Company Category: Vacuum Lifts and Feeders

Würth North America

Würth Baer Machinery is the machinery division of Würth Baer Supply Company serviced by Akins Machinery, Hermance Machine Company, and J&G Machinery. Each branch services a different part of the country while working together to meet the varied needs of our customers. With 15+ technicians, 20+ salespeople, and 15+ support staff, the Würth machinery division is well positioned to be your one stop shop for woodworking machinery. We offer the full SCM product line and are the importer for Gannomat which provides Boring, Insertion, and Clamping solutions. Würth Baer Machinery also imports Edda Packaging, Maggi, Steff Feeders, WNS Dust Extraction, and Kama Sanding and Finishing plus many more top machinery lines. Whether your needs are for a CNC Router, an Edgebander, A Wide Belt Sander, Dowel insertion, Clamping, Moulding, Packaging, Classical Wood Equipment or anything else. We are your trusted partner in woodworking.

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USNR

USNR’s AddVantage Chop & Rip Saw Optimizer scans boards in the secondary rough mill and optimizes for highest-value recovery, delivering higher production, greater performance, and more profit to combat rising wood costs with better rip/cut decisions and reduced labor dependence. USNR also manufactures complete panel and plywood machinery lines including Coe-brand lathes, computerized chargers, core drives, tray systems, veneer dryers, stacking systems, lay-up lines, and presses. With the addition of our powerful veneer scanning, grading, and handling solutions, USNR systems offer tightly integrated mechanical and optimization solutions. Additionally, USNR supplies machinery for beam lamination, finger-jointing, and presses for the composite board industry. USNR products are known to increase recovery, value, and yield, improving mill profitability. USNR product solutions are specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of hardwood and softwood manufacturers. USNR is the clear leader for optimized hardwood lumber applications. MillExpert Hardwood Optimizers combine dense 3D scan data with the power of today’s high-speed computers to get the most value from every piece. Our 3D scanning and optimization systems let you model production value based on raw material characteristics, enhancing your profitability with sophisticated production control. The steadily expanding application of USNR optimization software is well known to increase recovery, value, and yield, thus improving overall mill profitability. For over 100 years USNR has manufactured lumber drying systems including aluminum and steel framed dry kilns, Kiln Boss computerized controls, steam and direct fired kilns, green burners, pre-dryers, kiln trucks, parts, service, and installation. USNR provides an extensive line of integrated systems to manufacture shop and moulding components, finger-jointed components, engineered wood products, plywood, panels, and lumber. As a single-source supplier for complete wood processing facilities, USNR offers state-of-the-art machinery, drying systems, control systems, and automation for value-added production facilities, engineered wood manufacturing plants, plywood, veneer, OSB, LVL, sawmills, and planer mills. Committed to superior customer service, USNR offers OEM parts, 24/7 training and support across all time zones worldwide. 800-BUY-USNR. +1 360-225-8267. Committed to superior customer service, USNR offers OEM parts, 24/7 training and support across all time zones worldwide. 800-BUY-USNR. +1 360-225-8267.

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UNIMAK

With its 58 years of experience on machine manufacturing and expert staff, produces and constantly develops systems woodworking industry needs, such as 1D and 2D wide surface lamination and wrapping lines, profile wrapping for furniture, frame casing lines, edge band slitting machines, protective tape slitting, loading and unloading systems, full automatic frame case and profile manufacturing lines which can combine production with automation.

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Total Finishing Solutions

Total Finishing: Precision, Innovation & Performance in Wood Coatings. At Total Finishing, we are dedicated to providing top-tier equipment, consumables, and expertise for wood finishing operations, helping businesses achieve superior results with efficiency and reliability. With our commitment to innovation, performance, and customer success, we have built a reputation as a trusted leader in the finishing industry—offering cutting-edge solutions for wood shops of all sizes, from small-scale artisans to large-scale production lines. Total Finishing offers a comprehensive lineup of spray equipment, pumps, automation, and material handling solutions designed to optimize production and enhance finish quality. Our portfolio includes: Triminator T-1000 Lineal Spray Machine – A best-in-class solution for high-speed, precision coatings on wood components. Medusa Pump – A powerhouse in fluid handling, ensuring consistent performance for high-production environments. HULKRack™ Series – Heavy-duty drying and material handling solutions designed to optimize shop space and workflow. Whether you need manual or automated spray technology, we supply Air-Spray, Air-Assisted Airless, and Airless application equipment to fit your wood finishing needs. We also offer one of the largest selections of spray guns in the industry, featuring Tritech, Anest Iwata, Binks, DeVilbiss, CA Tech, SAGOLA, Sata, Wagner, Walcom, and more—all available for purchase or demo in our state-of-the-art lab. A Cutting-Edge Finishing Lab: Our newly launched Total Finishing Lab is a game-changer for wood finishing professionals looking to optimize their processes. Designed for hands-on training, product testing, and process refinement, our lab features: A fully equipped Liquid Vertical Lab with robotic automation, spray booths, pumps, and finishing solutions. A Liquid Horizontal Lab showcasing the latest in lineal and flatline automation, including the Triminator T-1000. This fully functional test facility allows customers to refine application techniques, trial new coatings, and gain firsthand experience with the latest industry innovations. Beyond Equipment – Full-Service Support & Repair Total Finishing doesn’t just provide equipment—we back it up with expert service and support. Our certified repair technicians are trained to service all major brands of spray equipment, ensuring your production line runs smoothly and efficiently. We also offer rebuild kits, inspections, and recommended parts replacements to keep your operation at peak performance. Why Total Finishing? Innovation-Driven – We push the boundaries of finishing technology to enhance efficiency and quality. Customer-Focused – From small shops to large-scale manufacturers, we tailor solutions to meet your unique needs. Unmatched Selection – From consumables to complete automation systems, we offer the widest range of wood finishing solutions available. At Total Finishing, we’re more than a supplier—we’re your trusted partner in achieving the perfect finish. Whether you’re upgrading equipment, optimizing production, or looking for expert advice, we have the tools, technology, and expertise to make it happen. | Total Finishing Solutions is a Manufacturers’ direct sales agency bringing our customers factory direct solutions to increase production, decrease labor through automation, or generally improve your painting production in any type of manufacturing environment. We can provide Turnkey Liquid Finishing Systems, Powder Coating Systems, Conveyors, Ovens, Robots, and general Spray Equipment and supplies. WE SAVE OUR CUSTOMERS MONEY! – Save Paint! – Save Labor! – Reduce Waste! All while painting more in less time! Our Team of experts covers all of North America and provide you a level of expertise you will not find anywhere else in the industry!

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TAWI – a brand by piab group

TAWI provides smart lifting solutions that are transforming how woodworking professionals handle heavy and awkward materials. From plywood and MDF sheets to cabinetry components, doors, and panels, our vacuum lifters and ergonomic lifting trolleys are designed to make manual handling safer, faster, and more efficient on the production floor. Woodworking environments often require lifting large, flat, or heavy items in tight spaces. TAWI’s solutions are engineered to meet these challenges head-on, reducing strain on workers while maintaining precise control over every lift. Whether you’re flipping panels, stacking sheets, or loading CNC machines, our systems improve productivity without compromising safety or material integrity. Our vacuum lifters use a reliable suction system that allows a single operator to lift, tilt, or rotate wood components effortlessly. For tasks like assembling furniture, transporting cabinet doors, or managing delicate veneer panels, our trolleys and custom attachments provide the flexibility and finesse needed to move products without damage. By reducing the physical demands of lifting, TAWI equipment minimizes the risk of repetitive strain injuries and helps companies retain skilled labor in a competitive market. Our solutions also help reduce product waste from drops or scratches—protecting both workers and materials. With decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, TAWI works closely with woodworking professionals to tailor solutions that fit seamlessly into your workflow. From small workshops to large-scale manufacturing plants, our goal is to simplify material handling and help you work smarter, not harder. TAWI is part of the piab Group, combining global engineering expertise with local support across North America. If you’re ready to elevate your woodworking operation, TAWI is here to help you lift with ease. | TAWI USA is your complete source for ergonomic lifting solutions. TAWI lifting equipment is low cost, low maintenance equipment, easy to install and requires minimum effort to use. Our vacuum lifters VacuMove and VacuCobra, are the original vacuum tube lifters with over 150,000 units installed in over 50 countries. Accurate load positioning with vacuum lifter lifting capacities ranging up to 600 lbs with many models and attachments to choose from.

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Taurus Craco Machinery Inc

Taurus Craco Machinery Inc. is a leading supplier of industrial machinery proudly serving the Wood Manufacturing, Stone Fabricating, and Advanced Materials Machining market sectors. Representing Brands of Distinction, Taurus Craco offers a complete and comprehensive range of high-performance machinery and trusted automation solutions. Committed to customer service, our team provides fast, effective, factory trained technical support for all products we represent at affordable rates to keep your equipment running smoothly. Visit our conveniently located showroom in Brampton, On, Canada. WHAT MAKES TAURUS CRACO DIFFERENT? • Taurus Craco represents world leading industrial machinery manufacturers. • What you need – when you need it! Taurus Craco offers an extensive variety of light industrial equipment and consumables. • Taurus Craco is the only one-stop shop offering a complete scope of industrial services, saving our customers considerable time, money, and effort. • Extensive inventory of New & Used industrial machines. • Trade-ins accepted – we actively buy all makes and models of used machinery. • New in-house training academy offering a variety of courses such as, machine operator training, Weinig moulder/grinder school, Edgebander set-up & maintenance. • Custom profile knife grinding and sharpening service. • Hassle-free financing solutions available.

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Stiles Machinery

As the industry’s leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, Stiles has been helping manufacturers nationwide increase their efficiency and productivity for over 50 years. Stiles is a proud member of the HOMAG Group, a global leader in the production of industrial manufacturing machinery. With world-class machinery backed by an experienced and responsive support team, extensive parts inventory, unique upgrade capabilities and a nationally accredited education and training program, Stiles offers a solution for every challenge. Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Stiles has regional offices in High Point, North Carolina; Bristol, Pennsylvania; Coppell, Texas; and Rancho Cucamonga, California. | For more than 60 years, Stiles Machinery has helped woodworking manufacturers transform how they produce, compete, and grow. As part of the HOMAG Group and exclusive partner to leading brands across all processes and applications, we deliver the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of advanced woodworking and manufacturing technology and software, backed by unmatched service and support. Solutions for Every Stage of Production From single machines to fully integrated production systems, Stiles offers solutions across the entire manufacturing process: CNC Routing & Machining: Nested-based manufacturing, pod and rail, 5-axis processing, drilling, doweling, and precision shaping Edgebanding: Automated edge processing, zero-edge technology, contour edging, and return conveyor systems Sawing & Cutting: Panel saws, beam saws, and other high-speed cutting systems Sanding & Finishing: Wide-belt sanding, automated finishing lines, and surface technology Material Handling Automation: Robotics, storage systems, and integrated work cells Solid Wood Processing: Planing, moulding, profiling, and more Mass Timber Construction: Radio-frequency presses and advanced production systems from Kallesoe and System TM Digital Software: Production optimization, data integration, and smart factory solutions Whether you are a smaller shop looking to increase throughput or a large manufacturer implementing full automation strategies, Stiles provides scalable technology designed to meet you where you are and grow with you. Service That Sets the Standard Our commitment extends far beyond installation. Stiles offers comprehensive lifecycle services including on-site service technicians, in-house technical support, 24/7 parts, and accredited in-person and online training. With the largest service team in the industry, we help manufacturers maximize uptime, performance, and return on investment. Built for Today & Ready for Tomorrow Manufacturing is evolving rapidly. Labor challenges, material efficiency, customization demands, and digital transformation require smart, flexible solutions. Stiles delivers the equipment, automation, software, and support needed to stay competitive today and into the future. Visit us to explore how Stiles Machinery can help you optimize production, improve efficiency, and unlock your next level of growth.

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SCHMALZ

Schmalz is the global market leader in vacuum industrial automation and ergonomic material handling solutions. With more than 10,000 components, the Vacuum Automation unit includes suction cups and vacuum generators, as well as complete robotic gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces, for example, in CNC machining centers. The Handling Systems unit offers innovative handling solutions with vacuum lifters, servo hoists and workstation crane systems for industrial material handling applications. The Intelligent Factory solutions make production and logistics processes more flexible, productive and efficient, while also preparing them for the increasing trend toward digitalization. Schmalz now offers more packaging, food and pharma, ergonomic and robotic solutions, thanks to our investment in new technologies and the acquisition of products from Binar Handling, Palamatic and mGrip. For more information, visit our website at www.schmalz.com. | Schmalz is the global market leader in vacuum industrial automation and ergonomic material handling solutions. With more than 10,000 components, the Vacuum Automation unit includes suction cups and vacuum generators, as well as complete robotic gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces, for example, in CNC machining centers. The Handling Systems unit offers innovative handling solutions with vacuum lifters, servo hoists and workstation crane systems for industrial material handling applications. The Intelligent Factory solutions make production and logistics processes more flexible, productive and efficient, while also preparing them for the increasing trend toward digitalization. Schmalz now offers more packaging, food and pharma, ergonomic and robotic solutions, thanks to our investment in new technologies and the acquisition of products from Binar Handling, Palamatic and mGrip. For more information, visit our website at www.schmalz.com. Palamatic, a Schmalz company, is at the cutting edge of innovative design and production for industry and hygiene lifting and powder handling. Palamatic products allow for damage-free handling of plastic and paper sacks, simultaneous handling of several workpieces and safe handling of barrels up to 200 liters. The Palamatic JumboErgo GMP lifter, JumboSprint GMP and JumboFlex GMP food and pharma hygienic grade lifters are made of FDA-compliant materials that are easily cleaned with standard sanitizing agents used in the food and beverage industry. More information available at www.palamatic.com. Schmalz continues to grow as a global leader in vacuum solutions for industrial automation. Safety, hygiene, and reliability are essential in the automated handling of food products. With the mGrip finger gripper and its wide range of configuration options, Schmalz always offers the right solution for direct food handling. Compared to mechanical gripper systems, pneumatic finger grippers are more adaptable and extremely sensitive when gripping a wide variety of sensitive workpieces. They are easy to control, lighter due to their design, and the risk of contamination is reduced by the absence of additional drives and the closed pneumatic circuit. More information available at www.schmalz.com. | Schmalz es el especialista líder a nivel mundial en tecnología de vacío para la automatización industrial y ergonomía, ofreciendo soluciones innovadoras que optimizan los procesos de empaque, manipulación, final de línea y logística interna. La tecnología de vacío de Schmalz permite la manipulación segura y precisa de una amplia variedad de productos y empaques, incluyendo cajas de cartón, bandejas, frascos, bolsas, blísteres, films, envases primarios y secundarios, así como empaques flexibles y superficies complejas. | Schmalz is the global leader in vacuum industrial automation and ergonomic material handling. Our 10,000+ components span suction cups, vacuum generators, complete robotic gripping systems, and Handling Systems with vacuum lifters, servo hoists, and workstation cranes. We’re expanding solutions for packaging, food, and pharma through new technologies and acquisitions including Binar Handling, PalVac (formerly Palamatic), and mGrip. PalVac (formerly Palamatic), a Schmalz company, designs hygienic lifting and powder-handling systems for damage-free handling—covering plastic/paper sacks, multi-piece picks, and barrels up to 200 liters. The PalVac Sprint Hygienic lifters use FDA-compliant materials and clean easily with standard sanitizing agents. For direct food handling, our mGrip finger grippers provide adaptable, gentle gripping across a wide range of sensitive products. Compared with mechanical grippers, they’re lighter, simple to control, and reduce contamination risk via a closed pneumatic circuit. More at www.schmalz.com | Schmalz is the global market leader in vacuum industrial automation and ergonomic material handling solutions. The wide range of products in the Vacuum Automation unit includes individual components such as suction cups and vacuum generators, as well as complete robotic gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces, for example in CNC machining centers. The Handling Systems unit offers innovative handling solutions with vacuum lifters, servo hoists and workstation crane systems for industrial material handling applications. The intelligent energy saving solutions make production and logistics processes more flexible, productive and efficient, while also preparing them for the increasing trend toward digitalization. For more information, visit our website at www.schmalz.com. | Schmalz offers the most complete line of ergonomic handling solutions for the wood industry. Our vacuum gripping and vacuum clamping systems meet the unique challenges of the wood working industry such as irregular stacking patterns, varying work piece dimensions, undefined loading position, fast cycle times, and tough environmental conditions due to dust, shavings and sharp edges. | At MODEX, Schmalz will showcase material handling solutions designed to improve ergonomics, efficiency, and throughput across supply chain and warehouse operations. Visitors will see a live truck and container unloading application using the Destuff-it system. Packages move from the container onto a conveyor where operators use the new two-trigger JumboFlex vacuum tube lifter to unload cartons quickly and safely. Schmalz will also feature the Mobile Order Picker, a flexible lifting and palletizing solution that mounts to the front of a fork truck. Used with either the JumboFlex or JumboErgo depending on load weight, the system enables operators to handle cartons throughout the warehouse while supporting palletizing and order fulfillment tasks. For roll handling applications, Schmalz will demonstrate a Binar Handling QLA servo hoist equipped with a custom tool designed to lift and manipulate coils of packaging material. Automation will also be featured, including a palletizing system with a FANUC CRX cobot using Schmalz PXT modular tooling and GCPi mobile electrical vacuum generator. A second palletizing setup mounted on a mobile AMR platform will demonstrate flexible robotic palletizing in dynamic warehouse environments. Schmalz will also display a miniature version of Cellumation’s intelligent sorting conveyor system. Integrate it with an SPZ layer gripper, and create a fully automated palletizing and depalletizing of full product layers. These palletizing solutions can be custom engineered to handle boxes, bags, slip sheets, and other packaging formats. Schmalz also will have on display offerings from our broad portfolio of vacuum components, gripping systems, and ergonomic lifting devices supporting every stage of packaging and supply chain operations—from primary packaging and case packing to end-of-line palletizing and logistics handling. | Schmalz is the global market leader in vacuum industrial automation and ergonomic material handling solutions. With more than 10,000 components, the Vacuum Automation unit includes suction cups and vacuum generators, as well as complete robotic gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces, for example, in CNC machining centers. The Handling Systems unit offers innovative handling solutions with vacuum lifters, servo hoists and workstation crane systems for industrial material handling applications. The Intelligent Factory solutions make production and logistics processes more flexible, productive and efficient, while also preparing them for the increasing trend toward digitalization. Schmalz now offers more packaging, food and pharma, ergonomic and robotic solutions, thanks to our investment in new technologies and the acquisition of products from Binar Handling, PalVac (formerly Palamatic), PalPharma and mGrip. For more information, visit our website at WWW.SCHMALZ.COM. | Schmalz is the global market leader in vacuum automation and ergonomic material handling solutions, helping packaging companies improve safety, efficiency, and throughput. With more than 10,000 components, our Vacuum Automation portfolio includes suction cups, vacuum generators, and complete robotic gripping systems that enable reliable picking, packing, and palletizing—even with complex or delicate packaging materials.Our Handling Systems unit offers innovative lifting solutions such as vacuum tube lifters, servo hoists, and workstation crane systems that improve ergonomics in environments handling bags, boxes, buckets, or shrink-wrapped goods.Through our Intelligent Factory solutions, we help packaging operations streamline logistics, boost productivity, and prepare for the digital future. Schmalz now delivers expanded capabilities for packaging, food, and pharma through our investments in new technologies and the acquisitions of Binar Handling servo hoists, PalVac (formerly Palamatic) hygienic lifters, and mGrip flexible grippers.For more information, visit www.schmalz.com. | Schmalz is a global market leader in vacuum automation and ergonomic handling solutions. Schmalz products are used worldwide in applications in the food/pharma, logistics, glass, metal, automotive, packaging, and wood industry sects. The wide range of products in the Vacuum Automation unit includes individual components such as suction cups and vacuum generators, as well as complete gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces. Our Handling Systems unit offers innovative handling solutions with vacuum lifters and crane systems for industrial applications. With comprehensive consulting, a focus on innovation and first-class quality, Schmalz offers its customers long-lasting benefits. Schmalz’s intelligent solutions make production and logistics processes more flexible and efficient, while also preparing them for the increasing trend toward digitalization. With its own locations and its sales partners, Schmalz is represented in more than 80 countries and in all important markets. The family-owned company has over 1,800 employees at its headquarters in Glatten (in the Black Forest region of Germany) and its 20 international subsidiaries. Schmalz’ US headquarters in Raleigh, N.C., has been in operation since 1993 and employs over 125 people.

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OSI Machinerie Inc.

Since 1987, OSI Machinerie combines world-class technology, revolutionary production methodologies, and in-depth field expertise to address our customers’ wood processing challenges. OSI Machinerie designs, manufactures and installs equipments for the wood transformation industry combined with the after-sales service.

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Mod Process

Modprocess, with 37 years of expertise in the machinery sector, is dedicated to developing cutting-edge machines that significantly elevate the quality, productivity, and efficiency of industrial operations. The company places a strong emphasis on integrating sustainability into its business strategies and operational frameworks. Through continuous research and development activities and proactive new product development efforts, Modprocess is committed to creating next-generation machines equipped with the latest technology to meet the evolving needs of the industry. The software integrated into Modprocess machinery is custom-designed and developed in-house by the company’s proficient IT team, ensuring maximum flexibility. The company has a very strong multilayer after-sales service system to guarantee the seamless flow of the operations of its customers without any interruption. Currently, Modprocess specializes in producing computer-controlled carton box-making machines, automatic packaging systems, box-closing and labeling systems, cardboard shredding machines, stacking robots, and line automation systems, all designed to empower organizations in enhancing their operational efficiencies.

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