Molded wood

Due to the three-stage manufacturing process (veneer production, pressing, machining) and order-based production, a delivery time of around four to six weeks is common. A shortening of this delivery time is possible through our Flex-Order-System with appropriate order sizes.

A minimum lot size of 250 pieces is necessary for economical production. In individual cases, however, a lower number of pieces per order can be agreed.

If the customer wishes, we can also offer molded parts painted and ready-made.

To protect the wood surface, the moldings can be painted opaque or transparent with water-based varnish. Through the use of stains, a variety of different shades are possible (e.g. maple, cherry, mahogany). In addition, the veneer can also be oiled and/or waxed.

Precious veneers (such as maple, cherry, oak, walnut or many other types of wood) can usually be pressed well. They are often used as sliced veneer for decorative top layer. The inner layers are then made of beech rotary cut veneer.

We can peel up to a veneer length of 2,220 mm gross. The width is limited by the size of the presses. It is 1,300 mm.

The thickness of the veneer determines the radius. With a veneer thickness of 2.3 mm, the smallest inner radius is 28 mm, with 1.5 mm it is 25 mm, with 1.1 mm it is only 18 mm, with a veneer thickness of 0.8 mm it is only 12 mm, with a veneer thickness of 0.5 mm it is even only 6 mm.

Yes: Our gluing system is well below the limit specified in the E1 standard. Compliance is regularly verified by an independent auditing institute.

Yes: Molded wood can be directly pressed with laminate (HPL/CPL), decorative papers, primer foils, aluminum and similar materials.

The manufacturing tolerance describes the dimensional deviation resulting from machining of the part (milling, drilling, grinding). It is usually very small, in the range of tenths of a millimeter. Shape tolerances, on the other hand, are caused by changes in humidity in the room climate. This can cause opening angles to change or flat moldings to warp. This must be taken into account in the construction and design of molded parts.

To achieve good bonding, the part must remain in the press under pressure and heat for a sufficiently long time. The following rule of thumb applies: Thickness of the part in millimeters divided by 2 plus 4 minutes.

The wood must be sufficiently pliable for the peeling process, which we achieve with steaming. For this purpose, the logs are fanned with hot steam for two days in special steaming pits. In addition, this electronically controlled process produces a uniform tint to the wood. With our process, we can thus guarantee a uniform wood color all year round.

Thanks to our many years of experience in prototype construction and the development of molded wood for a wide range of applications, we can also build models at short notice. For this purpose, we maintain a dedicated development workshop with ten qualified carpenters and master model makers. Samples, prototypes and other devices are created here. By using our unique seat simulator, we are able to create “ownable” chair models in a matter of hours and in collaboration with you.

Experience shows that, especially at the beginning of a development, the decision on execution and design have a significant impact on the cost of the final product. With our many years of know-how, we can help to set the course for an optimal price-performance ratio at an early stage.

Our designers are specialized in Rhinoceros 7 (.3dm), AutoCAD LT2020 (.dwg and .dxf), Creo 6.0 and Mastercam. In addition, we can read and process all common file formats such as .step or .iges.

The diverse material and design advantages mean that the main application is in furniture construction. In addition, shaped wood is also used for toys, vehicle construction, interior fittings, for musical instruments, for accessories and in technology (cable drums, transport tubs, etc.).

The production of rotary cut veneer is significantly cheaper and thus more economical than sliced veneer, because this veneer, due to its relatively narrow strips, must always first be joined and glued together to form a sufficiently large veneer sheet.

Due to its toughness, flexibility, machining and forming capabilities. In addition, we are convinced by the very good price-performance ratio of beech wood.

Yes: With our Becker Incendur® process, we produce flame-retardant molded parts that meet internationally applicable standards. These are used, among other things, for train seats and airport seating.

We produce three standard thicknesses: 1.1 mm / 1.5 mm / 2.3 mm. In addition, there is the special thickness of 0.8 mm. This allows us to produce parts that require very tight radii.

In laminated wood construction, the veneers are all placed in the same grain direction and glued together. This achieves a very high tensile strength – just right for spars, armrests and the side parts of cantilever chairs. In plywood construction, the veneers are laid crosswise (“blocked off”). This gives high dimensional stability for flat parts, such as seats, backrests and seat shells.

Beech raw wood weighs on average 680 kg/m³ (at 12% moisture content).

Our purchasing regions are right on our doorstep: we source our wood primarily from North Rhine-Westphalia, Lower Saxony and Hesse.

The roundwood we use comes exclusively from sustainable German forestry. Sustainability means that only as much wood is cut as will grow back. Due to the strict law of sustainability, the supply is also secured for future generations. German forests are certified according to the ecological quality seals “PEFC” (“Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes”) and “FSC” (Forest Stewardship Council). Both organizations are committed to the sustainable management and conservation of forests with their multiple functions. In Germany, 1.35 million ha are currently certified according to FSC and 7.6 million ha according to PEFC. We are certified as a “Chain of Custody with both organizations.

Our entire manufacturing process is focused on sustainability:

Starting with the very short transport distances of the certified beech logs of max. 60 km from the surrounding domestic forests, the wood residues resulting from peeling are delivered to the particleboard industry for further processing. Other wood residues generated during the manufacturing process are fed into the company’s own heating plant, which is equipped with extensive filters, so that we achieve considerable savings in primary energy: The energy from our heating plant feeds the steaming pits, the large veneer dryer, and our own heating system. In addition, we supply leftover process heat to a company in the neighborhood via a local heating pipeline.

The binding of_CO2 in all our products, such as molded wood shells or laminated wood logs, is maintained during many years of use. If the products are finally utilized for energy, heat and electricity are generated.