Stone-Veneer® process/trimming
tooling requirements
The Stone-Veneer® has thin stone layers and can be cut
with standard saw equipment. Due to the thin stone layer
and the fiber cover on the backside, the down time of the saw is
reduced.
Using panels with Stone-Veneer® on both sides, it is
recommended to score them because the stone surface
on the backside tends to slightly splinter.
The routing process takes also only a short amount of time.
For bigger production runs it is recommended to use diamond tools.
Commenly used machine cutting speeds in the
woodworking industry cannot be exceeded.
Dull tools, too high of a revolution or feed rate too slow
will generate friction/heat and result in the plasticization
of the polyester layer on the backside.
Base and balancing materials
The base material must meet the specific application.
All wood and lightweight materials are suitable.
If the Stone-Veneer® is only applied on one side of a
carrier material, it is important to have a
counter balance
on the other side for stability.
Mechanically mounted
panels which have the
Stone-Veneer® on one side,
need
a craft paper
or foil of at least 160 g / m2.
If applied as floor    or wall panels, different
climate conditions have to be taken
    into consideration.
    
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fig.:
saw cut: MDF/Stone Veneer

routed edge |