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Star "V" Machinery offers eight different standard V-Grooving machines for the Solid Surface Industry, as well as several other models for the manufacturers of Speaker & TV Cabinets, Fixture & Display and Architectural Millwork companies. There are hundreds of V-Grooving applications.

Star "V" Machinery V-Groovers will give you years of reliable and virtually trouble free operation. All Star V-Groovers are suited to work on a variety of materials such as Solid Surface, Solid Surface Veneer, MDF & Particleboard laminated or veneered, Stone, as well as other man-made materials.


Please select one of the following categories based on your industry and application.


V-Groovers for the Solid Surface, Display & Fixture and Architectural Millwork Industry
   

Model MLV

Star "V" Machinery is introducing their new low cost Star V Groover model MLV. This entry-level V-Groover was designed to enable smaller volume solid surface fabricator to profit from the v-grooving method at a lower cost and smaller footprint.

The MLV is designed to V-Groove various materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed by changing the cutter head.

The automatic tape applicator is optional on this model to keep costs lower. A 220V single phase power supply line and the small 60" x 30" footprint makes this machine appealing to every workshop from small to large. The feeder belt moves the material over the flat phenolic table. The V-Groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 6" away from the movable fence are possible. Set-up controls are manual.

   

Model JuniorStar

Star "V" Machinery is introducing their new low cost Star V-Groover model JuniorStar. This mid-level V-Groover was designed to enable the smaller solid surface fabricator to profit from the v-grooving method without breaking the budget.

The JuniorStar V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a PVC board, build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed by changing the cutter head.

The automatic tape applicator is standard. The feeder belt moves the material over the phenolic flat table. The v-groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 10" away from the fixed fence are possible. Set-up controls are manual.

This machine can easily be connected to our automated gluing and folding machine for further automation of the fabrication process.

   

Model SLG-1-LB

The SLG-1-LB V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the stainless steel roller bed. The stainless steel roller bed minimizes friction and reduces or eliminates marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 14.5" (standard), and 24.5" (optional) away from the fixed fence are possible. Set-up controls are manual.

   

Model SLG-2-LB

The SLG-2-LB V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed.

Two cutter stations allow for rapid profile changes without any downtime! Switching from front edge profile to the cove back slash profile for solid surface countertops is being accomplished within seconds by a push of a button.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the stainless steel roller bed. The stainless steel roller bed minimizes friction and reduces or eliminates marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 14.5" (standard), and 24.5" (optional) away from the fixed fence are possible.

   

Model SLG-1000

The SLG-1000 V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Motorized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator's convenience. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 14.5" (standard), and 24.5" (optional) away from the fixed fence are possible.

   

Model SLG-2000

The SLG-2000 V-Groover is the top of the line V-groover for the serious solid surface or any other fabricator. It is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, triple fold profiles, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. This machine comes standard with all available options for enhanced operator convenience and performance. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Motorized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator convenience for this machine. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 14.5" (standard), and 24.5" (optional) away from the fixed fence are possible.

   

Model SUV-1300

STAR "V" MACHINERY'S Model SUV-1300 Universal V-Groover with (2) cutting stations provides linear and crosscut capabilities. V-Grooves can be performed on various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, triple fold profiles, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. The separate cross cut station allows fabricating boxes, display cases or the v-grooving of narrow or small materials. There is no down time when switching from the linear to the cross cut station. Even two operators can work on this machine simultaneously. This machine is equipped with all available options.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically on the linear section and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. Material hold down on the cross cut station is pneumatic hold down (standard) or a vacuum hold down (optional) system holds the material steady during the cutting operation. A reciprocating taping machine built directly in front of the bed of the cross section eliminates the need for taping by hand or at a separate taping station prior to the cross grooving operation. The v-groove is being applied from above. Motorized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator convenience and performance.

   

Model SUV-3000 Universal

Star "V" Machinery's latest development in the pursuit of minimal or zero set-up time, is the 3-head SUV-3000 Universal V-Groover with two cutter heads on the linear section and a 3rd head on the separate cross cut station. Switching from one profile to another on the linear section is simply done with the push of a button reducing downtime close to zero. The second machine operator can utilize the cross cut section simultaneously, resulting in a drastic reduction of required production time and cost. This contributes to the shortened amortization period for the machine. Only a few companies, covering more than the standard needs and application for the countertop industry, will be able to utilize all available capabilities of this machine.

V-Grooves can be performed on various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, triple fold profiles, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc.

The separate cross cut station allows fabricating boxes, display cases or the v-grooving of narrow or small materials. There is no down time when switching from the linear to the cross cut station. Even two operators can work on this machine simultaneously. This machine is equipped with all available options.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically on the linear section and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. Material hold down on the cross cut station is pneumatic hold down (standard) or a vacuum hold down (optional) system holds the material steady during the cutting operation. A reciprocating taping machine built directly in front of the bed of the cross section eliminates the need for taping by hand or at a separate taping station prior to the cross grooving operation. The v-groove is being applied from above. Motorized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator convenience and performance.

   

Model SCG-120/145 Unistar-120/145

The Model SCG-120/145 Unistar-120/145 V-Groover is our most versatile v-groover to date. Designed for linear and cross v-grooving within a 120" or 145" length parameter, but without any width limitations. For example a 5' x 12' board or a 145" x 36" solid surface sheet material can be v-grooved anywhere over its entire surface. The cutter head travels over the stationary material, which makes this machine most suitable for very delicate surfaces. Even angled cuts for a pyramid shaped pedestal can be accomplished. Designed to work with solid surface, wood, laminated or veneered MDF or particleboard and other man made materials. Targeted industries are the solid surface, display & fixture and architectural millwork industry, where virtually unlimited applications have priority over production output. Machine can also function as a 12' linear or crosscut saw, when a scoring blade is not needed. Available in 10' and 12' length with 2 heads (standard), and a standard reciprocating taping machine built directly in front of the bed of the cutting area eliminates the need for taping by hand or at a separate taping station prior to the operation. Upgradeable to computerized linear or cross cut fence.

   
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V-Groovers for the Speaker Box & Drawer Industry
   

Model SCG-120/145 Unistar-120/145

The Model SCG-120/145 Unistar-120/145 V-Groover is our most versatile v-groover to date. Designed for linear and cross v-grooving within a 120" or 145" length parameter, but without any width limitations. For example a 5' x 12' board or a 145" x 36" solid surface sheet material can be v-grooved anywhere over its entire surface. The cutter head travels over the stationary material, which makes this machine most suitable for very delicate surfaces. Even angled cuts for a pyramid shaped pedestal can be accomplished. Designed to work with solid surface, wood, laminated or veneered MDF or particleboard and other man made materials. Targeted industries are the solid surface, display & fixture and architectural millwork industry, where virtually unlimited applications have priority over production output. Machine can also function as a 12' linear or crosscut saw, when a scoring blade is not needed. Available in 10' and 12' length with 2 heads (standard), and a standard reciprocating taping machine built directly in front of the bed of the cutting area eliminates the need for taping by hand or at a separate taping station prior to the operation. Upgradeable to computerized linear or cross cut fence.

   

Model SLG-485

The Model SLG-485 is a dedicated, high production linear V-Groover. It is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites, veneered or laminated MDF or particleboard as well as plastics. Commonly used in the speaker industry for front edge and back edge folding, the housing industry for vinyl wraps or column enclosures. This type of machine can accommodate one head up to 8 heads. The width capacity ranges from 24" to 60" depending on the application.

The individual tapes, which act as the hinge for miter folding, are applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. The V-Groove is being applied from above. Manual, motorized, or computerized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator convenience and performance. This machine will work most economical when several thousand linear feet of material is being processed per shift.

   

Model SCG-1300

The Model SCG-1300 is designed for precise, single V-Groove cuts. Maximum width capacity ranges from 30" up to 96" without any length limitations. This V-Groover would be used for small to medium production of boxes, display cases, pedestals, column or post enclosures and alike. The cutter head travels over the stationary material, which makes this machine most suitable for very delicate surfaces. Even angled cuts for a pyramid shaped pedestal can be accomplished. Material hold down is being accomplished via pneumatic hold down bars or optional vacuum hold down system, and a standard reciprocating taping machine built directly in front of the bed of the cutting area eliminates the need for taping by hand or at a separate taping station prior to the operation.

Designed to work all kinds of material such as solid surface, wood, laminated or veneered MDF or particleboard and other man made materials. Targeted industries are the display & fixture, and architectural millwork industry as well as the speaker, air purifier and drawer box manufacturer industry. Operation can be automated through the installation of a motorized, computerized cross fence with pusher.

   

Model SMCG-3000-5

The Model SMCG-3000-5 is is designed for precise, multiple V-Groove cuts for high production volume. The V-groover is typically equipped with 5 heads to create a box. Other arrangements with 7 or more heads are possible. Maximum width capacity ranges from 96" up to 144". Depth capacity can range from 24" up to 48". This V-Groover would be utilized for large to very large production of speaker boxes, drawer boxes or any other type of boxes. The cutter heads travel over the stationary material in a reciprocating manner. The material is being loaded in the front and held down by vacuum suction and off loaded at the opposite side. Cycle time ranges from about 22 seconds to 40 seconds or more depending on depth capacity, material cut and how many panels are being loaded.

A good comparison to this machine is the STA-5MC24 Multi Head Cross Taping Machine, for taping materials that are not vinyl covered or have coverings that are brittle or do not bend, such as high pressure laminates, and wood veneers.

Designed to work with a variety of material such as wood, vinyl covered MDF or particleboard and many other man made materials. Targeted industries are the speaker industry and drawer box manufacturer industry, where production volume is several hundred up to 1,000 or more boxes per shift.

   

Model SFG-1

The model SFG-1 is a feed through glue and edge-folding machine for the linear edge fold of speaker boxes or drawer parts. Available in single sided or double sided construction with openings from 24" to 48" it is a necessity for the high production spaeker or drawer part fabrication facility. Major components are a cleaning station, hot melt and PVAC glue station and subsequent folding station.

   
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V-Groovers for the Natural & Engineered Stone Industry
   

Model StarStone

The Model StarStone V-Groover for engineered stone and natural stone is one our latest development with universal v-grooving applications within a 10' parameter. An adjustable water mist spray atomizer keep the material surface and diamond abrasive wheel from overheating. An integrated, motorized tape applicator for linear and cross taping dramatically facilitates the tape application and reduced the handling steps for the material.

   
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V-Groovers for the PVC Column Enclosure
and Trim Board Industry
   

Model JuniorStar

Star "V" Machinery is introducing their new low cost Star V-Groover model JuniorStar. This mid-level V-Groover was designed to enable the smaller solid surface fabricator to profit from the v-grooving method without breaking the budget.

The JuniorStar V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a PVC board, build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed by changing the cutter head.

The automatic tape applicator is standard. The feeder belt moves the material over the phenolic flat table. The v-groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 10" away from the fixed fence are possible. Set-up controls are manual.

This machine can easily be connected to our automated gluing and folding machine for further automation of the fabrication process.

   

Model SLG-1-LB

The SLG-1-LB V-Groover is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites or plastics such as solid surface. V-Folds to create a build-up front edge, cove back splash profile, scribe strip, dado for back panel, double edge shelving etc. Other v-groove angles besides the standard 90 degrees can easily be employed.

The tape, which acts as the hinge for miter folding, is applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the stainless steel roller bed. The stainless steel roller bed minimizes friction and reduces or eliminates marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Both linear as well as cross cuts up to 14.5" (standard), and 24.5" (optional) away from the fixed fence are possible. Set-up controls are manual.

   

Model SLG-485

Star "V" Machinery's Model SLG-485 is a dedicated, high production linear V-Groover. It is designed to v-groove various wood materials, wood composites, PVC materials, veneered or laminated MDF or particleboard as well as plastics. Commonly used in the architectural millwork and housing industry for vinyl wraps or column enclosures. This type of machine can accommodate one head up to 8 heads. The width capacity ranges from 24" to 60" depending on the application.

The individual tapes, which act as the hinge for miter folding, are applied automatically and cut to length. The feeder belt moves the material over the high-precision, stainless steel roller bed to minimize friction and reduce or eliminate marring of the material. The v-groove is being applied from above. Manual, motorized or computerized set-up features and other gadgets add to the operator convenience and performance. This machine will work most economical when several thousand linear feet of material is being processed per shift.

This machine can easily be connected to our automated gluing and folding machine for further automation of the fabrication process.

   

Model SLG-489 Custom

This 9-head model was a custom built machine employing cutterheads as well as routers to create a very special snap in, self locking profile.

We like to show this machine for illustration purpose only to demonstrate to what extent Star V Machinery Ltd. can build custom machinery.

This machine obviously is at the high end of the spectrum.

   
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Rebuilt/Reconditioned and Used Machinery
   

None at this time.

 
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All standard machines can be ordered with customized cutting features:

  • Number of cutting heads
  • Maximum throat capacity (max. distance of cut away from fence)
  • Maximum cross cut width

Star "V" Machinery has set new technological standards and advancements for the V-Grooving industry. These standards and advancements were recognized early on by the two leading solid surface manufactures, DUPONT CORIAN and WILSONART INTERNATIONAL. Both companies have purchased Star V-Groovers for their high-tech training and research facilities.

Star "V" Machinery has perfected V-Grooving machines by adding or offering the following features:

  • Automatic tape applicator side movement
  • Motorized or Synchronized tape applicator side movement
  • Mechanical or Digital footage counter
  • Lexan safety shield
  • Automatic tape end indicator light
  • Computerized board pusher
  • Full automation of computerized board pusher


 

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