded. Work is constantly reshaped by technological progress. Firms adopt new ways of production, markets expand, and societies evolve.” Not everyone agrees with the WDR’s ‘on balance’ assessment. Jeremy Rifkin argues that we “Are entering a new phase in history characterized by the steady and inevitable decline of jobs, as sophisticated computers, robotics, telecommunications, and other cutting-edge technologies replace human beings in virtually every sector and industry.” We reported on Rifkin’s concerns in Supplier magazine issue 210 mid last year. I tend to hold Rifkin’s concerns because unlike previous ‘revolutions’ in this one, artificial intelligence may well be the straw that breaks the worker’s back. Time will tell. According to a 2020 study in the Journal of Political Economy, automation has robust negative effects on employment and wages: "One more robot per thousand workers reduces the employment-to-population ratio by 0.2% and wages by 0.42%.” In the same year, an estimated 1.64 million industrial robots were in use worldwide according to International Federation of Robotics (IFR).

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workers for trimming and buffing." George Devol's patent for the first digitally operated programmable robotic arm represents the foundation of the modern robotics industry. The most common robots are articulated arm robots and are used extensively in the automotive industry, almost to the point of eliminating humans from entire assembly processes, especially moving parts into position, welding, and spray painting. Their movements with several degrees of freedom allow the articulated arms a wide range of precise, infinitely repeatable movements.

Above: Cutting line with robot That’s 1,640 times 0.2% or 3.28% reduction in workers in the population. That aside, automation and robotics have a positive effect on GDP, higher productivity, and increased customisation of the consumer experience. (economicshelp.org) Industrial Robots Modern robots were first used in factories as industrial robots. Industrial robots are fixed machines capable of manufacturing tasks which permitted production with less human work. MIT reports that each robot will replace 3.3 workers although some reports place this number as low as 1.6 workers. Digitally programmed industrial robots with artificial intelligence have been built since the 2000’s and it is this type of robotic automation that could eventually displace a large part of the factory workforce. In 1938 Willard V. Pollard filed the first patent application for an early robotic arm with joints modelled on human shoulder-arm-wrist kinetics to replicate human movements like pulling, pushing, pressing, and lifting. Electronic controllers, pneumatic cylinders and motors powered six axes of motion. In 1941 and 1942,

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Isaac Asimov formulated the Three Laws of Robotics, and in the process coined the word "robotics". You can look these up on the internet. The world's first working robot joined the assembly line at General Motors in Ewing in 1961. An automated die-casting mould dropped red-hot door handles and other vehicle parts into pools of cooling liquid on a line that moved them along to

The Automated Warehouse Cartesian robots, also called rectilinear, gantry robots have three prismatic joints for the movement of the tool or other device, and three rotary joints for its orientation in space. To be able to move and orient the effector organ in all directions, such a robot needs 6 axes (or degrees of freedom). In a 2-dimensional environment, three axes are sufficient, two for displacement and one for orientation. This typically describes the functions of an automated warehouse, or automated store. Automated warehouses are supplied by all the larger woodworking equipment suppliers in Australia.

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Above: Automated warehouse Typical applications for an automated warehouse are in the panel dividing and nesting applications…. or both. In a solution where an automated warehouse is integrated into the production, material (panels) is delivered and moved into the store by a gantry robot. The panels may be placed in a stack of similar boards, or into any other stack. The location of each panel is stored in a database and that panel, or any order of panels can be retrieved at any time. Orders are often assembled by the store overnight and ready for the next day’s production. No one needs to be present during this operation.

eliminated. In addition to warehouses for raw materials, an automated parts store can be included within the production line itself. In this scenario, panels can be cut more effectively, incorporating parts from several

jobs. When a part that is not required for the current job reaches the parts store, a robot removes it from the line and placed it into a rack or onto a shelf for later use.

An automated warehouse will eliminate the need for ‘Dexion’ type racks and aisles for forklifts; your available production floorspace may actually increase! Without forklifts moving heavy loads, safety will be improved, and material damage will be

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In Europe, where space is at a premium, automated warehouses may be installed on a mezzanine over the machine shop, and this is happening here in Australia, with several installations now making the most of ‘air space’ that a company already owns. The material is ‘picked’ by the robotic arm and dropped through an opening in the store, right onto the CNC machine. These are technologies that are easy to use, are extremely precise, and can work autonomously. An automated warehouse can move and rotate the panels, automating the machine loading and unloading processes and allow the operators to carry out other tasks. Solutions like these can easily be integrated in the production flow and are particularly suitable for in-line machining. Contact sensors stop the movement of the robot in the event of accidental collisions with people or objects. One major machinery supplier can supply an automated transport vehicle, or ‘cobot’

that delivers parts to other departments or machines whilst ensuring the complete safety of people working in the same space. The Case for Robotic Manufacturing The manufacture of cabinets is a relatively simple industry. From the raw material to the finished parts, all that changes is the length and width. In this scenario, automation and robotics can easily be integrated into any production line and will achieve a number of significant benefits for the manufacturer. These include short throughput times; the reduction of stock; more flexibility in production; and lower production costs. The initial cost of an automated warehouse can be reimbursed in only one year. In a post-covid world where workers are increasingly harder to recruit, automation and robots are making huge inroads in woodworking. Robots can now tackle sophisticated jobs including finishing and

sanding of complex parts. New developments give robots vision to better identify work, artificial intelligence to learn how to do the work better, and safety controls to work alongside people. It wasn’t so long ago it was considered that many tasks in a furniture or cabinet factory would require a skilled person with years of experience. But now, robotics can outperform their human predecessors, even in complex tasks such as sanding intricate parts, and spray painting of finished components. When properly integrated into modern woodworking manufacturing, robotic systems boost production and manufacturing efficiency while exceeding quality expectations. Woodworking lags behind some other industries in integrating robots, but as labour pressures mount and consumer demand remains high, the impetus to explore robotic solutions has spread from big manufacturers to smaller operations. ❚

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Safeguarding workers from silicosis

hen Steve Terpstra did a safety inspection for the concrete and stone cutting industry, the results terrified him, and he knew he had to act. He knew the dangers of fine concrete particles two decades before the silent killing disease, silicosis, wreaked havoc on tradespeople across Australia. While rates of the disease have fallen globally, there has been an alarming spike among Australian tradesmen culminating in at least one death and a class action led by stone masons. Mr Terpstra, from West Australia, was running a concrete cutting business employing 10 staff members in the late 1990s when he first became concerned of the risks of exposing workers to crystalline silica and carbon dioxide fumes. Terpstra followed the requirements of the health and safety act to complete an assessment and analysis of any hazards employees were exposed to. But what he discovered terrified him.

“Even though it was industry practice I knew we were non-compliant and that scared me, he explained. We couldn’t just go and do something else (to make it safe) because there was nothing else out there that was compliant, so we had to come up with a solution.”

Before he shut up shop, he retreated to his garage to try his arm at inventing a device to safeguard tradies who work with concrete and stone from slowly contracting silicosis, an irreversible lung disease caused by longterm exposure to silica dust.

Above: The Guarda Edge Power Cutter is a wet cutting vacuum for fume, dust and slurry control. Supplier February/March 2022

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Terpstra plunged $1 million into the creation of his contraption, the Guarda Edge Power Cutter, which relies on a combination of water and a vacuum to remove the fine particles from the air during cutting. The water acts to control the dust being spewed into the air while the vacuum mechanism collects the remaining particles. What is silicosis? The progressive and irreversible lung disease is caused by long-term exposure to silica dust, which is created when artificial or engineered stone is cut. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, cough, fever, cyanosis (bluish skin) and frequent chest infections, which can eventually lead to lung transplants and death. Those who have been affected by the diseases can need a lung transplant or may need to rely on an oxygen tank to breathe. According to the Cancer Council, 587,000 Australian workers were exposed to silica dust in 2011, and about 5758 of these are estimated to develop lung cancer in the future as a result of that exposure.

HOW DOES TRI-VAC TECHNOLOGY MAKE CUTTING SAFER?

When the harrowing reports began to surface, the fears of the unsafe workplaces were realised for Terpstra who is relieved the dangers are finally being taken seriously, but the frustrations at the lack of action persist. The former concrete cutter said, “… it’s vital industry standards support the implementation of safety protocols such as this design to help bring down the cost and make the workplace safer. There are people out there doing the wrong thing and still cutting corners,” Terpstra said.

According to the Cancer Council, 587,000 Australian workers were exposed to silica dust in 2011, and about 5758 of these are estimated to develop lung cancer in the future as a result of that exposure.

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Managing director Craig Penty said, “It has been a long and arduous journey to get the industry to adopt the potentially lifesaving invention. Steve has had big challenges over the years firstly to get people to take silica dust seriously. It’s really been the spike in cases over the last 12 months that has finally got everyone jumping into action. What Steve is frustrated with is he knew about this 20 years ago and knew the technology wasn’t enough to keep people safe.” ❚

A water jacket is located around the exhaust ports for cooling the engine exhaust before it enters the vacuum tube. The tube is cool to touch during operation. The same water is used on the blade guard.

SLURRY

vacuumed down here.

Vacuum hose attached here. The fumes, dust & slurry mixture removed away from the cutting area via attached wet vacuum.

Water is sprayed into the blade guard, towards the rear, to prevent spray back. This water mixes further with the dust and slurry already created to make a more fluid waste, preventing clogging

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Water is sprayed onto the blade close to the center, in a forward direction to prevent spray back. The peripheral forces of the blade take it right to the cutting edge so the water is used efficiently. The peripheral forces of the blade automatically force the cutting debris (slurry) into the throat of the blade guard where there is vacuum suction to draw the debris upwards.

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