Upgrade veneer value by patching sheets to a higher grade

Analyzers for Veneer Patching

Step up your patching game. Minimize the number of required patches and optimize the entire patching process with the most accurate visual analyzers.

Produce high-quality veneer with intelligent analyzers

Using analyzers at the patching line is an effective way to maximize face-veneer recovery and produce consistent, high-quality sheets — more than four times faster than manual patching. By accurately identifying defects and guiding the patching process, analyzers help mills improve veneer quality while increasing profit.

Visual analyzers detect patchable defects and the geometrical features of each sheet, providing a wide range of parameters to control patch placement. At the same time, they grade the sheets to ensure every piece meets the required quality standards.

However, conventional analyzers often struggle to detect all defects that should be patched, reducing the value of the finished veneer. They typically require continuous fine-tuning to compensate for detection inaccuracies, leading to excessive patching. This not only downgrades veneer unnecessarily but also increases costs and reduces patching-line efficiency.

AI eliminates these challenges. With superior defect-recognition accuracy, AI-enhanced analyzers reliably identify even subtle or low-contrast defects that traditional systems miss. This reduces unnecessary patching, protects veneer value, and improves overall line efficiency, ensuring your patching operations deliver the highest possible return.

See how AI-powered patching boosts quality, accuracy, and profitability in face-veneer production.

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