Technical & processing - Page 6
Stay up to date with the latest technical & processing features from the global timber industryUK buying more German machinery New figures show UK investment in German woodworking technology is growing
App to the future Ligna’s new smartphone app fits right in. The wood machinery show is all about technology at the cutting edge. Stephen Powney reports
Ligna Lightweight Panels Focus Lightweight wood-based panels will again form a major focus at Ligna thanks to an impressive line-up of panel producers and furniture component suppliers.
Ligna Showcase For Machinery Launches Stenner is optimistic Ligna will be a perfect launchpad for the new design MHS9 resaw and recently developed bandsaw spray lubrication system.
Augmenting reality Developments in design software are dominated by the need for the construction industry to be ready for BIM. Sally Spencer reports
Kerpow! Here comes BIM! Camilla Hair of SCA Timber Supply investigates the rise and relevance of BIM
More than a software tool James Sweet shines a light on Building Information Modelling, showing what would be delivered if a project were to be designed and delivered within a perfect BIM-managed framework.
Business as usual Progressive Solutions changed hands twice last year but its flagship product, bisTrack, is still in safe hands. Robin Meade reports
Close Alliance Vero Software’s Alphacam and Cabinet Vision have been close allies and developed with each other in mind for a very long time.
Computer controlled efficiency The software market is relatively buoyant, with providers quoting annual growth of up to 18%. Robin Meade reports
An inspector calls Regular LEV testing ensures a system is operating efficiently. Steve Powney reports
Dust extraction gives a warm feeling Dustraction’s system at SAM Mouldings heats the factory, and reduces waste disposal costs
Dust busting The HSE has expanded its advice on wood dust to help companies ensure they’re getting the most from their LEV systems. Keren Fallwell reports
Leitz makes the connection Leitz Tooling’s dust hood captures more than 95% of chips
New system for traditional products A staircase components manufacturer is one of the latest companies to opt for Indusvent’s Super-Blower system
Airplants becomes ecogate installer Ecogate has appointed its second UK installer
Dust Storm Blows In Fercell says its new Dust Storm extraction filter technology is more flexible than traditional filter units
Dust explosion in the firing line Kevin Spiess, EMEA sales manager for explosion protection at BS&B Safety Systems, explains how the timber trade industry can protect itself and help prevent dust explosions
Willerby extracts savings Dust Control Systems has helped a holiday home manufacturer cut its energy bill
Providing an incentive Dr Gabriel Gallagher, managing director of Sustainable Energy Ltd, explains how timber processors can benefit from the Renewable Heat Incentive
