The CWWK® SMART Seminars
The popular SMART seminars (Special Machinery and Relevant Technology) are technical in nature and are conducted on the show floor to take advantage of the machines before the show opens in the morning. They focus on new technology applications, understanding machine processes, comparative processes and more.
The SMART seminars are capped at 25 due to space limitations at the booths. Some sessions will be offered twice. Early registration is recommended. Booth numbers are listed on the Schedule-at-a-Glance, in the full program seminar descriptions and in the Main Lobby on-site.
SMART! Booth #7703
Nested Base Manufacturing Basics
Wednesday, July 20 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: WE20
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Michael Cassell, HOLZ-HER US
The implementation of CNC technology continues to impact the wood industry. But in order to achieve positive results one must completely understand the hardware and software requirements, the investment which must be made, the challenges one will encounter and the benefits which can be expected. This session features a live cutting demonstration and Mike will review each of the aspects of the technology curve, providing attendees with a complete view of the entire process from design and programming to machining. This entry level session, delivered by one of AWFS’ highest-rated speakers, will provide attendees with a better understanding of the process as well as the elements and investment needed, and show attendees the process from design to manufacturing.
SMART! Booth #8900
Solid Wood Set Up: Optimizing Material, Equipment & Flow
Wednesday, July 20 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: WE21
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Chuck Carter, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Robert Slater, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Solid wood manufacturers will get strategies to increase productivity through faster and more accurate setups. Practical tips will be shared on how to improve moulding operations through better tool room management and moulder setup processes. Attendees learn procedures that can eliminate paperwork by utilizing organizational techniques and software solutions to guide the user through the moulder setup. Attention will be given to the concept of moving the critical set up function of the tooling to a controlled environment where the operator has a better chance of successful implementation. Find out which tool room practices can save you money; how “screen to machine” software delivers organizational skills; and proper feeding of your moulder to avoid common mistakes. This seminar provides critical information for your unique situation – whether you are considering your first machine, ready to upgrade or simply curious.
SMART! Booth #8516
Fixturing Techniques and Practices
Wednesday, July 20 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: WE22
Track: Techniques & Applications
Speaker: Cesare Magnani, Biesse America
In this session, Cesare will explore techniques and materials to prepare custom fixtures. He begins with a discussion on cost/benefit to determine when it is worth preparing a fixture and the alternatives to custom fixtures that may be available. The seminar progresses with a complete analysis of fixtures in the manufacturing process, from design to programming, to the correct choice of substrates and gasket materials to achieve the best results based on applications. Attendees will see examples of fixtures based on practical applications, differences between simple flat fixtures and fixtures for 5-axis applications, as well as live machine demonstrations. Attendees leave with knowledge on the manufacturing parameters to be considered when planning for custom fixtures as well as the alternatives, and the best material choices and practices for fixture preparation.
SMART! Booth #7703
EDGE-U-CATION: Edgebanding for Today’s Market
Thursday, July 21 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: TH40
Track: Techniques & Applications
Speaker: Dan Hershberger, HOLZ-HER US
Have you ever wondered if you can use a bar code label with an edgebander, or why you might want to? Do you know what value a PC controller really gives compared to a machine without it? Have edges ever fallen off after the job has been completed and installed, causing you to wonder if you used the proper glue or edgebanding? And how do you determine which is better, wood strips or coiled wood? New developments and technological advances have taken place with edgebanding machines as well as with the glues and edgebanding itself. These questions are just a few of the practical topics to be discussed. The seminar explains the technological advances as well as when, where and how the different types of glue and edgebanding should be used and the benefits of each. The practical information covered will be useful for anyone who does edgebanding.
SMART! Booth #8900
Configuring Work Cells to Impact the Bottom Line
Thursday, July 21 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: TH41
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Arnie Hopkins, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Work cells are cost effective, space efficient, flexible and fast, requiring minimal manpower to produce parts and products. A work cell can be the entire manufacturing solution or a “factory within a factory” to handle product requirements outside the mainstream of a factory’s flow. Cell solutions can be tailored to specific types of production requirements and produce a wide variety of products with short turnaround times and a high degree of customization to suit end user needs—essential features to competing in the current market place. In this intermediate/advanced session, attendees gain knowledge on what constitutes a work cell and the generic attributes and advantages pertinent to secondary wood products manufacturing (cabinets, store fixtures, etc.); when a work cell is an appropriate solution and how it can eliminate setup time and error; and details of 3 different work cell solutions for 3 different types of production requirements.
SMART! Booth #8900
Solid Wood Set Up: Optimizing Material, Equipment & Flow
Friday, July 22 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: FR60
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Chuck Carter, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Robert Slater, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Solid wood manufacturers will get strategies to increase productivity through faster and more accurate setups. Practical tips will be shared on how to improve moulding operations through better tool room management and moulder setup processes. Attendees learn procedures that can eliminate paperwork by utilizing organizational techniques and software solutions to guide the user through the moulder setup. Attention will be given to the concept of moving the critical set up function of the tooling to a controlled environment where the operator has a better chance of successful implementation. Find out which tool room practices can save you money; how “screen to machine” software delivers organizational skills; and proper feeding of your moulder to avoid common mistakes. This seminar provides critical information for your unique situation – whether you are considering your first machine, ready to upgrade or simply curious.
SMART! Booth #7703
Automated Lean Manufacturing: No Paper, No Inventory, No Problem!
Friday, July 22 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: FR61
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Daniel Dew, Weinig
In recent years the manufacturing of solid wood products has seen tremendous technological improvements such as moving blade ripsaws, HSK moulders and visual scanning. Until now, the benefits of these individual technologies have only been felt at one station at a time. By integrating these new technologies together, a better overall process can be created streamlining the process of production of solid wood products. Coordinating the ripping, moulding and cutting against orders eliminates wasted labor, expensive material overruns and duplication in management to lower costs and improve margins. Through new technology, advantages can be found for any level of manufacturing. The seminar provides the foundation for rethinking your process to strategically get to your goals.
SMART! Booth #7703
Nested Base Manufacturing Basics
Friday, July 22 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: FR62
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Michael Cassell, HOLZ-HER US
The implementation of CNC technology continues to impact the wood industry. But in order to achieve positive results one must completely understand the hardware and software requirements, the investment which must be made, the challenges one will encounter and the benefits which can be expected. This session features a live cutting demonstration and Mike will review each of the aspects of the technology curve, providing attendees with a complete view of the entire process from design and programming to machining. This entry level session, delivered by one of AWFS’ highest-rated speakers, will provide attendees with a better understanding of the process as well as the elements and investment needed, and show attendees the process from design to manufacturing.
SMART! Booth #8503
Rapid Case Construction through Dowelling
Saturday, July 23 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: SA80
Track: Techniques & Applications
Speaker: Rob Howell, SCM Group
John Park, Delmac
Most shops have implemented a CNC machine for nesting. As a result, more cabinetmakers are moving from screws, dados or KD fasteners to dowel and case clamp construction. Using traditional methods, the average cabinet takes 3-5 minutes to build, and quality is left in the hands of the assembler. Employing the latest in machine technology, build time can be compressed to one minute or less and quality is a function of engineering and the equipment. This equates to huge labor savings and throughput gains. This seminar is targeted to woodworking professionals interested in learning how to utilize nesting to switch to dowel construction and increase profits by using the latest technology in cabinet construction. Attendees will learn how they can improve finished product quality, decrease costs, compress build time and remove drawer and door adjustment in the shop.
SMART! Booth #8516
Advanced Nested Base Manufacturing
Saturday, July 23 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: SA81
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Cesare Magnani, Biesse America
Showing how nesting manufacturing has evolved and is evolving is the focus of this seminar, discussing which technological developments have been recently introduced and how these developments are simplifying the manufacturing process, increasing efficiency and reducing costs. The seminar will analyze which type of nesting solutions are appropriate for different manufacturing needs. Important to the topic is the role of nesting software and which recent developments have further increased efficiency and versatility. Attendees have the opportunity to learn about the latest in nesting technology such as the fully integrated nesting cell, gain understanding of how nesting can improve the manufacturing process and how to determine which solutions fit one’s company needs. Live machine demos will illustrate some of the concepts outlined. The seminar is geared for those already familiar with nesting.
SMART! Booth #8900
Configuring Work Cells to Impact the Bottom Line
Saturday, July 23 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session Code: SA82
Track: Software & Technology
Speaker: Arnie Hopkins, Stiles Machinery, Inc.
Work cells are cost effective, space efficient, flexible and fast, requiring minimal manpower to produce parts and products. A work cell can be the entire manufacturing solution or a “factory within a factory” to handle product requirements outside the mainstream of a factory’s flow. Cell solutions can be tailored to specific types of production requirements and produce a wide variety of products with short turnaround times and a high degree of customization to suit end user needs—essential features to competing in the current market place. In this intermediate/advanced session, attendees gain knowledge on what constitutes a work cell and the generic attributes and advantages pertinent to secondary wood products manufacturing (cabinets, store fixtures, etc.); when a work cell is an appropriate solution and how it can eliminate setup time and error; and details of 3 different work cell solutions for 3 different types of production requirements.
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