wood processes Flashcards

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Advantages of steam bending

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  • finished part has best appearance with continuous end-to-end grain
  • no glue up with visible glue lines
  • strong: no short cross grain structural weakness
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Disadvantages of steam bending

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  • bending and cooling forms required
  • steam box and boiler required
  • ultimate curve shape may be somewhat unpredictable
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Advantages of wood turning

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  • CNC machines are automated so can be tan 24/7

- less workforce needed

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Disadvantages of Wood turning

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  • high set up cost for small businesses

- limited to cylindrical forms

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Advantages of CNC routing

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  • it can run 24/7
  • low skill employees requirement
  • flexibility and precision in design
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Disadvantages of CNC routing

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  • automation decreases employment
  • hand skills lost
  • setup costs
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