SCM technology in action

The numerous technological new entries displayed – integrated stand-alone cells and machines – satisfy the most varied production needs of secondary wood processing: from upgrades on the wide range of machining centers and panel drilling to those concerning machining centers for solid wood and timber construction: from proposals for flexible and j-shape industrial edgebanding, to angular sizing; from integrated surface treatment, with the latest in the ranges for pressing, sanding and finishing, to state-of-the-art solutions for packaging; from specific technologies for windows and doors and integrated lines for doors, to models for squaring- tenoning and profiling. As ever, with a focus on the widest range and sought-after collection of joinery machines, with a new cell for sizing, drilling and edgebanding and the exclusive launch of a new app for artisan workers.

The Smart&Human Factory for the furniture industry

Already presented at Ligna 2019, after numerous implementations in cutting-edge markets in Europe, the United States and China, SCM’s Smart&Human Factory was re-proposed with new additions to further increase productivity and flexibility, reduce waste and optimize the quality of the end product even on more sensitive markets. The new version – only an example of the various configurations that thisproduction model can achieve based on customer needs – involves three modular, flexible automated cells integrated with articulated robots and interconnected by intelligent AMR unmanned shuttles.

Sizing/nesting cell: The ‘morbidelli x200’ nesting machining center, designed for ‘batch 1’ flexible production is directly integrated into the high performing ‘flexstore hp’ automatic storage for boards. This allows the stored and labelled panel to be directly loaded on to the worktable which protects those panels with a delicate surface. Once the nesting function has terminated, an articulated robot unloads the operating panel directly from the worktable and positions the different parts on the AMR shuttles which depart towards the next cell for edgebanding. Another new aspect concerns the management of smaller pieces and waste: the robot also picks these up, making them available for future made- to-order productions with a considerable reduction in waste material.

The cell is also designed so that all the panels with no problems of delicate surfaces can be manually unloaded from the belt. The ‘pack’ cut made with a blade that guarantees high productivity on repetitive logical cuts is done simultaneously to the nesting that offers excellent flexibility when cutting single sheets. This function is carried out by the new ‘gabbiani p80’ panel saw, that was given its world preview at the event. This model offers a number of exclusive advantages: the ‘Saw- set’ device for an automatic, precise setting of the tools, the 60 and 80 mm blade projections, more powerful motors, an additional extractor outlet on the presser and automatic blade release with switch.

Integrated surface treatment

SCM introduced three examples of the integrated process for exclusive, sought-after finishing solutions at the ‘SCM LiveShow’, demonstrating its’ capacity to make its mark on the market as a unique, complete partner in this sector.

Flexible painting cell: The versatility of the finishing effects is guaranteed by the ‘dmc eurosystem’ sanding machine, fitted with two new additions: a completely new planetary unit, ideal for structuring, chamfering, sanding the cross grain and precision finishing of any surface, and the interchangeable brushes unit, ideal for those in search of maximum production flexibility. The integration with the Superfici ‘mini’ sprayer is essential. It is ideal for the sprayer’s automation even in small businesses, that allow for the easy management of small production batches with regular product changes.

Painting panels with the latest 3D effects and super opaque finishings: This involves highly innovative solutions like the ‘dmc system’ sanding machines that transform the concept of sanding machine in a flexible abrasive modular center, and the Superfici ‘valtorta f1’ roller and ‘magnum’ spray painting systems. A combination that allows you to achieve some of the most sought-after finishings requested by today’s market.

3D Lamination: This integrated process example includes sanding, with the innovative units for gouging and brushing in the ‘dmc system’ range and the state-of-the-art Superfici systems for applying glue, that is, the efficient Cartesian robots with the ability to 3D scan pieces for selective spraying of edges and routings. The process concludes with the ‘sergiani 3d form hp’ press, a solution with high productivity levels and flexibility thanks to the ‘Flexy Pin’ system and the configuration of the press up to three trays, that reduces the cycle time to the pressing time only. High definition of the end product even with the most complex 3d surfaces.

Machining centers for furniture: the evolution of the ‘morbidelli’ range

If the all-in-one ‘morbidelli m100’ machining center for drilling and routing evolves further with the new ultra-compact, reduced bulk solution, that makes the 5-axis machine the smallest on the market, in the ‘morbidelli p800’ boring-milling and edgebanding center, the combination between the MATIC work table and the innovative operator unit allows the most complex shaped pieces to be machined in just a few steps. For nesting, the ‘morbidelli x200/ x400’ range makes its mark by cutting pieces, even shaped ones, in a variety of forms and sizes with production levels once considered inconceivable for this kind of machining. Flexibility and high productivity find their ideal synthesis in the drilling process with ‘morbidelli ux200’. Thanks to 4 separate operator units (two upper and two lower), any kind of piece can be machined in a few steps. Furthermore, the possibility of machining two overlapping pieces means the production of symmetrical pieces can be doubled.

Panel sizing: the ‘gabbiani a2’ world preview and the new ‘gabbiani gt2’

As well as the ‘gabbiani p80’ included in the Smart&Human Factory, the event presented another new world preview: the ‘gabbiani a2’ angular panel saw, designed to meet all the demands of panel machining, from mass production to ‘batch 1’, and particularly suitable for companies that are more conscious of machine cleaning and the working environment thanks to the innovative ‘Zero dust system’ unit. The new ‘gabbiania2’ with 95,115 and 125 blade projection, offers maximum performance in terms of productivity and cutting quality. The ‘gabbiani gt2’ single-blade saw designed to guarantee high performance in an evolved industrial context of just in time productions, was also highlighted. The new ‘Hi-Tronic vertical stroke’ blade carriage, in particular, allows for excellent finishing and accurate cutting even at high speed, with surprising results in terms of productivity and cutting quality over time.

Edgebanding: seventy years of high technology by the side of the most innovative businesses

‘SCM Live Show’ was also an opportunity to celebrate the seventy-year anniversary of the Edgebanding Business Unit. A long road featuring high technology and know-how, at the side of artisan businesses just as much as that of large industries, thanks to a wide range of models: from the continually evolving single-sided ‘stefani’ and ‘olimpic’ edgebanders, to the cells and plants fitted with rollers, panel return devices, automatic loading and unloading systems, assisted by robots and fitted with IoT sensors for an increasingly more immediate confirmation of the machine’s running, in line with the demands of Industry 4.0.

These include the new generation of ‘stefani cell’ and ‘stefani rocket’ flexible industrial edgebanding systems for ‘batch 1’ machining, modular systems available for machining with or without panel squaring, capable of adapting to current production demands and machining quality. Also highlighted were the most advanced models for softforming like ‘stefani one’, designed to offer maximum personalization in achieving design products.

Windows and doors

The ‘accord’ machining centers for the manufacturing of windows and doors was also highlighted during the ‘SCMLiveShow’. The latest evolution in the range, ‘accord 42 fx’, attracted considerable interest both from window and door manufacturers as well as door and staircase manufacturers. With combined three and five axis double machining units with independent heads, it has been designed to best combine the need for high power and profiling with creativity and production flexibility needs.

Unique quality and precision are the advantages of the ‘accord 25 fx’ thanks to its gantry structure and powerful 5-axis electro- spindle. The MATIC work table and the innovative BRC multi-function unit reduce set-up and tool change times guaranteeing excellent productivity. For larger sized pieces, the solution is represented by the ‘accord 50 fxm’ that stands out for its structure, designed to guarantee maximum rigidity and precision, and its exclusive 5-axis machining unit.

The most flexible machining center in the category that can be used both in cell as well as stand-alone mode, is the ‘accord wd’, SCM’s innovative solution that allows for the loading and unloading cycle of solid wood elements (like door and window structures) to be automated. The ‘superset nt’ range for throughfeed moulding has also been updated for manufacturers of profiles for windows, doors, staircases and furniture. The structure of the new model allows the user to work in complete comfort and safety: relative supports allow you to hook the extractor hood covers directly on to the machine, millimetric rules simplify the manual positions of the operators’ drive heads and tool change operations are always guided.