TRC Timber Repair & Cosmetics
Automated wood processing for consistent quality
WINTERSTEIGER's advantages for...
Flooring producers
Furniture manufacturers
Panel and board industry
Glued wood producers
TRC systems for a variety of applications
The WINTERSTEIGER product solutions for wood surface repair are suitable for a range of requirements and production volumes. From compact systems for flexible repair processes to industrial systems for large-format wood products, our portfolio has the right system for every application.
Reference project: Timber Repair & Cosmetics in practice
One project implemented for a European flooring manufacturer demonstrates how production processes can be revolutionized using TRC technology. Veno Wood Flooring boosted its automated repair coverage from around 30 % to almost 100 %. At the same time, it was able to dispense entirely with the usual drying time, enabling immediate downstream processing of components.
The result? Higher capacity utilization, stable processes, and significantly increased material efficiency.
The TRC technology in detail
TRC is an automated wood surface repair technology that covers the entire process from defect detection to the finished surface. The aim is to systematically treat repairable wood defects instead of throwing away valuable material – a crucial factor for profitability and sustainability in the woodworking industry worldwide.
Automatic defect detection
TRC systems analyze wood surfaces in real time using industrial image processing. This analysis forms the basis for a precise and reproducible repair.
Treatable defects include:
- Knotholes and fallen-out knots
- Cracks and wind cracks
- Resin deposits and open grooves
- Scratches and structural defects
Material-appropriate repairs with matching fillers
The wood is repaired by injecting thermoplastic or organic filling materials or real wood inserts. The type and properties of the filling material are matched precisely to the workpiece to be repaired or its application.
Advantages of automated repair using filling material include:
- High material adhesion
- Long-lasting timber cosmetics
- Visually high-quality surfaces
Active cooling enables immediate downstream processing
A key advantage of the TRC technology with thermoplastic is the immediate cooling of the repaired area. This means the usual drying time is no longer required and components are ready for immediate downstream processing.