wood processes

Question 1

Advantages of steam bending

Answer 1

• 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

Question 2

Disadvantages of steam bending

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Advantages of wood turning

Answer 3

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

- less workforce needed

Question 4

Disadvantages of Wood turning

Answer 4

• high set up cost for small businesses

- limited to cylindrical forms

Question 5

Advantages of CNC routing

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Disadvantages of CNC routing

Answer 6

• automation decreases employment
• hand skills lost
• setup costs