The workpieces are supported by means of vacuum cups sitting on a large flat bed. This enables absolute flexibility in positioning pods to ensure the workpiece is held securely.

The edge feed mechanism is mounted above the aggregate and coils around a simple winder mechanism. The edge is continuously fed and remains ready for the next workpiece as soon as the end cutter has cut the end of the previous piece. There is no need for expensive and complex edge feeding units to pre-cut lengths for each workpiece.

The load carrying frame structure is fabricated from heavy plate steel and box section. It is extremely rigid and provides a wide stable support for the Y axis. All motion is carried on highest quality linear prismatic bearing rails.