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Phil Ashley Technology Editor

The only specialist business publication servicing the Furniture, Kitchen, Shop/Office Fittings, Cabinetmaking, Joinery and the related timber and panel product industries in Australasia for over 31 years!

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ContentsMAY/JUNE 2015 vol. 31 no.3

Member of the International Woodworking and

Furniture Supplier Magazine Association

☞News

04 New HVG website goes live

06 American cherry makes a comeback

08 Knowledge can save you power

☞Design & Trends

10 Nover introduces a whole new concept in cut-to-size

12 Flap systems from Grass

14 Intelligent fittings make trends marketable

☞Manufacturing22 Ligna review – special report by Philip Ashley

☞Features

16 Surface materials

18 Hardware

20 Interzum review

38 Software

☞Front CoverMulticam Systems

News

HIA: new home sales at four-year high

NEW to Australian screens, Reno Rumble is a super-charged renovation series that sees reality renovators from The Block take on favourites from House Rules.

Freedom Kitchens is the proud kitchen supplier to the program, which premiered on 5 May on Channel 9.

Each week, two Reno Rumble teams renovate two neighbouring houses. The catch is that they have just one week to deliver two completely remodelled homes.

The renovations will be judged by interior design experts; one team will be crowned winners each week, and the couple receiving the lowest score on the losing team will be eliminated. The couple that wins the entire series will collect $100,000, half going to their chosen charity.

Freedom Kitchens will guide competing contestants through the creative design process to deliver kitchens that tick all the boxes on the homeowners brief.

“Reno Rumble is an amazing opportunity to bring Freedom Kitchens into the homes of all Australians and we’re proud to be a part of the inaugural series,” said Felicity Page of Freedom Kitchens. “The challenge of designing and delivering these kitchens within such a tight time frame for TV pushed all areas of our business to the extreme –

design, CAD and manufacturing all working together to deliver exceptional results.”

Freedom Kitchens will showcase new products on the show including the latest from Caesarstone, Hettich and Laminex and will also launch a new premium handle range based on styles used during the show. ●

PROVIDING extensive tools for professionals and consumers alike the new HVG Decorative Building Products website makes online selections a breeze.

The extensive range of interior finishes are suited to a broad range of applications.

You can download large scale finish images in every colour on any device or use the visualiser to test out colours and download or email for later.

With brands including Wilsonart, Homapal Real Metal Laminate, Sibu Design, ARChitectural, Zenolite and Dibond the possibilities are endless. ●

THE latest result for the HIA New Home Sales Report, a survey of Australia’s largest volume builders, shows strong growth in March 2015, taking sales volumes to their highest level since early 2010.

“The residential construction sector continues to be the main bright spot in the broader domestic economy, with updates to the sector showing its ongoing strength,” commented HIA Economist, Diwa Hopkins. “Following the positive update to ABS residential building approvals, the results show total seasonally adjusted new home sales increased by 4.4% in the month of March.

“The monthly rise in both the detached and multi-unit segments of the market is an encouraging result. However, the broader trend is that growth over the past year has been driven by multi-unit sales, while detached house sales have tracked sideways.”

“HIA welcomes the reduction to the official cash rate. Lower lending rates will provide added support to residential construction activity, which is emerging as a key area of growth mitigating the effects of the downturn in mining investment and construction,” said Ms Hopkins.

In March 2015 private detached house sales increased by 5.9% in Victoria, 4.2% in New South Wales and also 4.2% in Western Australia. Private detached house sales declined by 5.8% in South Australia and by 2.3% in Queensland. ●

Freedom Kitchens gets ready to rumble!

New HVG Decorative Building Products website goes live

The first two completed kitchens.

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News

THE Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched its new global brand: Forests For All Forever.

In the past 20 years, FSC has become a well-trusted and established brand in sectors and markets around the world. With its new branding FSC plans to extend its reach by targeting consumers directly.

“The success of FSC has always depended on consumer awareness and demand for FSC-certified products, and we have relied on our partners and certificate holders to spread the message of FSC on our behalf,” said Kim Carstensen, Director General of FSC.

“However, it became clear that we needed to provide our partners with tools that could inspire their customers to choose FSC – an identity that would connect with consumers and be

memorable in the retail space.”The new strapline – Forests For All

Forever – reaffirms the FSC vision of saving the world’s forests for future generations, while the visual identity, which includes the animals and people who live and interact in forests, reinforces the all-encompassing approach FSC takes to sustainable forest management.

"Forests are so much more than trees and timber – they are reservoirs for clean drinking water, protection for animals and endangered wildlife, and home to indigenous peoples and communities. Our principles and criteria have always reflected our determination to protect forests and their inhabitants. Now, our commitment will also be expressed in our visual identity, and provide a clearer message

to consumers of what it means when they buy an FSC-certified product,” stated Mr. Carstensen.

“In addition, with markets opening up in Asia, Latin America and Africa, it was time go beyond outreach to producers and retailers,” continued Mr. Carstensen. “Supply grows in response to demand, and those at the end of the supply chain – consumers – are vital to ensuring companies seek out sustainable solutions and engage in responsible businesses practices."

The new branding was developed based on a marketing survey that reached 9,000 participants from 11 different countries in 2013. An online toolkit containing the new branding assets has been created to help businesses promote their FSC certification. ●

KAESER Compressors Australia has announced the appointment of Delta Electrics as a distributor of the full range of Kaeser compressed air equipment in the Northern Territory.

Delta Electrics is a well-known and leading supplier of power related products and services in the Northern Territory serving clients in numerous industry sectors.

Mark White, Business Manager and Director at Delta Electrics said: “Our

partnership with Kaeser significantly extends our capabilities in supplying a range of high quality compressed air solutions that can cater to the small commercial user right up to the large industrial applications and projects.

“Kaeser Compressors has an enviable reputation for designing and manufacturing quality ‘Made in Germany’ compressed air systems and we are delighted to be partnering with them.” ●

THE American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) sponsored a series of projects in American cherry at the Salone del Mobile 2015, proving this sustainable and versatile wood is a material of choice for designers.

“Australia’s love affair with American white oak, walnut and ash continues, and that is something with which we are delighted. However, we are witnessing some renewed interest in American cherry, which is excellent and mirrors what we are starting to see from the furniture industries in Europe,” commented Rod Wiles, Director for AHEC Oceania.

“American cherry is a positive environmental choice. With growth exceeding the annual harvest, an additional 5.1m3 of cherry accumulates in the US hardwood forest every year.”

Cherry’s sustainability means it will likely always be readily available to bespoke and industrial furniture makers. Designers on AHEC projects talk about its durability and pliability – it turns well on a lathe and steam-bends with ease.

“The focus on cherry at Milan’s Salone del Mobile is a justified return to greatness for this particular species,” added Wiles. ●

FSC launches new global brand

Kaeser announces Delta Electrics as distributor in NT

American cherry makes a comeback at Salone Del Mobile 2015


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HIA report on growth and future prospects 2014/15.

In 2013/14 the total number of kitchen installations in new homes increased by 12.3%. Kitchen installations in new homes are forecast to increase by 7.7% in 2014/15 to a level of 195,936. Activity is projected to ease back by 5.7%t in 2015/16, with a further decline of 4.7% in 2016/17 bringing the total number of new kitchen installations to 176,035.

The total value of kitchen installations in new homes was $3.12 billion in 2013/14, a decline of 6.0% on the previous year. The reduction was due to a decline in the average value of kitchens installed in new homes during the year. The total value is forecast to increase by 11.0% this financial year. The HIA is forecasting growth of 2.3% in 2015/16, with a reduction of 0.8% taking the total value back to $3.52 billion in 2016/17.

The total number of bathroom installations in new homes is projected to increase from 357,300 in 2013/14

to 384,800 in 2014/15. Activity is projected to ease back by 5.7% in 2015/16, with a further decline of 4.7% in 2016/17 bringing the total number of new bathroom installations to 345,800.

The total value of bathroom installations in new homes was $3.73 billion in 2013/14, a decline of 10.1% on the previous year. The reduction was due to a decline in the average value of bathrooms installed in new homes during the year. The total value is forecast to increase by 25.5% this financial year. HIA ise forecasting growth of 2.0% in 2015/16, with a reduction of 4.7% taking the total value back to $4.55 billion in 2016/17.

Based on HIA estimates of notional demand, there is the potential for around 146,050 kitchen renovations in 2014/15.

The HIA Kitchens and Bathrooms survey found an average value for a new kitchen in 2013/14 of $19,065, just above the $19,036 average value of kitchens installed as part of renovations.

During 2013/14, the vast majority of kitchen renovations (74%) were performed on those in the 11 to 20 year age group. Of the total, 40%t were performed on kitchens in the 11 to 15 year age group. A further 34% of renovations were applied to kitchens between 16 and 20 years old.

HIA estimates that in 2014/15 there is the potential for around 219,400 bathroom renovations, based on notional demand.

The HIA Kitchens and Bathrooms survey found an average value for a new bathroom in 2013/14 of $14,760 compared to an average value for a bathroom renovation of $15,247.

In terms of the frequency of updating a bathroom, during 2013/14 a large majority of bathroom renovations (73%) were conducted on bathrooms in the 11 to 20 year age group. Of the total, 33% of renovations were performed on bathrooms in the 11 to 15 year age group. Another 40% of renovations were applied to 16 to 20 year old bathrooms.●

Kitchens and Bathrooms Report

News

PROUDLY recognising the great work of Australian and New Zealand design professionals, Intergrain Timber vision Awards celebrates advanced timber application and projects that push the boundaries of normal timber application.

Design professionals across the building and landscaping industries are invited to enter innovative projects which showcase creative and visionary use of timber.

With over 100 quality entries received last year and a continued increase in high-calibre entries over the past six years, Intergrain is proud to announce two new categories to the awards. This year the new Public Space and Student categories will join Exterior Residential, Interior

Residential, Exterior Commercial and Interior Commercial.

“The new Student category encourages emerging industry professionals to get involved and share creative ideas for timber application,” Intergrain Trade Brand Manager, Amanda Chalmers said. “The introduction of the Public Space category celebrates renowned public locations, validating timber as an integral material in local community design.”

The judging panel will be made up of leading industry professionals and winners from each category will receive a $2,000 cash prize, Intergrain product to the value of $3,000, and national exposure with an editorial feature in Architecture Australia magazine.

Entries close on 30 June. The winners will be announced in August at the Intergrain Timber Vision Awards Breakfast to be held in Melbourne. ●

Intergrain Timber Vision Awards – 2015 entries now open

2014 Intergrain Timber Vision Awards winner of Commercial Interior – Nishi by March Studio, photography by John Gollings.

2014 Intergrain Timber Vision Awards winner of Residential Interior – Lilyfield Warehouse by Virginia Kerridge Architects, photography by Michael Nicholson.

ENERGY costs can account for a considerable amount of manufacturer’s operating costs, a large proportion of which may well be attributed to running a compressed air system.

So how can manufacturers reduce the impact to their bottom line?

Knowledge gained through compressed air training may well be the key to unlocking the energy savings potential of a compressed air system, said Jeff Coyle, the Engineering Manager at Kaeser Compressors Australia.

“It is well documented that electricity prices have risen sharply over the past decade in Australia. Once seen as a relatively low fixed cost, energy has become an ever more important variable cost that impacts on company profits.

“Often considered the fourth utility, compressed air is commonly one of the largest single energy consumers within a manufacturing facility and, depending on utilisation, electrical power can account for up to 90% of the total costs of compressed air production. In addition, the energy costs of a typical compressed air system can account for almost three quarters of its lifetime costs. It therefore makes sense to keep the power consumption of a compressed air system to a minimum.

“Fortunately, compressed air is one source of energy where significant and sustainable energy savings can be found and many existing

compressed air users could be hiding an energy savings potential of 30% or more.

“Anyone wanting to use compressed air energy efficiently must consider the compressed air system as a whole and understand the numerous correlations and interactions within the system and its integration into the operational environment. The first step in realising such energy savings potential is therefore knowledge, and for many, compressed air training and education will be the key to unlocking this potential.”

SeminarsKaeser Compressors Australia has just released its 2015

Compressed Air Seminar Series. Committed to supporting the compressed air industry with training and education, these one day seminars developed by Kaeser, are designed to equip compressed air end users, operators, supervisors and consultants, with the knowledge to assist them in optimising the productivity and energy efficiency of a compressed air system as well as

controlling associated operating costs. From the fundamental principles

of compressed air to the operation and maintenance of air compressors, control systems and air treatment, the one day Compressed Air Seminar from Kaeser, provides participants with the knowledge that can ultimately assist them in optimising the energy efficiency of a compressed air system.

The one day Kaeser Compressed Air Seminars are running throughout Australia in 2015. ●

Knowledge can save you power


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with everything taken care of, including flights, accommodation, meals, activities, entertainment and outstanding experiences.

For more information about Nover’s unbeatable range, service and Star Partner rewards program or for a copy of our complete catalogue, contact Nover today or visit www.nover.com.au

Design & Trends

Nover is proud to introduce its latest high quality European collaboration – a unique and stylish offer from Luxe and Furnipart.

This offer is unlike any on the market, combining unparalleled quality and luxury with effortless convenience. You simply provide Nover with the relevant details, measurements and selections and

Nover introduces a whole new concept in cut-to-sizeAn exclusive European combined offer from Luxe

and Furnipart.

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“All of the hard work is done for you and your customers benefit from the latest in European design, quality and innovation.”

“.... these beautiful handles offer the sleek sophistication of a minimalist design whilst also being practical, individual and very attractive.”

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Nover will organise for cut to size, high quality, scratch resistant European gloss doors to be delivered to you – complete with exclusive integrated European handles from Furnipart.

All of the hard work is done for you and your customers benefit from the latest in European design, quality and innovation.

Luxe high gloss panels come to you from state-of-the-art facilities in Spain. The result is a patented and guaranteed ultra high gloss panel with a durable, impact and scratch resistant finish.

Luxe panels are not only beautiful – fitting in with any stylish designs – they are also resilient, making them ideal for use in the kitchen and throughout the home.

Furnipart handles form the other part of this unique designer offer from Nover. With their European design and manufacture, these handles are a truly distinctive point of difference for your customers’ homes.

Taking design one step further than the standard, bare look of a handle-less front, these beautiful handles offer the sleek sophistication of a minimalist design whilst also being practical, individual and very attractive.

The thoughtful way they are designed, installed and integrated into the Luxe panels allows you to achieve a truly luxurious finish and space.

If you seek something that sets you apart – something that is truly special and timeless for your customers – Nover hope you will consider this exceptional offer featuring Luxe and Furnipart. ●

Design & Trends

Flap systems from Grass

The wide range of flap systems available from Grass guarantees perfect access, top freedom of movement and maximum use of the space inside the wall cabinet.

Adjustable damping means that the movement system can be set up exactly to suit the weight of the flap. Needless to say, the same goes for the spring force,” explained product manager Harald Küper.

Wall cabinet planning made easy – with the new online configurator from Grass.

To simplify the task of planning the optimal system for a given wall cabinet solution and therefore provide the best possible support for the manufacturer, Grass has developed a configurator which is now available in nine languages on the Grass website. Based on the dimensions, weight and material of the flap, the configurator suggests the best suited product solution from the Kinvaro range along with the appropriate accessories. The configurator can calculate flap weights for more than 40 different materials as well as many different handle options.

The winning combination of quality, installation friendliness and planning service will ensure that these flap systems continue to provide a highly positive experience, both for the manufacturer designing the furniture solution and for the end customer using wall cabinet. ●

The wide range of flap systems available from Grass, which includes folding, up-and-over, parallel lift and lift-up options for flaps, guarantees perfect access, top freedom of movement and maximum use of the space inside the wall cabinet. And comfort is not only writ large with the systems themselves – the configurator on the Grass website also makes light work of choosing the ideal product for a given requirement.

Wall cabinets continue to rank among the most favoured storage spaces in the kitchen. The highly functional and comfortable flap systems from Grass ensure that the popularity of wall cabinets is here to stay. Kinvaro stands for intelligent movement solutions that address the many different wishes of end users as well as the requirements of furniture manufacturers.

Technology and design with no compromises – every Kinvaro model comes with impressive specifications.

A single flap can be used to close widths of up to 120 cm thanks to the talented movers from the Kinvaro family. These stable and reliable systems offer silent, easy action, well-conceived ergonomic design plus operator comfort, making them the ideal ingredient for modern storage concepts.

Every Kinvaro product, from the Kinvaro S-35 (up-and-over system) and

the Kinvaro F-20 (folding system) to the Kinvaro L-80 (parallel lift system) and the Kinvaro T series (lift-up system), has been designed for highly individual use and combines excellent functionality, attractive aesthetics and above all top operator comfort.

To further enhance the product’s visual appeal, Grass recently introduced changes to the Kinvaro cover caps, which now come in a choice of colours and with a branded clip.

The weight of the flap plays only a minor role for Kinvaro. All types of surface can be used: wood, glass or metal and even handle-free flaps are possible. The Kinvaro range has a host of appealing features that make these flap systems ideally suited to virtually any application.

Installation-friendly and sturdy product design.

For installers, ease of handling is crucial alongside all the other positive product features. Time-saving pre-fitting and functional details make installing Grass flap systems simple and quick.

“The pre-mounted Euro screws on the F-20, S-35 and L-80 versions plus the positioning pins ensure that these systems can be securely located and are straightforward to install. At the same time, they also help to provide a stable hold in the cabinet.


Grass Australia/New Zealand Pty. Ltd.Australia: New Zealand:Phone: +61 3 9421 3048 [email protected]@grass.eu

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Comfort in four dimensions. Kinvaro provides the perfect movement solution for every application with integrated, adjustable Soft-close damping.

KINVARO F-20 FOLDING FLAP SYSTEMParticularly smooth movement. Especially suitable for handle-free kitchens.

KINVARO L-80 PARALLEL LIFT FLAP SYSTEMExtremely smooth movement. High stability. Suitable for equipment cabinets as well as cabinets with cornices, pelmets and attached lights.

KINVARO S-35 UP-AND-OVER FLAP SYSTEMExtremely smooth movement. High stability. Suitable for cabinets with cornices, pelmets and attached lights.

KINVARO T LIFT-UP FLAP SYSTEMSFor light to medium-weight flaps.

KINVARO FLAP SYSTEM

Exklusive flap fittings – the top solution for modern design, innovative technology and functional operating comfort.

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Design & Trends

Besides the trends in surface finishes, three other trends are currently dominating the design of furniture: narrow reveals, handleless fronts and quiet, convenient functions. At Interzum 2015, Hettich presented fittings that provide a cost effective key to turning these trends into reality for all market segments.

Precision that excites: new Actro 5D runner The new Actro 5D runner system from Hettich perfectly pampers the senses: visually, acoustically and to touch. Actro 5D lets you adjust reveal alignment to the accuracy of one tenth of a millimetre. The drawer's exceptionally firm fit on the runner as well as the high level of vertical and horizontal stability permit the narrowest of reveals.

With Actro 5D, drawer running action is noticeably quiet, smooth and without transitions to give a feel of exquisite quality. The integrated Silent System closes them gently too.

Actro 5D is optionally available with the Push to open Silent soft opening function. Designed for loads of up to 80 kg, the runner permits the construction of large furniture when drawers are laden in compliance with standards.

The Actro 5D runner system opens up all sorts of differentiation options while keeping production lean

because the same runner is used for wooden drawers and the new AvanTech drawer system.

Experiencing perfection: AvanTechThe new AvanTech drawer system in high quality aluminium takes purist furniture design behind the front panel. Sleek, with precision edges and without cover caps or holes in the drawer side profile, the new system from Hettich makes no compromises when it comes to design.

AvanTech also captivates with its quiet, quality sounding running action as well as its noticeably firm fit on the new Actro 5D runner. Actro 5D permits outstanding front panel alignment with the narrowest of reveals which can be adjusted to the accuracy of one tenth of a millimetre.

On the cutting edge: InnoTech AtiraThe new InnoTech Atira drawer system from Hettich combines attractive options for differentiating with high cost efficiency. Clear, sharp contours, numerous colour options and a wide range of side elements complemented by attractive interior organisation create the perfect mix for greater individuality.

InnoTech Atira follows an economical platform concept based on a single drawer side profile and belongs to the InnoTech range.●

Intelligent fittings make trends marketableNew products from Hettich at Interzum 2015

Left: With the new Actro 5D runner system from Hettich, reveal alignment can be adjusted to the accuracy of one tenth of a millimetre.

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Sensys award winning hinge The Sensys wide-angle hinge gives furniture doors a wide opening angle and closes them evenly and gently. The invisibly integrated Silent System leaves no margin of doubt with its outstanding performance:exceptionally wide self-closing angle of 35°, ideal Silent System function over a temperature range of +5 °C to+40 °C, maximum access from a 165° opening angle.

Experience the latest in German quality innovation by visiting a local Hettich Showroom.

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Showcasing the new Axolotl Sheet Metal range, this beautiful aged brass counter can be found at Space Furniture’s flagship Sydney store.

Constructed from panels of 1.2mm brass sheet, each piece was individually aged with a brown florentine and polished. The brass was left unsealed, to naturally tarnish in situ.

Tarnished sheet metals create a beautiful burnished effect that continues to age and change over time through environmental factors and the human touch. The result - an ever evolving patchwork of lustrous metals of unique shape and patina.

Axolotl Sheet Metals are available in a range of metals and ageing effects – using solid zinc, brass and copper sheets, the range includes black steel, and tarnished bronze effects.

Axolotl sheet metals, are available in a variety of thicknesses and can be used where sheet metal is required in lieu of our decorative metal coatings. This range offers architects and designers the ability to specify pre-aged panels on a new build or renovation, avoiding bright and inconsistent 'fresh' metal, while ensuring the characteristics of the solid metal are retained. ●

Developed by taking inspiration from trends in stone finishes the Wilsonart AEON Quartz collection allows you to bring the look of quartz, with the convenience and affordability of laminate to your project.

Wilsonart from HVG has created six new designs in two finishes with residential and commercial applications in mind, making them available

in the AEON Enhanced Performance laminate.

The two finishes include a high gloss and a smooth satin, both performing to the highest level. AEON technology creates a surface which is dramatically more durable than before – a surface which keeps its good looks longer providing wear resistance, as well as scratch, scuff and mar resistance.

Perfect for residential and commercial bench tops, cabinetry, vertical wall panels and doors, with matching digitally printed ABS edging allows for a seamless stone finish.

Wilsonart and HVG continue to develop product to provide the Australian market with greater design options at a high quality standard.●

Catering to the growing trend for an industrial utilitarian aesthetic, Caesarstone has introduced two more innovative Concrete designs, which offer the look and feel of a formed concrete surface yet remain easy to clean and never require sealing.

Raw Concrete and Fresh Concrete are the newest additions to the Concrete Designs range for 2015, joining the highly successful Sleek Concrete design.

Raw Concrete’s natural soft grey colour and distinctive texture delivers the classic industrial concrete look while Fresh Concrete brings a delicate and clean modern industrial appearance of fine white concrete to the series.

The three Concrete Designs provide a much needed, high quality, functional product, which enables designers and consumers to achieve the perfect industrial look.●

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Decorative fittings must not only function perfectly in modern furniture, they must also meet the highest demands in terms of design and trendy finishes - like the new furniture handle generation, which Häfele presented at interzum 2015. The current models are stylish accessories and give each furniture item its own, unique appearance.

Häfele presented its first handle collection for kitchen, living and sleeping areas two years ago. Today the company is expanding its product range with a second series of 13 high-quality models.

They continue to feature a clean and elegant design but with this edition Häfele not only pays attention to functionality but also places a major emphasis on trendy finishes. Therefore, the handles are not only available in the standard versions of chrome plated polished and nickel plated brushed but also in frequently requested vintage style including warm hues of copper and bronze coloured tones as well as the stylish option of nickel plated black polished for fans of high gloss panels.

These new Häfele handles enhance every piece of furniture in the kitchen, in

living rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Quality and design Functionality and quality are

key ingredients in any Häfele product and Häfele pays attention to workmanship and finish.

The hardware is made of zinc alloy or aluminium and is suitable for any type of operation: for hinged and sliding doors as well as flap doors and drawers. Even heavy doors such as those found on refrigerators, dishwashers or on pull-outs for kitchen larder units are easily opened. The handles are also easy to clean and therefore the perfect alternative for those

who are disturbed by ugly fingerprints on furniture fronts with push-to-open functions.

Häfele furniture handles are designed for standard hole centres from 32 to 448 mm and are easily integrated into existing production runs. Some models feature double hole centres. All handles are tested according to standard kitchen industry procedures and meet even the highest quality expectations.

Just like the original models, the newly introduced handle collection is also engineered by Häfele every step of the way, from the design studies right to the tool making and mass production process. ●

Hardware

Häfele expands furniture handle collection

By Sue Hirst, Co-founder and Director, CFO On-Call

If you are too young to remember the story of the iceberg that sank the Titanic, let me give you the executive summary of what went wrong (courtesy of Wikipedia.org).

“RMS Titanic was a British passenger liner that sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in the early morning of 15 April 1912, after colliding with an iceberg during her maiden voyage from Southampton, UK to New York City, US. The sinking resulted in the loss of more than 1,500 passengers and crew, making it one of the deadliest commercial peacetime maritime disasters in modern history.

Two enquiries reached broadly similar conclusions, the regulations on the number of lifeboats that ships had to carry were out of date and inadequate; Captain Smith had failed to take proper heed of ice warnings; the lifeboats had not been properly filled or crewed; and the collision was the direct result of steaming into a dangerous area at too high a speed.”

This is a useful story to remember and one that all of us in business can probably relate to. The question is, though, who is looking out for the iceberg in your business?

Here are some examples of icebergs we’ve encountered in our time with our clients:1. Superannuation calculated on the wrong

staff pay items, resulting in overpayment. 2. Ignorance of Work Health and Safety compliance laws, risking potential fines of hundreds of thousands of dollars and jail term for directors.3. Growth plans with no consideration of the cash required to fund growth.4. GST claimed on expenses with no GST included. If this goes on for a long time it can result in large amounts due, plus fines, plus interest and risk putting your business being on a black list for future audits.5. Similarly GST not claimed on items containing GST – risking potential input credits not claimed, adding up to large amounts, causing unnecessary and unexplained cash flow problems.6. PAYG and superannuation not paid, which resulted in a personal liability for the directors of the business (even after liquidation).7. Plans to purchase a competitor’s business without consideration of the extra working capital required to fund the extra sales, risking potential cash flow problems and insolvency.8. Incorrect rates paid to staff resulting in retrospective recompense and wasted time dealing with Industrial Relations claims.9. Long service leave liabilities not accounted

for and expected, resulting in potential large payments, unless you have a particularly good relationship with staff to enable negotiation.10. Lease on premises not renewed, resulting in landlord giving notice to vacate, causing immediate and unexpected closure of business.11. Payments to suppliers with no ABN or lapsed ABNs, resulting in liability for business to pay PAYG tax on their behalf.12. Inadequate business insurance resulting in unnecessary hardship after fire.13. Unresolved contractual issues resulting in unnecessary money and time spent in litigation.14. Lack of data back-ups, resulting in an unnecessarily long time to recover after technology breakdown.15. Fraud by staff resulting in financial loss.16. Issues not allowed for in supply chain, resulting in lack of supply and reduction in revenue.17. Ignorance of environmental issues; for example, digital disruption – impact of internet delivery of products/services by cheaper competitors causing reduced sales. Also impact of sites like Tripadvisor on hospitality industry – adverse ratings are ignored at the peril of businesses in this industry.18. Lack of credit checks of major customers resulting in bad debt, which severely

impacted business’ ability to continue.19. Poorly implemented systems, causing interruption to business’s ability to deliver to customers and reduced revenues.20. Goods not registered with PPSR, causing inability to recover them in the event of customer liquidation.21. Errors in accounting, resulting in underpayment of tax and penalties and interest on underpayment.These are just some of the issues uncovered, some before the disaster occurred and some unfortunately after the event (which occurred before we got there). It’s tempting to think that lots of sales will make up for any little issues that occur. Unfortunately these issues can ‘rear their ugly heads’ when times aren’t so good and the funds aren’t available to cover them. It’s called Murphy’s Law!

The old saying “Prevention is better than cure” is appropriate here. An iceberg can create not just financial hardship but also cause severe stress on business owners and staff morale. The issue with risk management can be “we don’t know what we don’t know” and it can be a very worthwhile exercise to have someone with experience do a risk management review of your business.●

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More than 57,500 industry visitors from 143 countries (an increase of 8.5%) made for an outstanding atmosphere at the exhibitor stands over the four days of the fair. This is extremely rewarding in light of the Germany-wide train strike, which was ongoing for the entire duration of the

fair. At very short notice, Koelnmesse organised a shuttle service from Frankfurt and Düsseldorf airports as well as from the East Westphalia furniture region.

“The increase in visitors did not just reflect the appeal of the innovations and solutions showcased by our exhibitors but also

emphasises the importance of interzum for the industry. There is no other event in the world that generates as much important momentum for this industry, in terms of both innovations presented and actual business conducted, as interzum does,” said Katharina C. Hamma, Chief Operating

Officer of Koelnmesse. With 41,000 visitors

from abroad (an increase of 17%), interzum 2015 was once again a very international event. For one, there was a significant increase in visitors from Europe as well as a considerable increase in fair guests from Asia, particularly from China. Visitor figures from the USA (up 25%), South America (up 21%) and India (up 34%) also displayed an impressive upswing.

With 1,561 companies from 57 countries in attendance, not only were all the market-leading companies represented in Cologne but also plenty of smaller, highly innovative companies. No trade fair but interzum hosts so many market and trend leaders presenting their innovations in furniture production, interior fittings and materials used, making it THE industry meeting place for decision-makers.

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Overview of the trends at interzum:

• Customising: Across-the-board diversity, even production runs of one! New, bold combinations, original ideas, colour trends of the future, decor concepts, designs, patterns, big emphasis on design expertise despite principally technological functions.

• Conservative use of materials from the screw to the lightweight panel, from leather cutting to intelligent foam materials/foams inspired by nature.

• Resource conservation including technical refinement of materials as well as of manufacturing and recycling processes.

• Demographic change/mobility including sit-to-stand assists, castors, fittings to facilitate the easy disassembly and transportation of sofas, simple usability and a focus on comfort.

• Connectivity: apps, bluetooth and wifi for lighting control, locks on furniture and adjusting height levels. Plus an ever increasing diversity of software for customised ordering, e.g. levels of mattress firmness.

• Technologies of the future such as 3D-printing – a technology currently making inroads into many areas of production, design in particular.The next interzum will take place from 16 to 19 May 2017 in

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This is the motto of this year's Ligna fair. Wood is gaining momentum as the ‘go-to’ material of the future and just like Australia, the business of wood is a major part of the economy in Europe. Combining wood with other materials is also proving worthwhile in both the design sense and in terms of environmental sustainability.

Australian manufacturers went to Ligna 2015 in greater numbers than previous shows and most suppliers ran very successful technology tours to coincide with the event. In addition, one third of exhibitors came from outside Germany, showing strong support from the rest of the world. While the show was no bigger than the last one and occupied the same amount of hall space, the aisles were full and stands were packed with visitors. At Ligna, there are times when you know just how a sardine feels.

For Australian and New Zealanders though, there is always a representative to talk to and in many cases you get more of their time than you would at a local trade show.

Industry 4.0I hadn't heard of this term until sometime earlier this year and I doubt many readers have either. In fact, many Australian machinery salespeople hadn't heard of it either, right up until the start of the show. That's not to say they are not well-informed, the term has literally crept up on all of us. 4.0 was a focus at Ligna so we’ll give it a paragraph or two here.

Attending the press conferences of the major suppliers, it was evident that some of the responses to 4.0 had been literally thrown together. Now it's clear that everyone is working to develop new technology and have been doing this

for decades, but there's a feeling the term has caught us all by surprise and we're still trying to process what it actually is.

The responses to 4.0 have been quite varied as suppliers come to terms with what it really means to them. A tooling manufacturer would say 4.0 means collecting and using data about tool use and wear. A machine manufacturer would be thinking about linking machines and collecting data on production times and material use and stocks. A furniture manufacturer may want to use this data to make better use of their equipment and may soon be able to collect data about their product from sales figures and the like.

Industry 4.0 means a lot of things to a lot of people and because it's a complex subject: it will be the topic of future articles in Supplier magazine.

On display• Altendorf has over 150,000 machines working all around the world. At this show, Altendorf ‘re-invented’ its machine by slightly re-designing the look and construction of this popular brand (you don't play around much with a trusted design). This provides a clear front and more floor space to work closer to the machine. The control is placed at eye level and you can see all the controls even from the back.

Altendorf has worked on the machine frame to make it even stronger and also tweaked the sliding table. The changes are not very noticeable – it's still definitely an Altendorf, it's just a little bit better, if that's at all possible.

The customer is now given the chance to make the decisions on how their machine is configured. Up until now, and this is the

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same with most other saws, you bought one of several models and you got a pre-determined set of features. From now on, you can choose from a menu.

The way it goes is that you choose one of three control units to suit your needs and then add your extras. You choose from one of four packs, which contain a number of different options such as clipboard, toolbox for your saw-blades, CNC rip fence, parallelogram cross slide or infeed support roller. All the other Altendorf extras are also available.

• Biesse has a comprehensive range of machines available for every manufacturing need. Biesse is one of only a few companies to have seriously thought about 4.0 and, to demonstrate its commitment to new technology, has added three new machines to the extensive range.

First is a completely new automated nesting machine called NextStep. It's not just a machine with a couple of tables attached – it's an entirely new concept. The panels are fed into the machining area on a travelling belt. Two cutting spindles move back and forth to cut the Y cuts while the belt feeds the panel (with the tools still in the material) to achieve the X or longitudinal cuts.

The parts are fed out of the machine on a continuously moving belt.

The second Biesse highlight machine was an edge bander ‘with the lot’ model Stream B MDS. I've seen some serious edge banders in my time but this one is superb. It was fitted with both hot melt glue and AirForce zero join capabilities and every imaginable processing unit all synchronised for perfect edge finishing.

Biesse engineers have developed a corner rounding unit that is able to adjust for different radii as the various batch size one pieces (in different colours and edge thicknesses) come through the machine. The adjustment happens ‘on the fly’ and there is no break in production.

Biesse's third highlight is the Insider M flexible boring

machine, which is capable of boring every side of the panel in a single pass. Definitely worth a mention is the new Viet Opera robotic sander that uses what looks like a pad sander to sand various shaped parts. The parts can be various door designs, panels or anything else and these are fed through the machine in any order for the machine to recognise by a barcode or several other new tracking developments.

• Costa is marketed in Australia by Peter Ville-Buille and has sanding and finishing equipment in some of the most demanding companies in the world. Think IKEA because I went there to personally see it in operation. Funny thing is that while Costa is in the business of producing the finest surfaces, they're also in the process of producing those that are not so good.

No, it's not the machine but the customer that's the reason for this. I'm talking about the distressed and feature surfaces that are becoming very popular in the United States where country style houses are all the rage. We've had our distressed look stage in Australia but Costa is able to produce so much more that we've been

used to. Pin holes, the band-sawn look, random patterns and grain augmentation where the brushes pick out the softer growth rings to raise the grain are all expert solutions provided by Costa.

• Felder is a company that continues to impress with its advanced mix of traditional wood processing and panel machinery. They do things differently at Felder and the first thing to know is that the machines are all made entirely in Austria. Not China, not India, but Austria and when you are greeted at the info desk you’re greeted by a member of the Felder family.

The brand is so practical they give out machine working dimensions with a tool in the head while others give out their working dimensions with no tool. The actual capacity of the machines is, in reality, greater than an opposition machine with the same specifications. Felder makes available some of the highest capacity, competitively-priced CNC machines on the market. A strong feeling amongst the International press this Ligna was that the company is moving the way of the market – listening to what people need and then providing it. 24

Biesse Australia in discussion with clients.


(Felder) Format 4 celebrates 15 years in 2015 but add this to the 60 years producing static machinery and you have quite a pedigree. Always inventing, the Format 4 sliding table crosscut fence now has a wireless connection to ensure that whatever angle you're cutting, the length you've set is always correct.

The slides on the crosscut fence are the same as they use on the actual sliding table: overkill certainly but that's the Felder difference. Software on the CNC machines is displayed on large screens, has 3D views and features drag and drop so you can simply pull a program from your library and drop it on the virtual reality machine in the place you want it machined. The machine works everything else out for you.

The most widely regarded solid timber static machines are Martin and Felder but you won't see many Martins in Australia. You will see plenty of Felders and an example of one of their classic best is the 51L surfacer with a three metre long planer table AND the ability to produce the convex and concave surfaces we tradespeople learned in trade school. The traditional skills and processes are alive and this machine allows special setting of the two tables to achieve this. Perfect for gluing up wide boards and a classic example that Felder look at wood working machinery just a little differently than anyone else.

• Homag occupied half the space in one complete hall at the Ligna show with 60 machines on display and all were working. Not surprising as this is their

home and you would expect nothing short of spectacular. On display and fully operational was a production line 100 metres in length processing panels in batch sizes of one. This is to say you can get any or all parts from any job and literally at the touch of a button, one immediately after the other.

Of both great interest and amusement was Titan, the larger-than-life robot interacting with sales staff and visitors promoting the quality and performance of the system. Imagine Robocop complete with dynamic sound effects, he was about the same size. But it's not all tongue in cheek, Homag executives assure us that the automation evident in their 100 metre line works just as effectively in smaller installations.

Homag is famous for its Homag City (with the business card only entry) technology centre. It's here that you will see the very latest new product from Homag along with prototypes of what is yet to come. Of

interest was the laser guided materials handling of parts cut on a single-sheet cutting pattern on a beam saw. The operator is guided through the turning and re-cutting of parts by images projected onto the top of each part being processed. The result is, of course, no waste due to incorrect placement of the parts.

A further innovation was the new tool stack with 18 tools per circular tool magazine and one to four magazines in height, depending on your requirements.

What really stood out was the autonomy of the Homag workflow with minimum human intervention. Homag is set to benefit from its acquisition by the Durr group. The synergies of technology between the companies headed by Durr will be a spark for Homag and is sure to realise new ideas and developments. Not that Homag needed any spark – they have continually surprised the industry with a continual flow of award-

winning developments for decades.

• IMA is represented in Australia by the Wood Tech group. The company is actually three partners working together to supply a complete range of equipment. Their order books are full already and much of this is due to their expertise installing very large plants in high-output factories around the world. They are already working with the software Wood Develop where a customer can design their own cabinets and then order it from their home. It's possible to produce the order and deliver within a few days. The software restricts the customer to processes possible with the manufacturer, but it's proving very popular in Europe. IMA's Schelling cutting plants feature unattended operation and the parts come out labelled and in the correct orientation for assembly.

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The Rover A makes it easy to process complex pieces whilst ensuring quality, precision and long term reliability. The Rover A is a 3, 4 or 5 axis working centre, it can be configured to suit small and large joineries. High-tech becomes accessible and intuitive using the bSolid 3D cad cam software. Planning is achieved in just a few clicks.

A perfect combination of Biesse innovation and Italian genius.

We've reported on this technology before but while the end result is not news, the way IMA is doing it is. As a reminder, we have laser, hot air and infra-red. Plasma was still being used by IMA until recently but they announced at Ligna that this technology has been dropped permanently. Their new technology is, in fact, another version of laser so it’s more of a refinement than a revolution.

This was developed in co-operation with Philips Photonics and is called IMALUX. Unlike a conventional laser using focus to set the laser height to the edge material, IMALUX uses a number of individual lasers set in an array that are switched

on according to the thickness of the panel to be edged.

IMA claims an extremely long life from the product and that it's quiet and more efficient than a hot airsystem. The new product will be available from 2016.

• Leitz is in the business of continuous development of all of its tools. It's very likely that the tool you buy tomorrow will not be the same as the tool it's replacing even though it has the same part number. Leitz continually re-designs its tools to get more performance. A change in the gullet or a slightly different shear or waste exit angle are all that is often needed to get that little bit extra we're all looking for.

Leitz works with all the

major machinery suppliers to continually develop tools in line with changing machine speeds and functions. Available now are hybrid tools that combine the best ingredient from each of several tooling solutions such as the patented RipTec and ProfilCut tools combined in the one cutter set. Other interesting work are guards featuring more efficient chip flow characteristics; guards with noise reduction elements built-in and new tools for the boom in kitchen design where hidden fittings or lighting needs to be incorporated into the cabinets. The edge rounding cutters (one and two millimetre) used in some edge banders designed to change profile on the fly are often developed in conjunction with Leitz technicians.

This Ligna, in addition to releasing many new tools, Leitz had set up on its stand a complete tool maintenance workshop. The idea was to make the user more aware of the technology involved in

sharpening a tool and that proper tool maintenance can save thousands of dollars off your tooling costs.

Karl Heinz Rosner, Head of Leitz Service International department explained: "Users have the right to expect the same processing quality from the first to the last day of operation, taking full advantage of tool life potential".

Leitz Australia has invested heavily in this area and is capable of providing the same services as Europe. Like the machine suppliers, Leitz sells solutions to manufacturing needs so it's important to consider your tooling needs when you buy the machine, not as an afterthought.

*Leuco: In November 2010 Leuco installed a P-System tool at the Bauwerk parquetry floor manufacturer in Switzerland. The cutter was not sharpened (it was cleaned) and was eventually taken off the machine in February 2014 because it hit a nail. The tool had done almost five million metres – about the distance between 28

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Hamburg and Dubai. It’s worthwhile noting that Leuco displayed the actual tool at Ligna and that the edge that was not chipped by the nail still produced a clean cut.

The P-System tool uses an acute shear angle to pare away the wood chips; not chop them off. Leuco R&D claims as much as eight times the life over standard tools.

Two years ago Leuco displayed the AeroTech tool holder that has a built-in device (turbo-fan) to lift the waste off the table during nesting operations. This tool has now been further developed for other uses and versions approved (warranty issues) by some of the major machine suppliers are available. This tool is an important addition to any nesting situation and Leuco will come to your premises

so that it’s set up correctly and the right AeroTech tool is made available.

The tool is now available in a hydro version for 16mm shank tools.

• SCM is the bread and butter for many woodworking shops around the world. You see so many l'Invincibile machines in almost every workshop that you naturally associate the brand with solid timber and static machinery. However, the brand is much more than that – much more – and SCM technology is very capable of anything the others can do and, in some cases, more. Five axes, you got it; zero join edges – you got that too; fully automated panel lines – no problem and, in fact, SCM had five fully operational machining cells at Ligna producing everything

from cabinet parts to furniture components to joinery and stairs.

What SCM has to offer, though, is that in addition to what you see on most other plants, they are also very proficient in producing fully automated lines for any product and in any material.

SCM offers hot melt, PUR and zero edge (AirFusion) technologies on its edge banders. For the new edge tapes coated after-market to suit the zero edge technology (not quite the same as the co-extruded edge) SCM has the micro adjustment capable of allowing for this microscopic amount.

Vertical CNC machines are becoming more popular now in support of nesting applications and the SCM cyflex hp (high performance) offers two drilling units for

faster operation on 1300mm wide panels. Two years ago the widest machine was 900mm on any brand. The machine is suitable for office furniture manufacture where the specification is for full cams, not three quarter cams breaking out the end of the panel.

Other new developments at SCM are a carbon fibre spreader on its saw carriage and label printing from the flex store automated sorting equipment that is printed in the correct orientation. On other equipment the labels may need to be turned and this adds to the cost and complexity of the process.

SCM makes every part on every machine themselves and this is an important consideration when buying equipment. A part or element used on an edge bander

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could theoretically be used on any machine in their range. A CNC unit could be used on an edge bander. They make it all themselves and so they fully understand how it all works. They even have their own foundry and not many other suppliers can tell you that.

A fantastic example of how this all comes into practice for you, the buyer, is the new k360 edge bander. This machine comes in at a price point that is competitive with Asian-made machines but was designed in consultation with the Australian supplier, Gabbett Machinery. It has available all of the elements such as end cutting, rounding on straight and shaped panels, trimming unit for thick, thin and wooden edges, pre-milling, brushing, scraping and hot air edging. It's the perfect entry level machine, it's made in Italy and you can afford it.

• Weinig equipment is used in the most demanding applications including the manufacture of roof supporting beams in laminated (finger jointed) wood in places such as the Luis Vuitton Museum in Paris. Wooden beams are now widely used because of their strength and the ability to span large areas. Weinig’s 2015 Technology offensive starts off with larger screens for your operators, simplified set-ups with software standardised across the range in16:9 resolution and more efficient extraction of the waste from the cutting area. The Combi-Scan Evo comes with three cameras, not two and this gives you either a higher resolution or faster feed speed. Finger jointing plants no longer need to have the two pieces set mechanically; a camera is now able to adjust the height of the two finger-jointed pieces so they line up perfectly. 30


A new Weinig app is now available to assist with your machine use and includes some of the more common iPhone functions reworked for Weinig applications. It’s actually very, very good. The functions include calculating angles, access to Weinig services and a camera to identify faults or parts to send to the Weinig service department. The app can be linked to the machine monitor and can call up trend and operating data and even provide the set up steps for your machine. It can also lock your machines off when the day is done.

This year marks the 110th anniversary of Weinig and I am advised that the company is offering special deals to celebrate this event.

Also from the Weinig Group, Holz-Her CNC machines now have on-board tool cleaning and their vertical Evolution drilling machines now boast 22 spindles, amongst the most available from any supplier. Addressing Industry 4.0, Weinig offers the Weinig System Plus, a paperless workflow from tool design, making and manufacturing of the components.

Ligna still stands alone as the world's largest and highest quality woodworking trade show. In this show report we've tried to put together some of the highlights but there's plenty more to know. We'll revisit Ligna in the next issue where we'll have a closer look at more specific new releases, processes and trends. We'll look at different ways wood can be used, automation, new products, other relevant Ligna news and of course, Industry 4.0. ●

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JL Cabinets has been a leading designer and manufacturer of custom domestic and commercial kitchens for businesses and commercial builders for more than 20 years. The owners pride themselves on providing premium quality, affordable designer kitchens to match the customers’ style of living and taste.

In response to an increase in contracts and a desire to streamline and modernise the business, JL Cabinets purchased what was to be their first CNC routing machine in 2010. John Liu, owner of JL Cabinets explained his decision.

“Our work load was increasing so much that we couldn’t hope to continue to meet demand without making some significant changes to our manufacturing processes, so we started looking at CNC routing machinery.

“In order for us to continue to grow and

expand it was important that we purchased wisely. Things such as reliability, value-for-money, expandability, service and support were high on our list of priorities.”

John said that they spent a great deal of time researching various CNC routers available before making the decision.

“We decided to purchase a Multicam CNC router because it met all of our criteria and also had the added benefit of being Australian made,” said John. “That first Multicam machine put us in a position that allowed us to continue to expand the business to where it is today.”

Over the last 12 months, JL Cabinets has supplied over 600 kitchens to the Sydney commercial and domestic markets.

“Supplying to the commercial market has taken off so much that it

now accounts for nearly two thirds of our total output,” added John “These include high rise and medium density unit constructions.”

John believes that is their personal touch that separates them from the competition

This year JL Cabinets took delivery of a second Multicam CNC router – a dedicated nesting machine with a process area of 3600mm x 1800mm.

John said: “The decision to buy a second Multicam machine was made because of the increased work load and the type of jobs we were moving into. This new machine has a full materials handling system to cope with the large sheets of material we are dealing with, much to the relief of the guys on the floor. It also has a second head with a drill attachment for faster processing of panels with multiple holes.

“The barcode scanner integrates perfectly with our design software and eliminates operator errors.”

John added that the decision to buy their second CNC router from Multicam was made as a direct result of the reliability of the first Multicam machine, and the service and support they had received from Multicam.

“We employ 15 people in our business. They all depend on us being able to get product out of the door, so it is reassuring to know that we have the full support of Multicam when we needed,” he explained.

“We are proud of the fact that we can supply top quality, competitively priced kitchens that are all locally made. Buying an Australian made Multicam machine means that we are dealing with a company that has the same outlook as us and is, in turn, supporting local industry.”●

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A wood craftsman most of his life, Christian Farmer was talking about his Biesse Rover B 4.35 FT, a CNC flatbed nesting machine and the true-grained native hoop pine he uses and personally selects from Queensland plantation forests.

“My passion for wood and how it can be machined began, I guess, when I was five and spent time with my grandfather in his workshop,” Christian recalled. “I was amazed at what he could create and the magical sounds and smell of the wood on the bandsaw have stayed with me ever since.”

It was natural that Christian would turn to cabinet making; an Apprentice of the Year award stands testimony to the skills he honed as a young man.

Today, Farmers, a family company established in 1975, fills a long-standing void in the industry for an exclusive boutique company that produces quality, customised kitchen cabinetry, bespoke doors, panels and tailored facades for an elite group of buyers across Australia and New Zealand.

But the big leap forward came after a visit to

Germany’s Ligna exhibition 10 years ago and Christian’s discovery of Biesse’s Italian excellence in wood machinery.

“Every nesting machine salesman at the show had the best machine for me,” he said. ”But it was not until I talked to an owner of a Biesse machine that I made my choice. The Biesse Rover B 4.35 FT, and its singularly unique flatbed nesting system, turned our business around. The family and everyone on the factory floor thought it was fantastic.

“I think it was the first flat-nesting machine in Queensland, the first of the Biesse Rover B generation, and it performs as efficiently today as it did 10 years ago. It does everything for us. We can complete a day’s production in a couple of hours. In fact, it works for just five hours some mornings and gets switched off for the rest of the day.

Christian said that, generally, nesting systems do about 80% of the cutting and the rest is edging. But at Farmers it’s more like 20-22% and the rest in value adding.

Because of their structure, which combines natural

plantation hoop pine, crown-cut veneers and MDF, the products at Farmers are ‘built-up’ and value added, rather than just solid pieces.

The materials are processed on the Rover B in stages: a single piece is machined, lifted off and then glued to another. This is machined again and then glued to a third piece to be finished as a three-dimensional profile.

“We’re proud that we manufacture a niche product that nobody can copy,” Mr Farmer said.

This is reflected in the many awards won by Farmers such as Best Renovated Kitchen, Kitchen Designer of the Year, Best Supplier of the Year and Best Small Employer on the Gold Coast.

“Everything off the production line comes complete with Australian Forestry Standard certification

and zero emissions – a big marketing tool for us,” added Farmers’ general manager Nathan Cowley, who has been with the company for 15 years.

“The boss goes to the hoop pine plantations in the Mary Valley with a shopping list and selects his own timber. It’s magnificent – whitish and light-coloured with a straight grain and fine texture. It cuts like butter and stays structurally true and stable during machining.”

Nathan spoke about expansion plans for the factory to meet an insatiable demand that Farmers is struggling to satisfy.

“Yes, we could double, even triple our capacity with the Biesse machine, but we’ll stay with current production levels; we have a premium product that brings a premium price and that’s a blessing, thanks to Biesse.” ●

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“It’s an honest machine – as true and as reliable as the plantation-grown wood it processes,” said Christian Farmer, founder and managing director of Farmers, a boutique cabinet and kitchen business on the Gold Coast.

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Gabbett Roadshow Griffith

There was a great response to the Gabbett Group’s recent roadshow to Griffith, NSW, where onsite demos of the latest SCM nesting machines combined with Xcab nesting software were on display.

Jose Ojeda of the Gabbett Group commented” “It was great to be able to spend time with all the local kitchen cabinetmakers and joiners showing what this technology can do.

“We spent time on kitchen design software, we nested the components and we machined the product,” said Jose. “It was a great, practical demonstration on what manufacturers in our

industry have to do on a day to day basis.”

The best part, according to Jose, was that it was local.

“Because we made the decision to bring our product to Griffith rather

Nesting machines that come to you

than have something in Sydney or wherever, we made it easy for people to get there and see for themselves.”

Many visitors spent the full show on site talking to existing machine owners,

the software technicians as well as Gabbett’s tooling and ducting industry partners.

“In one event, we made it easy to check out everything people need to get into nesting,” said Jose. ●


John D’Arcy of D’Arcy Cabinets realised this early, understanding he needed to invest in smarter, more efficient manufacturing to ensure his company stayed competitive.

Located at Somerville on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, D’Arcy Cabinets has always enjoyed a reputation for a high quality standard of work. Based on this, John’s brief for improving the manufacturing was relatively simple:• be able to continue the

current high standard of product;

• be able to machine product quicker;

• reduce re-work and errors (both in the factory and onsite).The first step was investing

in Cabmaster software in 2012. This allowed for visual presentations for clients, and streamlined the data (like cutting lists)

getting to the workshop. The next step was to improve the manufacturing process itself.

Researching your nesting machine

John spent a great deal of time looking at the different suppliers and their machines features. In the end John made the decision to purchase the SCM Pratika 310 through Gabbett Machinery. John was already familiar with Gabbett Machinery, as his panel saw and edgebander are both made by SCM.

“I’ve had both my machines since 2010 and they’ve been great,” said John “Gabbett Machinery has always serviced and supported my machines, so I felt more than comfortable with their ability to look after me with the nesting machine.”

John made the decision at the 2014 AWISA show

to go ahead with the SCM Pratika 310.

“My wife and I had a good look around at AWISA and narrowed it down to a couple of machines that would work well for us. After looking at the finer details, there were a few features on the Pratika that were in its favour,” he said.

Most important of these was the footprint of the machine – the Pratika’s unique guarding and safety system makes it one of the most compact on the market yet is still able to process a full 2400x1200 sheet.

Since taking the CNC plunge John hasn’t looked back.

So what has the SCM nesting machine done for D’arcy Cabinets (h2)

“It’s been a great machine. It was set up in the factory quickly and my existing Cabmaster software

synced easily with it,” he explained. “Getting the jobs from the planning stage to the back of the truck as quickly is possible is very important in my business. Now I can get jobs out the door faster than ever before and it has given me the chance to look at where I take the business next.”

Business expansion In fact, since John has

been able to manufacture faster, he has been able develop a flat pack avenue to his business. The nesting machine has been able to take the expansion in production in its stride.

John said: “The Mornington Peninsula is rapidly expanding. We noticed a hole in the market for flat pack supply. Predominantly our customers are the public and installers. It’s very much word of mouth at the moment but its moving ahead very well”. ●

In a competitive market, small companies find it hard to compete on jobs, both from a turnaround time and a price perspective.

Nesting with D’arcy Cabinets

Manufacturing


Qumei Furniture is one of China’s foremost furniture manufacturers, creator of a winning formula that combines design groundbreaking production plants and over 600 exclusive retail outlets.

The relationship between Qumei (Beijing) and SCM Group is based on mutual esteem built up over the years. SCM’s wide range of top class Italian technology for panel machining has allowed the Chinese company (known for its ability to offer select products with a modern design) to acquire an enviable position and image amongst Chinese furniture-making companies.

QM’s choice of SCM Group technology is an all-round one: Gabbiani panel saws, Stefani edgebanding machines, Morbidelli and SCM processing centres for boring/milling, and DMC sanding machines.

It is its latest purchase though – an automatic CPC line for packing the panels in boxes – that clearly indicates the request for all-round automation from the Chinese market.

New cardboard packaging solution

CPC is now utilising a new concept of cardboard packaging that allows high productivity and automation. Importantly,

it removes the level of operator intervention so reduces the labour cost significantly. The solution is a largely automated process based on the following steps:

1. Automatic dimensional measurement of product. This machine automatically measures the size of the upcoming component and sends this information directly to the cardboard cutting box machine.

2. Automatic preparation of cardboard packaging, with consumption optimisation. This machine can process seven-fold cardboards according to the working piece. So it can save money and it is very fast, at full production the line can produces six boxes per minute.

3. Facilitated preparation of the box. The boxes are folded mechanically by the line. There is no operator intervention at this point.

What were the driving forces behind the investment?

Qumei needs this packing line due to the increase variability of its components. Batch sizes were becoming ‘one’ meaning every component, product and packaging required was different to the last.

One of the largest costs in the packaging section

was the cardboard itself – not just the cardboard but the storage and handling costs. The new SCM group line allows for more flexible work, with the box being prepared on a just-in-time basis.

What has the SCM group CPC line delivered to Qumei?

1. Flexibility: The SCM group packaging line can be used in mass production mode and also in customisation production mode. Qumei has more than 10,000 work piece sizes – packaging was difficult to purchase from a third party supplier. This packing line can process all of this quickly saving time and maintaining flexibility. A seven-fold saves 30% of carton paper.

2. Efficiency: On the basis of a three month period, this packing line

has packed 1200 pieces / day (work time eight to 10 hours).

3. Cost efficiency: This line needs only eight to 10 workers, whereas before the area required between 25 and 30 workers.

4. Standards: All of the products are packed neatly and the entire workshop is managed via the PC reporting systems. During the packing operations, the incident of missing parts is greatly reduced.

5. Neat, flawless and firm packaging: The customer’s first impression is that the packaging is a great improvement from the traditional hand folding cartons.

6.Ease of transport: Straightforward stacking, neat packaging, breakage rate reduced, and a cargo load superior by 10-15% per vehicle. ●

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Holzma announced a world-first in Hanover that will revolutionise the cutting process in order-related manufacturing – the HPS 320 flexTec. In this smart cutting cell, the German company has implemented a concept that takes part transfer in customised production to a completely new level and allows fully automated processes. This saves time and material, thus reducing costs.

Both in craft businesses and industry, batch size 1 production is experiencing a rapidly increasing demand on the part of customers and this is posing major manufacturing challenges for producers. The main cause for this lies in production runs that were originally designed for maximum efficiency in mass production. With the new HPS 320 flexTec, Holzma has taken a radically

different approach with a cutting concept tailored to batch size 1 production according to customer specifications.

Fully automated processes on a small footprintThe HPS 320 flexTec completes individual cutting processes in mass production style – without manual handling, extremely fast and efficiently. This is achieved by fully automated cycles and a revolutionary part transfer system that is individually tailored to the respective production process and the material to be cut. Other features include a small footprint and a low maintenance requirement, which results in significantly higher availability.

Recuts – unlimitedThe numerous recuts needed up to now presented a

major challenge. The individual parts had to be temporarily stored and repeatedly fed to the saw. This takes up time, causes higher costs and disrupts production processes again and again. The only alternative was to accept considerable limitations in cutting patterns and more waste.

That is all history since the arrival of the new HPS 320 flexTec. This new development can complete multiple recuts fully automatically, flexibly and without limitations made possible with a new part transfer system.

Substantially less wasteOne of the main factors driving costs in batch size 1 production was sub-optimal material yield. The HPS 320 flexTec will now put an end to that, too. Thanks to intelligent, fully

automatic processes, it is able to reduce the amount of waste incurred in batch size 1 production quite considerably. Furthermore, optimum use is made of all offcuts – they are automatically re-used in the production process. What's more, the new cutting cell has been specifically designed to cut single panels, making it very energy efficient from the start. It is also equipped with a specially optimised extraction system. Entirely in line with ecoPlus philosophy, all these innovative features significantly reduce not only manufacturing costs but also operational costs, thus ensuring a short payback period for the saw.

Suitable for craft and industry alikeThe new HPS 320 flexTec is able to exploit its potential to the full when combined with an automatic horizontal storage system. Suitable solutions are available, and the price is right, making this new cutting cell attractive even for craft businesses. However, industry too will find a perfect solution here because the HPS 320 flexTec can be integrated in production lines of the Homag Group without any problems. This means that production can continue in a fully automated fashion after the cutting cell, if required.

The result? Batch size 1 cutting processes on a grand scale. ●

Holzma revolutionises the cutting process

Manufacturing


The Strategic Industry Plan from the Furniture Cabinets Joinery Alliance (FCJA) highlights the key challenges facing the industry at present and presents critical areas to focus on for developing a thriving local industry.

It will come as no surprise to learn that the plan identifies that the industry is struggling to compete in a high cost environment with intense competition from overseas manufacturers and concludes that competing on price alone is not a sustainable model.

Industry SnapshotPeople Employed = 130,000Industry Revenue = $33 billion per annumBusiness Structure = Majority family owned with less than 20 employees; 0.1% of businesses employ over 200 employeesLocation = 80% businesses on eastern seaboard

Efficiency not price mindsetFor businesses to succeed in the long term the plan identifies the need for the industry to break free of the price based mindset since it cannot compete with low-wage countries on price alone. Instead the industry needs to develop an efficiency and innovation mindset, taking advantage of the latest technologies, upgrading and upskilling.

The industry will benefit greatly from focussing on niche markets where there is the potential to provide innovative and quality products that offer a real value-add.

Critical success factorsThe FCJA Plan highlighted four areas as critical to the future success of the industry.

1. Design and innovation – focussing on quality design can provide a competitive edge over imported products, but this also covers areas such an innovative management, marketing and production methods.

2. Regulatory and compliance regime – this encompasses the overall regulatory framework for the industry as well as a range of areas such as exchange rate policy, tarrifs and duties, import standards, tax regime and government procurement policy.

3. Labour skills and training – this addresses

both the reduction in overall numbers of skilled staff in the industry but also the reducing numbers of apprentices entering the industry. It also looks at the gap in

the education and skills framework for the industry at all levels from apprentice through to management.

4. Supply chain – this factor covers the end to end supply chain required for manufacturing quality goods such as sourcing sustainable raw materials. It also looks at forming collaborations with other businesses to enhance efficiencies and better compete with larger competitors.

Some of the critical success factors identified in the Strategic Industry Plan to achieve and maintain a thriving industry are beyond the control of individual businesses, largely in the regulatory and skills areas.

Some examples of these are:• tarrifs which presently

seem to work against

domestically produced goods;

• apparent disparity between application of product safety standards for domestic and imported goods;

• reverse discrimination in the areas of import scrutiny and government procurement;

• sshortage of skilled employees;

• inadequate delivery and outdated content of current industry training courses.For these issues the FCJA

aims to work closely with the government to try to work through solutions to level the playing field.

Design innovationHowever, one critical factor highlighted in the plan that is within every business’ control is design and innovation.

Typically the industry has a very low spend on research and design and yet it is here that the industry stands to make it greatest gains and set itself apart. It is through design innovation that businesses stand out from the pack, become leaders and offer something that the competition, both locally and globally, cannot.

However, to go down this path you need the right tools. For example when working on a new product design you cannot afford to be restricted by outdated CAD/CAM software technology. You need a new

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new business and move quickly in market niches as you identify them;

• allows you to model in true 3D to ensure you are able to draw without restriction and that your designs can be turned into reality;

• can perform kinematics modelling so that you can see working parts in action and fix issues at design stage;

• understands that the design needs to be manufactured and therefore integrates visual machining within the software to reduce errors and thus reduce time and material wastage;

• understands there are many partners involved in product design and therefore offers a multitude of import/export file formats for easy communication, saving time and increasing productivity across the design and production chain;

• supports advanced production methods including multiple axis machining.However, a design and

innovation focus is much more than just product design, it encompasses the whole production process looking for smarter ways of working at all levels. You need to be backed by new generation software that:• understands and supports

best practice processes from design through to production;

• allows you to capitalise on a key competitive advantage our local industry has over imports – speed to market;

• that views design and production as integrated steps, just as you view them in your business. All of which leads to more

efficient ways of working, increasing productivity and profitability. ●

For more information on the Furniture Cabinets Joinery Alliance or a copy of the Strategic Industry Plan please go to www.fcja.org.au

The latest development in Pytha version 22 is the 3DS Import.

With this interface you have access to a wealth of data pools. The Pytha 3DS Import allows the construction of very large and complex scenes/projects; accessories such as plants, everyday objects, clothes, vehicles and more can be imported into

projects you have modeled with Pytha to enhance your scene and give it a more realistic look.

Many online libraries are based on the 3DS format, which allows very fast import without long waiting time. Various companies sell high-quality 3ds files while countless libraries are available free of charge. ●

What do the following companies have in common? Facebook, Google, Instagram, Xero, Houzz, Pinterest, Linked In, Alibaba, Airbnb and Uber. They are all software. They do not have a product you can touch – their product is based on interaction through a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.

Why is this so significant? All of these companies exist because of the internet. They have all used the internet and software to create a new idea, which in nearly all cases changed how we live.

Google is the oldest being founded in 1998, but became widely known in 2004 when it started to become the most popular search engine. Facebook was founded in 2004, Xero in 2006, Houzz in 2009, Instagram in 2010, Pinterest in 2010, Airbnb in 2008 and Uber in 2012.

Some amazing facts about these businesses include: Uber is the world’s largest taxi company but owns no vehicles; Facebook is the world’s most popular media owner but creates no content; Alibaba is the most valuable retailer but has no inventory and Airbnb is the word’s largest accommodation provider yet owns no real estate.

These examples show us just how powerful software is and how much software is now entrenched in our lives. Software has created hundreds of new industries

and it is believed primary school children of today will, in the future, be working in hundreds of new industries that have not been created yet.

What happens to the traditional industries?Many of these industries adapt very quickly – they need to or they will cease to exist. Let’s take a closer look at the cabinet making industry. Designers and manufacturers cannot work effectively without both the hardware and the software that runs the hardware. But which is more important to the effectiveness of the business running productively?

If a CNC manufacturer spends $100,000 to $200,000 on equipment they hope they will get many years’ worth of use before they need to replace it. But does the machinery itself solve the problem or is it the software running the machine that solves the problem? Can software extend the life of machinery?

These are all valuable questions that can all be answered with yes. Software, however, will have a greater impact on how the hardware will run effectively.

Let’s talk specifics with two examples.

Example 1: Business A uses software to run its hardware but is still required to hand input the cabinet measurements into the system. They are also required to manually layout the best scenario to get the most cabinet components out of each sheet. So Business A will achieved the desired result but, could this system be improved? Yes, absolutely.

Example 2: Business B uses software to run its hardware and also uses software to handle all its orders from clients. They have provided software to their client (FREE of charge),

which both makes their and their client’s job easier. Business B receives their orders via the software, which then sends all this information to the CNC software, which orientates the cabinet components to the best cutting scenario. Without much or any human input the process is completed saving many hours of labour.

This is not a made up scenario – this system is being used in Australia right now. goCabinets works seamlessly with WoodCam

to achieve this very result.Gary Cannard from

Cabinets by Computer often questions businesses who spend $100,000 to $200,000 on machinery only to use sub standard or outdated software to run it.

“It doesn’t make sense to have a great piece of machinery being run by software that is deficient. It’s like putting an engine from a small hatchback car into a truck – it is just not going to perform to its potential.

“We want cabinet making businesses to see where the true value of their machinery is – the hardware is important but the software is the brain that runs it.”

Gary added: “Cabinet makers need to choose the software first then match the most appropriate machinery to the software: great software can extend the life of machinery significantly”.

The cabinet making industry has thousands of years of tradition, but, thankfully, many smart businesses in Australia are merging software technology into their manufacturing.

So what would stop a cabinet maker in Australia from using software to improve their business? The answer it would seem is ‘habit’. While there will always be projects that require the traditional knowledge, if history teaches us anything, it is if you don’t keep an eye on technology, then you may be planning for failure while you watch the whole world pass you by. ●

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Hardware versus software By goCabinets

“Cabinet makers need to choose the software first then match the most appropriate machinery to the software: great software can extend the life of machinery significantly”.


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