Planing mill - Hirschbach

For over 116 years, we at Hirschbach have stood for quality, nature conservation and responsible production in the field of wood processing. With a dedicated team of 75 employees and the most modern planing mill in Germany, we focus on tradition, innovation and sustainability. Find out more about our high-quality wood products and our contribution to environmental protection.

What is a planing mill?

A planing mill is a production facility that specializes in the manufacture of planed wood products. Here, planed wood products such as boards, beams, profiled timber and other wood formats are produced by processing pieces of wood using planing machines. These machines smooth and shape the wood until the desired dimensions and surface structures are achieved. Planing mills are an integral part of the woodworking industry, as they supply high-quality wood products for various applications, from construction to facade and flooring production.

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Planed goods defined

Planed products are wood products, such as profiled timber, that have been processed by planing. These products are typically used for various construction and craft projects and can come in different shapes and sizes depending on the requirements of the project. Basically, planing is a fundamental process in woodworking where wood surfaces are smoothened and brought to precise dimensions. The way a planer works is quite simple: the workpiece is guided along a flat surface while a rotating cutting blade - the plane - removes wood chips to create a flat and smooth or profiled surface. Depending on requirements, different plane irons can be used to carve differently profiled surfaces and patterns into the wood.

There are different types of planers, including hand planers and electric planers. Hand planers are manually guided over the wood and require a certain amount of skill and strength from the operator to achieve consistent results. Electric planers, on the other hand, use a motor to drive the planing blade, which speeds up the process considerably.

The most important properties of planed products are

  • Smooth surface
  • Precise dimensions
  • Suitable for a wide range of applications
  • High quality and durability
  • Aesthetically pleasing appearance

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Slats / cross frame

We manufacture slats and cross frames for a wide range of applications with a high load-bearing capacity.

Glued laminated timber slats

Our products are used in load-bearing constructions and where a high load-bearing capacity is required.

Planing mill wood from Hirschbach - our range

We process a variety of high-quality wood products in our planing mill, specifically for the needs of our customers. These are some of the most popular products from our range:

  • Boards: A large number of boards are produced from the main and side boards cut at the Hirschbach sawmill. These are further processed in our planing mill and thus smoothed, planed or profiled and finished. Boards are versatile and can be used in numerous construction projects. They are available from us in fir, Douglas fir, larch and spruce.
  • Floorboards / planks: Our solid wood planks and boards are precisely planed and can be manufactured in standard dimensions or according to individual measurements. They are ideal for flooring, decking and other timber constructions. Planing gives them an attractive surface that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional.
  • Glued laminated timber slats: These slats are used for load-bearing constructions where a high load-bearing capacity is required.
  • Wood shavings: We also offer wood shavings as a by-product of our planing processes. These are made from high-quality wood and are ideal as bedding for animal stables, as a material for composting or as an ecological packaging material. Our wood shavings are clean and dry and meet the highest requirements in agriculture, horticulture and other areas.

Planed timber KVH industry and other applications

At our family-run company in Sulzbach-Laufen, we have always focused on quality, nature conservation and responsible production. With a team of 75 dedicated employees, we manufacture high-quality timber products, including planed goods, slats, frames, squared timber, boards and more. As a customer-oriented company, we place particular emphasis on fast and environmentally friendly deliveries. Our local round timber ensures 100 % added value, as it comes exclusively from sustainably managed forests in the region.

Thanks to state-of-the-art technologies, our production is particularly efficient and environmentally friendly; after all, "sustainable" is not a buzzword for us, but part of our corporate philosophy. For example, the modernization of our sawmill and the introduction of our biomass power plant in June 2020 exactly reflect our commitment to environmental protection and efficiency. In our planing mill, we produce high-quality, efficient and climate-friendly products. Be it for the wood processing industry, timber imports, the timber trade or the pulp industry.

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Your partner for high-quality planed goods - Hobelwerk Hirschbach

Whether sawn timber or more: at Hirschbach, we focus on quality, sustainability and state-of-the-art technology, as this is the only way we can consistently offer you first-class planed goods. We process high-quality wood with the utmost care and precision so that each of our products meets the highest standards. What sets us apart: with a clear focus on environmental friendliness and efficiency, we ensure that our products are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also durable and versatile. We also offer other quality wood products, such as dry frames and cross-logs, which can be used both indoors and in the garden.

Are you interested? You can find a list of our current stocks on our website. See the quality of our wood products for yourself - contact us today to find out more about our product range and realize your next project with us!

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

A planing mill is a facility for the industrial production of planed wood products. The wood is processed through various steps such as sawing, planing and sanding, which ensures a particularly smooth and precise surface. First, the raw wood is cut to the desired dimensions and then transported to the planing mill. There it passes through a series of planing machines that process the wood step by step until the desired quality is achieved, for example for doors.

Planed wood refers to wood products that have been manufactured using the planing process. The wood is planed to achieve a smooth and even surface and precise dimensions. Planed products, such as garden boards, solid wood panels, wood-based materials or doors, are often used for construction and craft projects as they offer an attractive appearance and good workability.

A planing mill is a production facility in which wood is processed by planing to produce planed goods. It consists of various machines and systems that cut, plane and shape wood to produce the desired products. A planing mill can be operated both manually and automatically, depending on the requirements and scope of production.

The cost of planing wood depends on various factors, including the type of wood, the desired surface quality and the amount of material to be planed. Additional costs may be incurred for special processing or special requirements. Our experts will be happy to advise you on the costs for your individual project.

Hirschbach GmbH serves various customer groups and is an important supplier for:

KVH industry | glulam industry | prefabricated house industry | classic timber wholesale | packaging industry | pulp industry | wood-based materials industry | pellet industry | biomass cogeneration plants

Planing mill - Hirschbach

For over 116 years, we at Hirschbach have stood for quality, nature conservation and responsible production in the field of wood processing. With a dedicated team of 75 employees and the most modern planing mill in Germany, we focus on tradition, innovation and sustainability. Find out more about our high-quality wood products and our contribution to environmental protection.

What is a planing mill?

A planing mill is a production facility that specializes in the manufacture of planed wood products. Here, planed wood products such as boards, beams, profiled timber and other wood formats are produced by processing pieces of wood using planing machines. These machines smooth and shape the wood until the desired dimensions and surface structures are achieved. Planing mills are an integral part of the woodworking industry, as they supply high-quality wood products for various applications, from construction to facade and flooring production.

Planed goods defined

Planed products are wood products, such as profiled timber, that have been processed by planing. These products are typically used for various construction and craft projects and can come in different shapes and sizes depending on the requirements of the project. Basically, planing is a fundamental process in woodworking where wood surfaces are smoothened and brought to precise dimensions. The way a planer works is quite simple: the workpiece is guided along a flat surface while a rotating cutting blade - the plane - removes wood chips to create a flat and smooth or profiled surface. Depending on requirements, different plane irons can be used to carve differently profiled surfaces and patterns into the wood.

There are different types of planers, including hand planers and electric planers. Hand planers are manually guided over the wood and require a certain amount of skill and strength from the operator to achieve consistent results. Electric planers, on the other hand, use a motor to drive the planing blade, which speeds up the process considerably.

The most important properties of planed products are

  • Smooth surface
  • Precise dimensions
  • Suitable for a wide range of applications
  • High quality and durability
  • Aesthetically pleasing appearance

Planing mill wood from Hirschbach - our range

We process a variety of high-quality wood products in our planing mill, specifically for the needs of our customers. These are some of the most popular products from our range:

  • Boards: A large number of boards are produced from the main and side boards cut at the Hirschbach sawmill. These are further processed in our planing mill and thus smoothed, planed or profiled and finished. Boards are versatile and can be used in numerous construction projects. They are available from us in fir, Douglas fir, larch and spruce.
  • Floorboards / planks: Our solid wood planks and boards are precisely planed and can be manufactured in standard dimensions or according to individual measurements. They are ideal for flooring, decking and other timber constructions. Planing gives them an attractive surface that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional.
  • Glued laminated timber slats: These slats are used for load-bearing constructions where a high load-bearing capacity is required.
  • Wood shavings: We also offer wood shavings as a by-product of our planing processes. These are made from high-quality wood and are ideal as bedding for animal stables, as a material for composting or as an ecological packaging material. Our wood shavings are clean and dry and meet the highest requirements in agriculture, horticulture and other areas.

Request a quote

Planed timber KVH industry and other applications

At our family-run company in Sulzbach-Laufen, we have always focused on quality, nature conservation and responsible production. With a team of 75 dedicated employees, we manufacture high-quality timber products, including planed goods, slats, frames, squared timber, boards and more. As a customer-oriented company, we place particular emphasis on fast and environmentally friendly deliveries. Our local round timber ensures 100 % added value, as it comes exclusively from sustainably managed forests in the region.

Thanks to state-of-the-art technologies, our production is particularly efficient and environmentally friendly; after all, "sustainable" is not a buzzword for us, but part of our corporate philosophy. For example, the modernization of our sawmill and the introduction of our biomass power plant in June 2020 exactly reflect our commitment to environmental protection and efficiency. In our planing mill, we produce high-quality, efficient and climate-friendly products. Be it for the wood processing industry, timber imports, the timber trade or the pulp industry.

Your partner for high-quality planed goods - Hobelwerk Hirschbach

Whether sawn timber or more: at Hirschbach, we focus on quality, sustainability and state-of-the-art technology, as this is the only way we can consistently offer you first-class planed goods. We process high-quality wood with the utmost care and precision so that each of our products meets the highest standards. What sets us apart: with a clear focus on environmental friendliness and efficiency, we ensure that our products are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also durable and versatile. We also offer other quality wood products, such as dry frames and cross-logs, which can be used both indoors and in the garden.

Are you interested? You can find a list of our current stocks on our website. See the quality of our wood products for yourself - contact us today to find out more about our product range and realize your next project with us!

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

A planing mill is a facility for the industrial production of planed wood products. The wood is processed through various steps such as sawing, planing and sanding, which ensures a particularly smooth and precise surface. First, the raw wood is cut to the desired dimensions and then transported to the planing mill. There it passes through a series of planing machines that process the wood step by step until the desired quality is achieved, for example for doors.

Planed wood refers to wood products that have been manufactured using the planing process. The wood is planed to achieve a smooth and even surface and precise dimensions. Planed products, such as garden boards, solid wood panels, wood-based materials or doors, are often used for construction and craft projects as they offer an attractive appearance and good workability.

A planing mill is a production facility in which wood is processed by planing to produce planed goods. It consists of various machines and systems that cut, plane and shape wood to produce the desired products. A planing mill can be operated both manually and automatically, depending on the requirements and scope of production.

The cost of planing wood depends on various factors, including the type of wood, the desired surface quality and the amount of material to be planed. Additional costs may be incurred for special processing or special requirements. Our experts will be happy to advise you on the costs for your individual project.

Hirschbach GmbH serves various customer groups and is an important supplier for:

KVH industry | glulam industry | prefabricated house industry | classic timber wholesale | packaging industry | pulp industry | wood-based materials industry | pellet industry | biomass cogeneration plants

Our current stock list

Stock list as PDF file for download

Certifications

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Our current stock list

Stock list as PDF file for download

Certifications