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Our Beech Veneer Production Process

At Alesta UA, our beech veneer production process consists of six carefully planned stages designed to transfer the quality of raw material into the finished product. From the processing of European beech logs to final packaging, every step is carried out within our quality standards. 1. Conditioning — Steaming In the first stage of the production process, raw beech logs are conditioned in dedicated steaming pools. This process softens the internal structure of the log, preparing it for the rotary peeling stage. Proper steaming at the correct temperature and duration ensures that veneer sheets can be peeled smoothly and consistently without tearing. The conditioning time and temperature are adjusted according to the diameter and density of each log. 2. Cross Cutting Once conditioning is complete, the logs are cross cut to lengths suitable for the production line. The cross cutting process is carried out according to the capacity of the peeling machine and the target product dimensions. At this stage, each log is brought to workable dimensions to ensure efficient production. 3. Rotary Peeling The cross cut logs are placed in the peeling machine and rotated to produce thin continuous veneer sheets. The rotary peeling technique allows us to obtain wide-format beech veneer sheets with consistent thickness. At this stage, machine settings are precisely calibrated according to the target veneer thickness. 4. Drying The wet veneer sheets obtained through rotary peeling are passed through controlled drying tunnels. During the drying stage, moisture content is reduced to the optimal level in accordance with international standards. Correct moisture balance prevents deformation of beech veneer sheets during storage and use. 5. Sizing and Grading The dried veneer sheets are cut to the required dimensions. Each sheet then undergoes quality control, where it is assessed and graded for colour, grain, knots, cracks, and surface defects. This stage ensures that the beech veneer products delivered to our customers consistently meet quality standards. 6. Packaging The graded beech veneer sheets are packaged to protect against moisture, impact, and deformation during transport. During the packaging process, products are grouped and labelled according to customer requirements and export specifications. Our FSC certified products are marked in compliance with certification requirements and prepared for shipment.

Conditioning and Steaming

Conditioning and steaming is the first and most critical stage of beech veneer production, preparing the raw material for the rotary cutting process. At Alesta UA, beech logs are processed in dedicated steaming pools at specific temperatures and durations to soften their internal structure and reach optimum moisture balance.

Cross Cutting

Cross cutting is the second production stage in which beech logs are cut to the correct lengths for the rotary peeling machine after the conditioning process. At Alesta UA, the cross cutting process is carried out taking into account both machine capacity and target veneer dimensions, with each log processed with precision.

Rotary Peeling

Rotary peeling is the most technically critical stage of beech veneer production. At Alesta UA, cross cut beech logs are placed in the peeling machine and rotated using the rotary peeling method to produce thin continuous veneer sheets. This method allows wide-format, consistent-thickness veneer sheets to be obtained efficiently.

Drying

Drying is the fourth production stage in which wet beech veneer sheets are passed through controlled drying tunnels after the peeling process. At Alesta UA, veneer sheet drying is precisely managed until the sheets reach moisture content compliant with international standards. Correct moisture balance prevents deformation of the sheets during storage and use.

Sizing and Grading

Sizing and grading is the fifth production stage in which beech veneer sheets are cut to target dimensions and classified according to quality criteria after the drying process. At Alesta UA, each sheet is carefully assessed for colour, grain, knots, cracks, and surface defects and placed in the correct quality grade before being delivered to the customer.

Packaging

Packaging is the final and completing stage of the beech veneer production process. At Alesta UA, veneer sheets that have gone through sizing and grading are carefully packaged to protect against moisture, impact, and deformation during transport. Our FSC certified products are marked in compliance with certification requirements and prepared for shipment to Türkiye and European markets.