Cutting laminated chipboard: step-by-step instructions, review of cutting programs

Rules for cutting chipboard

Cutting chipboard can be done either manually or using a special computer program.

First, let's look at the most important general rules:

1. Determine what the remainder will be. If you do not need this remainder at all (for example, for the manufacture of additional, previously unforeseen interior items), strive to ensure that it is as small as possible.
2. The wood pattern on the laminated layer of particle material (structure) on the surfaces of the future piece of furniture located in the same plane must have the same direction - along or across.
3. Determine the visible elements of the piece of furniture on which the structure will be located in the same direction. Number future details. Usually the first numbers are assigned to parts on which the pattern follows the structure (that is, along).
4. Make a base for a sheet of plywood. Usually there are some unevenness and chips along its edges. Therefore, when cutting, 10-15 mm are cut off on each side and, when cutting, you need to indicate the actual size of the sheet after this operation.
5. Consider the width of the cut. The saw on the sawing machine has a thickness of 4 mm. Therefore, when cutting, you need to take this width into account.

Cutting programs

Online cutting of chipboard sheets can be done using special computer programs. Here are descriptions of the most popular of them.

Master 2

This program provides users with several additional benefits that are necessary for those for whom working with chipboard is a business:

• multiplayer mode;
• sorting and systematization of information;
• saving data about materials and contractors;
• accounting for the remaining amount of materials;
• grouping of orders: active, planned, archived.

Scale models of sheets with calculated dimensions are placed on the editor field. During the cutting process, the editor indicates a correctly laid part, an incorrectly laid part, a minor remainder, and a significant remainder. The program by default tries to make leftovers as large as possible. But if the user wishes otherwise, the service can adapt to it.

Cutting 3

The program window is divided into two parts. On the left side there is a warehouse: sheets that need to be cut. On the right side you need to enter the parameters by which parts are created from slabs. Color, size, quantity are indicated.

In the “Rotation” field, you can set three modes. The first is to rotate, with the part positioned at the discretion of the program. The second is to rotate together: all identical parts rotate together on one sheet. The third one is not to rotate. After clicking the “Perform calculation” button, a cutting map appears on the screen. When you press the same button again, the program will offer other options. All resulting options can be adjusted manually, in particular, by dragging and rotating parts.

Astra Cutting

The program's working file represents an order, which may contain several products. And each consists of a set of parts, the parameters of which are selected by the user. The program generates cutting cards automatically, taking into account the width of the cut, trimming the edge of the sheet, through cuts, type of cutting and other factors. Following the map, a complete set of technological documentation is generated: a sketch and specification. Astra Cutting also contains a directory of materials, edges, parts and operations.

Cutting laminated chipboard | Chipboard cutting | Curvilinear processing

The production company Mebetal offers a full range of work on cutting chipboard

• Straight
  cut
• Curved
  cut
• Manufacturing of parts with internal and external radius
• Manufacturing of beveled parts
• Making complex curves
• Inclined saw

Cutting laminated chipboard

produced on automated CNC formatting and cutting machines. Thanks to modern equipment, cutting of any level of complexity is carried out without chips or cracks. Mebetal, upon customer request, produces furniture parts from laminated chipboard, MDF and HDF, which are included in the warehouse and custom program of board materials. In addition, Mebetal accepts the customer’s material for cutting.

The cutting of laminated chipboards and countertops is carried out on automated format-cutting centers HOLZMA (HOMAG group, Austria) with CNC, which ensures high dimensional accuracy of furniture parts with a minimum deviation of 0.1 mm. The presence of two centers in the Mebetal production park makes it possible to cut large volumes.

The production of parts of complex and curved shapes is carried out on a MASTERWOOD processing machine by milling. This equipment provides high precision in the manufacture of curved parts.

1. Dimensions of straight parts without edge processing

• The minimum part size for cutting is 100×50mm.
• The maximum part size is the plate format reduced by 15 mm. along the entire perimeter of the sheet after technological trimming cuts. If it is necessary to produce a part of a larger size, written consent is taken from the client (indicated in the order form) regarding the possibility of chipping due to a decrease in the size of technological cuts.

2.
Parts with an end cut at an angle

• With end bevels on parts made of chipboard, the deviation from the right angle occurs by no more than 45 degrees.

• The minimum part size is 100mm (the width of the workpiece must be increased by 100mm).

• Due to the possibility of performing end bevels with angles of 11.5; 15; 22.5; 30; 45° on a CNC machining center, the error in performing this operation is ±0.5°. The error in making angles different from those indicated above is ±1°.

In case of placing an order with this processing of parts, written consent is taken from the client (indicated in the order form) regarding the possibility of chipping along an acute angle.

3. Milling. Curvilinear processing.

Today, milling furniture parts has become a popular operation, without which furniture production is indispensable. The most optimal method for curvilinear cutting of slab material is milling on CNC machines. In Mebetal, such work is carried out at the MASTERWOOD processing center.

Limitations on the size of curved parts

The possibility of manufacturing a part of a smaller or larger size, relative to the above min and max dimensions, requires approval through the manager of the Mebetal company.

Inner and outer radius restrictions.

Assortment of board materials

The warehouse program includes over 300 decors of laminated chipboards and tabletops

leading world manufacturers: Kronospan (Kronospan), Slotex, Nevsky laminate, Alternative UV-varnish, Egger (Egger), TSS SMart. We work directly with manufacturers of board materials and fittings, so we offer our customers low prices for materials.

The range of Mebetal board materials includes sheet sizes:

• Laminated chipboard Kronospan and Egger format 2800×2070 mm in thickness 8/10, 16 and 25 mm.
• LMDF Kronospan and Egger format 2800×2070 mm in thickness 16, 19, 22, 25 mm.
• Sanded MDF Kronospan, Kastamonu format 2800×2070 mm in thickness 6, 8, 10, 12 16, 18, 19, 22, 25 mm.

The range of services provided by Mebetal company covers all stages of manufacturing custom-made furniture parts and cabinet furniture.

Toll raw materials are accepted for cutting from customers with a markup on production services of 30%.
Toll raw materials are materials delivered by the client and purchased from another supplier for transfer to Mebetal for production orders. The following materials are not accepted as customer-supplied raw materials: plywood and other materials that differ in composition and properties from chipboard, laminated chipboard, MDF, HDF.

Rules for accepting customer-supplied raw materials

1. Acceptance of customer-supplied slab material is carried out in multiples of a full-size sheet. Material available in the Mebetal warehouse or order program is not accepted as customer-supplied raw materials.
2. In case of delivery of customer-supplied material (slabs and edges), it is necessary to agree in advance with the manager of your order on the delivery date. Customer-supplied raw materials are accepted no later than 2 working days before the order is put into production.
3. When handing over customer-supplied material to the warehouse, the presence of the Customer or a representative from the Customer’s side is required for joint visual control of the quality of the supplied material: - absence of damage to the sheet: scratches, chips, violation of the integrity of the sheet, checking for straightness, etc. — checking the quantity, marking of the slab and its compliance with the information stated in the accompanying documents. The Customer (representative on the Customer's side) is required to have with him the established form of the RECEIVED RECEIPTS RECEIVED RAW MATERIALS IN 3 copies with the signature and seal of the Customer. THE ACT OF ACCEPTANCE OF DONATE RAW MATERIALS is issued by the customer service manager when placing an order involving supplied raw materials. The Customer's representative is required to provide a power of attorney from the Customer indicating the passport details of the representative and his powers. The power of attorney form and an example of how to fill it out can be obtained from your account manager. If the Customer is an LLC or individual entrepreneur (another form of legal entity) operating without a seal, then a one-time application to this effect must be provided.
4. When accepting slab material in multiples of a pallet, a visual inspection of the pallet is also carried out in the presence of the Customer’s representative, checking the compliance of the slab markings with the stated information in the accompanying documents, and the number of pallets.
5. Upon receipt of the edging material, a visual inspection of the integrity of the packaging and markings is carried out, if the quantity is a multiple of the whole bay. If the edging material is supplied in multiples of one meter, the number of meters is checked, the correspondence of the edge markings and the declared information in the RECEIPT OF ACCEPTANCE OF RAW MATERIALS IS carried out if such a sample is available from the person conducting the acceptance. In the absence of a sample, the check is carried out only in relation to the number of meters of edge. When accepting customer-supplied raw materials - edges - the person conducting the acceptance marks the roll of edges with the production order number.
6. As a result of acceptance, an ACT OF ACCEPTANCE OF DAVID RAW MATERIALS is signed, indicating possible shortcomings or their absence. THE ACT OF ACCEPTANCE OF DELIVERY RAW MATERIALS is drawn up in three copies for each type of material: one copy for the client, the second for the warehouse employee, and the third for production.
7. Remains of customer-supplied raw materials must be returned to the client. There is no storage of leftovers.
8. In the case of using customer-supplied raw materials, for example, one sheet in several orders, the interval between delivery of orders should not exceed 2 working days.
9. Acceptance of customer-supplied material - glass with various treatments, leather on a slab base (for the manufacture of sliding doors) is possible in the following cases: - If this item is not included in the warehouse program. — Glass on a slab base is accepted cut to size, according to the calculated dimensions of the technological department.
10. Not accepted for various modifications (additive, cut, edging, etc.): - finished parts (regardless of the manufacturer, type of material, etc.) - facades (regardless of the manufacturer and the nature of the facade)

How to order chipboard cutting?

The Mebetal company is primarily focused on furniture companies, however, private clients can also place a production order for the production of furniture parts.

You can place an order for cutting in several ways at the company’s office or remotely. Phone orders are not accepted.

Placing an order in the office

1. Select the desired decor of the board material and edges in the company’s showroom.
2. Contact the manager for advice on the procedure for placing and completing an order, as well as the procedure for filling out the Order Form.
3. Fill out the Furniture Parts Order Form. If the order contains parts with additives, milling, bevels, etc. It is necessary to provide drawings for these parts.
4. Next, the form is automatically uploaded to the manager, who makes an accurate calculation taking into account the received drawings and issues you an invoice for payment. You can pay the bill by cash or bank transfer.
5. You can order delivery in advance; to do this, you must inform the manager of the exact delivery address.

Placing an order remotely

1. Before filling out the Furniture Parts Order Form, you must read the detailed instructions.
2. Fill out the Furniture Parts Order Form, which is located in the “Forms” section and click “Submit”. All sent Forms are stored in the “Order Log”.
3. IMPORTANT! After sending the Order Form, you must write a letter to the address indicating the order number and attach drawings to the parts. Drawings are required only for parts with various processing: additives, milling, bevels, etc.
4. The manager will make an exact calculation in accordance with the drawings and send you an invoice for payment. The order processing time is from 1 to 3 business days, depending on the order and its features.
5. If changes are made to the originally sent form for various reasons (replacement of decor, work, etc.), the manager, along with an invoice for payment, will send you an order specification for furniture parts, which must be checked and confirmed by reply letter, writing the phrase “ That's right. I confirm." Invoices are sent ONLY for confirmed specification orders.
6. If you would like to include delivery in your invoice, please write your exact delivery address in the comments to your order.

Step-by-step instructions for filling out the order form for furniture parts

1. In the “Customer” column, you must indicate the full name of the legal entity or full name. customer.
2. In the “Phone” column, you must indicate the customer’s contact phone number with the correct city/mobile operator code.
3. In the “Chipboard” column, you select from the list the decor of the board material you are interested in and its thickness.
4. In the fields “Thick edge 1-2 mm (V2)” and “Thin edge 0.4-0.6 mm (V0.4)” the edge material is selected automatically, in the color of the previously selected slab material. If you need a different color of the edge material, you can select the manufacturer and color manually from the drop-down list in the yellow field, with the word “auto-selection” entered.
5. We proceed to filling out the parameters of the necessary furniture parts. IMPORTANT:
   • in all fields except the “Part processing (Sketch)” field, only digital indicators are entered; • indicate all dimensions of furniture parts without taking into account the edge material; • when ordering additives, parts of the same size that do not require different additives are filled in in separate lines and with different serial numbers, including left and right parts.
6. If the order for the production of furniture parts requires standard grooves, then in the “4 mm grooves” field you must select from the list the size of the indentation from the edge of the part.
7. In the first column “Part processing (Sketch)” you must select “P” or “FP” from the list. “P” - additive (without milling). Holes with a diameter of 5, 8, 10, 15, 20, 35 mm are fitted; “FP” - milling-additive (cut, cut, radii, complex bevels, non-standard grooves). Holes with a diameter of more than 35 mm are milled.
8. In the columns “Part length” and “Part width” you must indicate the dimensions of the length and width of the part in mm.
9. In the “Number of parts” column, you must indicate the number of parts in pieces.
10. The “Bevels” column indicates the number of bevels that must be made on each of the parts indicated in the stock. If bevels are not needed, nothing needs to be specified.
11. Edging parts. The section “Number of sides of the part, edged and/or having a 4 mm groove” is divided into 2 columns “along the length” and “width”, which, in turn, are divided into 2 thicknesses of the edge material: - “V2”; - “V0.4”. Thus, on simple parts (without complex radial contours) whose sides need to be edged, in the corresponding columns “V2” and/or “V0.4” you must indicate the number 1 or 2, depending on the number of sides to be edged. If edging is not necessary, you do not need to indicate anything.
12. If the part has a complex radial contour that requires edging, you must indicate the number 1 or 2, depending on the number of sides to be edged along the length and width in the columns “Including the number of sides of a part with a complex contour that require edging.”
13. Columns "Groove" in length and width. There are 2 typical through grooves (from the beginning to the end of the part) 4 mm wide, 8 mm deep: - The first is 12 mm from the edge of the part, including the edge material - The second is 16 mm from the edge of the part, including the edge. Such grooves must be marked with numbers 1,2,3,4... according to the number of grooves in the “Groove” column on the side (length and/or width) where it runs.
14. If the groove does not fall within the standard parameters, then you need to select “FP” from the list for the corresponding serial number of the part in the “Part Processing (Sketch)” column.
15. Let's look at the order cost calculation. Below the table of parameters of furniture parts there is a complete specification of your order and the total cost of the order, which is calculated automatically.
16. We add comments. In the “Your comments” field, you can enter all your wishes and clarifications in order to speed up order processing and avoid misunderstandings.

Production time

Order fulfillment time is from 7 to 10 working days, subject to:

• Board and edge materials are included in the company's warehouse program and are in stock at the time of order.
• At planned production load. When production is overloaded, check the deadlines with the manager.

Urgent cutting - within 2 working days, with a 30% mark-up on production services

Production times for furniture parts for private individuals are negotiated separately when placing an order.

Payment Methods

• at the sales office cash desk in cash or by credit card.
• transfer from current account to current account. In the purpose of payment, you must indicate “Payment on invoice No. ___ from dd.mm.yy for ___ (indicate the service specified in the invoice)”

Important:

We do not accept payment for orders using employee cards!

Delivery methods

The Mebetal company provides a delivery service for finished orders in Moscow and the Moscow region.

• Pickup
• Mebetal delivery service. More information about prices and delivery geography in the Delivery section.

Manual cutting

The algorithm for working with laminated chipboard is as follows:

1. Draw the dimensions of the slab on paper. Reduce each side of the slab by 10 mm.
2. Determine the characteristics by which future elements for furniture production can be grouped. These may be the same dimensions, if there are many such elements, or only the same width (height), the same structure of the laminated surface pattern and other characteristics. In the list of elements, group them according to the same characteristics.
3. When drawing, place large elements first (on top). Leave a gap of 4 mm between the elements - this is the width of the saw.
4. Next, arrange the remaining elements, also leaving a gap of 4 mm.

A question of cost

The cost of formatting a furniture panel is only 100 rubles per linear meter. This is a fairly affordable price not only for the capital, but also for the regions. And for high-class operational work, it is truly profitable! To order a cutting service or get more detailed information about it:

• contact our consultants by phone +7 (495) 729-44-95;
• write an email to;
• write to the online consultant through the chat window directly on this site.

High-quality lumber from Eastern Siberia, reliable equipment, full automation of the process and high-class employees are the best guarantees of flawless work. Contact us!

How to cut laminated chipboard

To cut laminated chipboard, you must follow the following instructions:

1. Select the type of cut. Straight cutting is designed to produce rectangular shapes. Curvilinear - for some elements of designer furniture. Sometimes a mixed type of cut is needed if a complex part is required.
2. Prepare the necessary tools. This is a fine-tooth saw or jigsaw. A circular saw can also be used for fine teeth. To protect the laminate flooring from damage, you will need masking tape or tape. To mark the blanks - a ruler and a pencil.
3. Mark the sheet to be cut. Mark the points of intended cutting with a pencil from the ends of the sheet.
4. To prevent chipping, apply masking tape or tape to the future cut site.
5. After gluing the tape or tape, connect the preliminary marking points together with a pencil.
6. When cutting, hold the hacksaw at an acute angle to the surface of the sheet. This will ensure smooth edges.
7. If the edges are not quite smooth, process them with a file or rasp.