Precisely prepared logs.
Maximum quality in LVL and PLY.

Efficient log handling and intelligent
conditioning for perfect veneer and plywood production.

Robust conveying technology for demanding applications in the wood-based materials industry

The production of LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) and PLY (Plywood) places the highest demands on log handling. To achieve first-class results in veneer and paneld production, logs must be cut with absolute precision and optimally conditioned.

This is were HOLTEC demonstrates its particular strength: we combine the know-how from two worlds. From the sawmill industry we bring our expertise in precise conveying, separating and cutting of logs. From the wood-based materials sector, we draw on our experience with tough 24/7 operating conditions and the need for extremely robust, durable technology. We combine these two disciplines into customised complete solutions, tailored to the specific requirements of LVL and PLY production. 

Our systems cover the entire scope of log handling: from the loading, sorting and cutting to conditioning and integration into subsequent processes. With more than 350 completed projects and our deep engineering expertise we deliver turnkey concepts that unite efficiency, precision and maximum availability.  

With HOLTEC you benefit from everything from a single source:

  • Accurately cut logs for precise veneer dimensions
  • Optimal conditioning for superior wood quality
  • Seamless material flow without bottlenecks
  • Reliable technology for the continuous industrial operation

SMARTCON conditioning - Precision heating - for best veneer quality

For the production of high-quality veneers, uniform heating of the logs is essential. With SMARTCON, HOLTEC offers one of the most advaced solutions on the market: a fully automated, continuous heating system developed specifically for the requirements of LVL an PLY production.

The advantages of SMARTCON at a glance

  • Maximum veneer quality: homogeneous temerpature distribution prevents cracks and fibre fractures
  • Higher yield: optimal conditioning increases the veneer yield by up to 25%  
  • Energy efficiency: enclosed, optionally insulated tunnel design significantly reduces heat loss  
  • Sustainability: integrated water treatment enables a closed circuit with no wastewater  
  • Safety and ergonomics: fully automated processes protect operators and reduce manual intervention  

  • Compact design: reduces space requirements and lower operating costs compared with traditional log ponds or steam boilers  

    With SMARTCON our customers achieve the highest process reliability and the best material quality - the perfect foundation for economical and efficient LVL and PLY production.

Complete wood yard solutions with sustainable log handling technology

HOLTEC not only develops customised conveying and conditioning systems, but also provides innovative solutions for log handling. With the new VPK Loghandler, we have created a fully electric portal crane concept that combines maximum efficiency with sustainability.
Equipped with the latest drive technology, the VPK Loghandler operates energy-efficiently and emission-free, while enabling precise and gentle handling of large volumes of logs. Thanks to its compact design, it can be seamlessly integrated even into confined wood yard spaces, ensuring minimal space requirements while delivering maximum performance.
In combination with our comprehensive product portfolio – from conveying, cutting and conditioning through to intelligent handling technology – HOLTEC delivers complete wood yard solutions from a single source.
 

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