Indonesia is one of the world’s leading exporters of tropical plywood, with strong market shares in Japan, South Korea, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States. Renowned for its excellent moisture resistance, superior strength, and durability, Indonesian plywood is widely used in construction formwork, furniture production, shipbuilding, and decorative panels.
Backed by its abundant forest resources—Indonesia is home to the second-largest tropical rainforest in the world—and a diverse range of timber species, the plywood industry in Indonesia has seen steady growth in both export and domestic markets. Many medium to large-sized Indonesian plywood manufacturers are now investing in fully automated plywood production lines from China, including veneer peeling machines, core composer machines, plywood cutting machines, and hot/cold press machines,etc. Chinese machines are well received for their cost-effectiveness, adaptability, and ease of maintenance.
Customer Background
Mr. Soeharto already owned a plywood plant in Indonesia covering 6,000 square meters with a daily output of around 50 cubic meters. As part of his business expansion, he planned to build a new high-end plywood production facility on Java Island in 2022, mainly targeting export markets such as the U.S. and Europe.
Given the high standards required by these markets, Mr. Soeharto placed great importance on precision, stability, durability, and automation when selecting his equipment. The new plant was designed for a daily output of 150 cubic meters, requiring a highly efficient and fully automated production line.
Our Solution
Based on the target output and the demanding quality requirements, we provided Mr. Soeharto with the fully customized automated production line covering every key process—from veneer peeling to final sanding. The solution focused on efficiency, accuracy, stability, and smart control, helping the customer stay competitive in the global market. Key equipment includes:
✅ Fully Automatic Rotary Veneer Peeling Line
Equipped with the high-rigidity heavy-duty peeling machine, automatic feeding system, and high-speed servo knife carriage, the line ensures precise and uniform veneer thickness. It supports various softwood types and offers tight tolerance control, maximizing material utilization and ensuring consistency for downstream processing.
✅ Fully Automatic Core Composer Machine
With an advanced conveyor and positioning system, this machine enables fast and precise panel joining. Its auto-adjustment function ensures tight and even joints, improving panel strength and surface flatness. The machine runs reliably with minimal manual intervention, reducing operational risks.
✅ 30-Layer Fully Automatic Hot Press
Features smart temperature and pressure control systems to ensure even heat distribution and thorough glue curing. It supports mass production of various panel sizes, increases efficiency, and ensures consistent quality, while also extending the equipment’s lifespan.
✅ Fully Automatic Sanding Line
Integrated with multi-stage sanding and automatic thickness adjustment and surface inspection, this line delivers smooth, defect-free surfaces that meet international export standards. Designed for energy efficiency and dust reduction, it supports clean and sustainable production.
The entire production line uses advanced automation and control systems, with PLC and touchscreen HMI integration, remote monitoring, and diagnostics support. All key components, including motors, inverters, sensors, and electrical cabinets, are from well-known international brands, ensuring long-term reliability and operational stability.
This solution not only meets the customer’s demand for high output and premium quality, but also significantly upgrades the factory’s smart manufacturing level, reducing labor costs and production risks.
📈 Project Progress and Outcome
After two months of equipment manufacturing and one month of on-site installation and commissioning, Mr. Soeharto’s new factory is now fully operational, running smoothly and efficiently.
Mr. Soeharto praised the solution and equipment highly:
“The automated production line has not only reduced our labor costs significantly but also improved our overall production efficiency and product quality. In Indonesia, where labor turnover is high and workforce management is difficult, automation is clearly the future of plywood manufacturing—especially for critical processes like peeling, core joining, and hot/cold pressing.”
