LOOPTEQ O-300

Overview

The LOOPTEQ O-300 is a return conveyor system engineered to transport workpieces back to the infeed position following CNC machining operations. As a key component within integrated HOMAG production lines, it handles the material return workflow with consistent speed and precision, eliminating manual handling bottlenecks and enabling continuous machining cycles. The system accommodates workpieces ranging from 300–2700 mm in length and 60–1000 mm in width, with thickness tolerance from 8–80 mm and maximum individual weight capacity of 50 kg. This dimensional flexibility supports processing of both small components and large panels without reconfiguration. Variable feed speeds between 8–30 m/min allow operators to match conveyor velocity to upstream machining cycle times, while the 835–950 mm working height integrates seamlessly with standard CNC center bed heights. The gentle handling characteristics and 20 kg/m² mass distribution specification protect finished surfaces and veneer applications from damage. The LOOPTEQ O-300 serves both craft production and mid-scale industrial environments where material variety is high and batch sizes demand operational flexibility. It is ideal for shops processing mixed workpiece geometry—from edge-banded panel components to solid wood furniture blanks—without requiring dedicated conveyor systems for each material category. Small and medium workshops benefit from its space-efficient footprint; industrial operations leverage its throughput consistency to maintain tight cycle time control across multiple CNC machines. Within the return conveyor segment, the O-300 differentiates through its broad material acceptance range and integrated design compatibility with HOMAG's modular machining centers, reducing external material handling costs and setup complexity compared to standalone conveyor solutions.

Applications

panel processing

Industrial

High-volume manufacturers of cabinet and bookcase panels benefit from the O-300's ability to process sheets up to 2700 mm long and 1000 mm wide at feed speeds up to 30 m/min. The system continuously returns machined panels (edges routed, holes drilled, dados cut) to infeed, eliminating operator handling between sequential CNC operations and maintaining production flow for batch runs of 50+ units.

custom millwork

Medium workshop

Custom millwork shops handling mixed solid wood profiles, door stiles, and frame components ranging 8–80 mm thick leverage the O-300's material diversity without changeover. The gentle conveyor surface protects finished or pre-finished workpieces, while variable speed (8–30 m/min) accommodates different cycle times across routing, mortising, and profiling operations.

furniture blanks production

Medium workshop

Furniture component manufacturers producing chair rails, table aprons, and drawer fronts (60–800 mm width) integrate the O-300 to manage return logistics between edge profiling and sanding stages. The 50 kg weight capacity and consistent handling protect decorative profiles while sustaining output rates typical of mid-scale batch production.

industrial batch production

Industrial

Large production facilities running 8–10+ hour shifts use the O-300 as a dedicated return loop within multi-spindle or gantry CNC systems, ensuring unattended machining cycles and reducing labor bottlenecks. High throughput configurations exploit the full 30 m/min feed speed and broad dimensional acceptance to process diverse orders simultaneously.

Specifications

Working Areas

Workpiece Length Min300-240 mm

Workpiece Length Max2500-2700 mm

Workpiece Width Min60 mm

Workpiece Width Max800-1000 mm

Processing

Workpiece Thickness Min8 mm

Workpiece Thickness Max60-80 mm

Max Workpiece Weight50 kg

Max Mass Per Unit Area20 kg/m²

Drive