Commercial Steam Benders?

[I like Ply]

bendy ply
https://plydirect.co.uk/product/fle...MIiLzu06rjgwMVJ6ODBx3k8wIbEAQYByABEgJCdvD_BwEI seem to remember another product, we used it in college. I think(dont quote me) that that was flexible in long or cross grain orientation. Depending on the project you would specify one or the other. That was thinner than the 5 or 8mm in the link above. Cant remember exactly, but maybe 2 or 3mm.

Example of use would be in a former, X number of sheets to the required thickness, then a final standard thickness 0.6mm veneer sheet as a final finished surface. So if you wanted to do something like an Eames chair, you use the bendy for the core material, then a rosewood(or whatever) front and back layer to create the shells.

Annoyingly no info on the minimum bend radii (how tight a bend they can withstand)

 

[Inspector]

They will be similar to this product.

https://www.columbiaforestproducts.com/product/columbia-radius-bending-plywood/
Pete

 

[Paul Kitchen]

Hello all,

I am a woodworker specialising in furniture and architectural design (a one man situtation). Up until now I have steam bent my own parts but I am now trying to get more components of my designs outsourced so I use my time more effectively. I understand the faff of setting this up to get consistent results so I know it would be expensive to get someone similar to myself to do it, but I'm wondering if there is anyone who just does steam bending?

Does anyone know of a company or workshop that provides steam bending as a service?

I'm based in London / South West but any recommendation would be appreciated.

Many thanks

Hi, if you did not find a solution to this I may be able to help. We specialise in steam bending (based in Cornwall )and would be happy to take a look at your requirements. If you would like to have a look at some of our previous work, please visit kamasow.com or drop me a message on here.

Thanks, Paul