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WEINIG Mobilspindel – automatic width adjustment during planing
The WEINIG Mobilspindel is an optional feature for planers and moulders processing solid timber workpieces of different widths. It measures the width of the incoming timber and automatically adjusts the position of the left-hand spindle to suit each workpiece. This allows varying widths to be machined in throughfeed operation while making effective use of the available timber width.
Operation and construction
An electronic measuring device determines the workpiece width. The control system processes the measurement and positions the left-hand spindle for machining. Depending on the configuration, the measured width is displayed and the amount of material to be removed can be programmed. Automatic adjustment to fixed dimensions may also be available.
The Mobilspindel is operated through its associated control system. Available displays, settings and automatic functions depend on the technical configuration and equipment of the machine.
Applications
The technology is suited to production using timber of varying widths, for example for edge-glued panels, stair treads or coffin components. Adjusting to each workpiece width can reduce unnecessary material removal and improve timber yield. Machining takes place in throughfeed operation, with the Mobilspindel providing automatic width adjustment.
Application and classification
The Mobilspindel is an option and is not standard equipment on every WEINIG machine. Working widths, feed speeds and available settings must be checked for the individual machine.
