The resurgence of the timber windows market has led Boyland Joinery to invest about £100,000 in an SCM Windor 20 CNC machining centre and tooling.
The New Forest-based company, which makes bespoke products for large construction companies and builders, said the machine has reduced lead times, enabling it to become more competitive and challenge large window manufacturers on price.
Boyland commercial manager Cliff Thrumble said the Windor has improved consistency and cut assembly times, as joiners no longer have to make adjustments and corrections by hand.
Since the machine’s installation, Boyland has won a contract to supply and install all the windows for the new diagnostic unit at Winchester Hospital. Wooden windows were considered to be more environmentally-friendly, low maintenance and of more aesthetic value than plastic windows.
Boyland’s Windor features a cut-off saw and a 15hp tenoning stack with 370mm diameter tool capibility to enable processing of door components. The profiling section consists of three 320mm long tool stacks, each with a 10hp motor.
A 4hp glazing bead recovery unit is fitted to ensure maximum timber use.
Boyland’s work includes heritage and conservation commissions alongside its regular production of sliding sash, casement, tilt and turn windows, plus doors.
