Cost-effective and efficient, the film build equals the powder coating applied onto the heat-sensitive substrate.

Sanding on any surface takes practice and patience.

Roll coaters are used to apply hot melts or cold glues evenly onto a variety of substrates. If you notice excessive, uneven or insufficient amounts of adhesive or coatings applied, it can be due to worn or damaged rolls. Here’s how to check them.

Depending on how a log is cut, strikingly different visual effects can be achieved with the wood’s grain and characteristics. Information provided by the Decorative Hardwoods Association identifies six principal methods of cutting veneer are: rotary, quarter slicing, plain slicing, rift cut, half-round and lengthwise slicing.

Since there is no guaranteed method for keeping moisture out of wood, appropriate design measures must be taken to ensure dimensional stability. The following examples are some of the construction methods that can reduce dimensional change in particleboard and MDF products.

The Wood Doctor discusses how to choose the correct blade for radial arm and other saws.

The spindle is a machine’s heart. But just like the human heart, it is only a part of a system. Servo and ball screws, variable frequency drives, air-supply quality, can impact spindle health. If you are having unusual problems with your spindle or machine, call an expert. But, some problems you can diagnose.

The selection of cutting tools chosen for the application is critical to maximize tool life and achieving the best possible surface finish.

Exploring PUR adhesive, zero glue line technology, and premium edgebanders.

Here are some tips and strategies to ensure your tooling lasts and delivers the speed and quality you expect.