How To Choose Spindle And Spindleless Peeling Machine

Peeling machines are utilized for eliminating the outer bark or skin from logs or veneer blocks. Two primary types of peeling machines are spindle and spindleless. So what is the difference? And which type is superior?

The choices you make will be affected by a variety of factors, including budget, throughput, and end product quality.

The Peeling Machine's Performance

Spindle peelers have been used for years, spinning logs against a blade to strip bark with the help of a steel rod. In contrast, spindleless peelers use rollers to turn and support logs for peeling, allowing smaller and irregularly shaped logs to be processed.

Generally, logs with a diameter of 14 to 30 inches are better processed by spindle peeling machines than by spindleless peelers, which are better suited for logs with a diameter of 4 to 16 inches.

Spindleless Peelers

Furthermore, veneer lathe without shafts are becoming more and more popular since they can produce veneers of superior quality without a shaft, setting them apart from their counterparts with shafts. This is because the shaftless can perform cuts in one go, reducing the chances of producing warped or uneven veneer.

It's hard to say which is better because it depends on things like wood diameter, shape, panel type, and your level of quality.

Usually, big wood of large diameter can initially be processed by a spindle peeling, and then finished by a spindle-less one.This primarily relies on the particular situation. A spindle-less peeling machine is generally capable of processing wood up to 20 cm in diameter.

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Let’s Listen To The Engineer

We spoke with a machine engineer who helped us make a better educated decision by outlining important factors to take into account when deciding between spindle and spindleless.

Production Volume

The production volume should be given first priority when choosing a machine. A spindle peeler is advised if your veneer production is more than five cubic meters per hour. On the other hand, smaller production quantities are best suited for a spindleless peeling machine.

Species Of Logs

Species of wood should influence the choice of machine. Spindle peelers are better for hardwood, while spindleless are suitable for softwood.

Quality Of The End Product

The primary determining element when selecting between two pieces of equipment should be the quality of the final product. Shaftless peelers are generally used to generate veneers of higher quality than spindle peelers.

Maintenance And Expenses

Take the cost of equipment maintenance into account before making a decision. Although shaftless peelers may initially cost more than shafted peelers, but could be more cost-effective over time.

Simplicity Of Operation

One advantage of spindleless over spindle machines is their simpler design, which makes them easier to operate. Blade-bearing spindle peelers need skilled operators, while spindleless offer easier operation for inexperienced workers.

Both have advantages and disadvantages, so it's crucial to do your due diligence and choose the model that's best for your company. With the proper knowledge, you can create top-notch veneers that lead to greater customer acceptance and profits.

Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions since we are specialists in the veneer production line.