
New planing machine strengthens wood processing at Hout‑Bois van Steenberge
Investing in precision and efficiency
Planing wood is an essential part of the wood processing activities at Hout‑Bois van Steenberge. By investing in an advanced planing installation, wood can be tailored even more accurately to the specific requirements of customers. The new installation enables more precise planing, with consistent quality, even across larger volumes.

WEINIG POWERMAT 3000: technical added value
The new planing machine offers several technical advantages that contribute to a more efficient processing flow:
- Planing width up to 310 mm
- Integrated rip saw, allowing sawing and planing in a single operation
- Stop‑and‑go strapping system for flexible bundling of battens
- State‑of‑the‑art technology ensuring stable and reproducible planing results
Thanks to this configuration, Hout‑Bois van Steenberge can plane wood quickly and accurately, with close attention to dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
Part of a broader range of wood processing services
Planing forms part of a broader range of wood processing services. In addition to planing, Hout‑Bois van Steenberge offers the infrastructure and expertise for sawing, cross‑cutting, angled cuts, bundle cutting and other custom processing operations. The new planing machine strengthens this overall offering and contributes to a smooth workflow within the production process.
Focused on professional applications
With this investment, Hout‑Bois van Steenberge confirms its ambition to provide wood processing services that meet the requirements of professional applications in construction, industry and trade. By continuing to invest in technology and craftsmanship, the company remains flexible in responding to evolving market demands.
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