The Tools we use to build fine hardware

Planer
Definition: a planer sizes wood
Use: you set a dimension on the planer and then run a board of wood through the planer and it will cut the wood based on the specs to that dimension
We have 1

Shaper
Definition: profiles wood to different shapes using a cutter head design specific to every shape
Use: used for adding details, such as door edges, moulding details
We have 7, we have each one preset based on the job so that the building process is streamlined and efficient

Lobo Shape-and-sand
Definition: it shapes and sands cabinet door parts prior to assembly and to precise dimension
Use: used in every job for immaculate door fabrication

Blum machine
Definition: bores holes for door hinges and doors
Use: self explanatory

Lobo Miter Machine
Definition: cuts cabinet door style and rail on a 45-degree angle with a spline and a dowel hole for assembly
Use:

SCMI Dual-Head Wide-Belt Sander
Definition: sands cut wood to perfection in a single pass with a rough and a finish sanding belt
Use: sands glued door panels and finish sands final door assemblies

Altendorf Sliding Table Saw
Definition: cuts panel stock for cabinet boxes

Ritter Line Boring Machine
Definition: drills two rows of 24-holes for adjustable shelf pegs

Ritter Faceframe Machine
Definition: used for precise faceframe assembly

Dovetail machine
Definition: automated dovetailer for drawer box assembly

Paint shaker
Definition: shakes stain and paint after color is mixed

Band saw
Definition: used for cutting intricate wood patterns

Paint booth
Definition: filters overspray through large filtered air intake. Keeps the staining process environmentally friendly

Staging area
Definition: where the finished product is placed prior to being loaded for delivery and installation

Planning room
Definition: used for review of construction plans

Dust collector
Definition: extracts sawdust from woodcutting machinery

Brandt Edge Bander

Definition: applies wood and pvc edge tape to shelving and closet components

Her Sef Panel Router
Definition: routes a dato groove in a panel for cabinet box assembly

Lumber Storage
Definition: where raw lumber and plywood is stored before fabrication

Moulder
Definition: uses different cutter knifes to manufacture different custom moulding details
Uses the moulding cutters

Delta Table Saw
Definition: used for ripping lumber

Door assembly clamp
Definition: used for clamping and squaring the door parts together with 120Lbs. of pressure to allow for final gluing and fastening