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Edge Banding Machine

Automatic edge banding machine has many functions, mainly include pre milling, glue, edge, blunt, rough trimming, refinement, tracking, scraping, polishing, slotting, which is characterized by high efficiency, automation, high precision, and beauty. These features are also based on various types of division, some is relatively simple, with glue block, scraping, polishing, finishing, and other functions, some more comprehensive, almost all functions are, these are based on the customer base, to buy sheet.

How Edge Banding Machine?

An edge banding machine is a crucial piece of equipment used in cabinet making and panel processing to apply decorative and functional edge banding materials to the edges of cabinet components like shelves, doors, and panels. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how an edge banding machine can be used in cabinet making:

Preparation of cabinet Components:

Before using the edge banding machine, ensure that all cabinet components are properly cut, drilled, and sanded. This includes cabinet doors, shelves, panels, and any other parts that require edge banding. IGOLDENCNC edgebander comes with automatic pr-milling station to finish the panel edge surface.

Selecting Edge Banding Material:

Choose the appropriate edge banding material based on the design requirements and functional needs of the cabinets. Edge banding materials can be made from PVC, ABS, wood veneer, or acrylic, among others. Ensure the width and thickness of the edge banding material match the specifications of the machine.

Setting Up the Edge Banding Machine:

– Adjust the machine settings such as temperature (if it’s a hot melt adhesive machine), feed speed, and pressure according to the type and thickness of the edge banding material.

– Load the chosen edge banding material into the machine’s feed mechanism. IGOLDENCNC edge banders have automatic feeders that can handle rolls of edge banding material. Feeding the Cabinet Components:

– Place the cabinet components to be edge banded onto the machine’s conveyor belt. – The machine will automatically feed the cabinet components through its system, applying the edge banding material to the exposed edges of the components.

Applying the Edge Banding:

– The machine will heat the adhesive on the edge banding material, activating it for bonding.

– The material is applied precisely to the edges of the cabinet components as they pass through the machine.

– Rollers or pressure mechanisms press the edge banding firmly onto the edges, ensuring a strong bond.

Trimming and Finishing:

– After the edge banding is applied, excess material needs to be trimmed off.

– All IGOLDENCNC edge banders have end-trimming station that cut off the excess material flush with the surface of the cabinet components.

– Any remaining rough edges or imperfections can be smoothed out using one for more of the built-in stations in the machine: rough trimming, fine trimming, corner trimming, scrapping and buffing. You can find the exact configuration of each edgebander in the product review.

Using an edge banding machine streamlines the cabinet making and panel processing by automating the application of edge banding materials, resulting in consistent and high-quality cabinet components. It also allows for customization in terms of material choice and design, enabling cabinet makers to produce a wide variety of cabinet styles efficiently.

Application of automatic edge banding machine