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THE GENERATOR WOODSHOP
The Cutting Edge Never Looked So Good
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Furniture manufacturing, design and creative spirit are ingrained in High Point’s legacy, and the traditions live on at The Generator, a first-of-its-kind innovation hub in the heart of Congdon Yards. When manufacturers need access to industrial-grade woodworking machinery and state-of-the-art design services to prototype and complete key orders, we’re here to help. When small-scale manufacturers, designers, and makers want to push the boundaries of craftsmanship to create unique pieces not produced en masse, our production support makes it possible.
Whether you need a prototype, a unique custom piece, or to fill an order that your main production facility can’t turn fast enough, the expert staff at The Generator can help you do it all–quicker and more economically than ever!
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HOW CAN THE GENERATOR HELP YOU? LET’S TALK.
Do you need access to industrial-grade woodworking machinery and innovative prototyping capabilities? Are you looking to create your next custom, inspiring one-of-a-kind design piece? Complete this form to tell us about your manufacturing and production needs. The Generator team will reach out soon to let you know how we can help.
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WHO CAN USE THE GENERATOR? WHAT CAN THEY USE IT FOR?
The manufacturing pros at The Generator provide production support to all of High Point’s creators, designers and makers. We’ve helped national manufacturers complete large orders, created proof-of-concept prototypes for design teams working on new product lines, and collaborated with solo artists and makers who have a unique, custom piece they can’t produce on their own. If you can dream it, we can do it. Submit a form about your project’s details and we’ll take it from there.
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CAN I COME IN AND USE THE EQUIPMENT MYSELF?
While you can’t use the equipment yourself, you can come in to discuss project specifications with the expert manufacturers at The Generator. We will work closely with you to make sure your project meets, or exceeds, your expectations.
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WHAT EQUIPMENT DOES THE GENERATOR OFFER?
The Generator houses nearly a dozen industrial-grade woodworking machines in partnership with SCM Woodworking Technology. SCM Group is a leading global manufacturer of industrial machinery and systems, specializing in processing wood, composites, plastic, glass, stone, and metal, with a history rooted in woodworking technology and a focus on innovation and quality.
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OLIMPIC K360 HP
EDGE BANDER
Elevate the look of any project with a seamless layer of plastic or wood veneer– no glue required. This machine uses AirFusion+ technology to flawlessly band together edges and joints for a sleek, entirely invisible seam.
ACCORD 25 FX
5 AXIS POD/RAIL CNC ROUTER
The Accord 25 FX is the ideal machine for cutting out solid wood window, door, furniture and stair components. With zero setup time to start and no need to press pause for repositioning, this machine will get your project in and out without any extra holdups.
MORBIDELLI X400
FLATBED ROUTER WITH OFFLOAD RAKE
Clearing dust and debris as it slices, the Dynamic Vacuum holds every piece of your project in place until all cuts are made. This innovative process easily knocks down production time, completing a cabinet in a speedy 4.5 minutes.
GABBIANI S115
This machine cuts through solid wood panels or panel stacks – chipboards, MDF panels, multilayer panels, plywood panels and fiber panels – with precision and ease. This single-blade beam saw, controlled by a PC/PLC control system, is ideal for makers seeking a lean and productive workflow.
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ELECTRO MECHANICAL CABINET CLAMP
An intuitive and easy-to-use solution for cabinet assembly, this manually operated machine is suitable for all cabinet manufacturers with low production volumes (up to 30 cabinets/shift).
DMC SD 60 RCS 135
WIDE BELT SANDER
This machine’s versatility is unmatched, allowing it to calibrate MDF, chipboard and much more. With its ability to nail the best quality finish, no matter what the material, the DMC SD 60 RCS 135 will quickly become your go-to wide belt sander for any project.
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SLIDING TABLE SAW
The workhorse of the classical woodworking machines, this double-bladed tilting table saw allows for maximum saw and scoring blade height without compromising quality. And with automatic positioning of the overhead protection, creators will never have to stop their workflow to change settings.
L’INVINCIBILE S7
PLANER
With the unique ability to set the pressure of infeed and outfeed rollers, this machine allows makers to reduce the thickness of any material anywhere from a minimal adjustment to a big time alteration. Hoping for a faster finishing process? Amp up your feed speed with the push of a button.
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Thank you to our partners, SCM, for providing world-class machinery.
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MATERIAL CONNEXION PUTS MATERIAL SAMPLES AT CREATORS’ FINGERTIPS.
Creators can visualize and design products faster than ever with access to more than 10,000 materials in the Material ConneXion library, including product samples, textiles, fibers, powders and coatings. With a self-service setup, visitors can browse materials and contact textile manufacturers for purchasing options whenever they feel inspired.
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