Gabbiani AF
Panel Processing โ SCM Group
The Gabbiani AF is an automatic single-blade beam saw designed for flexible panel sizing with customized solutions tailored to production needs. It features variable speed control and optional motorized main blade for enhanced versatility.
The Gabbiani AF is an automatic single-blade beam saw purpose-built for high-precision panel cross-cutting in industrial production environments. It delivers consistent, repeatable cuts across sheet materials with configurable cutting lengths ranging from 3200mm to 5900mm, accommodating diverse panel widths and production specifications. The machine excels in flexible sizing workflows where customization is critical to meeting client specifications without extended setup times.
The Gabbiani AF distinguishes itself through variable speed saw carriage technology (0โ180 m/min) and optional motorized pusher systems, enabling operators to optimize cutting speed based on material type and finish quality requirements. Two blade projection optionsโ115mm and 130mmโprovide flexibility for different panel thicknesses, while the integrated scoring unit (5395 g/min) ensures clean cross-grain cuts in laminated panels and veneered materials. Motor configurations up to 27 kW with inverter control deliver responsive power management, reducing stress on delicate materials while maintaining production throughput.
This machine targets mid-to-large production facilities and job shops processing composite panels, veneered boards, and engineered wood products in batches of 50+ units daily. It serves manufacturers requiring both standardized cuts and custom sizingโsuch as kitchen cabinet producers, architectural millwork shops, and panel distributorsโwhere material waste minimization and cut quality are competitive differentiators. The six-point clamping system ensures stability across varying panel densities and dimensions.
Within its class, the Gabbiani AF balances automation with operational flexibility; unlike fully integrated panel lines, it functions as a standalone sizing solution that integrates into existing workflows without capital-intensive infrastructure investment. The variable speed carriage and optional motorization make it suitable for shops transitioning from manual beam saws to semi-automated production without committing to rigid, high-volume-only systems.
Technical Specifications
Working Areas
| Cutting Length | 3200 | 3800 | 4500 | 5900 mm |
Cutting Unit
| Blade Projection AF 115 | 115 mm |
| Blade Projection AF 130 | 130 mm |
| Saw Carriage Variable Speed | 0 - 180 m/min |
| Pusher Variable Speed | 90 m/min |
| Main Blade Speed 50 Hz | 3533 g/min |
| Scorer Speed 50 Hz | 5395 g/min |
| Main Blade Diameter AF 115 | 420 mm |
| Main Blade Diameter AF 130 | 450 mm |
| Scorer Blade Diameter | 210 mm |
Motors
| Main Blade Motor Power S6 - 40% AF 115 | 11 kW |
| Motor Power with Inverter AF 115 | 15 | 18 | 22 kW |
| Motor Power with Inverter AF 130 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 27 kW |
| Scoring Unit Blade Motor 50 Hz | 2.2 kW |
Clamping
| Number of Clamps | 6 std |
Applications
engineered panel processing
industrial workshopPanel distributors and flooring manufacturers leverage the Gabbiani AF's scoring unit and motorized pusher to process cross-laminated timber (CLT), engineered hardwood blanks, and composite laminates at production speeds exceeding 200 cuts per shift. Motorized configurations (15โ27 kW inverter options) prevent blade stall when cutting dense, multi-layer assemblies up to 130mm projection depth, ensuring consistent kerf width and dimensional tolerance across batch runs.
custom millwork production
medium workshopArchitectural millwork and bespoke furniture shops use the Gabbiani AF's flexible length range (3200โ5900mm) and variable speed carriage to handle short-run custom orders requiring multiple sizing specifications without changeovers. The optional motorized system reduces operator fatigue on repetitive pushes while maintaining precision cuts on specialty materials like exotic veneers and edge-banded substrates destined for high-end residential and commercial projects.
panel blanking operations
industrial workshopHigh-volume panel blanking operations use the Gabbiani AF as a secondary sizing tool following primary rip saws, cross-cutting rough-sized sheets into standardized component kits for downstream machining. The six-point clamping system stabilizes large, thin panels (common in door and partition manufacturing), while the 420mm or 450mm blade diameter enables deep cuts without multiple passes, reducing cycle time in tight-tolerance operations.
cabinet panel sizing
industrial workshopCabinet manufacturers use the Gabbiani AF to cross-cut panel blanks (typically 3200โ4500mm lengths) to precise component dimensions before edge-banding and assembly. The 115mm blade projection handles standard 18mm melamine and MDF efficiently, while variable speed control (0โ180 m/min) allows slower feeds on pre-finished veneered panels to prevent chipping. The integrated scorer prevents splintering on visible edges, critical for high-gloss lacquered cabinet fronts.
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