UNIVERSAL COMBINATION MACHINES AND LATHES
Discover our expertly crafted selection of woodworking combination machines and lathes, including the SCM Minimax lathes and combination units. These compact, practical, and easy-to-use machines offer exceptional quality at a competitive price, making them the perfect choice for small joineries and woodworking workshops. Renowned for their quality, precision, versatility, and reliability, they cater to a variety of professional needs with an extensive range of features and pricing options. Browse our full selection and take advantage of special offers directly on the SCM online store.
What are combination woodworking machines and what are they used for?
Combination machines are versatile solutions that integrate multiple woodworking operations into a single compact unit, such as planing, cutting, drilling, routing, and, in some models, even edgebanding. SCM combination machines are designed to maximise workspace and investment, delivering professional performance for both small workshops and semi-industrial environments.
What are the advantages of working wood with a combination machine?
A combination machine allows several operations to be carried out with one unit, reducing setup times, space requirements, and production costs. SCM combination machines ensure quick transitions between functions, exceptional accuracy, and robust components designed for long-term reliability.
SCM also includes professional wood lathes in its range, ideal for producing turned components such as columns, table legs, handles, cylindrical decorations, and parts for furniture or artistic pieces. SCM Minimax lathes are distinguished by their rigidity and stability, ensuring extremely accurate turning results.
How do you use a Minimax wood lathe?
After choosing the appropriate tool for the type of turning (roughing, shaping, or finishing), the wooden workpiece is clamped between the spindle and tailstock, ensuring perfect centering. The tool rest is then adjusted a few millimetres from the rotating piece and positioned at the correct height relative to the axis. It must remain firm and steady to guarantee controlled tool movement during machining.
Once the rotation speed is set via the electronic variator, the workpiece can be shaped with smooth, progressive motions. The ideal speed depends on the diameter and type of wood. Regular cleaning, inspection of the spindle and supports, and adherence to the maintenance guidelines in the manual ensure safe and reliable operation.