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News Timber Trends, Industry Developments & Latest Innovations W14 – The Show You Must See Growing With Homag at W14 Felder At W14 Mirka Innovates At W14 SCM Latest Machines Displayed On 4 Stands at W14 AMS Launch New Vertical Panel Saw Brand Into UK Market Kündig at W14 Blum Go Live At W14 Renolit’s 2014 Highlights Collection Launched New Striebig 4D Saw Offers Full Optimization Venjacob & Barberan At Fairline Boats Ney Takes On Vitap Flexible & Reliable With Superior Quality – The Homag Ambition Tool Optimization Seminars Shine A Light On Leitz Tooling Ridgeway Furniture Install 4 SCM Machines AXYZ Routers On Song At Craft Wales Cabinet Vision Takes Pain Out Of Creating Dental Cabinets Homag Group Software – Making The Impossible, Possible 2020 Demonstrating Insight At This Year’s W14 Exhibition Makita’s New Slide Compound Mitre Saw See our website and interactive magazine www.p-j-production.com

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AWARDS TIMBER EXPO W14 EXHIBITION PREVIEW DECORATIVE SURFACES SOFTWARE WHAT’S NEW DUST EXTRACTION/WOODWASTE WEBSITE DIRECTORY

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NEWS Emissions From Power Generation Using Wood 80% Greater Than Coal Power Major bioenergy accounting flaws have been uncovered recently. One of the biggest finds is that, over a 20-year period, emissions from power generation using wood from conifer plantations are 1879 g/kWh*. That's 80% greater than coal power.

Over a 40-year period, emissions are lower because the trees have had longer to re-capture carbon; but even then, biomass emissions would be 49%* greater than coal power.

Use Wood Wisely highlights that burning whole trees in power stations would exacerbate the problem of global warming, undermining goals of reducing our greenhouse gases by 2050 and meeting low carbon energy targets.

For more information: www.usewoodwisely.co.uk.

Tel: 01786 812 225 www.norbord.co.uk.

The UK Needs 72 Million Tonnes Of Wood Each Year To Keep Up With Biomass Demand The UK currently produces 10 million tonnes of wood each year but with 42 new biomass power stations proposed across the UK, we will need to find additional sources.

This means that we will need to import at least 80%* of the biomass we want to burn by 2020 which is a serious threat to forests worldwide; we will also deplete wood supply in the UK. The Use Wood Wisely campaign encourages a logical sequence of wood use

- building and making things from wood before it is burned for energy at the end of its use.

See www.usewoodwisely.co.uk.

For further information: Tel: 01786 812 225 www.norbord.co.uk.

Biesse Returns To Ligna 2015 Biesse Group have chosen to strengthen their presence by increasing their display area by 25%, larger than that at the last fair.

For further information: Tel: 01327 300366 www.biesse.co.uk

Unilin Open House Unilin are organizing a customer day which will be a unique opportunity to see on-going chipboard production and wood innovation products.

They are based in Breestraat in Wielsbeke, Belgium.

For further information regarding registration contact Bert Vandenkendelare: Email: bert.vandenkendelare@unilin.com www.unilinpanels.com

David Clouting Golf Day Raises £14,000 David Clouting’s recent charity Golf Day held at Benton Hall Golf and Country Club in Witham Essex raised £14,000 for a local hospice.

Homag’s New Handling Group The Homag Group in Germany have announced a new division which brings together the Ligmatech and Bargstedt

Group of companies to forma a company focused solely on providing innovative automated solutions primarily for the woodworking industry.

For further information: Tel: 01332 856500 www.homag-uk.co.uk

100% Design The biggest design event in the UK returns to Earls Court, September 17th – 20th celebrating its 20th edition.

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Where To Go Decorex International September 21st – 24th Syon Park, London W14 October 5th – 8th NEC, Birmingham Timber Expo October 7th – 8th NEC Birmingham SICAM October 14th – 17th Pordenone, Italy Expobois November 17th – 20th Paris, France 2015 ZOW February 9th – 12th Bad Salzuflen, Germany Interzum May 5th – 8th Cologne, Germany Ligna May 11th – 15th Hannover, Germany

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PEOPLE Weinig AG: New Head of Product Unit Profiling Wolfgang Reim has staken over the management of the Product Unit Profiling at Weinig AG with effect from 1 July 2014. The 54 year-old graduate business manager was most recently Vice President and member of senior management in an international corporation in the construction equipment and refrigeration industry. He has many years of experience in sales and marketing.

Wolfgang Reim is the successor of Michael Mosner, who left Weinig AG on June 30 at his own request and in consultation with the Managing Board. Weinig CEO Wolfgang Pöschl was satisfied with the solution which ensures a seamless transition in filling the position: “We have made a mature decision and we are confident that Wolfgang Reim is ideally suited to achieve our strategic goals in Weinig’s core competence of planing and profiling.“

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Wolfgang Reim, the new head of the Product Unit Profiling at Weinig AG

BA Components Get Social In line with their well known pursuit of innovation and marketing excellence, BA Components have recently appointed a dedicated on-line and digital marketing specialist to the team.

Clara Maybin who has gained her industry experience at Sliderobes is the newest member of the BA marketing team. Based at the Cookstown facility with responsibility for all digital marketing across both BA sites, Clara has quickly made her presence felt both on-line and throughout social media.

Sales and Marketing Director David Caulfield said, “Clara’s experience, knowledge and enthusiasm have been a true revelation to us all in the past month, and the strategies we are working on together promise to take our on-line and social media presence to the next level making BA a true leader in what has now become such an interactive and exciting segment of our sales and marketing strategy” Already the proliferation of blogs, tweets, Facebook images, videos, pins and Google plus comments herald a whole new level of interaction with dealers and customers of all types and the great start looks well set to continue as planned promotions and campaigns develop throughout the year.

Make sure you’re connected with BA on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Linked In and Google Plus to stay abreast of all that’s happening in the world of kitchens and bedrooms from BA Components.

For further information: Tel: 028 8676 4600 www.byba.co.uk STAND: 6A214

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Clara Maybin – responsible for all digital marketing across both sites of BA Components

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AWARDS The Furniture Makers’ Company Industry Experience Pilot Course a Great Success As the furnishing industry’s charity, our mission is to provide leadership to the industry and a framework of support with which to inspire excellence, educate for the future and support those in need.

As part of our expanding education programme, this summer we have just finished a pilot course to give four of the brightest and best young talent in the furnishing industry an intensive three-week experience where they had an unrivalled opportunity to learn about all aspects of the furnishing industry supply chain. Only The Furniture Makers’ Company, with its unique network of contacts, can provide such a course.

Over the three weeks the group covered components and raw materials, the complexity of manufacturing, testing, buying criteria, pricing, marketing, merchandising, customer service, consumer law and after sales.

Seventeen companies all over the UK hosted tours, presentations and seminars for the group, including: • Corporate Members Axminster Tools & Machinery, Blum, CDUK, DFS, John Lewis Partnership, KI and M&S • And Supporters Burbidge, Cabinet Maker, Crofts & Assinder, Ercol, FIRA, The Furniture Ombudsman, Halstock, Hypnos, Panaz and UBM. The four young professionals were nominated by their own companies to attend the course, which culminated in a presentation at Furniture Makers’ Hall to a group of VIPs, Liverymen and representatives from the companies involved. The four are: • Simon Attard, Graphics and Marketing Assistant at Panaz, having completed an MA Painting at University of the Arts

L-R – Simon Attard – Panaz, Kelly Baker – Axminster Tools & Machinery, Paul von der Heyde – Master, The Furniture Makers’ Company, Manon Martel – Ercol, Thomas Winfield – Blum UK

London, and a BA Hons Painting at University College Falmouth, Cornwall.

• Kelly Baker works for Axminster Tools & Machinery in Specialist Sales Business Development. She has a BA Hons degree in English Literature and Media Communications from Bath Spa University.

• Manon Martel works for Ercol as a Supply Chain Co-ordinator, following a BScSoc in Management Sciences and French from the University of Southampton, with an Erasmus year abroad at L’Ecole de Traduction et Interprétation, Université de Genève.

• Thomas Winfield works for Blum UK as a Sales Administrator, following an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration at Aylesbury College.

The Master, Paul von der Heyde, said: “I am thrilled to be celebrating a successful pilot of our Industry Experience course with all those who have made it happen. We have received so much generous support from

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all sectors of the industry.

“The four young professionals, who have enjoyed learning everything from design to retail and from fabrics to fitted kitchens, have had the opportunity of a lifetime. I am sure it will stand them in good stead for great careers in our growing industry.

“We owe huge thanks to everyone involved for making this possible and look forward to developing the course further for the future, so we can offer this opportunity to more talented young people who will help our industry to flourish for many years to come.”

For further information: Tel: 020 7562 8522 Email: marketing@furnituremakers.org.uk www.furnituremakers.org.uk

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Hanex & IDS support Winning Student Hanex and IDS support award winning student, Michael Harris, with the creation of furniture design concept Digital Desk 21, winner of the Future Makers Design Award 2014.

Surface materials distributor IDS has donated sheets of its Hanex solid surfacing material in vibrant Orange to Michael Harris for the development of a contemporary furniture piece titled Digital Desk 21 which is a contemporary take on the classic writing desk.

On June 11, Harris and his striking furniture piece won the coveted Future Makers Design Award 2014 from the Craft Council of Ireland. The award winning desk is designed for today's vibrant and open living / working spaces, and to be just as comfortable when using traditional pen and paper as it is with the latest digital equipment.

Harris, a mature student, is studying for a BSC in Furniture Design at the renowned GMIT Letterfrack in Ireland. It is a National Centre of Excellence in Furniture Design and Wood technology, established in 1987.

The Hanex solid surfacing was used to create a boldly coloured inlaid worksurface, chosen by the designer for its silky smooth matt finish to contrast with the open grain of the ash timber. The solid surface

provided a durable and user friendly surface to write on, with the colour and texture providing a visual and sensual treat to the end user. Hanex solid surfacing is available in a choice of 80 colours and designs and is exclusively distributed by IDS. With its ability to be seamlessly jointed and thermoformed, the material offers designers endless creative possibilities for interior fittings and furniture. The product comes in sheets sizes 12mm x 3680mm x 760mm on all decors, and 6mm x 2490mm x 760mm on the specialist ranges.

In terms of functionality, the desk is higher than the average desk, designed to be used with a saddle stool and promote healthy posture. The legs are tapered and splayed outwards to give the desk a confident and robust stance. The large shallow drawer gives ample storage, while the discreet power cable storage and access point at the back of the desk help keep the desk clutter free by removing unwanted cables and charges.

Says Harris: “Quality and longevity were of utmost importance to me, in build quality, and the materials I used. I wanted to put forward a bold design of the “right now”, contemporary in the true sense of the word,

but keep an elegance and element of timelessness about it. I wanted the desk to be digital device friendly. I have used clean lines and angled geometric surfaces to create a strong piece with a hidden complexity and thoughtfulness. The piece commands the space it occupies; it has a strong presence, and draws the viewer in to investigate.”

Hanex is exclusively distributed by IDS nationwide, the UK’s largest surface materials distributor ensuring fast and flexible delivery.

Digital Desk 21 features a Hanex orange solid surface top, donated by IDS. The desk has been designed by Michael Harris, a student at GMIT Frack college in Ireland. Harris has won the coveted Future Makers Design Award 2014 for the striking contemporary furniture piece.

For more information: Tel: 0845 603 7811 Email: julie.warner@idsurfaces.co.uk

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National Wood Awards 2014 Announces Shortlist The shortlist of 30 projects has been selected from another record entry of over 300 British architecture and furniture projects in the national Wood Awards 2014 - the UK’s premier award scheme celebrating excellence in design in wood.

The Wood Awards is the flagship for wood in the best of British architecture, furniture and design. This year’s 30-strong shortlist features unique private houses, stunning small projects, outstanding restorations and impressive commercial and public buildings. The shortlist for the Furniture categories include extraordinary bespoke and production-made furniture ranging from the traditional, such as Edward Barnsley Workshop’s Scorched Oak Rocking Chair in European oak; to the contemporary, with the Ten Species Tallboy by Sebastian Cox Furniture as an unbridled celebration of British hardwoods.

The Wood Awards independent judging panel of architecture, engineering, craftsmanship and design experts now visit the shortlisted projects in person - from the South coast to the Highlands before making their final decision. The winners of the Wood Awards categories and the recipient of the Wood Awards Arnold Laver Gold Award for the ‘winner of winners’ will be announced on the 18th November at a reception in London hosted by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, and the Wood Awards 2014 supplement will be published in RIBA Journal’s December issue.

The Wood Awards judging panel includes Hugh Pearman, editor of RIBA Journal, Jim Greaves of Hopkins Architects, Andrew Lawrence from Arup, David Morley, Adam Khan, architectural writer Ruth Slavid, timber engineering consultant Nathan Wheatley from Engenuiti and craft specialist John Wilkie, and the panel is supported by timber industry consultant Michael Buckley. Sean Sutcliffe of Benchmark Furniture leads the furniture judging panel of John Makepeace, Rod Wales and Katie Walker.

For further information: www.woodawards.com

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EVENTS Timber Trends, Industry Developments and Latest Innovations Timber Expo is the most important event on the UK construction calendar dedicated exclusively to timber, its associated technologies and its many applications. It is two days brimming with the latest products, innovations and developments – not just from the UK but from an increasingly exciting and diverse international market. This year Timber Expo will be taking place on the 07 & 08 October 2014 at the NEC, Birmingham and will be co-locating with W14 -the trade exhibition for UK joinery and furniture manufacturers.

Timber Expo will again this year deliver an unrivalled collection of high calibre speakers from all corners of the built environment. From niche areas to leading trends, the Timber Focus seminar sessions will be characterised by big issues, hot topics, architectural gems and inspirational projects. Timber is grabbing the headlines for all the right reasons - clients want to learn more about it, architects appreciate

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the adaptability and customers love to be closer to it.

Timber Focus 2014 Organised by TRADA, the free to attend Timber Focus seminars are spread over two days of the show and will be mostly case study-based to offer real life examples on how and why timber is performing across a wide range of sectors and applications.

Your Invitation to Join the Timber Buyers and Specifiers Forum At the heart of Timber Expo each year, is the Timber Buyers and Specifiers Forum - a purposeful environment for building business networks. This focused approach has proved to be highly successful in creating new business relationships, facilitating meetings and most importantly, generating business.

With a busy schedule and not enough time to meet new suppliers - the Buyers & Specifiers Forum provides a solution to extend networks and meet with innovative

companies from the UK and beyond. By facilitating ‘one-to-one’ supplier business meetings the Forum enables Buyers & Specifiers to have private meetings without leaving the comfort of the Forum lounge, but also still providing access to the exhibition:

Exclusive VIP Benefits of the Forum In addition to organising meetings on your behalf, participants to the Buyers & Specifiers Forum receive VIP status including: • Free parking, Wi-Fi, cloakroom and refreshments • Access to the VIP Lounge and business centre • Opportunity to meet key industry experts

To apply for your place at the Forum contact Rosalynn Whitchurch on 01743 290 001 or email: Rosalynn.whitchurch@timber-expo.co.uk Timber Expo is FREE to attend. Register at; www.timber-expo.co.uk/book

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EVENTS Schelling Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Open Days Established more than 90 years ago, Schelling is among the oldest and most experienced saw manufacturers in the world. Since 1917, Schelling has continuously developed numerous innovations into each machine model, which have delivered greater manufacturing efficiencies and quality improvements to all its customers.

Schelling (UK) Ltd. opened in June 1989 and the company celebrated its 25th anniversary of successful service to the UK market with a party and open days at its new location in Wetherby. On Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September, visitors and

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customers received a tips and advice.” warm welcome from In 1989, Schelling’s Schelling. Leitz Tooling presence in the UK was a UK, the largest supplier of sales office with installation tooling to British industry, also and service support from supported the company’s milestone event.

Austria. As time went on, service demands Markus Freuis, Schelling (UK) The Schelling fh4 beam saw evolved and 25 years on, the managing director welcomed department now consists of customers and visitors to the new location in seven Service Technicians, support staff and Wetherby. Throughout the open days we had substantial stock. Looking to the future, the several machine demonstrations, from a company has moved into larger, 22,000 ft Schelling FH4, S45, FK6 to a used Schelling premises at Osborne House, in Wetherby, FMH, and the Leitz team held ‘troubleWest Yorkshire. As well as new office space, shooting’ sessions with solutions for typical the facilities will allow Schelling to continue production issues and problems.” to deliver excellent service to the industries it Leitz Tooling UK managing director, covers and the new building will provide Simon Liddell said, “Leitz Tooling has room to show and demonstrate new and worked with Schelling for many years, and used working machines for all industries. the companies share an ethos of quality of service which is fundamental to both For further information: businesses. At the open days, the team Tel: 01937 586340 presented the latest in tool and saw blade www.schelling.co.uk optimisation and innovations http://shopuk.leitz.org complementary to Schelling’s wide range of STAND: 8F640 machines, as well as offering general tooling

WANT TO TALK FURNITURE? …TALK TO FIRA Open Day for the furniture industry – 16th October 2014 The home of the UK’s largest furniture association and leading furniture technology centre will be opening its doors in October for an Open Day. The headquarters of FIRA International and the Furniture Industry Research Association will be welcoming visitors on Thursday 16th October 2014. The event will include a brief update on the highly-topical proposed changes to the flammability regulations and delegates will have the opportunity to get involved in an interactive furniture repair demonstration.

From concept and design, to manufacture, retail and after-sales care and repair, FIRA works with the whole furniture supply chain offering a range of services to provide support where it’s needed and raise standards across the whole industry.

Visitors can take a tour of the testing laboratories, which includes a flammability testing demonstration, and find out how the Association supports the industry with a variety of projects, such as National Furniture Specifications, Export Hub, Furniture Design Toolkit and the ongoing

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research into flammability testing. FIRA’s experts will be available to answer questions throughout the day.

Phil Reynolds, Chief Operating Officer for FIRA International, said: “Whether you are a member of the Furniture Industry Research Association, a customer of FIRA, or simply curious to find out more about how we support the furniture industry, we find visitors are always surprised by the wide range expertise and services we offer.

There isn’t much we don’t know about furniture or the furniture industry and we have many years’ experience of writing and interpreting British and European Standards. Our Open Day is a great opportunity to talk to our experts and ask questions while getting a taste of how we can support businesses of all sizes.”

The day includes a demonstration from FIRA’s acclaimed Ergonomists and informative presentations from experts on topics, such as sustainability in the furniture industry, which looks at information about the Furniture Industry Sustainability Programme, how to comply with the EU Timber Regulation and carbon

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footprinting. A networking break in the morning will provide an opportunity where experts in furniture testing will aim to answer questions.

The Open Day will begin at 9.45am, with coffee and registration, and concludes at around 2:30pm. Lunch is provided and there will be opportunities to meet with experts to discuss specific enquiries, as well as other staff who can support your business, such as a marketing service for members.

To book a place or for further information please contact Chrissie Winsor: Tel: 01438 777 700 Email: cwinsor@fira.co.uk

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EVENTS Drop-In To Ney This October The UK’s leading independent distributor of woodworking machinery and materials, Ney Ltd, will be holding a four-day open house from the 5th – 8th October.

With Ney’s Coventry-based headquarters situated only 12 miles from the NEC, Ney has organised the four day event to coincide with W14, offering W14 visitors and existing customers an opportunity to see it’s extensive machinery and components portfolio.

Open from 7am – 6pm, Ney’s new 25,000 square feet showroom will showcase over 50 machines from its long standing principals including EBM, OMC, Alberti, Paoloni, Fravol, Cosmec, Virutex and Harwi. Ney will also be revealing its exclusive Vitap range for the first time.

Machinery demonstrations will be available from 7.30am each day, with technical salesman and specialist engineers on hand to offer information and advice on Ney’s complete range of machinery and components. Refreshments will also be

Ney’s showroom will showcase over 50 machines

served throughout the day with an early bird breakfast available from 7.30am and afternoon tea served from 3pm.

Gerd Ney, managing director of Ney adds, “Our four-day drop-in event will allow visits to see our full range of machines and with doors opening for breakfast at 7.30am,

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it is the perfect opportunity for people to drop-in, take advantage of the refreshments and see what Ney has to offer.”

For more information please visit www.ney.co.uk/drop-in or call: Tel: 024 76 308100

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W14 – The Show You Must See The biennial national exhibition for joinery and furniture manufacturers opens on 5th October. It’s the biggest and most optimistic show for many years.

W14 looks set to be the most important edition of the manufacturers’ national show for years. It’s not just a matter of size, although the show totally fills its 3 NEC halls and takes its place as one of the largest UK trade shows. More important is the diversity and balance this show has achieved with an exhibitor list spanning the great names in machinery, components and materials from across the world.

Readers of Panel and Joinery Production are likely to be just daring to feel optimistic about prospects for the industry.

The UK economy is ahead of anything happening in the Euro Zone and there is a new appreciation of the importance of manufacturers. There is a general cry to build more houses, with political parties

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seeking to outdo each other in the ambition of their construction programme. With that comes more construction work in providing an infrastructure for those houses. As we know, furniture demand tracks construction pretty closely so we can all see a solidly based recovery, maybe even a boom ahead.

Despite the need to take a day away from the office or factory, it’s further good news for manufacturers that W14 is scheduled for the autumn (5-8 October at the NEC Birmingham). For those in search of new machinery, upgrading after some years of ‘making do’ or interested in the latest production techniques W14 is a must – running machinery and the expertise of an entire industry at your disposal.

An already stunning machinery content has been further enhanced by the decision of Biesse to return to exhibiting at the show. A huge Biesse stand in hall 6 sees the company show in style this autumn.

With Homag, SCM, RW, Felder, DaltonsWadkin and JJ Smith leading the machinery who’s who in the halls, this is a feast of technology – much of which runs throughout the exhibition. W14 delights in its ability to showcase these big names, confident in their product and keen to meet the market.

To see the best in components and materials has, in previous, years required a trip to German or Italian exhibitions – sometimes even further afield,. Now the market has recognised the potential in the UK and an impressive line-up of product is in the halls at W14. A glance down the exhibitor list will reveal that the show delivers on its promise to offer everything for the Joinery and Furniture Manufacturer… making it an incredible proposition and a must see event for anyone seriously planning to exploit better market conditions.

Something told us that W14 was going to develop rapidly this edition when global

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market leaders Blum decided to show to UK manufacturers. Blum’s presence at the show is part of a trend which has seen a rapid take-up by materials and components suppliers. A glance at the floor plan shows significant players in all areas of supply to furniture and joinery manufacturers will be ready to meet you at W14.

Indeed, the ‘meeting’ aspect is right at the heart of all exhibitions. Face to face contact between supplier and customer usually produces exciting developments.

Exhibitions are really the only media in which the instant two way exchange is possible. Seeing and feeling the products, watching the demonstrations and applying them to your own business. Finding people you can do business with and stimulating your own thought process. All of this is peculiar to an exhibition, benefitting your business in many different ways.

If you are a joinery or furniture manufacturer looking to boost profitability in a buoyant market then you must be sure to visit W14.

YOUR CHANCE TO WIN AN IPAD WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR W14 Your day at the NEC will probably be the most important opportunity in recent years. Capitalise on it by registering to visit free of charge at www.w14exhibition.com. When you do, as an added bonus you will gain free entry to a monthly draw to win an IPad. Register and attend, you have everything to gain,

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Growing with HOMAG at W14 HOMAG UK has always been a staunch supporter of the UK’s major woodworking show held every two years at the NEC in Birmingham – this year designated W14. Underlining its position as the global market leader, HOMAG will yet again have the dominant stands at the exhibition and is looking forward to a lively show.

“An exhibition like W14 is so important for the industry,” enthuses Simon Brooks, sales and marketing director for HOMAG UK. He continues, “The UK is home to some of the finest furniture, panel and joinery companies and the show is a wonderful opportunity for us as an industry to give these manufacturers the chance to see all the latest innovations under one roof.”

‘Growing with HOMAG’ – More than just a slogan “The HOMAG Group’s theme this year is ‘Growing with HOMAG’ and it is so much more than just a clever marketing tagline.

The success and size of the Group is, in some ways, its own worst enemy because smaller woodworking businesses can easily fall into the trap of thinking that HOMAG

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Group machinery is beyond their reach.

“In reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The German parent company has invested millions of Euros developing a

range of machinery, from edgebanders and saws to CNC processing centres and sanding machines, designed specifically for start-up and small woodworking businesses.

The HOLZMA HPP300 beam saw

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The Homag BMG512 multi-purpose CNC – perfect for straight and shaped edgebanding

“Grouped in Germany under the ‘Practive’ banner, they provide cutting edge technology, precision and quality at affordable prices. And it means that almost any company can enjoy the undoubted benefits of partnering with the global market leader. To help further, we can offer financial support via HOMAG Finance.

This service enables companies to invest in machinery using finance packages specifically developed for their needs and we’ll have experts on hand at the show to discuss such deals.”

Efficient production “These days it is so important for

producers to be able to consistently manufacture quality products at competitive prices, whether bespoke or mass produced items. To do this you need to have precision engineered equipment that is reliable, easy to use and cost effective to run.

“There are very few, if any, companies out there that can compete with the HOMAG Group when it comes to investment in research and development.

And being German, the standard of engineering excellence from all the Group companies is quite simply unmatched.”

Growing with HOMAG – Enabling acorns to grow into oaks Entry level equipment on the HOMAG stand will include models from edgebander specialist, BRANDT who is showcasing a range of entry level machines including those with airTec technology for invisible joints; WEEKE whose exhibits include its immensely successful BHX 055 and 200 compact drilling and routing vertical CNC centres; BÜTFERING who will demonstrate the benchmark SWT 225 CC

The Cefla Prima automated paint spray machine

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The Weeke Vantage 100 CNC Gantry-Processing Centre

wide belt sander; HOLZMA who is showing its most popular range of beam saws, the HPP 300 and last but not least, HOMAG with machines including the Ambition 2272 airTec edgebander and the Venture 316L CNC processing centre.

For the larger manufacturer, there will also be plenty to see. HOMAG will be featuring its BMG 512 CNC processing centre with BAZ technology for curved edging. This versatile machine is ideal for panel processing as well as window, door and stair manufacturing. BRANDT will have both the Ambition 1440 FC and the Highflex 1650 FC with airTec to demonstrate zero joint technology.

BÜTFFERING, meanwhile, will be putting its larger wide belt sander the SWT 325 CC

through its paces whilst HOMAG plans to have a host of other equipment on show including the CEFLA Prima automated paint spray machine.

Throughout the exhibition HOMAG will be running software demonstrations for its industry leading solutions including the UK launch of version 7 of the world leading woodWOP software and version 10 of the esolutions wood CAD/CAM software.

Last but by no means least, there will be a service area on the HOMAG stands. Here visitors will be able to learn all about the various options for planned maintenance support designed to keep equipment operating at optimum levels throughout its life time.

“I really do encourage the UK

woodworking industry to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to bring themselves right up to speed with the latest advances in equipment and software,” urges Simon Brooks. “I can guarantee visitors won’t be disappointed either with HOMAG City or the rest of the show.”

To see all the latest innovations from the HOMAG Group, visit stands 7C360, 7D460, 8C350 and 8D450. If you would like to arrange a specific meeting at the show, please contact Adele Dixon: Tel: 01332 856500.

Email: info@homag-uk.co.uk www.homag-uk.co.uk STAND: 8D450/7D460

Ambition 2272 airTec edgebander

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Felder at W14 Excited to be exhibiting at the most anticipated event of 2014, Felder UK will be showcasing an impressive display of the Felder Group range at stands 7F660, 7F670 and 7F80.

The Felder Group is one of the leading suppliers of woodworking machines for hobby, business and industry.

Without compromise, Felder meets all specifications and requirements. Meticulous design and production, innovative development and high quality standards, are the trademarks of a Felder machine. Managing Director Matthew Applegarth says that stability, durability and functionality are standard characteristics of our machines and ‘we are delighted to showcase the latest in machine technology’.

Felder woodworking machines are top quality Austrian products, customized with each customer’s needs in mind.

Cutting edge processing techniques, innovative development and high quality are synonymous with the Felder brand and 100 % of the design and construction is carried out at the factory in Hall in Tirol.

A market leader in the Woodworking industry, Felder UK are set to create a buzz at the must see event of the year.

Matthew Applegarth went on to say that ‘we are very excited about W14 and cannot wait for the chance to demonstrate what we can offer, as there truly is something for everyone’.

A detailed analysis of individual needs always takes place, which ensures the perfect solution is found for the requirements of each customer.

Furniture makers, joiners, shop fitters and all types of wood and panel users all over the world, decide on a woodworking machine from Felder. With this decision, they become not just a customer but a consultant on perfect woodworking. Make a decision without risk and let Felder offer you the exact machine that you need.

K940 S Sliding Table Panel Saw

G660 Edgebander

FW1102C

For further information: Tel: 01908 635000 www.felder-group.co.uk STAND: 7F660/670/680

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Mirka Innovates at W14 Focusing on continuous product development enabling customers to make efficiencies and control costs while delivering a high quality finish, Mirka UK will be presenting a host of sanding and polishing innovations at W14 this year on stand 6E619.

For the first time at W14, Mirka will be presenting its air sanding technology. The Mirka Pneumatic Random Orbital Sanders (PROS) are effective and durable tools for professional sanding. They are ergonomically designed and made from lightweight, hi-tech materials to create tools with optimal strength and user comfort.

These machines are built for maximum dust extraction at low suction power and have a low noise level even when operating at their 12,000 rpm maximum.

DEROS, the world’s lightest electric sanding machine in its class, featuring a brushless motor combined with patented driving technology, will be available to test drive. The sander plugs into an ordinary power supply, making it easy to move around, and is suitable for multiple sanding operations producing a highly effective smooth finish. It delivers a rapid, efficient, consistently powerful performance comparable to a conventional 500W electric machine, even under heavy load, and is economical to use, reducing energy costs.

Its ‘closed construction’ prevents dust from entering the motor, avoiding typical wear and tear damage experienced by electric

machines. DEROS’ low profile delivers good control over the sanding process and its two-hand, ergonomic grip, effective for heavy sanding applications, combined with its low noise and vibration levels, reduces arm fatigue and minimises the risk of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome.

Mirka’s next generation dust-free Abranet® Ace will be on display, designed to increase production and speed for tougher, more demanding sanding applications in a variety of industrial sectors, whilst reducing costs. With a grit range of P80 – P800, this premium net product features ceramic grains that deliver a faster, more aggressive sanding operation. The improved robust grain impregnation prolongs the life and ensures fewer sanding defects and less grain breakage. The tougher velour backing provides better disc grip adhesion and enhanced edge wear, making Abranet Ace more effective and longer lasting and its highly visible reverse side print pattern is much more user-friendly.

The high gloss solutions kit will be demonstrated on Mirka’s stand offering a quick, simple and cost-effective system that enables customers to high gloss a range of lacquered surfaces and solid surface materials. The kit offers two processes - a single compound polishing method involving more sanding; and a two-

compound polishing process involving more polishing. Both procedures can achieve a 95 to 98 gloss following the simple pictorial chart included in the kit.

The set contains everything required for ‘the complete solution’ from the patented Microstar film discs, polishing compounds, microfibre cloths, Abralon finishing discs, mops and pads through to the correct backing pad for the polisher.

Customers can also purchase a Mirka 180mm professional polisher in a case to accompany the kit at a reduced rate when purchased together.

Also on show will be Mirka’s Ultimax wide belts, which are manufactured using a groundbreaking new production process called ‘Selective Coating™ Technology’ (patent pending).

This features a series of tiny cavities designed into the abrasive material which work to prevent clogging efficiently. This innovative new technology, along with special abrasive grains, produces aggressive performance and excellent edge wear resistance while keeping the sanding surface cool. Together these features ensure a longer lifespan and reduced material usage per job. The belts are available in grits P80-P180, P240-P320.

In addition, Mirka’s new abrasive film product, Microstar, designed for mattening and paint rectification of top- and clear coat applications, will be on display in belt format. Microstar has a special stearate layer and a smooth film backing. Used for dry sanding only, this product has a high quality finish and lasts longer as it doesn’t clog as easily as traditional products. It produces a fine scratch pattern that is easy to polish out and is recommended to be used with a 5mm interface pad.

For further information: Tel: 01908 866100 Email: sales.uk@mirka.com www.mirka.com STAND: 6E619

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SCM Latest Machines Displayed on 4 Stands at W14 SCM Group, the World and UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of Woodworking and Panel Processing machinery, will take the opportunity to show their latest machinery innovations at the W14 Exhibition, NEC, 5 - 8th October, taking a much larger space than occupied at W12.

Covering an area of 624 square metres with 4 adjoining stands, new machines from the classical machine range, SCM's Premium Division and Industrial, Housing and Furniture Divisions will all be running to demonstrate to visitors the latest developments that have recently taken place by the SCM Group within their manufacturing facilities in Italy.

SLIM LINE is an exclusive STEFANI patent being exhibited. It is a new, simple and economic edge banding technology, ensuring maximum finishing quality for processing of straight and soft-formed profiles. In traditional edge banding, glue is

applied to the panel. With SLIM LINE glue is distributed on the edge through a slot device. Therefore, the glue pot and consequently all the maintenance associated with it are eliminated. A thinner glue line ensures the very best quality of edge banding.

Distributing glue on the edge is much more efficient than applying on the panel, as the panel porosity doesn’t allow a uniform distribution. The more uniform surface of the edge enables far less glue to be used compared with traditional edge banding. This translates into an almost absent glue layer thickness, so obtaining an excellent quality of the finished panel and great savings in glue consumption.

SCM will be introducing the new Pratix S22 31B CNC machining centre for nesting operations and it is compact, safe and easyto-use. Pratix S is the solution for those woodworking, panel and furniture companies machining with the Nesting

process, various types of materials including solid wood, panels, MFC, MDF and plastics, with the requirement of factory floor space optimisation and operators with their first experiences with the use of CNC Machining Centres.

The Machining Centre, Pratix S, has been conceived and designed in order to assure three main advantages - compact as it is believed to be the most compact machine on the market, taking up to 50% less floor space than others. Secondly, safety, as the machining centre is equipped with “bumpers” safety protections directly on the head, and this means top safety levels, best accessibility to the worktable compared to any other protection type, and maximum productivity, with the possibility of alternated work processing, therefore eliminating or reducing the loading and unloading times.

Thirdly, very easy to use - Pratix S introduces a new and easier way to control

SCM CNC machining centre Model PRATIX S

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Stefani SOLUTION Edgebander with SLIMLINE Gluing

the machine, the programming phase is separate from the execution one as programming is made through a PC and machining is controlled through a control unit "Tecpad", standard supplied, with 7" LCD colour display and touch-screen functions, similar to the console of a computer game, so it is easy to use without training.

A new SCM Ti 5 Electronic Spindle Moulder with tilting electrospindle as standard, the exclusive choice for every joiner's successful machining will be on display. Purchasing a "L’invincibile" machine means a customer installs a customised solution because it is a result of years of experience, technical research and Italian creativity. Table size 1200 x 780mm.

With many advantages over competitor's machines, the Ti 5 is fitted with a +/- 45 degree tilting electrospindle - CNC Machining Centre technology but now available for the joinery, carpentry or woodworking manufacturer. Total machining precision is guaranteed and with the abscence of vibration due to the perfectly balanced structure of the electrospindle ensures a top quality finish on all components machined. The

electrospindle’s direct drive eliminates maintenance procedures that are common with conventional belt driven systems.

The "FAST" sectional worktable is the best support for the work piece as it provides support for the work piece being machined and is also close to the tool, allowing the adjustment with mounted tools. The "FLEX" fence is immediately in the correct position. A single simple movement to retract and re-position in an instant and accurately position the fence on the worktable with such precision that no other control is necessary (SCM patent).

The "Easy" feature is the operating advantage for easy operator assistance.

Integrated and fast control of all dedicated functions on the Ti 5. These features translate into immediate improvements in productivity and guarantees the capability and the full potential of the machine.

On display will be an SCM Sandya 300 RCS Wide Belt Sander, with 1100mm working width that is ideal for small and medium-size woodworking, door and panel companies as it can offer solid wood and panel calibrating and veneered panel sanding operations, plus any other sanding requirements with a working thickness of 4

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- 170mm.

With pneumatic selectors for the first infeed steel calibrating roller and the elastic sectional pad in the combination roller / pad unit, plus electronic positioning of the work table and with the Logic 50K electronic programmer for controlling the operation of the sanding pad, the Sandya 300 RCS is a very popular sander.

An Accord 20FX CNC Machining Centre for the production of windows, doors, stairs, solid wood parts and for all those processes that require high level machining, while maintaining high standard in terms of precision and finish quality, will be demonstrating the machining of 4-piece pre-finished window components at W14 and the easy setting of the bars and pods on the worktable.

For further information: Tel: 0115 9770044 Email: scmgroupuk@scmgroup.com www.scmgroup-uk.com STAND: 8E540/550 7E560/570

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Format 4 at W14 Format 4 part of the Felder Group, is one of the world’s leading suppliers of woodworking machines for artisan, commercial companies and industry. Format 4 woodworking machines are the premium line of machines from the Felder Group, offering first class design, technology, precision and ease of use at an extremely fair price. Cutting edge technology and reliable Austrian engineering are always a guarantee, so you can never go wrong with Format 4’s quality and precision.

Managing Director of Felder UK, Matthew Applegarth explained how ‘the quality of Felder products is the key to our customers’ success. We therefore try to work and collaborate closely with woodworkers to get the best outcome every time’. High precision and ease of use speak volumes for the brand that offers affordable luxury. All around the globe Format 4 customers value the quality of service and attention they have received, so come and visit us at stands 7F660, 7F670 and 7F80 to experience the endless possibilities.

Alongside standard machines like Panel Saws, Planer-Thicknessers and Spindle Moulders there is a complete special machine program with CNC machines, Edgebanders and Wide Belt Sanders providing woodworkers, business and industry with the possibility of having a complete Format 4 workshop. Matthew Applegarth says that it really is ‘the complete package’ as Format 4 customers are provided with not only fantastic machines but also great service.

Embark on a journey with Felder or continue with your existing journey.

For more than 50 years, we have committed ourselves to developing, producing and selling first rate woodworking machines. Today, Felder Group machines are amongst the best selling in the world.

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For further information: Tel: 01908 635000 www.format4.co.uk STAND: 7F660/670/680

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PREVIEW AMS Launch New Vertical Panel Saw Brand Into UK Market Leicestershire based Advanced Machinery Services (AMS) has announced the launch of a new range of vertical panel saws that will premiere at the W14 exhibition, in the NEC, Birmingham this October.

Designed specifically for the entry level customer, these European engineered and manufactured saws offer both quality and low price.

AMS director, Steve Foster explains, “The market for sizing large panels continues to grow apace and for some time now, we’ve been looking for a high quality, value for money brand of vertical panel saws to distribute in the UK. “To carry out this type of panel sizing efficiently requires a reliable, accurate saw that can consistently to do the job day in, day out. It needs to be a ‘no nonsense’ product that has a small footprint and with our new Primus brand of vertical panel saws, we’re confident we’ve found the perfect fit. The models we’re importing

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from Europe come with a scoring saw and LED displays as standard, so they are well specified.”

The first model available in the UK will feature an automatic moveable table capable of cutting panels 4100mm x 2100mm. Panels can be cut in the vertical or horizontal and the machine has a digital visualiser for the perfect adjustment of cuts.

Despite the low price, it is a very wellengineered product featuring a completely welded frame. The panel support table has PVC-profiled listels that can be moved automatically to avoid contact with the circular blade in horizontal cuts.

AMS has invested heavily to ensure the launch of this new product range is a success. The new Primus vertical panel saws will be fully supported with spares and service via the well-established AMS network throughout the UK. The company will hold stocks of main spares at its Leicestershire facility with most other spares being available within 48 hours

from the manufacturer in Europe.

“We’re really excited with this new addition to our portfolio,” enthuses Foster, “The saws are designed and manufactured in Europe by a specialist vertical panel saw company with a strong reputation.

“There is no doubt as to the performance of the product. The really impressive part, however, is the price. People just can’t believe it when we tell them how low the investment required is to buy one.

“Visitors to our stand No. 8C335 at W14, NEC Birmingham will be able to see the Primus saws in the flesh, so to speak, and with the interest we’ve had already we are confident we have a winner on our hands,” concludes Foster.

For further information: Tel: 0844 844 9949 Email: sales@advancedmachinery.co.uk www.advancedmachinery.co.uk STAND: 8C335

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The NEW K 940 S Sliding Table Panel Saw Powerful precision in a new design

Your choice of size and specification.

Outstanding performance, perfect for your budget.

01908 635 000, info@ukfelder.co.uk Unit 2, Sovereign Business Park, Joplin Court, Crownhill MK8 0JP MILTON KEYNES

PREVIEW New Combilift 4WSL at W14 Customised handling solutions Combilift will once again be flying the flag for the materials handling sector at W14 with a selection of its customised forklifts which have become a firm favourite in the timber, panels and furniture industries. Since the company launched its first C4000 4way model in 1998 more than 22,000 units have now been sold worldwide and the company leads the way in providing safe and space saving solutions for long and bulky products as well as palletised loads.

New at W14 is the Combilift 4WSL, a two directional sideloader available with 5t and 6t load capacities which was developed for reliable, robust and fast operation when moving timber across extensive sites and offers considerable benefits over other

machines on the market.

Overheating during prolonged operation is a common problem with many sideloaders but Combilift has counteracted any risk of this by incorporating a single Bosch Rexroth variable piston hydrostatic drive motor coupled with a rugged and proven JCB differential axle as used on the JCB 3CX backhoe model. This enables long distance travel at high speeds with no concern of overheating. Very low maintenance wet brakes are fitted as standard on the drive and front steering axles.

As always, driver comfort and safety was a priority in the design stages and the cab features a deep suspension seat with joystick control, and a tilting steering column for easy entry and exit. Pneumatic tyres make for a smooth ride across uneven

surfaces such as cobbles, and the fully glazed front panel in the cab considerably enhances visibility for the operator. As the engine is situated in a low level compartment underneath the platform excellent visibility when reversing is also ensured.

Other exhibits will include the compact 4-way Combi-CB counterbalance design truck available with capacities from 2.5 to 4t with various power options, plus a model from the original C series.

For further information: Tel: 00353 47 80500 UK Tel: 07870 976 758 Email: info@combilift.com www.combilift.com STAND: 6G815

The new Combilift 4WSL two directional sideloader

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PREVIEW Kündig at W14 KÜNDIG welcomes you to stand 7G780 previous “Working With at W14 to see examples of the Wood” series show and, comprehensive range of both wide belt when the time came to and edge sanding machines on display. replace his existing sander, Representatives of Kündig Ltd, as well he knew exactly what he as its continental parent company, will wanted. be available to talk about the benefits of a Kündig sander, as well as to demonstrate the machines’ capabilities.

Kündig Ltd’s Carl O’Meara expects that there will also be a host of satisfied Kündig customers on hand to share their Kündig Premium-2 1350-RE experiences. He says, “Generally, during the course of these shows, existing Kündig customers come to visit the stand, to The Brilliant 2 1350 REd-L also has two express their delight with their sanding heads, and has a working width of machines. It creates a very 1,350 mm. The “L” means that the machine good vibe — at the previous is configured for exhibition, especially on the lacquer sanding, Sunday, it was very much where the amount like a Kündig reunion.” to be removed can Representing wide-belt be as little as 0.01 sanding will be the mm. This sander Premium 2 1100 RP and has a first contact Brilliant 2 1350 REd-L roller for accurate sanders. calibration of Demonstrations the material, will be taking place while the second head regularly on both. is an electronic Kündig sanders are segmental sanding designed to make the pad. Such a machine operator’s work as was purchased by straightforward as possible.

David J Haddock, who Kündig Brilliant – 21350-RPd This is achieved through an describes it as easy-to-use control panel, and a sanding being “worth its weight in gold”. head which rises or falls by 3-200 mm to As well as all the features match the height of the work-piece, rather offered in the Premium than the other way around. range, the Brilliant range The Premium 2 1100 RP has two includes at least one sanding heads and a working width of 1,100 sanding head mm. While it tends to be selected especially configured for for solid wood applications, it is also highly Kündig’s suitable for working with panels. The patented oblique Premium range is available with one to sanding three sanding heads, in various technology, which configurations, and in standard working enhances the quality widths of 650 mm, 1,100 mm, 1,350 mm of the final workpiece and 1,600 mm. by ensuring that any tiny One satisfied customer with a Premium flaws that develop in the 2 1100 RP is Steve Ladbury of John Ladbury sanding belt over time are not and Company: Steve had seen a transferred to the workpiece. demonstration on the Kündig stand at a Also on show will be the range of Kündig

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edge sanders: the Basiq, Uniq and Uniq S. The Uniq and Uniq S feature a heavy cast iron working table on one side for solid wood sanding, as well as a similar table on the other side for veneer sanding. While the Basiq is one-sided, with selected options it can be switched from sanding solid to veneered woods, from straight to bevelled edges, all within seconds. As the height adjustment and the tilting of the abrasive on the Kündig Uniq edge sanding range is motorised, there is no need for the tables to be adjusted.

Available options on the edge sanding range include a telescopic table extension, allowing for the easy handling of large workpieces; castors, allowing for enhanced mobility; a semi round table for sanding curved pieces against the rubber covered driving roller; and an extra table with mandrel and abrasive bobbins for external and internal shapes.

So why not pay a visit to the Kündig stand, 7G780, at W14, where you will be assured of a warm welcome.

As Carl O’Meara summed up: “Exhibitions are always a rewarding experience for us as it gives us the opportunity to meet and greet many of our existing customers and have the pleasure in meeting potential new ones.”

Kündig Uniq-S

For further information: Tel: 0845 833 0565 Email: info@kundig.co.uk www.kundig.co.uk STAND: 7G780

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PREVIEW Quiet, Dust-Free, and Runs at Half the Price Dust Control Systems has commissioned an energy-saving dust extraction plant for Showerwall’s bathroom panel production facility.

The custom-designed dust plant serves the manufacturing premises for Showerwall – a waterproof panelling system consisting of high pressure laminate bonded onto an MDF core. Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, the site processes more than 210,000m of board per year.

Investing in a state-of-the-art dust extraction system was one element of a complete re-location programme which involved moving existing panel processing machinery from the company’s old site, then re-installing and commissioning at the new premises. DCS engineers were consulted well in advance to fully assess the requirements and their brief was to devise a scheme that would satisfy all performance needs, whilst also achieving minimum downtime by having the necessary plant

and equipment in place to reconnect machines as they came back on line.

With an external area on the residential side of the building earmarked to house the new dust plant, Showerwall were resolute from the outset that the system should be silenced to an acceptable level. To this end, DCS installed both the main fan and waste fan within sound enclosures, and the plant also benefitted from the installation of an Ecogate on-demand system which optimises fan speeds, thereby reducing extraction volumes which results in lower noise levels. To complete the soundproofing process, Showerwall commissioned the construction of an acoustic enclosure which surrounds the whole dust plant.

The compact DCS filter employed is an NFSZ modular unit, fitted with highperformance ‘Superbag’ polyester filter bags. It has an airflow capacity of 20,500m3/hr and is capable of efficiently coping with varying loads of wood dust and chips. The filter plant incorporates a rotary

Externally-sited filter plant contained within an acoustic enclosure.

Central control of dust extraction and spark detection functions.

A section of the re-located Showerwall panel processing shop.

valve and waste conveying system which transfers woodwaste directly to a sealed box cart. An ECOGATE greenBOX12 controller, in conjunction with a variable speed drive, automatically adjusts the speed of the main extraction fan as woodworking machines come on line or shut down – resulting in projected power savings of over 50% versus a traditional system. Also incorporated into the plant is a spark detection and extinguishing system which comprises a detection zone within the ductwork which triggers a water extinguisher if a spark is detected.

Niki Gething, Showerwall Production Manager, says: “Everyone here is delighted with the DCS plant which provides us with an automated system that quietly and efficiently goes about the task of dust extraction. We were also very impressed with the standard of work and the way DCS handled every aspect of what was a very time-contingent contract.”

For further information: Tel: 0800 040 7116 Email: sales@dcslimited.co.uk www.DCSlimited.co.uk

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PREVIEW C R Onsrud at W14 C R Onsrud continues their philosophy of continuous improvement to maintain their position as one of the leading manufacturers of CNC routing and milling machines.

The entry level MATE Series is now offered with OSAI control which has been a standard feature on the TECH and PRO Series machines for a number of years.

OSAI control with colour touch screen and PC interface offers greater flexibility for real time changes to maximise productivity. Additionally a standard Windows operating system provides a friendly and familiar operator interface.

In addition the wide range of 3, 4 and 5 axis machines are available with options of fixed or moving gantry, multihead dual process technology options, single and twin tables, high rail models to handle very large components and the recently introduced Hybrid Mill Series which offers the speed and flexibility of routing with milling capacity.

Specifications for all the C R Onsrud range can be found at www.cronsrud.com and ATA Engineering Processes will be pleased to arrange demonstrations inhouse or with customers.

Remember whatever your requirements C R Onsrud has a solution.

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For further information: Tel: ????, Email: sales@ataeng.com, www.cronsrud.com, www.ataeng.com Stand: 6E634

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PREVIEW Boere Sanders within Reach of Everybody Again the world’s leading specialist manufacturer of wide belt sanders and sanding solutions, Boere, will be exhibiting at W14 with their UK sales partner Calderbrook Woodworking Machinery on Stand 8F639.

At W14 the Select +Plus+ will be on show, a wide belt sander offering the complete package for every sanding requirement.

Depending on the application, the machine can be equipped with different numbers and combinations of units: from a simple 1sanding unit machine to a multi-functional planing-sanding machine or texturing brush machine.

This machine has a standard working width of 1350 mm and a constant passline so that commissioning in a production line is very easy. Likewise, in- and outfeed roller

systems can be easily placed in line in front and behind the machine. Operation takes place through an operator friendly touch screen including full fault diagnosis. Easy access to the different machine parts and clear construction makes maintenance quick and economical.

Also the Boere Sandrite for the medium to large workshop will be exhibited. A compact and strong machine that can be relied on. The machine is simple to operate and can also be equipped to sand veneers and lacquers when building in a segmented sanding pad. PLC control is standard as well as the full fault diagnosis.

All Boere machines come with 2 year warranty and different payment options are possible such as loan and hire purchase agreements at competitive rates.

For further information: BOERE MACHINEFABRIEK: Tel: +31 (0)182 – 614400 CALDERBROOK WOODWORKING MACHINERY LTD: Tel: 01706. 873344 STAND: 8F639

BA is Making a Difference It’s an exciting time for award winning furniture and components manufacturer BA Components. As they gather momentum for the W14 Show in Birmingham on the 5th to the 8th of October, there is much for BA to shout about as they make a difference in the industry.

There are many things happening in BA’s sphere, with the most recent launch of their brand new ‘Complete’ range.

Designed to make kitchen assembly easier than ever before, BA are combining the handiness of their ClicBox carcass with the ready availability of their Pronto doors and complimenting both of these with ready assembled, ready to go Hettich drawer boxes and hinges.

Available to order via BA Live, their interactive on-line ordering system, early interest has been brisk and growing every day as BA dealers appreciate and realize the benefit in time, productivity and ultimately their bottom line.

Apart from the sink and worktop it truly is ‘complete’ and to add even more value, they’ll dispatch it within 48 hours.

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Priding themselves on quality, sustainability, durability and innovation, BA has recently launched a brand new bedroom brochure. The launch of a new brochure is always an exciting time for BA components as it generates a big buzz and for all their dealers. The new bedroom brochure is bigger and better than ever before with the launch of brand new colours.

What’s even better is that it can be downloaded straight from their website which means no waiting around on the postman.

The seven new colours are across Bella and Zurfiz and there is one new style that looks stunning and all complimented by a wide range of matching accessories to make the bedroom truly your own.

With Ultragloss cashmere, Ultragloss light grey and Ultragloss mussel new to the Zurfiz collection there is something to suit all tastes.

In the Bella collection there are four new

fantastic colours with Burnt Oak, Matt Cashmere, Matt Dove Grey and San Remo Rustic.

BA are always striving to offer the best product with a wide range of options and of course, great customer service for all their dealers.

If you are interested in becoming a dealer then visit the website: www.byba.co.uk Email: marketing@bacomponents.co.uk Tel: 028 86764600.

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PREVIEW Blum Go Live at W14 Blum will exhibit at the premier national event for furniture manufactures and joiners with a live stand that will demonstrate how to use and create furniture with Blum products using their jigs, machines and technical e-services.

For once Blum will not be showing their actual products but rather demonstrating the depth of their technical support for fitted furniture at all levels. (However, Blum products can be seen on the stand of one of their main distributors Isaac Lord, which is close by in the Hall).

The Blum stand will be split into two sections – one showing how to use their technology and tools for traditional wood framed and in-frame cabinets, and the other for manufacturers using metal drawers and pull-outs for contemporary layon doors.

Blum’s Dynalog technical e-service system will be demonstrated on two large flat screens on the stand.

Blum UK Sales and Marketing Director David Sanders says that being at W14 gives them the ideal opportunity to show customers how they work practically with wood.

For the first time since they have exhibited in the UK Blum will be selling their tools and jigs from the stand with a discount for orders taken at W14.

For further information: Tel: 01908 285700 www.blum.com STAND: 6D514

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DECORATIVE SURFACES

Latham’s Latest Surface Solutions Win Favour with Joinery Sector Two of James Latham’s latest additions to their surfaces solutions portfolio – Mirror Gloss and Natural Touch – both part of the innovative and ‘on-trend’ Kronodesign range - are already generating massive interest from within the joinery and woodworking sector.

Mirror Gloss Mirror Gloss, which pushes the boundaries of depth and definition, colour and reflective gloss, is produced using first class particleboard and high quality melamine film, achieving a gloss level of 140 points for decorative use in the furniture industry and interior design.

The new range comprises 20 highly durable, scratch resistant, light and colorfast decors that include 14 sparkling gloss colours, four wood grains and two fantasy decors.

The perfect application for Mirror Gloss MFC is fine domestic spaces, home and office furnishings, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms as well as luxury retailing and shop fitting.

Mirror Gloss is perfect for fine domestic spaces, home and office furnishings, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms as well as luxury retailing and shops.

Natural Touch Another product from the Kronodesign range, Natural Touch is the first ‘embossed-in-register’ melamine board where the grain texture precisely matches the surface finish. Now, the authentic look and feel of real timber - the graining, the subtle variations of shade and tone - is accessible on almost any project.

Natural Touch is pre-finished, extremely durable, easy to work with and offers consistency in both colour and grain. This means that architects, interior designers, contractors and furniture makers can now achieve an authentic rustic realism using melamine.

With Natural Touch, the applications are almost limitless. It can be used for cladding walls, building furniture, creating fixtures as

well as making striking punctuations to spaces and surfaces and the versatility of this product has made it particularly popular within the shop fitting and hospitality sectors.

Chris Sutton, managing director of James Latham commented, “The Kronodesign range represents one of Kronospan’s biggest investments in product research and development and it shows.

This range is fantastic and the market has certainly responded.

Mr Sutton added, “James Latham now offers one of the UK’s widest ranges of innovative surface solutions. We have a history and expertise in bringing new and innovative products to market and these latest additions fit perfectly within our portfolio.”

For more information: Tel: 0116 257 3415 Email: marketing@lathams.co.uk www.lathamtimber.co.uk STAND: 6A260

With Natural Touch the applications are almost limitless

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RENOLIT’s 2014 Highlights Collection Launched A stunning selection Almost 60 new stock range additions together with 20 recent 2013 dÊcor introductions are now showcased in the 2014 RENOLIT Highlights Collection Binder.

This year three main areas of focus are prominent. Oaks decors provide one focus with the trend towards rustic romance unchanged.

Another is the cool elegance of high gloss surfaces, with a variety of solid colours, contemporary metallic prints. With the third the continued emergence for the delicate feel of satin, matt and supermatt surfaces.

Orleans Oak Orleans is a uniform oak with linear detail. As oak remains prevalent, this version will undoubtedly be popular. It features

a uniformly coloured vertical design with gentle cathedrals and pale wood stroke undertones which are emphasized by the structured Veralinga emboss. Available in two colour ways, mid-dark mushroombrown Oceanic A and lighter beige-grey of Oceanic B.

Matt Three levels of matt surfaces are now offered by RENOLIT; satin, supermatt and tactile suedette matt. Satin has a shimmering matt surface that conveys an unmistakable silky luster which simply entices you to touch it. Supermatt has a smooth surface while Suedette Matt has a velvety textured finish which unites a great combination of both aesthetics and performance.

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A stunning selection An astounding spectrum of twenty-six new colours are introduced including new neutrals, light and dark greys, deep reds, on trend yellows and blue-greens, and darker browns extending the high gloss offer to thirty-eight in total.

The Highlights Collection showcases the newest designs in the global 3D stock range which totals an extensive 234 RENOLIT COVAREN and RENOLIT ALKOREN decors. The complete

collection can be viewed in this years edition of the 3D Stock Range brochure, copies of which are available on request.

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New Product Launches Prompts David Clouting’s W14 Return David Clouting will exhibit at W14 to launch its latest innovative designs, aiming to build on its highly successful performance at W12.

The exhibition is seen as the ideal opportunity to introduce its latest surface sheet materials and further build on the company’s reputation for cutting-edge design.

The main focus of its W14 stand will be an array of new Decofoil stock decors. The four new F3 colours include Porcelain White WAR51, Alabaster YEM18, Mussel YEM16 and Cashmere NCAB4.

All four endorse the latest trend for solid colours, recreating the painted wood effect to the company’s usual high standards. A further essential element is matching with existing product on the market to allow designers to maximise the impact in all areas.

David Clouting’s new Decofoil colours are therefore aligned with existing MFC product for Alabaster, Mussel and Cashmere, while its Porcelain White is a specific match for Egger MFC. More good news for furniture manufacturers is that the F3 texture can be produced in both membrane pressing and wrapping and lamination grades, providing the option for five-piece doors to be used alongside vinyl-wrapped doors.

David Clouting at W12 David Clouting customers have come to expect a wide range of services and so will not be surprised to hear there are more options available. In addition to its Decofoil stock range, the company can also meet made-to-order demand for manageable quantities of its lamination and wrapping grade.

Further displaying the diversity available from the company’s association with LG Hausys, David Clouting will also display its excellent range of vinyl floor coverings. With wear and slip resistance qualities inherent throughout, these are suitable for use in a wide range of commercial and health care environments.

Yet more choice will be available with a display of LG Hausys Interior Film and, as if all the above was not enough, the company plans to exhibit additional new Decofoils which are currently under development.

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EGGER UK Launches New Room Visualisation App Laminate and wood panel manufacturer EGGER UK has launched a new app for tablets and smartphones that puts a virtual design studio in the palm of your hand.

Building on the success of its PC application, it provides a revolutionary new way of being able to visualise how colours and decors will look as part of a room. Using high definition scans, designers can quickly create decor combinations in room settings ranging from shops, hotels and restaurants to kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Available for iOS and Android operating systems, EGGER VDS features all of the decors in the company’s recently-extended ZOOM range – with 23 new decors and six new textures, as well as its laminate and cork+ flooring collections.

With around 30 room sets available, users can quickly place decors onto the surfaces in the room.

EGGER UK head of décor development Elliott Fairlie said: “Sometimes carrying a swatch or real samples isn’t practical – particularly given the size and breadth of our range following the new ZOOM introductions.

“The free app gives quick and easy access to all 250+ of our finishes in a large scale. But as well as being a digital swatch you can place the decors onto doors, end panels, tables, shelves, in fact

most of the furniture and flooring in each room. There’s no patchwork quilt effect or graininess.

“This very quickly enables designers to evaluate how a décor might look as a piece of finished furniture, helping to speed up the product development or specification process significantly.

“The app also makes suggestions for the most effective colour combination with your chosen décor, whether that’s a complementary finish for the wall, furniture or flooring.

“And once you’re finished you can save the room sets for future reference and perhaps send it to a colleague or client via e-mail.”

As well as being available to use offline, the app complements Egger’s web-based VDS ONLINE site and VDS PROFI – a desktopbased programme that also allows the user to not only place décors onto furniture in various room-sets, but also to import their own room-set pictures and map the décors onto those.

The EGGER VDS app is available from the Apple App Store or Google Play. It is compatible with Android v4 onwards, or Apple iOS 6 and above. Simply type in “VDS App” on your device.

For details of ‘VDS ONLINE’ or ‘VDS PROFI’: www.egger.com/vds

The new app for tablets and smart phones puts a virtual design studio in the palm of your hand

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Innovation in Design at Decorative Panels Lamination Ltd Innovation in design is always at the forefront of Decorative Panels minds with continual development in the latest surface textures and finishes.

Decorative Panels Group Design Director, Julian Tatham, reports on the companies exciting developments that are ready to sample into the market.

“Working closely with our printing partners we have developed a wide range of 3D designs featuring the latest in textured surface development. The surface creates a premium look, with superb print quality but best of all it makes you want to reach out and touch it to achieve the full sensory experience. It is so authentic that this collection of designs not only looks like, but now also feels like the real thing – natural wood products.

The range consists of nine designs offering a broad spectrum of tonal shades and surface textures, modern and on trend designs suitable for a wide range of markets.

White woodgrain is a clean bright design, the surface texture creates intrinsic interest and adds character to the simplest of decors.

Katthult is a furniture décor that epitomises the current trend for Scandinavian design. Bright, light and full of life with an abundant use of colour that can be appreciated to the full when viewed alongside natural tones.

With gentle planking, an open and structured pore and small cut flowers which together create a remarkable overall appearance for our next design, Redgate. Redgate has a strong structure that is curiously calm and soft.

Iconic Beech brings new life to this recently overlooked design. Full of life with a natural fine balance and of course superbly tactile.

Nash Oak is a very different and special design, nothing like to ones we know. Correspondingly lively and natural, it has a mellow, warm & homely used look.

Strong in expression with a distinctive structure, Nelson has a grey-whitish pore and a gold-bronze hue to the overtone, allowing infinite toning with trend colours.

Bobs Pine brings the look of driftwood to the market, textured and sculptured by the elements, roughly honed using basic tools with masses of character.

Maxim Rich is a real eye catcher. A mixture of elegant graining enhanced by the darker lines gives this design real substance and

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presence reinforced by its power when used side by side with a single colour.

Maxim Dark completes the full of palate of colours and surface textures. The 3D range that we now have available to sample opens opportunities in design like never before.”

Julian goes on to expand on the latest uni-colour offering that Decorative Panels Lamination have ready to launch.

“All woodgrains are now developed to be used with uni-colours, they must contrast, compliment, co-ordinate and create a harmonious combination. The use of uni-colours is evolving and is becoming enormously important within furniture and interior design. To this end we are continuously looking to update our range of unicolours, the latest products ready to launch from DPL are, Ruby Red, Electric Blue, Petrol Blue, Duck Egg Blue, Lime Wash, Shaded White, Virginia Grey, Moon Grey & Praline.

Colours that compliment and work well with our stock unicolours such as Sand Beige, Dakar, Mussel, Cashmere and Alabaster plus of course many of the designs in our dp-décor and dp-specialist ranges.”

Finally Julian talks about a ground breaking development in acrylic surfaces.

“We have for many years sought to develop an alternative to traditional glass mirrors and now believe we have succeeded. This acrylic surface is bonded to MDF in exactly the same way as we process all other designs in our dpspecialist portfolio. An easy solution to the developing trend for mirrored plinths in kitchens and mirrored fronts in bedrooms.

An added advantage is that this material won’t crack or shatter so is ideal for situations where safety is a priority. Why not take a look?”

“Book a visit to our brand new Marketing Suite where these and many more innovative products are on permanent display – I am sure you will be amazed at what we have to offer.”

“Keep looking out for the latest development, new designs are coming out all the time.”

For samples, please contact us on our sample hotline number: Tel: 01484 324621 www.decorativepanels.co.uk

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Lathams Bolster Laminate Range In a move which significantly strengthens it’s credentials as a leading laminate supplier in the UK, James Latham is now offering the entire range of Egger laminates nationwide, across all nine of its panel depots, including Scotland.

The enhanced range now encompasses the full 259 decors in Egger’s ZOOM collection of laminates - including the 23 new additions recently introduced by Egger - and it is available directly from stock -and in most cases for next day delivery - depending on location.

The increase in stock has seen James Latham invest in additional racking to ensure that decors can be easily identified and picked quickly, efficiently and with the minimum risk of damage.

Jason Ream, Group Product Champion for Laminates at James Latham commented, “This latest commitment is a clear signal that we are a serious laminate supplier and ensures national availability of Egger’s entire ZOOM range throughout the Latham Group.

“The impressive ZOOM collection has already proved extremely popular with customers and now, with the entire range available under one roof, I am confident that it will boost sales not only among existing customers, but new ones too.”

James Latham is now offering the entire range of Egger laminates

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Kronospan Introduces a New Pure Wood Texture Kronospan has expanded its textured surface range with the rollout of a new wood grain press plate to its manufacturing plants across the globe.

Developed using Kronodesign’s latest commercial and trend intelligence, the new press plate gives designers the option of a replacement wood grain structure, with matte effect and muted lustre.

The new textured surface is called Pure Wood and features in nine new decors launched to a global audience of interior, furniture, product, building and architectural designers and specifiers.

Mark Bircham, Kronospan's product development manager, says: “The challenge was to carefully replicate nature while meeting the market’s desire for future design. With this in mind, we invested in a new wood grain surface texture to create an understated and elegant wood structure, which furniture and interior designers currently crave.

“It’s a natural wood grain structure with a raw veneer look. There are no complicate cathedrals, knots or blooms, but simple narrow and slightly wider wood grain pores. It means the press plate structure can work beautifully across different timber types such as oak, walnut, elm and ash.”

Pure Wood’s simple wood grain pattern and matte effect produced by the new surface texture complements the current interior Krono CON Pioneer establishing (FO1) trend for a sparse interior backdrop. The low-key wood texture also softens the bright furniture colours dominating the design shows and matches gentler tones like the popular greys, mochas and cappuccinos.

Kronospan’s new surface texture is now being used as part of Kronodesign’s 2014 trend update, which includes 13 new decors that come with full design exclusivity unique to the trend collection.

Each new surface decor has been independently researched and developed by the Kronodesign team based on market intelligence and a tireless global design journey for inspiration.

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Krono CON Submerged Cameo-B (FO2)

Krono CON Supergeek Cameo-B (FO2)

Krono CON Assembled establishing (FO1)

To find out more about Kronospan’s Pure Wood surface texture and its 2014 range of surface decors: Tel: 01691 773 361 Email: sales@kronospan.co.uk www.kronospan.co.uk

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Refreshingly Strong Bath Panels with Caberwood Caberwood MDF Pro from Norbord is a premium-grade, moisture-resistant MDF with a uniform density which is ideal for bath panelling and other light joinery applications.

Suitable for straightforward machine and surface finishing, and available in six standard sizes, it offers the benefits of timber without the natural defects.

The product, which is made in Cowie, Scotland, has been designed to be easy to saw, drill, shape and rout without splintering or chipping. It is also designed to look good; it's ideal for most high quality paint and surface finishes including the application of paper foils and veneers.

In addition, Caberwood's high quality fibres and internal bond strength mean that the product boasts superior screw and fastener compared to other types of panel variations.

As with all Norbord products, Caberwood MDF is made from timber grown in sustainably-managed European forests and certified to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) standards. It also conforms to European E1 emission standard, complies with BS EN 622: Parts 1 and 5, and carries the CE mark.

Norbord’s Caberwood MDF is perfect for a number of applications

For further information: Tel: 01786 812 225 www.norbord.co.uk.

MIX AND MATCH – Create your own home!

Claudia Küchen, Head of Design at Schattdecor: "Various styles characterised by individuality are currently taking the place of single major trends. We offer our customers support based on a sure sense for trends to help them make the right choices".

Following its DECOR SELECTION of decor highlights, Schattdecor is providing further orientation in the form of its 2014/15 TREND AND DECOR GUIDE, setting completely new accents in trend consulting and service quality once again.

"Our customers are having a hard time choosing decors due to the large number of styles and moods out on the market.

Consumers want their own distinctive look, and we thus speak of a so-called individual style. People are creating their own personal environment in a collage of styles – anything goes these days ",

explains Schattdecor Design Head Claudia Küchen.

At SICAM Schattdecor will be presenting its 2014/15 TREND AND DECOR GUIDE and a selection of decors that complement the three themes concerned. In line with the motto MIX AND MATCH, this is to provide customers orientation and help them in their choices. All the decors placed on show at the SICAM are available both in foil and melamine film and with various finishes.

The Schattdecor sales team looks forward to welcoming visitors at its stand A30/A34 in Hall 6.

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For further information: Tel: +39 02-90 833 307 Email: avancini@schattdecor.it

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Browns 2000's Latest Laser Edge Bander On SCM Group's Stand at W14 Exhibition Peter Brown, owner of Browns 2000, the leading UK manufacturer and supplier of vinyl wrapped and Glacier doors, has just placed an order valued at ÂŁ1.65 million for a fully automatic CNC routing and nesting line and a Stefani LASER Edge Bander, both for the production of the very popular Glacier Door range.

To celebrate the arrival of Brown's eighth Stefani Edge Bander, the new LASER machine will be exhibited on the SCM Group's stand (No. 7E570) at the forthcoming W14 Exhibition, 5 - 8th

October, at the NEC. It will be fully working, as if on production, using materials and edge banding supplied by Browns 2000.

As well as the Laser application, the machine will also have the Stefani PUR 'Slimline' gluing system for dual edging, similar to a Stefani edge bander already on production at Browns 2000. A door return conveyor system will be supplied after W14 to Browns, due to space requirements on the stand, along with the LASER machine.

The Glacier door is available in 12 colours, with more to come, using Acrylic

and PVC laminated in house to produce the perfect high gloss surface. It is then edged with matching Laser edging materials to create the appearance of a seamless join with the doors being nominally 19.5mm thickness.

The latest SCM nesting line, 37 metres in length, consists of two Ergon twin-table CNC routing and nesting machines with a board store for 20 stacks of sheets. A DMC cleaning unit and a Stacker at the outfeed completes the line, which will be capable of nesting panels from a sheet at a rate of 280 sheets per 8 hour shift.

Existing Stefani Edge Bander at Browns 2000

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Edging magazine and laser application on Stefani Edge Bander at Browns 2000

On the SCM stand, Browns will also be showing their new range of 22mm thick MFC 'J' profile doors. Using the latest

technology and one of their existing Stefani Edge Banders, Browns will be the first company in the UK manufacturing the

Peter Brown with an existing Stefani Laser Edgebander

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edge handless door so it will be of great interest to visitors.

Peter Brown comments "We are looking forward to the W14 exhibition to give us the opportunity of showing our latest door ranges and enable visitors to see how the Glacier doors are edge banded on our latest Stefani LASER edge banding machine that we will take delivery of immediately after the show. We will have representatives on the SCM stand to show the Laser process and samples of our full range of doors."

For further information: Browns 2000 Tel: 01670 590556 www.browns2000.co.uk SCM Group (UK) Ltd: Tel: 0115 9770044 Email: scmgroupuk@scmgroup.com www.scmgroup-uk.com STAND: 7E570

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New Striebig 4D Saw Offers Full Optimization “With business showing a definite boost over the last six months and woodworkers now prepared to open their cheque books more readily, we are very optimistic about our upcoming appearance at W14,” says Matt Pearce, sales director of T.M. Machinery Sales.

At Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre in October, T.M. will demonstrate the latest machines from the Swiss-made Striebig range of vertical panel saws and the Italian Viet range of artisan wide belt sanders.

To be exhibited for the first time in the UK will be the remarkable new Striebig 4D machine. The 4D is a truly revolutionary development as it is the world’s first vertical panel saw to offer intelligent cut optimization, even for the most complicated panel and strip cutting work.

It represents a quantum leap forward in saw technology, offering outstanding performance levels for the benefit of saw

users who want maximum efficiency. The 4D, which can optimize and cut a full panel without the operator needing to re-handle it once it is loaded, will be shown alongside existing popular models from the Striebig range.

For the first time since being appointed as UK agents by Biesse, Viet’s parent company, T.M. will also be showing machines from the highly efficient and economical Viet artisan range of wide belt sanders.

“Having the latest models on the stand will remind the trade just how superb these Viet sanders are,” says Matt Pearce.

He adds: “Appearing at Britain’s leading woodworking equipment exhibition every

two years has become an important part of our overall marketing strategy.

“We know from our experience at W12 that W14 will give us the opportunity to meet a large number of woodworkers who we would otherwise find it difficult to reach “With the new 4D on the stand plus other popular Striebig saws as well as the Viet sanders, we are expecting a hectic time.”

A model from the highly efficient Viet artisan wide belt sander range.

For further information: Tel: 0116 271 7155.

Email: sales@tmservices.co.uk www.tmmachinery.co.uk STAND: 8F610

Striebig’s new 4D vertical panel saw delivers full cut optimization.

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INSTALLATION Venjacob and Barberan at Fairline Boats When Fairline Boats decided to streamline their finishing departments they went to a number of companies for help and advice.

One company ‘Miller Associates’ was able to offer a package which suited their requirements.

With 40 years experience in the finishing sector, David Miller took technicians from Fairline to Spain and Germany to run trials on their products.

David is always keen to explain that when developing a finishing process and designing a line this must always involve the customer, their lacquer supplier and the machinery suppliers.

Fairline wanted a top quality finish which was durable and able to be achieved automatically and in volume.

The first trials were run at Barberan’s trial rooms in Castelldefels in Spain, where Barberan have a fully equipped finishing laboratory staffed by specialist technicians who will work with the customer and lacquer supplier to create the desired finish.

Fairline wanted to be able to create a clear matt finish on flat veneered panels as well as fill very deep grained Wenge veneer.

A very short UV curing line was designed with an infeed conveyer; heavy duty filling machine; single lamp UV gel unit; Roller coater with special grooved roller and a final two lamp UV curing tunnel. The

The Venjacob line installed at Fairline Boats

combination of these machines enabled the desired finish to be achieved.

The machine line is of a modular construction and can be extended at any time to give a higher volume and capacity.

The second part of the finishing project was to achieve a high gloss clear pigmented finish on the flat interiors of Fairline Boats.

David took the project team to Venjakob in Rheda- Wiedenbruk, Germany, who produce automatic spray machines and drying systems for the furniture and plastic industries.

In the fully equipped trial room, the

The Barberan line installed at Fairline Boats

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Venjakob technicians worked closely with the lacquer chemists to enable Fairline to see how to achieve the finish they required and to prove the drying and curing process.

This enabled a line specification which included panel cleaning; the latest Ven Perfect spray machine incorporating multiple pumps and spray circuits for the clear and pigmented lacquers. This system includes the latest fast colour change over allowing colour changes to be made in 60 seconds. The auto spray machine was followed by drying tunnels including flash off; jetted drying; TL low wattage UV lamps to allow the high gloss lacquers to flow out and beginning drying, followed by full power UV lamps for final cure.

Both the Barberan and Venjacob lines were ordered and installed into a purpose built factory at Fairline’s Corby factory where they are in full production producing the finish on the interior components for the range of high quality Fairline Boats.

For more information contact David Miller at Miller Associates: Tel: 01462 490777 Email: dmillassociates@aol.com Venjacob and Barberan will both be at W14 and look forward to welcoming you on the stand.

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Ney Takes On Vitap Coventry-based Ney Ltd takes on the agency for Vitap, a company with a 60year pedigree.

Sixty years of history lies behind the name Vitap. Founded shortly after the Second World War by two Italian engineers, Pietro Tanzini and Franco Viciani, the fledgling company began by making grinding machines. In1957 the first mechanical drill with one head emerged and this was quickly followed by other models. Soon, a multiheaded drill made its debut and tentative forays began into export markets.

Today, with a solid reputation in CNC working centres, straight and contour edgebanders, nesting CNC machines and through-feed boring machines, Vitap exports its technology to over 80 countries spanning all seven continents.

Vitap’s President, Franco Viciani is rightly proud of his company’s achievements: “Research and technology, our company know-how and experience are here to be shared with all our associates in

The N2 nesting machine is towards the top end of Vitap’s range.

such a way as to give them concrete tools with which to fight the market, improve their sales and service, and maximize their success,” he says. Adds Area Manager, Giacomo Bertoni, “We're always pushing forward and evolving our products. With 6o years of experience behind us, not only do we offer a fantastic range of machines that is competitively priced, we also offer stability and assurance that our machines are designed to the highest standards.”

So what does Vitap offer British manufacturers? Gerd Ney, Managing Director of Vitap’s newly appointed UK distributor affirms, “Vitap is a leading European machinery manufacturer and thanks to its knowledge and expertise in designing and building drilling machines since 1954, its current range of machines offers the small businessman unparalleled results.

“The introduction of Vitap's CNC

High productivity from the Point 2 and the Point 3 are enviable qualities.

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Founded 60 years ago by two Italian engineers, Pietro Tanzini and Franco Viciani, Vitap originally manufactured grinding machines

Above: The new Vitap Point 3 offers accessible technology to the smaller manufacturer

Above: Machines like the Eclipse contour edgebander fit perfectly with Ney’s offer to the smaller manufacturer.

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operated machines really is the icing on the cake. We are selling Vitap machines on a weekly basis and it is fast becoming one of our major product lines. Our customers like the fact that a Vitap is a simple machine to use and, whilst it comes in at a fraction of the price when compared with many CNC machines, it can achieve the same, if not better results than a more expensive model.

“We originally worked with Vitap 20 years ago,” continues Gerd. “We recently revisited its range and soon realised that Vitap was creating machines that were incomparable with anything else on the market. Their build quality, overall efficiently and affordability certainly got our attention.”

Through Ney Ltd, a wide range of Vitap machines will be available, starting with entry level machines like the 27T semi-automatic boring machine and concluding with the advanced N2 and N3 CNC nesting machines.

The Vitap Eclipse, a semi-automatic Edgebander for small and large panels, is ideal for smaller furniture manufacturers and fits perfectly both with Ney’s aim to champion the cause of the smaller manufacturer and with other edgebanders currently offered by Ney Ltd. Also supplementing the Ney portfolio will be machines like the Bridge. Launched two years ago, it adds a new option in CNC point-to-point boring to Ney’s already expansive range. Other machines like the recently launched Point 3 CNC high-speed point-to-point boring machine, equipped with a new loading and unloading system, show just how accessible the latest technology is through Ney Ltd. Gerd Ney adds, “Having over 60 years of experience in the market has helped Vitap develop its designs and fine tune its product line. Vitap has certainly impressed us and we know it will impress others too.”

The Vitap range will be on display for the first time at Ney’s open days from the 5th8th October.

For more information: Tel: 024 7630 8100 www.ney.co.uk

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Flexible and reliable with superior quality The HOMAG Ambition 2200 Edgebanders Whether for batch size one or mass production the world leader in woodworking machinery, HOMAG, has developed technologically advanced machinery that delivers high quality results time after time.

Designed for high grade furniture manufacturers, the HOMAG Ambition 2200 series of edgebanders offers superior quality, flexibility and reliability. All the machines from the Ambition series provide scope for automation and, with their energy-saving features, are environmentally friendly.

A uniform equipment standard has been created for the 2200 series. Each model in the range has a variable feed rate of 18-

25m/min for high productivity, a belt-type top pressure beam guide made of steel for precise work piece guidance whilst all tools are equipped with I-system for optimum chip disposal and the highest processing quality.

Tailored to your needs “Every manufacturer has its own unique set of business needs and processes,” says Simon Brooks, sales and marketing director of HOMAG UK. “This was a key driver in the development of HOMAG’s Ambition 2200 series, a range of edgebanders that can be specified to match exact production requirements. This has been achieved at very cost effective price points whilst

retaining the high quality levels that HOMAG is renowned for across the world.

“The Ambition 2200 range includes models for fast thin tape edging, for thicker coiled tapes up to 3mm, for solid wood strip application up to 20mm and combinations of each. A choice of adhesive systems is available including EVA, PUR, PO, airTec and even laserTec technology or in combination of the aforementioned. Each model has been developed and specified to fulfil specific requirements making it very easy for customers to select the best solution for their business. There’s a further range of options to fine tune the machine into a bespoke solution for very specific needs.

The HOMAG Ambition 220 series come with a uniform equipment standard to ensure superior quality, flexibility and reliability

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The HOMAG Ambition 2274 high speed and quality bonding for Panorama Kitchens

“To improve productivity, any Ambition 2200 model can be installed with a LIGMATECH panel return systems to suit various panel weights and sizes. These return systems reduce operator requirements to one and improve handling, efficiency and quality.”

Reliable, fast and efficient results for Duncan Reeds Duncan Reeds, one of the UK’s leading laminate fabricators, has invested in an Ambition 2264. Director Andy Bilton explains why, “Quality and service are essential to our success; consequently, these two attributes are the most important factors we look for in our machinery suppliers. “We’ve bought from HOMAG for many years and we continue to do so because we can absolutely rely on their equipment to do the job. The HOMAG Ambition 2264 is no exception; it’s fast, reliable and gives a quality finish that we know we can trust. “Operating the 2264 is simple. It runs on the same programme as other HOMAG equipment which makes it very easy for our operators. And, when it comes to changing tapes it is a quick and stress-free process which only takes a few minutes. “Overall, we get excellent service from HOMAG UK. They don’t try and sell us an off-the-shelf-machine; they discuss exactly what it is we want the machine to do and then they tailor a solution that will give us precisely what we want,” enthuse Andy.

Easy operation – quality economical production Manual intervention in the Ambition 2200 series has been reduced to a minimum with an easy to use, reliable

operating system to control the machines units. The HOMAG powerControl P22 is a user friendly interface with a large 19” touchscreen for simple programme call up and accurate setting and positioning of the working units such as the premilling units, pressure zone, end snipping saws, trimming and corner rounding units, spraying and finishing units for fast, reliable changeovers, time after time.

“As well as making the machines simple to use,” adds Simon Brooks, “HOMAG is committed to providing top class production with higher productivity and consequently, lower unit costs.”

High quality PU bonding for Panorama Kitchens Kitchen manufacturer, Panorama Kitchens, upgraded to a new Ambition 2274 edgebander and has been delighted with the results. “The Ambition 2274 has been an immense asset to our manufacturing facility and performs beyond our expectations,” claims Roy Rotherham, managing director at Panorama. He continues, “The speed and end quality of the product has enabled us to increase our output considerably. We have been particularly impressed by the quality of the bond with PU glue which is remarkable. “In terms of operation, the 2274 is extremely easy to programme and control. This combined with the production speed of the machine delivers improved productivity for our business,” concludes Roy.

Ecologically sound With the ecoPlus technology package the machine will run in intelligent standby

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mode where it switches to standby after being inactive for long periods – this reduces energy costs during break periods by up to 90%. Energy efficient motors also contribute to economic power consumption throughout the range. Models are equipped as standard with I-tools which deflect the chips away from the tool cutting edge and dispose of them at a pick-up rate of over 97%, even at low extraction speeds. The Isystem markedly improves not only process reliability, the working environment and productivity, but also reduces energy costs used for extraction.

Extraction costs can be reduced by up to 20% with the valve control system which only switches extraction on for operational units. HOMAG’s I-tool system dramatically reduces the necessary dust extraction requirements compared to standard machines.

The HOMAG Edge The true benefits of investing in HOMAG equipment can be seen not only in the life-time cost advantages of the machinery, but also in being in partnership with the global leader in woodworking machinery. Alongside ground-breaking technology you benefit from integrated software, first class training and service support second to none.

To arrange a demonstration or for more information on the Ambition 2200 series edgebanding models contact Adele Dixon: Tel: 01332 856500 Email: info@homag-uk.co.uk www.homag-uk.co.uk STAND: 8D450/7D460

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Tool Optimisation Seminars Shine a Light on Leitz Tooling Leitz Tooling held a series of Tool Optimisation Seminars and demonstrations its Harlow head office over the summer, including demonstrations of their tooling capabilities on a Holz-Her Dynestic 7516 CNC, kindly donated by Weinig UK for the occasion.

The half-day sessions were attended mainly by panel processing companies and furniture production companies with commercial furniture and interior fit-out contracts. In the seminars, the Leitz team presented the latest in tool optimisation and innovation and discussed a wide range of production issues and tooling problems, including correct RPM, feed speeds and peripheral speeds. The most popular section of the seminars proved to be Leitz’s tips and advice sessions, which covered very specific issues for individual customers, to ideas for solutions for much more common problems experienced by most manufacturers. Increasing noise, or heat caused by friction, were identified as possible warning signs which in many cases could be resolved by correct tooling and balance, and which has an immediate impact on improved accuracy and productivity. Leitz Tooling sales manager Brian Maddox also made an appeal for companies to measure their current tooling

performance, such as to number of cuts, pieces produced, items per day, so they have a benchmark for future comparison.

Mark Gunn, senior manufacturing engineer at powered adjustable chair and bed manufacturer Furmanac Ltd. said the seminars changed the way people thought about tooling. “It became clear that there are things we can easily do which will have a positive effect on tool life and our productivity. This was a really worthwhile seminar.”

Full service contractors Vascroft Contractors Ltd. believe in investing in quality tooling and as a Leitz customer, already experience the benefits of Leitz’s tools first hand. “We’ve realised that we’re using our CNCs at a fraction of their potential and today was another step towards addressing this. The combination of seeing Leitz tooling on the CNC and the briefing from Holz-Her gave us food for thought, as well as reassurance than our systematic approach to tooling with Leitz is the right way forward.”

Leitz’s sales manager Brian Maddox said, “These Tool Optimisation Seminars are a great opportunity for companies to see what’s possible, to find out what a tool can really do, and even how to reduce the number of processes, making for more efficient and profitable businesses for our

Leitz demonstrated tooling capabilities on a HolzHer Dynestic 7516 CNC machining centre kindly donated by Weinig UK

customers. We encourage companies to ask questions and seek advice; that’s what we’re here for.”

Leitz Tooling UK is the largest supplier of tooling to British industry and is the largest manufacturer of tools for woodworking worldwide. The company provides full nationwide service and technical support with regional representatives and supports its products with the Leitz-Lexicon; one of the most comprehensive and informative publications in the industry. Leitz Tooling has trained the Health & Safety Executive and all Leitz tooling is manufactured and safety tested to BS EN847 standards.

Companies can order their tooling directly from Leitz Online Shop – visit http://shopuk.leitz.org, or via Leitz’s Tooling app for iPhone, iPad or Android from Apple’s App Store or Google Play – search for Leitz.

STAND: 8F635 The Leitz team discussed a wide range of production issues and tooling problems.

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Ridgeway Furniture Install 4 SCM Machines Ridgeway Furniture are a carpentry based manufacturing business located in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, formed in 1988 as a bespoke joinery manufacturer, making stairs, hotel furniture and kitchens. During the 1990's, as the golf and leisure industries grew, the company begun to specialise in changing room furniture.

Ridgeway design, manufacture, install and maintain changing room furniture crafted from solid wood and veneer, and have an excellent knowledge of wood- based manufacturing. Having recently increased factory space to expand production, Ridgeway's Managing Director, Mark Cutler, identified the need for new manufacturing processes and machinery, so he contacted Roger Gabb at SCM Group UK, who had supplied a K500 Edge Bander 7 years previously.

To date, Ridgeway has utilised the traditional 'screw and dowel' method of cabinet construction. Using a small drilling machine, with the increase in production, it soon became evident a faster machine with minimum setting up time was required.

SCM's Cyflex F900 PRO BR was demonstrated in SCM's showroom, and after an impressive demo an order was placed.

SCM Hot Press at Ridgeway Furniture

Ridgeway's Operations Manager, Dave Watson, comments "Almost every panel in our cabinets requires some type of drilling or routering, so we thought the Cyflex, which takes up very little floor space, was the ideal machine, in preference to a large CNC machining centre. As the Cyflex can now additionally have a routing electrospindle as well as the standard grooving

saw, the specification met our requirements."

The Cyflex bakelite worktable offers zero set-up time, designed to assist the operator and avoid any setting up procedures. The table allows space for all vertical and horizontal drilling spindles and the grooving saw blade to pass through to machine each panel whatever the positions of the holes and grooves. An automatic side aligning device with the "TP" detecting system for calibrating the opposite panel side reference, securely holds the panels even with the most difficult situations.

The F18 drilling unit, with 12 vertical and 6 horizontal independent spindles (4 along the 'X' axis and 2 along the 'Y' axis) and an integrated grooving blade along the 'X' axis provides the machining of the panels together with the 5.5KW, 18000rpm vertical routing spindle and ISO 30 rapid tool changeover. Maximum 'X - Y' axis speed is 40metres/min. SCM Group's high powered Xilog programming system is very easy to use and is the same as fitted to SCM's machining centres. Auto centralised lubrication is included. Maximum

Ridgeway Furniture’s two SCM Cyflex CNC drilling machines working in tandem

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INSTALLATION workpiece dimensions are 3050 x 900 x 60mm, minimum 200 x 70 x 10mm.

Dave Watson continues "We were so impressed with the Cyflex, within 4 weeks, we decided to purchase a second machine so we could operate the 2 Cyflex's in tandem. Programming the machines is done on the easy-to-use on-board computer or in the office and simply transferred by a memory stick."

At the same time, Ridgeway's edge banding requirements were reviewed, so a more up to date machine was considered, and a machine in SCM's Nottingham showroom was demonstrated and immediately ordered. The model S1000 TERL, which has a very high specification, including the 'I-Touch' Computer, and numerous electronic setting devices including the top pressure beam (together with all the top mounted units) and the positioning of the pressure rollers.

Operating at a variable feed speed of 10 22 metres/minute, a panel spacer at the infeed ensures the best feed rate of the panels is obtained. An Anti-Adhesive Unit is followed by an RT-E Panel Edge Trimming Unit fitted with diamond cutters to give a perfect panel edge for gluing and removing any imperfections since the panels were cut. A Gluing Unit with a hot melt pre-melting hopper feed unit ensures continuous glue flow even when processing long panels continuously.

An End Trimming Unit is followed by an

Drilling, Routing & Grooving saw on Cyflex machine at Ridgeway Furniture

'RSP' In-Line Top and Bottom Trimming Unit and then an 'RI/S' Top and Bottom Tiltable Edge Trimming Unit with a 2position pneumatic kit for fast adjustment of the cutters for different edge trimming; straight, radiused or chamfered. A Corner Rounding Unit is followed by Edge Scraping and an Oscillating Buffing Unit.

Dave Watson comments "The S1000 is the latest edge bander and as expected is very easy to program and set up between jobs. Being longer than our old SCM machine, it is much easier to gain access to

the operating units and make any necessary adjustments and to change cutters. We apply mostly 2mm thick PVC and the finish on our panels is superb."

As Ridgeway had previously sent their laminating to an outside supplier, it was decided to bring the operation in-house to give maximum flexibility and offer shorter delivery times, so an SCM press was ordered, the model GS 6/90 30-13. With a 3300 x 1300mm capacity and heated platens with a 15KW Oil Boiler to heat them, applying laminate to chipboard, MDF or other substrates is quickly carried out.

Dave Watson concludes "We are currently very busy supplying our lockers to fitness centres and golf clubs, as well as furniture to hotels, so the acquisition of the new SCM machines has been of considerable benefit to our business.

Training by SCM has been excellent and we look forward to many years of good service from the CNC Drills, Edge Bander and Press."

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HOMAG UK Stores Up Profit for the Chilfen Group Formed in 1960, Chilfen’s roots were established in the specialist industrial packaging market making softwood and plywood bespoke packaging solutions for the engineering and manufacturing industry. Since those early days, the business has experienced consistent growth and now encompasses three divisions – Joinery, Contracting and Export Packaging – with a joint annual turnover in excess of £6m. In the last couple of years, the Group has achieved significant success in the commercial and retail sectors working directly with blue chip high street retailers plus several high end interior fit out contractors.

One of the cornerstones of the Group’s manufacturing processes is the cutting of stock. “Both the Export Packaging and Joinery companies rely on material being accurately cut to size as and when required,” explains Chilfen’s joint managing director, Russell Childs. He continues, “Historically, we had five employees undertaking this operation processing for both the Export Packaging and Joinery businesses.

“This was done autonomously for each

company, making it not only labour intensive, but also inefficient as a production process. In addition, it was a difficult system to control and greatly slowed down the entire manufacturing procedures for both businesses.”

Looking for an efficient solution “Our old saw, purchased around 13 years ago, was tired and we were concerned that the operating software was ‘outdated’. This nervousness was the catalyst for us to evaluate our entire cutting operation. Our key goals were to find a system that would automate the loading of the saw and give us far more control over the manufacturing processes of the Export Packaging and Joinery businesses.

“Ideally, we wanted to stay loyal to either the Italian or German brand equipment that already existed in the business. From our initial market research it soon became clear that, for this complex system, we were more comfortable with the reliable, advanced German engineering.”

A visit to HOMAG UK and its German parent company “The cutting process being such an important element of our manufacturing

operation, we knew we had to take our time to get the right solution for our business.

We began discussions with HOMAG UK and were immediately impressed by their helpful approach. They got to grips with our unique production requirements extremely quickly, giving us lots of hints and tips to help us achieve the exact specification for our needs.

“Seeing is believing, as they say, and so HOMAG UK arranged a visit for us to go up to S W Watson in Preston who had installed a very similar solution with a HOLZMA beam saw and BARGSTEDT storage system. The visit confirmed to us that this was the way to go, but we wanted to be absolutely certain and so HOMAG UK also arranged for us to travel out to Germany to see several ‘Store ‘n Saw’ installations and visit the HOLZMA and BARGSTEDT manufacturing plants.

“The whole specifying and buying process took three to four months. Roger Wilks, the HOMAG UK sales consultant, was excellent throughout and never once did he try to over-sell us, despite the fact that we were constantly adjusting the specification to get exactly what we wanted.”

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Store n Saw – the HOLZMA HPP 300 is automatically fed by the BARGSTEDT storage system

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“As you’d expect from such a professional German operation, the delivery and installation process went like clockwork. A meeting was scheduled four weeks prior to delivery when they gave us very specific start and completion dates. True to their word, the equipment and engineers arrived at 8am on the specified Friday and the installation was completed plumb on schedule.

“Throughout the installation, HOMAG were always on hand to provide guidance and help so we could get back up and running as quickly as possible. Clearly, with an installation like ours, it wasn’t going to be the work of a moment, but thanks to HOMAG and Chilfen senior staff’s meticulous planning it couldn’t have gone any better.”

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BARGSTEDT storage system – automated stock control and retrieval at Chiltern Joinery

Getting up to speed “To ensure we were able to get the best out of the system HOMAG had arranged comprehensive training. Two of our team went to Castle Donington for training on the Cut Rite software that controls the HOLZMA saw. Cut Rite is a much more flexible system than our old software and it required very little adaptation to integrate into our systems.

“For the detailed BARGSTEDT training, two operators went over to their facility in Germany and this proved to be vitally important in preparing us for the step change the system would bring to our business.

“Final training was done by HOMAG engineers on site during the installation process. Naturally, a complex project like this needs time to become fully integrated and productive within a manufacturing process, but the results we have achieved since its installation have been outstanding.”

Total control with supreme efficiency “We now have total control over the cutting process in our manufacturing cycles. Work is cut for both the Export Packaging and Joinery companies using just two operators rather than the five

previously required. That gives us a saving of up to 120 hours per week alone which is pretty incredible.

“More importantly, perhaps, the automated stock control system means we know exactly what stock we have at any given moment. This enables us to control the work flow for both businesses accurately and efficiently. From our customers point of view this translates to us being able to consistently deliver product at precisely the right time and to the high quality they have come to expect from us.”

Reliable product. Friendly service “In our business we can’t afford downtime, our customers are very demanding and rightly so. With the HOLZMA saw and BARGSTEDT storage system we can rest easy because, like all HOMAG products, they are totally reliable.

It really is German engineering at its best, complimented by great UK manufacturing attitudes.

“For total peace of mind, the system is linked via the internet to Germany, so that any occasional incidents that might occur can be quickly sorted. I have to say though, that we’ve never had any major issues. So, whilst servicing is minimal, we have taken out a 12 month service plan which gives us

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total confidence about the machine going forward.

“Coincidentally, the five months since the ‘Store ‘n Saw’ system was installed have been our busiest ever. There is no way we could have coped with the volume of business going through our factories without this outstanding system. It really has changed the way our business is run and it is delivering outstanding financial returns just as we were told it would.

“From Roger Wilks on the sales side to the technical servicing team, the people at HOMAG are professional but very friendly, open and honest. They provide exactly what you want from a trusted supplier and they have given us the total confidence that the HOMAG Group is the partner with whom we want to drive our business forward in the future,” concludes Russell Childs.

If you would like more information or a demonstration of HOMAG products including the HOLZMA saws and BARGSTEDT storage systems, contact Adele Dixon: Tel: 01332 856424.

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New Showroom and Training Facility for AMS in Leicester Leicester based Advanced Machinery Services (AMS) will be opening a 10,000sq. ft. purpose built showroom and training facility at its Skeffington Mill site later this year.

The new low carbon footprint building will house up to 18 new and refurbished machines in the showroom, all powered up and fully operational with extraction. The facility will also house a retail shop for both the trade and hobbyist to purchase machines and ancillaries.

“Our business has seen tremendous growth over the last few years and this new showroom, training and retail facility is a major investment in our future,” claims Steve McGloin, a director at AMS. He continues, “We recognise the demands of the market are changing all the time.

Customers want a choice; some can’t afford the level of investment required to buy new equipment, but they need a machine and so buying a refurbished model with a 12 month warranty is very attractive to them.

“Our new showroom and training facility will reflect this need, with both new and refurbished equipment on display. Also, from our point of view, having money tied up in stock is expensive; consequently, we want to fully utilise the showroom machinery by using it for training purposes as well.”

Cementing the relationship with specialist training company DIDAC For the training, AMS is extending its association with training company Didac.

By delivering quality training that is secondto-none, Bristol based Didac has established a reputation as the premier training company in the furniture manufacturing and woodworking industries. They manage and run the health and safety at the industry’s W14 exhibition and are heavily involved working with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

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developed close ties with Jon Gibson and Martin James, the founders of Didac. “Jon and Martin are well respected in the industry,” confirms McGloin, “our companies share similar philosophies, so it was a perfect fit for us to develop a partnership with Jon, Martin and their team.”

A comprehensive range of training and consultancy services “In the early days, we offered training services to CNC machine users,” explains Jon Gibson, managing director of Didac.

He continues, “Since then we have expanded our offer to include a wide range of training and consultancy services, When the opportunity arose to become part of this exciting new venture with AMS, we jumped at the chance.

“AMS is centrally located in the UK and therefore ideally sited in terms of it being a convenient place for companies in the midlands and the north to send staff for training. At the AMS Skeffington Mill site we will replicate similar training packages as to those we offer in Bristol.

“Our two Nottingham based trainers will deliver courses out of the AMS building.

Initially we will be offering courses to those already in work that need up-skilling or refresher training and also, via our National

Funding Contract, training those people who are unemployed and looking to gain qualifications to move into the industry.

“For AMS and Didac, this relationship will strengthen both parties’ already strong reputations. For Didac, it allows us to have an impact on the midlands and north of the country, whilst for AMS if offers another string to its bow and makes maximum use of the new facility.

“Finally, it is good for the industry as a whole, something which is very important to both AMS and Didac. We will be running courses that vary in length from one day to six or twelve months and in the future will be looking at ways to work with the schools in the area to train up teachers,” concludes Gibson.

To help promote the training courses run through the new Leicester facility, there will be a member of Didac’s team on the AMS stand (No. 8C335) at W14, 5th – 8th October 2014 NEC Birmingham.

For further information: Tel: 0844 844 9949 Email: sales@advancedmachinery.co.uk www.advancedmachinery.co.uk STAND: 8C335

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Cabinet Vision Takes Pain Out of Creating Dental Cabinets The UK pioneer in creating ergonomic dental cabinets halved its surgery design time and material wastage by switching to Cabinet Vision software.

Paterson Health Group was the first company in the UK to design bespoke ergonomic cabinets for dentists, who historically used ordinary cabinets and sideboards. The new system wrapped around the dentist’s position at the head of the patient’s chair, ensuring both dentist and nurse could easily reach everything they needed.

Managing Director Stuart Paterson says that 35 years on from setting that trend for dentists, it remains the core of their business, although they now also create doctors’ surgeries, medical centres and speciality clinics.

Operating out of 22,000 square foot premises in Gloucestershire with 24 employees, they use Cabinet Vision for designing and manufacturing all orders, mainly from MDF – including melamine for carcases, and MDF core with high pressure laminate for fronts – along with solid acrylic and some Corian. “Because

Cabinets and drawers designed by Paterson Health Group utilising Cabinet Vision software

many dental surgeries are converted houses with unusual-shaped rooms, our standard product range is just the starting point. We need to tailor every cabinet to the customer’s individual needs, and Cabinet Vision does that extremely quickly and accurately.”

After surveying the site and taking measurements they drag and drop each cabinet from the standard catalogue into Cabinet Vision, then customise it to meet specific requirements. “Sometimes it’s just a case of altering widths and heights, but often includes a particular combination of drawers and frontages. Within a minute we can change cabinets from a cupboard to a five-drawer bank. Even splitting drawers and keeping them within the right settings is child’s play for Cabinet Vision.

“When we shrink or expand one aspect, its parametric capability automatically changes everything else, so we don’t have to worry about moving lock holes, handles and hinges. We know they’ll be right, and the software also highlights overlaps and collision points. It saves us so much time.”

The customer then receives a 3D rendering which includes the dental chair so the dentist gets a proper feel for the room. “And thanks to Cabinet Vision we can also invite them to our showroom for a demonstration ‘walk-through’ of their surgery, spinning the image so they can see it from every angle. It even shows them

Stuart Paterson, next to his Anderson Selexx CNC router, can design a full surgery with Cabinet Vision in three hours

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Cabinet Vision’s screen adjacent to the Anderson CNC router

how the light coming into the room will affect their main working area.”

Stuart Paterson says they design a full surgery in around three hours, which used to take all day before they invested in Cabinet Vision.

And using the integrated S2M Center to send the NC code directly to their Anderson Selexx CNC router reduces material wastage by around half. “S2M is an extremely powerful tool. We go from the design screen to Screen-To-Machine which automatically creates the toolpaths, optimising material usage.” Previously their offcuts were often the size of half a shelf, while he describes them now as thin strings of waste. And this saving is fed back to the customer in lower prices.

Before investing in the Andi and Cabinet Vision four years ago, it took more staff three days longer to make a full surgery than it does now. “Someone spent a day writing out a cutting list from the design, then every panel had to be cut from a board, oversized. We had an early CNC pod which we coded at the machine and then we machined everything panel by panel. Now everything’s done in just one pass, and

saves us two and a half operatives in the factory.”

Cabinet Vision also plays its part in helping Paterson Health Group win contracts in the first place. With every job being completely bespoke, they make extensive use of the built-in Bid Centre to produce accurate costings, enabling them to give the customer the best possible price.

“It’s a price-driven market at the moment, and as we sell directly to the end-user we design, manufacture and install, so we need to be highly competitive. As we’re never quoting from standard catalogue items the fact that Cabinet Vision tells us exactly how much board we need for the carcases and fronts, and how many hinges, runners and handles we’ll need, along with putting on the mark-up, which we control, is absolutely vital. It pulls all those things together and produces a quote form which we export to Microsoft Word and send to the customer.”

He describes every stage of Cabinet Vision as being a “one-button-press,” from the Bid Centre to obtain the quote, generating the cutting list from the design, and sending NC code to the Andi.

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As well as dental practices across the UK they also supply the Ministry of Defence, having installed bespoke dental and medical surgeries at military bases in the Falkland Islands, Afghanistan, Belize, Brunei and throughout Europe. Operating in a tightly controlled niche market, Paterson Health Group fully understands about cross-infection, specific waste layouts, how to adequately house specialised equipment, and the different heights required between the dentists’ cabinets and those used by the nurses.

“There’s a world of difference between producing cabinets for this industry and the kitchen trade,” says Stuart Paterson. “But Cabinet Vision lets us translate our 35 years experience into producing exactly what the dentists need quickly, easily and accurately.”

For further information: Paterson Health Group: http://www.paterson.ltd.uk Cabinet Vision: http://www.cabinetvision.com STAND: 6E610

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SOFTWARE

HOMAG Group Software – Making the impossible, possible If you talk to HOMAG customers, it soon becomes abundantly clear that one of the many advantages of dealing with the HOMAG Group is its leading edge software. Over the years, the HOMAG name has become synonymous with innovative technology and precision quality machinery.

The company recognised very early in its development that in order for customers to achieve optimum results from its equipment, HOMAG had to develop simple to operate, reliable software. So, to make the impossible, possible, they have created a variety of top of the range software programmes that enable customers to have complete control over their manufacturing processes.

A prime example of this can be seen at Bluespot Furniture. Bluespot operations director, Dr Andrew Cooper, explains, “Our entire manufacturing system has been built around HOMAG Group equipment because it is the most reliable and technically advanced on the market.

“When moving to our new premises we undertook a comprehensive evaluation of equipment and systems that would help us achieve our goals and it soon became clear that integrated control software would be a pivotal factor in our decision making.”

woodWOP – Take control of your CNC programming system Perhaps the best known and respected HOMAG software is woodWOP. Since its launch in 1992, woodWOP has set the standard in CNC software. Luke Briggs, CNC production manager for Silverlining Furniture is a fan: “The HOMAG Venture 316 5-axis CNC processing centre is the first HOMAG CNC I’ve run and despite the high tech specification, it is so reliable; you press the go button and it just churns through the work producing outstanding quality results, time after time.

“Table legs that previously took two or three days to craft by hand are completed and ready for the next process in less than two hours; it’s just amazing and so easy to use. The

woodWOP software that controls the Venture 316 is totally user-friendly. I went on a four day training course at HOMAG UK’s Castle Donington headquarters and came away bubbling with enthusiasm about the capabilities of the package.”

With its latest edition, woodWOP 7, the HOMAG Group has redefined the boundaries of 5-axis programming. The new 3D version offers a whole new approach.

Whilst in previous router programming methods contour lines were used, now customers are able to select a surface and allow the software to automatically calculate the paths present.

The functions of CAD/CAM which are directly integrated in woodWOP, provide impressive operating simplicity and easy familiarisation for its operator: 3D roughing, 3D finishing, 3D peripheral routing and 2D curve routing.

To help existing woodWOP customers HOMAG has set up a dedicated forum where operators can get advice or support from other users of the software.

The latest edition of woodWOP software is available in 3D

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woodWOP version 7 offers impressive operating simplicity in 3D

Optimisation with eSOLUTION CAD|CAM This furniture design software optimises the production process at the initial design stage, right through to completion of the product. It is specifically configured to create efficient order processing and instant integration to production machinery.

With its modular design, customers need only purchase the modules relevant to their business, making it an extremely cost effective solution that gives furniture manufacturers a real edge. eSOLUTION delivers parametric furniture design in 3D and provides a direct link to the machine technology.

Immediately following the design process, production drawings and bills of material can be created at the click of a mouse with design data automatically forwarded to HOMAG machinery. This means they are directly actuated with all the necessary parameters such as tool selection, drilling pattern, speed feed rate or approach strategy.

Regardless of whether you are working with dimensionally variable carcass furniture or complex furnishing items, such as counters, bars or reception desks,

assemblies are generated in 3D complete with all their connections, processing operations and hardware.

At the same time, woodCAD|CAM creates drawings in a two or threedimensional view, including all crosssections and details for easy communication with architects and developers.

The system encompasses an integrated order and project management capability.

This means planning and design data is calculated directly with material and production costs which can be read out in various forms, such as a manufacturing cost calculation or a quotation template.

Not only is this software the modern way to produce furniture, it is also the only way forward if you want to remain competitive in the ever changing marketplace.

woodNest Professional – Software for nesting shaped parts Developed to make nesting easy, it is used to take woodWOP programmes and optimise them into full-sized sheets so that the user can get the best yield from their materials and, therefore, achieve maximum efficiency.

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“This software gets the most out of materials and time,” explains Simon Brooks, sales and marketing director at HOMAG UK. “It optimises cutting and machining in one programme. woodWOP programs are imported directly, placed on an unprocessed panel and optimised to reduce material costs and shorten the total processing time.

“In designing and developing software, the HOMAG Group has always focused on three key areas: ease of use, productivity and profit improvement. The woodWOP, eSolution and woodNest software packages take performance to a new level of professionalism giving customers the opportunity to improve the control and efficiency of their operation,” concludes Simon.

If you would like a demonstration on any of our software products please contact Adele Dixon: Tel: 01332 856424 Email adele.dixon@homag-uk.co.uk www.homag-uk.co.uk STAND: 8D450/7D460

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SOFTWARE CNC Software Solution Return to W14 Rod Jones of CNC Software Solutions will be returning to W14 for the second time, with great production solutions for both large and small businesses.

With well over 250 installations of GENIO their CNC CadCam Software … their reputation continues to grow.

“We are very happy with how the business has developed. In particular the last 18 months have seen us install many of the X DOOR, X CAB and GENIO packages into firms who are investing again now that they can see the economy improving “….

Said Jones.

The software packages of GENIO, X CAB & X DOOR are particularly well priced for a great flexible software and this couple with excellent on-site training and on-going support makes it a no-brainer!

The show will see the launch of Version 6 for GENIO which includes the latest 2015 AutoCad, along with a NEW 3D machine simulator – so that the operator can view the machining in 3D. Along with a NEW 3D Grayscale import for converting Bitmaps and Jpegs into 3D images.

For those of you that are not familiar with the packages here is an overview: GENIO is a CadCam Software using AutoCad for its drawing base and is able to output machinery code to a range of CNC Machines.

Options include automatic nesting, surface machining in 3 & 5 axis and is available as a single seat or a network version.

X CAB is a parametric cabinet machine software, no drawing to be done. Start with the included cabinet library or use the template generator to design your own, output parts individually or nest them – it’s your choice.

X DOOR is a also a parametric nondrawing program but for house doors and frames. Ideal for the composite door industry. All the usual fittings apertures, locks, tools, hinges and sizing are already included along with the ability to add anything extra you may need.

OTTIMO is a cutting optimization software for angular and single beam saws.

With full functionality to import/export jobs from/to excel files. Also includes a full material library with off cuts, edge library and multi job programming This is a great inexpensive package.

All of these software packages are up and running in the UK to great effect A number of operators that have been trained and supported by Rod Jones were complete novices but with on-site training and on-going support have now become highly competent with the world of CNC Programming.

CNC Software Solutions also have in

their offer, ARCHIMEDE, this is a design, production and commercial Software.

It gives you the capability to manage your production through a single software package.

Right from your first thought about the design of the window/door, you can export windows and glass in dxf format, generate 3D views, get detailed and customizable prints about your project.

ARCHIMEDE can then manage the CNC centres, production lines and other cutting machines using the powerful Cam within the software.

If however you don’t have CNC capability and your requirements are purely design, presentation and quoting, then you can just utilize that part of this great software package.

ARCHIMEDE is being sold and supported exclusively by Rod Jones in the UK… a name you can trust!

To find out more information about the company go to www.CNCsoftwaresolutions.co.uk where you will find information about all the software packages along with YouTube videos to show you how it all works.

Tel: 07985 425739 STAND: 8B245

Using Technology to Make More Profit Technology isn’t just about replacing process for the sake of it, it can help increase profitability. Take quotations for example.

One of the common problems tradespeople have, including joinery companies, is the time it takes to produce a quotation. A forgotten quote is more than just lost work, it can hurt the reputation of your business. There’s software that lets you create good looking quotes whilst on

the move; what’s better they can be sent directly to your customer via email or text, thus cutting costs, plus you retain a central record.

“One of the by-products of using the software has been a significant cost saving of about £5,000 a year in print and postage.”

Work together, even while apart Another good use of technology is for managing busy, dispersed teams where collaboration is essential. Especially important when everyone is working on different projects and/or locations, there are some useful tools available for mobile devices that enable the boss to track activity and keep the lines of communications short.

up automatically. If you break your iPhone/iPad, you must be able to download everything intact to a new device.

Do your homework and don't be afraid to ask difficult questions. Benjamin Dyer is CEO of Powered Now

Atkinsons Joinery is an example of a firm that’s using technology to improve the business. It uses the Powered Now app for iPads and iPhones to computerise and streamline its paperwork. John Atkinson says: “Powered Now has made life much easier for the team here; everything is in a single place and most importantly it’s easy to see what’s been sent, and to whom!

“One of the by-products of using the software has been a significant cost saving of about £5,000 a year in print and postage.”

Do your research

One of the by-products of using the software has been a significant cost saving of about £5,000 a year in print and postage

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Many business owners feel daunted when considering the best options for technology, so check out products that offer some hand-holding/training.

Also ensure information will be backed

For further information: Tel: 0800 011 9036 www.powerednow.com

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SOFTWARE 2020 Demonstrating Insight at this Year’s W14 Exhibition 2020 have chosen this year’s W14 exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham to showcase their recently launched UK version of ‘2020 Insight’ and to demonstrate the breadth of capabilities it brings to the furniture manufacturing industry. The world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software will illustrate to this year’s attendees, just how easy to use this comprehensive operations management solution is.

Designed to maximise the effectiveness of the entire production process, 2020 Insight manages and automates each individual workflow; from the initial design, right through to the order entry and manufacturing stage; each process is programmed to deliver agility, better performance and cost efficiency back into the business.

From October 5th through to October 8th, 2020 will be giving furniture manufacturers the chance to try out this revolutionary software, seeing both the considerable functionality and capability for themselves. The reliability and unsurpassed quality of the product comes together fluently within the design, which aims to combine traditional processes with revolutionary technology, seamlessly.

Insight will help streamline production, improve productivity and maintain cost effectiveness, allowing the manufacturer to easily identify potential bottlenecks in production and proactively manage constantly changing and demanding workloads.

Steve Edge, Director Sales of Manufacturing for 2020 said “W14 will be a significant platform for 2020 this year, giving us the opportunity to demonstrate what we believe is the industries most

advanced and proficient piece of automation software. Innovation within this sector is already pushing the advancement of technology and Insight firmly sits at the forefront of this; delivering real-time, tangible benefits back into the business instantaneously.”

2020 Insight Features Include: Integrated Order Processing, Engineering Automation, Product and Process Configuration, Production Planning, Shop Floor Execution, inResponse Workflow Engine, Integrated Business Intelligence, Business System Integration and much more.

For a full demonstration: Tel: 01204 304040 www.2020spaces.com STAND: 7C392

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WHAT’S NEW Super-Slim Imago Lift & Slide Launches Super-New Website AGB Hardware has launched chooseimago.co.uk, a dedicated website where architects, designers and homeowners can be inspired by Imago, the slimmest wood frame lift and slide door system in the market.

Using its 60 years’ experience creating beautifully designed hardware for windows and doors, AGB Hardware has put Imago Lift & Slide Doors at the cutting edge of timber lift and slide door technology with a frame visible thickness of just two centimetres.

The new “Choose Imago” website offers specification advice, all the latest news on Imago and an extensive image gallery of stunning Imago installations which asks the question ‘Why just live in a place when

you can optimise the space?’ Customers can find their nearest Imago Lift & Slide Door supplier on the website through Imago Points.

The website also has log in area for customers to download and view technical specifications and marketing materials for Imago Lift & Slide.

Marco Zen, UK sales manager for AGB Hardware says: “The market for bifolding doors is shifting towards lift and slide doors as aspirational buyers move away from doors with separate door leafs that break up the view. Imago Lift & Slide Doors frame the view beautifully in timber.

“The new Imago website has been designed to make it easy for architects, designers and homeowners to get

information about the product and find local suppliers quickly. As well as keeping customers up to date, we’ll be offering advice and inspiration with new photos and downloads.”

For further information: www.chooseimago.co.uk

Super-slim Imago Lift & Slide fills a big gap in the market Imago Lift & Slide, the slimmest timber frame lift and slide door hardware system in the market is now available from AGB. The trend for ‘Grand Design’ style homes with open spaces that let in light, give great views and allow easy access is here to stay.

Imago’s super-slim design fills a real gap in the market for companies wanting to offer customers maximum glass area and minimum frame width.

“We know that UK homeowners want to open up their homes but we understand that Britain’s climate doesn’t match the sunshine of the Med. So most of the time these impressive sliding and folding doors will remain closed,” says Marco Zen, UK sales manager for AGB Hardware. “The view to the garden becomes more important and slimmer frames give better views.

“The market for bifolding doors is shifting towards lift and slide doors as aspirational buyers move away from doors with separate door leafs that break up the view. Imago Lift

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& Slide offers customers a panoramic view, beautifully framed in timber.”

AGB’s hardware technology has put timber at the cutting edge of slim-frame lift and slide door design. The new Imago Lift & Slide timber door system means companies can manufacture a frame visible thickness of just two centimetres.

The market leader in Italy, AGB has established a reputation in the UK for high quality engineered hardware. It has more than 60 years’ experience creating beautifully designed hardware for windows and doors. It supplies a range of cylinder locks, multipoint locks, hinges, as well as lift and slide components through a network of distributors across UK and Ireland.

“Imago has been hugely popular since we launched it in Italy last year and we believe Imago will be a success for our customers in

the UK,” adds Marco.

Imago is a new concept with Italian style at its core. It is a complete timber lift and slide door brand with a dedicated website where architects, designers and homeowners will be able to find inspiration and specification advice.

For further information: www.chooseimago.co.uk

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WHAT’S NEW

Makita’s New Slide Compound Mitre Saw Has 65mm Maximum Depth of Cut • 216mm blade diameter runs up to 5,000rpm • Lightweight and portable at 14.5kg for easy site transport • Maximum mitre range of 45° to 60° The new Makita LS0815FL 216mm slide compound mitre saw has a features list ideally suited to first and second fix on-site carpentry operations. It weighs just 14.5kg with a convenient carry handle making it very practical for easy transport from van to site location. Available in either 110volt or 240volt options to suit site regulations, the new LS0815FL has a maximum depth of cut at 90° of 65mm (2.5”).

This compound mitre saw has a 1,400watt motor which will run the 216mm blade up to 5,000rpm without load. The rigid, cast alloy base and twin parallel slides give a high level of accuracy with the blade at any angle. Saws with slides above each other as opposed to side by side as on the LS0815FL, prove to be inaccurate as the drive head has a tendency to tilt the slides into a curved track. Twin material support bars are fitted either side of the base plate which also has a left side sub fence with a fixed fence on the right side. The stock clamping post can be fitted to either side.

The LS0815FL has an LED job light and a laser cutting guide line. The clear view blade cover also helps accuracy in operation. The maximum depth of cut at 90° is 65mm with a stock width of 305mm. The mitre range is 45° to 60°. At 45° bevel angle and at 45° mitre angle, the depth of cut is a useful

Above: MAK1451 216mm slide compound mitre saw.

Left: MAK 1451 LSO815FL compound mitre saw

50mm with a stock width of 215mm. A wide range of high performance blades are available in the Makita accessory range.

This highly accurate slide compound mitre saw is a compact machine with large cutting capacity, it is robust and ideally equipped for all on-site operations.

For further information: www.chooseimago.co.uk

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PROFILE AXYZ Routers on Song at Craft Wales Supplementing the earlier purchase of an AXYZ 4000 Series CNC router, Caerphilly, South Wales-based Craft Wales has now installed a larger AXYZ 4008 machine to further expand its production capabilities. Established in 2006 by husband and wife co-directors Paul and Helen Hogg, the company specialises in the manufacture of bespoke timber products. These are designed primarily for the education market but also include products such as robust timber benches and traditional oak signs that are a popular choice with country parks and rural areas in view of their aesthetic appearance and environmental sensitivity.

Paul Hogg explained: “The original machine purchased from AXYZ International enabled us to increase and enhance the range of products we supply to the school environment that now feature detailed logos and personalised designs. The router was used initially to process plywood and MDF but with the addition of the larger 4008 machine fitted with an AXYZ ATC (Automatic Tool Change) facility we are now using PLAYTECH, a German plastic product that will enable us not only to add more detail and colour to the products manufactured for the school environment but also allow diversification into new markets such as tourism and craft skills.”

The AXYZ 4000 Series routers now installed at Craft Wales are the most popular in the AXYZ International portfolio for industrial woodworking, furniture production, joinery and panel processing applications. The latest 4008 machine has a processing area of 2,440mm (length) by 1,466mm (width). It can be supplied with a host of both standard and optional performance-enhancing features, including a recently expanded (up to 33-station) automatic tool change facility that provides both automatic and manual tool change options.

In addition to the expanded ATC facility, a number of new or recently introduced machine upgrades are now available to AXYZ router owners, the most notable of which is the AXYZ Auto Zone Management facility.

This ensures that the material being processed

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The AXYZ 4008 CNC router in operation at Craft Wales

is always held securely throughout the routing/cutting process to provide optimum accuracy and a superior cut finish. In addition to greatly improving material hold-down efficiency, the facility also helps minimise material wastage and machine downtime caused by incorrectly set vacuum valves.

Other machine enhancements introduced

by AXYZ International include the latest A2MC machine control system that eliminates problems caused by sudden acceleration or deceleration often found with other control systems. Integrated with the A2MC system, the latest AVS (AXYZ Vision System) enhances machining accuracy as well as offering compatibility with all of the cutting tools used on AXYZ routers. A further optional machine upgrade is the latest helical rack and pinion drive system that greatly reduces wear via the system’s multiple gear teeth configuration. This ensures a more even distribution of the workload, resulting in increased feed rates, greater accuracy of cut, quieter operation and ultimately a longer than normal machine life.

A project involving the use of an AXYZ router and one of which Craft Wales is especially proud is the Play Train produced for the school environment. As Paul Hogg explained, “The router has been invaluable

in honing the design and customising the various sections that make up the engine and carriages. Schools are now able to choose between faces or school logos and badges. The train was originally manufactured from plywood and painted by hand which proved a time-consuming process. We can now use a combination of the self-coloured plastic material and the AXYZ router with its ATC facility to manufacture the product faster and without the need for a paint finish.”

On the service provided by AXYZ International, Paul Hogg was fulsome in his praise. He concluded: “Craft Wales found AXYZ International to be a highly professional company with which to deal.

The engineer who supervised the installation of the second router was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, instilling complete confidence in our staff during the training period and providing ongoing technical support whenever this is required.”

For further information on AXYZ routers: Tel: 01902 375600 www.axyz.com For further information on the products and services available at Craft Wales: Tel: 01443 858113 www.craft-wales.co.uk

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DUST EXTRACTION New Products Join Trusted Favourites on Wood Waste Control Stand at W14 Leading dust extraction specialist Wood Waste Control (Engineering) Ltd is showing a number of new products alongside best-selling examples from its comprehensive waste extraction, processing and heating equipment range at the W14 exhibition at the NEC. Equipment on show at W14 will include a WFS 2-module silo filter with rotary valve, 1bin and 3-bin fine dust filters, wood-fired heater and Reinbold’s AZR 600 chipper and RB30 briquettor. In addition, the company will be showing two types of clip ducting system.

In addition, specialised Depureco industrial vacuum cleaners will be on display for the first time at a UK woodworking show, following the recent appointment of Wood Waste Control as sole UK distributors. Depureco has been designing and manufacturing a range of high-performance solutions for the industrial and commercial cleaning sector since the early 1970s, and its equipment is used all over the world to effectively remove the finest remains of complex dust and even liquids.

Wood Waste Control is one of the UK’s leading dust extraction and heating

equipment specialists for the Europe, Russia and Africa. As woodworking industry. Its one of the country’s leading modular silo and chain filters dust extraction specialists all meet a wide range of extraction Wood Waste Control requirements and from simple equipment is built to meet stand-alone bagging units COSHH legislation through to complex integrated requirements and can stand systems, the company provides alone or be used in conjunction a comprehensive service. The with total-extraction return air products include the Whisper heating systems. range of silenced fans and fine Full details of the company’s dust filter units. high-quality slip or clip ducting, The company also provides manufactured from galvanised the well-proven Reinbold series mild steel, is available at Wood Waste Control provides of chippers, including www.ducting-online.co.uk. a complete dust extraction horizontal grinders, and a Wood Waste Control also service. range of briquetting machine stocks and supplies a range of for all applications. used dust extraction machinery which can Wood Waste Control’s range of manual and provide excellent service at budget prices. automatic warm air models are capable of burning a wide range of wood fuels automatically, as well as accepting hand-loaded For further information: offcuts.

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DCS Group Out To Impress at W14 The DCS Group will be exhibiting an impressive array of energy-efficient woodwaste extraction technologies and paint finishing systems at W14.

Visitors can see filters and processing equipment from leading manufacturer Schuko; Spray booths from specialists Gallito; and extraction optimisation systems from ECOGATE®.

Dust Control Systems is the UK distributor for Schuko and on show will be a selection of filters ranging from a Vacomat XP mobile unit and space-saving Vacomat N-1000 filter, through to their latest top of the line EcoVar VALIDUS modular filter unit. In addition, a Schuko wood waste shredder and Schuko Compacto briquetting press will also be on display.

Gallito Ltd, a part of the DCS Group, has been designing and manufacturing spray booths for joinery and furniture manufacturers for almost 40 years. At W14 Gallito will be showing a complete dry filter spray booth along with a paint kitchen and bench booth.

Ecogate will be showcasing their proven energy-saving extraction optimisation system which can save up to 80% on extraction running costs. Visitors will be able to witness demonstrations on how the system operates and discuss its benefits

with specialist engineers from both Ecogate Ltd and DCS who are UK authorised installers of the Ecogate system.

DCS is further extending its successful energy management capability by offering customers turnkey biomass boiler systems which are fired by on site generated wood waste. Typical projects would include modification of all existing dust extraction systems, provision of wood waste

processing equipment and a choice of biomass boilers that range from 199kW to 999kW. Converting from fossil fuel to biomass means that installations would be eligible for the governments Renewable Heat Incentive where financial incentives are paid over a twenty year period for every kW of usable heat produced.

Two Gallito spray booths with interconnecting drying room installed at Chilfen Joinery.

Ecogate ‘extraction-on-demand’ achieves annual savings of 700,000 kWh for Utopia Bathrooms Group.

For further information: Tel: 0800 040 7116 www.DCSlimited.co.uk Stand: 6F710/6G818/6E620 Schuko EcoVar 2030 filter extracts from 40 machines at Willerby Holiday Homes.

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WOODWASTE Enhanced tax relief scheme now available on biomass boilers There’s never been a better time to invest in one of the revolutionary new automated biomass water boilers from Wood Waste Technology, as this type of heating has recently been added to the approved equipment list for the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme.

The ECA Scheme is part of the Government’s programme to encourage companies to buy energy efficient equipment and manage climate change. It provides businesses with enhanced tax relief for any equipment purchases that meet published energy-saving criteria. As the Wood Waste Technology WW199 boiler gained an efficiency rating of 92.4%, businesses could be able to claim a 100% first year capital allowance on this purchase

against the taxable profits of the period of investment.

Kurt Cockroft, MD at Wood Waste Technology says, “The ECA scheme could be a great way for a business to improve its cash flow through accelerated tax relief. For example, it might allow a business to write off the whole cost of a biomass boiler against taxable profits in the year of purchase, as opposed to writing down the plant over 5 years, potentially lowering the amount of tax owed in that year compared to what would be due under the general capital allowance rules. “ More and more businesses are starting to realise the financial benefits of investing in biomass technology, due to the huge savings that can be made on waste disposal and heating costs, so it’s no surprise that

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sales of Wood Waste Technology’s new automated water boilers are going strong.

Offering a high quality, easy to use system at a competitive price, with three different heating solutions (space heating to factory areas, traditional radiator heating for offices and domestic hot water), the boiler is opening up the market for smaller companies, as well as larger corporations, to benefit from renewable energy hot water solutions.

For more information, just contact Wood Waste Technology on 01785 250400 or visit www.woodwastetechnology.com or www.grossuk.co.uk (for information about shredders and briquetters).

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DUST EXTRACTION Dustraction Helps Retail House Solutions Increase Manufacturing Efficiency and Address New Markets Shop fitting and retail displays is a fastmoving environment in which shopfitters react quickly to the needs of their high visibility brand clients whose timber or panel-based displays can generate massive lifts in sales overnight. Production Manager Luke Dakin says: “Design is also in the mix, of course, combining the best graphics with wood and panel based displays manufactured to high standards and to very tight schedule deadlines for big brand customers. We need a clean and functional shop floor to address that.”

Retail House in-store displays, with fully supported overhead canopies and large light boxes, for example, can boost sales by 100% on prime retail sites overnight for client brands like Yves St. Laurent, L’Oreal, Guerlain, Givenchy, Giorgio Armani and Christian Dior. Skincare, colour, fragrance and consultation sites for prime names like these demand manufacture and fit-out to tight production deadlines when department floors will be re-open for trading at 9.30am next morning.

It’s exciting stuff, says Luke: “We have to make here, often overnight, and then pack, shift and fit-out top quality panel-based displays overnight and with no suggestion of hold-up. Now we are also breaking into new fields with clients like BareMinerals, for whose skin-care and colouration retailers we are working with modern sheet materials like black glossed wood-based panels, printed acrylics and even painted glass or stainless steel sheet plus Corian patterns and colours.

And now Retail House has a cohesive shop floor production layout of their own featuring state-of-the-art CNC by Biesse plus also edgebanding, overhead routing, vertical spindle moulding, planer thicknessing plus table saw sizing precision. “The plan is to extend manufacturing capacity to the many other organisations in the industrial midlands area with similar production needs to our own. We have a good layout here in Croft, designing with real timber finishes and combining light pad and LED illumination, stainless steel sheet and Corian solid surface work tops.

Dust extraction has become a very significant part of the manufacturing mix at

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Limited footprint of steel gantry-mounted filter at Radio House Solutions as well now as low noise output from Dustraction’s fan-sets.

Retail House Solutions in an environment that has to be as clean, tidy and efficient, and as creative as every other part of the shop floor. Dustraction’s Dustrax No 27 modular filter has a cloth area of nearly 2,000 sq ft and gives a filtration velcocity of 5.2 fpm.

Each section of the modular woodwaste filter carries multiple tubular cotton fabric filters with more than 100 of them in total, all powered by a 37kW TEFC-wound unidirectional electric motor.

Heavier waste particles are dropped by the system into a hopper while fine dust is collected by the fabric filters; two automatic shakers maintain the sock-type filters clear of wood dust and in perfect working order.

All wood dust and waste generated by Retail House leaves the factory via heavy-weight rotary valve and airseal with resilient rubbertipped fan blades that prevent blockages,

avoid fan damage and are also now low noise. The filter is fitted with explosion relief panels in full accordance with the latest ATEX requirements.

“All of our wood waste collection and disposal systems are fully COSHH compliant,” says Dustraction’s Steve Matuska. “We take our role in keeping production machinery clean and clear of working dust very seriously; everything we do is in full compliance with the latest regulations of the Health & Safety Executive whose working regulations we monitor at all times and to whose conditions we always react immediately.”

For further information: Tel: 0116 271 3212 Email: steve.matuska@dustraction.co.uk

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Brackets (Furniture Fittings)

Panel Handling

Spray Finishing Equipment

Dudley Tool Presswork & Engineering Co. Ltd www.dudley-tool.co.uk

Allwood Machinery Essex Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

ITW Industrial Finishing www.itwifeuro.com

CNC Machinery

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

Tooling

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

Dust Control Systems Cades Ltd www.cadesltd.co.uk WoodWaste Control Engineering Ltd www.w-w-c.co.uk Workplace Safety Mechanical Services www.workplacem.co.uk

Edgebanders Allwood Machinery Essex Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

Pocket Routers ATA Engineering Processes www.ataeng.com

ATA Engineering Process www.ataeng.com Leitz Tooling UK http://shopuk.leitz.org

Presses

Tooltec Ltd www.tooltec.co.uk

Allwood Machinery Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

Throughfeed Drills

Power Tools

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

CD (UK) Ltd www.cdukltd.co.uk

Routers (CNC)

Veneer Cutting & Sanding Equipment

ATA Engineering Processes www.ataeng.com

CD (UK) Ltd www.cdukltd.co.uk

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

AXYZ International www.axyz.co.uk

Veneering Equipment

BA Components www.byba.co.uk

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

Finishing

Routers (CNC - 5 Axis)

Mirka UK Ltd www.mirka.com/uk

ATA Engineering Processes www.ataeng.com

CD (UK) Ltd www.cdukltd.co.uk

Machining Centres (CNC)

MAKA Machinery UK Ltd www.maka.com

Woodworking Machinery

SCM Group Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

MFC Panel Products VC Industries Ltd www.vciltd.co.uk

Panel Saws (Beam) Allwood Machinery Essex Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

Router Cutters ATA Engineering Processes www.ataeng.com

Sanders (Speed) Allwood Machinery Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

Sanders (Wide Belt) Boere Machinefabriek bv www.boere.nl

Allwood Machinery Essex Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

Wide Belt Sanders, Polishers & Buffing Machines

Biesse Group UK www.biesse.co.uk Felder-Group UK www.felder-group.co.uk Holz-Her www.holzher.com Weinig Group UK www.weinig.com Woodworking Tooling & Machinery Ltd www.wadkinmachinery.com

Kundig Ltd www.kundig.co.uk

Woodworking Machinery (New & Used)

SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

Allwood Machinery Essex Ltd (inc Interwood) www.interwood.co.uk

Solid Surface Processing Equipment

Daltons Wadkin www.daltonswadkin.com

O’Meara, J&C Ltd www.ukpanelsaws.co.uk

CD (UK) Ltd www.cdukltd.co.uk

J&C O’Meara www.ukwoodworkingmachinery.co.uk

Panel Saws (Vertical)

Software

Striebig www.tmpartnership.co.uk

AlphaCam www.planitmanufacturing.co.uk

Wood Burning Equipment

Schelling UK Ltd www.schelling.co.uk

Panel Saws (Sliding Table) SCM Group UK Ltd www.scmgroup-uk.com

WoodWaste Control Engineering Ltd www.w-w-c.co.uk

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