Stefani KD

Overview

The Stefani KD is a single-sided automatic edge bander engineered for flexible, high-throughput edgebanding operations in modern woodworking facilities. As a dedicated edge banding machine from SCM Group, it automates the application of edge material to panel edges, delivering consistent glue application, trimming, and finishing in a single continuous pass, eliminating manual edge banding bottlenecks in production workflows. The machine accommodates panel thicknesses ranging from 8 to 60 mm and edge material thicknesses from 0.4 to 12 mm, enabling operators to process both thin veneers and substantial solid wood edge strips without tooling changes. Feed speeds of 10–20 m/min allow production flexibility: faster speeds for high-volume standardized work or reduced speeds for complex edge profiles and delicate materials. The machine operates on standard compressed air infrastructure (6 bar minimum), making installation straightforward in existing shop environments without requiring specialized electrical or pneumatic upgrades. The Stefani KD targets woodworking operations processing engineered panels and solid wood substrates at medium to industrial scales—shops producing 50+ edgebanded panels daily benefit most from its continuous operation capability. It is particularly suited for manufacturers of kitchen cabinetry, modular furniture systems, and architectural casework where consistent edge appearance and production speed directly impact margins. The machine's versatility across panel and edge thicknesses makes it valuable for job shops managing variable specifications, reducing setup time between production runs. Within its class, the Stefani KD balances simplicity (single-sided application) with configurability, positioning it as a foundational automation tool for workshops graduating from manual edge banding or seeking to replace older equipment. It does not compete in ultra-high-speed industrial lines (which exceed 20 m/min) but excels where reliability, ease of maintenance, and adaptability to diverse edge materials take priority over maximum throughput.

Applications

furniture production

Industrial

High-volume furniture producers integrate the Stefani KD into production lines to edge-band engineered wood panels destined for case goods, shelving, and modular seating systems. Operating continuously at 15–20 m/min with edge material from 0.4 mm veneers to 12 mm solid wood strips, the machine processes hundreds of panels daily while maintaining consistent glue penetration and edge alignment, reducing post-processing touch-up labor.

cabinet making

Medium workshop

Cabinet manufacturers use the Stefani KD to edge-band melamine and MDF substrates with PVC or wood veneer edge tape at 12–18 m/min, processing batches of 100+ cabinet sides and panels per shift. The machine's 8–60 mm panel thickness range accommodates both thin partition panels and thicker stile components, while automatic glue application and trimming ensure uniform edge appearance across cabinet assemblies without manual finishing labor.

panel processing

Industrial

Large-scale panel processors use the Stefani KD as a standalone or inline station to band cut-to-size panels with cost-effective PVC or ABS edge tape prior to assembly or delivery. The 6 bar compressed air requirement and straightforward single-sided operation integrate easily into existing pneumatic infrastructure, enabling shops to avoid expensive equipment relocations while processing panel stocks ranging from 8 mm veneered substrates to 60 mm solid wood blanks.

custom millwork

Medium workshop

Custom millwork and architectural woodshops use the Stefani KD to efficiently edge-band mixed batches of 19–40 mm hardwood plywood and MDF with contrasting solid wood or veneer edge banding. Variable feed speeds (10–20 m/min) allow operators to slow production when applying delicate veneers or matching grain patterns, while quick-change glue and trimming cartridges minimize setup between different edge materials and panel specifications.

Specifications

Working Areas

Panel Thickness8 - 60 mm

Edge Thickness0.4 - 12 mm

Performance

Feed Speed10 - 20 m/min

Technical Requirements

Compressed Air6 bar

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Panel Thickness

8 - 60 mm

10 – 60 (80 opt.) mm

Edge Thickness

0.4 - 12 mm

0.4 – 15 (22 opt.) mm

Feed Speed

10 - 20 m/min

10 – 22 (25) m/min

Compressed Air

6 bar

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