Builders Automation Machinery

We’ve been in this business for a long time, so you can be confident we know what we’re doing. You can also count on Builders Automation for expert installation and continuing parts replacement and service throughout the lifetime of your machinery.

Builders Automation 5 Axis Multi Function Stair Routing Machine

Builders Automation 5 Axis Multi Function Stair Routing Machine

  • Fully programmable CNC (Computer Numeric Control) 5-axis servo driven machine
  • Programmable Touch Screen for simple stair characteristic input by operator
  • Programmable Touch Screen for landing cut both top & bottom for open box & contemporary
  • Two (2) high frequency routers with 7.5 HP/24,000 RPM fan-cooled spindles that can accommodate shanks of 1/2 or 5/8" diameter
  • Accepts one or two stringers at a time – ¾”, 1″ or 1 ½” thick for a total of 3″ maximum thickness and 7 ¾” to 15 ¾” wide
  • Extra wide ¾” guide rails for more bearing surface with a 3 ¼” high fence
  • Five (5) cylinder clamps – 3 fixed and 2 adjustable
  • 2,950 pounds of vertical stringer clamping force & 1,180 pounds of horizontal clamping force
  • Self-centering feed system on linear bearings for better support and elimination of wear on the brass parts
  • Dust collection cups on each router for clean, efficient operation
  • Accommodates staircase angles from 20 to 45 degrees and riser kickback from 5 to 11 degrees with landing cut
  • Cuts up to ½” deep in yellow pine at the maximum rate of 20″ per second & an open stringer in a single cut
  • Programmable to cut any combination of box, contemporary or open stairs with landing cut
  • Completes the top and bottom landing cut without additional handling or manual sawing
  • Adjustable setting for wedge fit or material variances
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 10 seconds per 7/11 tread in 1 or 2 stringers
  • Machine Size: Approximately 8' x 6'-5" x 7'
  • Electrical: 230 Volt / 3 Phase - 70 Amps
  • Air: 110 PSI at 15 CFM (minimum 3/4" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Options: Multi-Bag Portable Dust Collector & Parts Kit

Builders Automation Stair Assembly Clamp

Builders Automation Stair Assembly Clamp

  • Model 2210
  • Operates in conjunction with Stair Stringer Router to maximize production
  • Accommodates up to 20′ L stringers with maximum width of 54″
  • Air operated clamping cylinders securely hold stringers, treads, and risers in position for glue and wedge application
  • Large bore cylinder provides maximum clamping force
  • Nine side-retaining members mounted on each side, positionable to allow 2 or 3 nails to be inserted through stringers into treads
  • Machine Size: Approximately 18' x 3' x 3'
  • Air: 110 PSI at 2 CFM
  • Electrical: None

Builders Automation Wedge Saw

Builders Automation Wedge Saw

  • Model 2220
  • Automatically produces wood wedges used to lock stair treads and risers into slots in stair stringers
  • Upright guide expandable to hold up to 40 pieces of wood at one time
  • Rapid change over to cut glue blocks for more efficient operation
  • Once cycle started, hands-free use for labor saving utilization
  • Enables you to easily change size or angle without tools saving time and improving productivity
  • Utilizes 1- ½ HP saw that automatically cuts pieces up to 9- ½”W by 11- ½”L
  • Operator panel includes key start and e-stop controls for saw motor and start/stop control for pneumatic system that coordinates all machine motions
  • Capable of producing wedges of varying thickness on alternate strokes of the saw
  • Scrap material is ejected under the machine, and the wedges are discharged into user-supplied hoppers
  • An included discharge chute diverter separates automatically and directs wedges of different thicknesses (produced on alternate saw strokes) into separate hoppers (user supplied)
  • Sawdust carried away from the saw guard pick-up through a 3″ diameter hose
  • Machine Size: Approximately 3' x 4' x 8'
  • Production: Up to 900 Wedges per Hour
  • Electrical: 208/230 Volt - 3 Phase - 12 Amps
  • Air: 110 PSI at 12 CFM (minimum 3/4" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Option: Multi-Bag Portable Dust Collector (240 Volt / 1 Phase / 25 Amps)

Builders Automation Pre-Hung Door Machine

Builders Automation Pre-Hung Door Machine

  • Model 996-TS (photo shows optional Hinge Applicators)
  • This prehung door machine is comprised of tried and true technology that is 35 years in the making
  • The 996-TS Door Machine has the ability to route all 4 hinges and the jamb on an 8 foot door, bore the lock or deadbolt at 2-3/8″ or 2-3/4″ backset and drill and mortise the latch at almost any location
  • The door drilling locations can be set differently for the left and right hand door if desired
  • A unique feature of this door machine is the ability to prep the strike jamb for lock bore or deadbolt locations
  • The 996-TS uses the same operator to do all these tasks greatly reducing total man-hours invested in each door while eliminating double handling them and improving logistics
  • This door machine is coming equipped with more standard options than any other prehung door equipment in the industry
  • It comes with dust collection attachments on every cutting part of the equipment
  • It also has a system called the Automatic Door Positioner (ADP) which gives the door machine operator more freedom not having to touch the door at all
  • The 996-TS is also equipped with a high quality large touch screen
  • This gives the door machine operator a quick and easy avenue to select the size of the door, the size of the hinge, the location of the deadbolt or lockbore, and an easy, sure way to turn features on and off
  • All of these can be done either in English or in Spanish for the bilingual areas of the world
  • The 996-TS Prehung Door Machine also has the ability to do self diagnostics with easy to understand directions to keep it trouble free
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 30 seconds for all door sizes
  • Air Requirements: 120 PSI at 20 CFM for the base model (minimum 1" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Electrical Requirments: 208/230 Volt, 3 Phase, 70 Amps (must install grounding rod for processor protection)
  • The Door Machine also has more options available to it than any other door equipment, the customer has the ability to start out with a fully automated prehung door machine and add these high quality options in the future to increase their production even higher
  • Option: Flush, 3 degree hinge mortising
  • Option: Pre-drill option to eliminate splitting jambs, puckering and assist in accurate screw placement
  • Option: Model 1296 Automatic Door Assembly Machine completes the pre-hung door process by adding and securing the jambs to the manufactured door as final preparation for shipping
  • Option: Model 1550 Hinge Applicators provide faster processing by virtually automating the hinge application process
  • Option: Model 2001 Door Loader can be set up inline for automatic positioning and loading of doors
  • Option: Door Loader with Beveller / De-beveller
  • Option: Multi-bag Portable Vacuum/Dust Collector (power supplied with Door Machine)
  • Option: Parts Kit for fast handling of user-replaceable parts
  • Option: Ball Catch Drill Units
  • These options are designed to be installed in our plant or in the field
  • We at Builders Automation are proud to supply you with fast, reliable, low-maintenance prehung door equipment at a low cost with that of the best service and experience in the industry

Builders Automation Door Assembly Machine

Builders Automation Door Assembly Machine

  • Model 1296
  • Rotation of doors not required for left-hand or right-hand orientation
  • Frame header may be inserted at either end for handling left-hand or right-hand doors
  • Doors automatically lowered onto Assembly Machine table from Pre-Hung Door Machine (996E-TS), eliminating the need for manual lifting or repositioning
  • Machine automatically clamps the door and fires the appropriate guns to ensure safe operation
  • Fitted with one staple gun per corner in unique mountings that provide for automatic or variable firing of up to four staples each
  • Two additional framing guns may be mounted midway to nail the strike jamb to the door in preparation for shipping
  • Upon completion, the table lifts the assembled door for easy, roll-out removal from the machine
  • Handles 6′ 8″ to 8′ doors up to 1- ¾” thick
  • Comes with manufacturer’s standard 1 year warranty
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 30 seconds
  • Air Requirements: 110 PSI at 24 CFM (minimum 3/4" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Option: Add 2 additional staple guns for securing split jambs
  • Option: Add 2 duplex staple guns (shown in photo) to fasten the strike jamb to door in preparation for shipping

Builders Automation Door Loader

Builders Automation Door Loader

  • Model 2001
  • Fully electronic, programmed Allen Bradley controller automatically manages the loading process
  • Positions door stacks adjacent to Pre-Hung Door Machine’s processing intake (996E-TS), reducing demands on operator
  • Utilizes powerful, heavy duty pneumatic motor and heavy duty drive train for reliable operation during demanding, continuous start-and-stop use
  • Trouble-free, mechanical memory prevents unnecessary action of gantry as door stack height changes during processing
  • Mar-proof clamp automatically adjusts to any type or size of door
  • Handles stacks of steel, solid-core, or hollow-core doors 6′ to 8′ high (including skid)
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 30 seconds
  • Air Requirements: 120 PSI at 20 CFM (minimum 1/2" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Electrical Requirements: 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amps (power provided from door machine)
  • Option: Ball Catch Drill Unit

Builders Automation Ball Catch Mortise

Builders Automation Ball Catch Mortise

  • Mortises the double strike plate in head for ball catch automatically
  • Mortises strike plate and bore in strike jambs
  • Simple flip of switch changeover from double head to strike jamb
  • Bench or table top mounted for easy movement
  • Automatic clamping of material
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 7 seconds
  • Air Requirements: 110 PSI at 5 CFM
  • Electrical Requirements: 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amps

Builders Automation T-Astragal Router

Builders Automation T-Astragal Router

  • Vertical holding fixture aligns and clamps door for accuracy
  • Powerful 3- ¼ HP Porter Cable Router handles mortising for T-astragals or slide bolts
  • Includes safety guards
  • No set up and minimal training required
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 7 seconds
  • Air Requirements: 110 PSI at 5 CFM
  • Electrical Requirements: 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amps

Builders Automation Casing Saw

Builders Automation Casing Saw

  • Model 845
  • Versatile, precision saw engineered for high production cutting of different sizes of trim material
  • Easily adjustable for right or left legs and headers
  • Features automatic 45-degree and 90-degree saw positioning
  • Equipped to make both spline and biscuit cuts
  • Cuts casing from 2- ¼ ” to 3- ½ ” wide lengths of up to 8′
  • Processor controlled with smart logic to prevent miscalculation of cuts
  • Cuts made from top down with powerful 1- ½ HP motors to prevent fraying and chipping
  • Gravity fed operation for fast, easy loading
  • Material indexed to a positive stop to yield extremely accurate cuts
  • Cycle Time: Approximately 30 seconds
  • Air Requirements: 120 PSI at 20 CFM (minimum 1/2" diameter unrestricted line)
  • Electrical Requirements: 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amps
 
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