Sanding & Polishing

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Wood polishing and sanding machines and processes

Wood polishing and sanding machines are used for the processing of wood. In the woodworking industry, the first step usually undertaken with a wood workpiece is sawing. Since wood has a fibrous structure, there are very few cases where freshly sawn wood can be used as an end product (for example, as construction wood). As soon as the wood requires surface treatment, it requires further processing, and treatment with planers is usually sufficient. However, if the wood workpiece requires more than planing, it can be processed with a sanding machine and/or a polishing machine in order to achieve a high-quality surface.

Uses for sanded and polished wood

The sanding machine and/or the polishing machine are primarily used to increase the aesthetic appeal of wooden workpieces. If a particularly beautiful wooden structure is required (e.g. bird's eye maple in the interior of automobiles), a polishing machine is suitable for achieving it. A wood polishing machine can also be used in conjunction with high quality wood stains and varnishes to produce exclusive surfaces. On the other hand, a sanding machine is used to carry out the process before polishing to even out uneven surfaces, increase dimensional accuracy and reduce the amount of polishing required. A wood sander or a wood grinder are used to even out uneven surfaces and to increase the dimensional accuracy and visual appearance of a workpiece.

Sanding and polishing machines for wood

Increases the visual appearance of a workpiece Sanding and grinding processes are used to even out uneven surfaces and to increase the dimensional accuracy of a workpiece Polishing used for the production of exclusive surfaces

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Well-known hand-held tools, like an orbital wood sander, cannot be used in industrial settings. Special industrial sanding machines are used in order to achieve desired results. A wood sanding machine is usually just a modified disc and belt sander that is available in a variety of forms on the market. Large mistakes and damages on the workpieces can be quickly identified through inspection. A wood polishing machine looks similar to a double-wheeled bench grinder, but they have a slower operation speed. It is not recommended to try to modify a double bench grinder to turn it into a polishing wheel. Due to the high speeds and torques, the wood can experience heat damage and subsequently requires the use of polishing discs and equipment.

Working with a sanding and polishing machine

A good sense of proportion and visual judgement is necessary for the successful sanding and polishing of wood. There are no machines that can measure how well the surface of a wood workpiece is polished. The experience and talent of the operator are responsible for the quality of the surface after being processed by an industrial sanding machine. The work is self-explanatory and can be done by assistants or semi-skilled workers after basic training. Even the switching of the polishing and sanding machines is not so difficult. However, it is still important to be cautious and take care of the safety regulations, for example, disconnecting the machine before opening it. Wood sanding machines need to be cleaned on a daily basis in order for used sanders to last as long as possible.

Suppliers of sanding and polishing machines for wood

Recommended suppliers for sanding machines are HOLZPROFI, JET, METABO, HEESEMANN and KURT EHEMANN. A combination of a sanding and polishing machine is available from BERNADO. You can regularly find used sanding machines manufactured by those and other well-known suppliers in our numerous industrial auctions. Visit us regularly as our used machines offer is constantly updated. Our team at the Surplex Customer Care is always pleased to be helpful in case you have any questions. In addition to this, we recommend subscribing to our newsletter in order not to miss any special offers in the future.