SA200 - Efficient Sanding of Veneer

Basic knowledge of panel processing

Students will learn proper procedures and techniques for sanding veneer panels on the Heeseman wide belt sander. Emphasis is placed upon cross belt sanding, sanding recipes, machine controller, minimizing sanding rejects and preventative maintenance. MODELS: All Heesemann models

• Machine operators, supervisors, finishing and maintenance technicians

• Widebelt Sanders

• Abrasive belt storage and selection
• Fine tuning machine settings
• Recognizing and correcting common sanding defects
• Achieving the best possible finish
• Cross belt application
• Sealer sanding
• Achieving consistent quality

• How to minimize sanding defects
• How to maximize abrasive belt usage
• How to select the proper abrasive belt for the application
• How to achieve consistent results with various species
• How to properly and efficiently remove veneer tape
• How to properly sand sealers

• Reduce number of rejects due to defects
• Make better abrasive belt selections
• Reduce your abrasive belt costs
• Choose the proper abrasive belt for the application
• Obtain more consistent results with different species
• Remove veneer tape more effectively
• Produce a better finished product