Festool Edgebander.

[jmbfestool]

Just a thought, the mft plate seems like its an odd idea. Why is there not a cms module for this machine? This just doesn't seem to fit with the "system" the CMS principal is Designed for this application?

Just my two pennies.

Also I'd love to hear more about the multi tool the OP mentioned, my fein is vibrating a lot after 10 years of service.

I totally Agree!

Seems odd they didn't make a cms plate for it.

 

[sancho57]

Just a thought, the mft plate seems like its an odd idea. Why is there not a cms module for this machine? This just doesn't seem to fit with the "system" the CMS principal is Designed for this application?

Just my two pennies.

Also I'd love to hear more about the multi tool the OP mentioned, my fein is vibrating a lot after 10 years of service.

I totally Agree!

Seems odd they didn't make a cms plate for it.

Id do to. It seems like the logical thing to do. A CMS module keeps with the system approach that festool is known for.

 

[jimbouk]

They already have table saws the cs50 & 70,  the CMS system is more then a table saw, you have the router insert, belt sander, jig saw and ts55 & 75 inserts.

Just for my thinking the Edgebander is a better fit to that "system" then fitting it in an MFT?

Like i said just my two pennies.

Again from what I was told the other new items following this are different class to anything before.

 

[Stone Message]

I have used a couple of edgebanders when working for other people but not in a stationary position. However, I am sure the reason is down to the fact that you need sufficient work surface support for the work being passed by the Conturo. The CMS Base Unit is just not big enough.

Peter

 

[jmbfestool]

I have used a couple of edgebanders when working for other people but not in a stationary position. However, I am sure the reason is down to the fact that you need sufficient work surface support for the work being passed by the Conturo. The CMS Base Unit is just not big enough.

Peter

yes you have.

You have UG Arm extensions which increase the in feed and out feed area  and then you also have the slide extension table which attaches to the cms. And if that wasn't big enough I'm pretty sure festool could of made an accessory which could be attached to give you extra support.

They have the VL-cms which attaches to the MFT 

So I still don't see the reason not to have it in cms unless it physically just couldn't fit in the opening.

Jmb

 

[Kev]

I'm still perplexed why they didn't create a drop in module for the planer in CMS format - that would have been a lot more comfortable to use!

I'm going to speculate on a CMS-Maxi ... a larger table, still capable of accepting the existing modules, and a new CMS saw module with 75+ cutting depth ... all to replace the ageing CS70.

That would be a good home also for the new Edgebander!

A kid can dream [embarassed]

 

[ldmillar1981]

I have used a couple of edgebanders when working for other people but not in a stationary position. However, I am sure the reason is down to the fact that you need sufficient work surface support for the work being passed by the Conturo. The CMS Base Unit is just not big enough.

Peter

Hi Peter,

To be honest I don't think its big enough for a table saw or router table which is why they do the table extensions. I have the CMS GE with OF module and use my Kapex UG wings with it as in/out feed support as JMB has mentioned.

Just seems odd as everything festool does is designed around the "system", this tool has gone against that ethos. The GB videos felt very unpolished for a company such as festool, where normally the videos are very slick, maybe they should give/loan one to yourself to review

Regards
Leigh

 

[jimbouk]

Hi Leigh,

I think the system and ethos is changing after extensive market research that found 'cms' to be below par. Not my view but that's what I was led to believe.

 

[Stone Message]

I had a look at the pdf manual and the Conturo looks a little big for a CMS solution. I except that there are CMS extensions and so on and that the 'system' concept is important but the MFT is very much a member of the family as well.

Peter

 

[joiner1970]

I had a look at the pdf manual and the Conturo looks a little big for a CMS solution. I except that there are CMS extensions and so on and that the 'system' concept is important but the MFT is very much a member of the family as well.

Peter

Yeah but surely its easier to fit it to something that is designed to have various machines fitted to it rather than an mft that you have to cut a hole in to fit it to.

 

[sancho57]

I'm still perplexed why they didn't create a drop in module for the planer in CMS format - that would have been a lot more comfortable to use!

I'm going to speculate on a CMS-Maxi ... a larger table, still capable of accepting the existing modules, and a new CMS saw module with 75+ cutting depth ... all to replace the ageing CS70.

That would be a good home also for the new Edgebander!

A kid can dream [embarassed]

Could also but a MFT up to it as they are all the same height.

 

[AlexThePalex]

I am always amazed at people's speculations.

How about some common sense, like when you release a new product you don't go overboard immediately but first see how the market responds to it?

 

[Kev]

I am always amazed at people's speculations.

How about some common sense, like when you release a new product you don't go overboard immediately but first see how the market responds to it?

Sometimes I'd agree with that thinking, but when you step into a new space the buyer needs to know that you intend to cover current and future needs. Investing in a reasonably expensive portable edgebander is likely to make a person consider the ways in which they'll be using it.

Also, this is the FOG ... speculating on what Festool may release is as common as breathing. Looks like you'll be amazed for a long time to come!

 

[tjbnwi]

I really would like to test this here. I have over 2 miles of edge banding to run in stages over the next 3 months on one phase of a project.

Please, pretty please, Festool USA [crying]

Tom

 

[Stone Message]

Ron has made an excellent point about the height of the CMS and MFT. I have now standardized every work top in my workshop to 900 mm and it makes life so much easier.

Peter

 

[stvrowe]

I really would like to test this here. I have over 2 miles of edge banding to run in stages over the next 3 months on one phase of a project.

Please, pretty please, Festool USA [crying]

Tom

I take it you are suffering from Contouro envy as well.  [crying]

 

[tjbnwi]

I really would like to test this here. I have over 2 miles of edge banding to run in stages over the next 3 months on one phase of a project.

Please, pretty please, Festool USA [crying]

Tom

I take it you are suffering from Contouro envy as well.  [crying]

Looking for efficiency.

Tom 

 

[stvrowe]

I really would like to test this here. I have over 2 miles of edge banding to run in stages over the next 3 months on one phase of a project.

Please, pretty please, Festool USA [crying]

Tom

I take it you are suffering from Contouro envy as well.  [crying]

Looking for efficiency.

Tom 

I understand completely.  I have been holding off on purchasing the Adamik hoping that Festool would enter this market.  The reviews I have seen on the Adamik and knockoff offerings available now have not given me confidence in such a purchase.  I really want to go with the Festool on this as I know for sure it will be well engineered and work with minimal fuss and if I am not satisfied, I can return it.  Hopefully, the Contouro will be available in North America before I am forced to make a decision. 

 

[tiralie]

I really would like to test this here. I have over 2 miles of edge banding to run in stages over the next 3 months on one phase of a project

I am sure you have thought about it but can't you send this out to be edged? There is a lot of material to "handle" there.

Please, pretty please, Festool USA [crying]

I would definitely get the Contouro as well. I think it would be perfect for applying PVC for small run projects.
I know there are others on the market but I really like the system. The german Festool videos do a great job demoing the Contouro.
Tim

 

[tjbnwi]

I've looked into sending a lot of the process "out", time constraints have not allowed it.

I've hit a major bottle neck in finish, ran out of racks. Solving the problem now. I'll post pictures of the solution latter.

I need to ask, will the Contouro handle wood edge banding????

Tom