Cantek EM-12 End Matcher Continuous through feed end matcher producing tongue and groove on flooring & paneling. The Cantek EM12 End Matcher is specially designed for machining tongue and groove (with or without bevels) on hardwood flooring and wall/ceiling paneling up to 12” wide. Its compact design with continuous through feed system allows for maximum output in a small space. Equipped with a user-friendly touch screen interface allow for simple operation with excellent performance and error diagnostics. The dual counter-rotating cutterheads produce both the tongue and groove simultaneously ensuring a perfect match. The anti-tear-out blocks and counter rotation of the heads ensure optimum cut quality without chipping or blowout. The insert style segmented cutterheads can be adjusted according to your desired tongue / groove thickness and can perform a micro-bevel or not. The variable speed infeed conveyor, variable feed speed, and variable cross-cutting speed allow the operator full control according to the type and size of material being run. The innovative clamps allow for simultaneous top and side clamping to ensure pieces are perfectly square for consistent end matching results. For added productivity the EM12 End Matcher can be installed in-line with our CFS100 Automatic Defect Cutoff Chop Saw to perform defecting and end matching in a single line. This greatly reduces the handling while increasing output with defect free flooring or paneling. Why Cantek EM12 End Matcher? Capable of processing end matching on flooring or paneling up to 12” wide x 1.38” thick Through-feed system allows the tongue and groove to be cut simultaneously on the tail of one board and the leading edge of the next board Powerful dual 10HP cutterhead motors allow for maximum cutting rate no matter the width, thickness, or species of the wood Stackable insert knife cutterheads allow for perfect matching of tongue and groove thickness Variable cross-cutting feed speed and anti-tear-out blocks produce optimum finish quality on tongue and groove Minimal floor space required with through feed design User friendly PLC control touch screen can keep track of total linear feet cut as well as piece count Production capacity of 77 lineal feet per minute based on average of 6.5’ board Key Advantages Variable speed through-feed system is controlled by frequency inverter Powered top urethane rolls and spring-loaded bed rollers feed the material into position for processing Pneumatic side pressure system ensures the material is held square against the fence Capable of processing material as short as 12” to an unlimited length Cutterheads are stacked and fully adjustable with replaceable and rotatable insert knives Cutterheads are equipped with removable micro bevel insert cutter section for bevel or square flooring / paneling 118” powered infeed table with angled rolls ensure material is fed up against the infeed fence 87” outfeed slide table allows board to slide out of the way while the next board comes through to be processed resulting in continuous production Chrome table ensures maximum wear resistance Complete safety and noise reduction enclosure Added feature of inverter-controlled infeed conveyor allows you to slow the infeed speed when dealing with heavy boards Specifications CAPACITY Width 1.6″~12″ Thickness 0.4″~1.38″ Min. Length 12” Max. Length Unlimited FEED Feed Speed – max. 295 FPM Cutting Speed – approx. throughput 77 FPM (Based on 6.5′ board) Powered Infeed Table – Std. 173″ (14.4’) long – longer optional Outfeed Table – Std. 86.6” (7.2’) long – longer optional MOTORS Cutterheads 10Hp x 2 Feed System 1 Hp Cutter Drive 1/2 Hp ELECTRICAL Power 230, 460 or 575/3/60 Control Voltage 24 VDC Connected Load 21.5HP Full load amperage (FLA) 230/3/60 – 50.4 Amps 460/3/60 – 25.20 Amps CLAMPING Clamping Top & Side OTHER DATA Spindle Dia. 40mm Dust Collection Outlet 6” diameter Compressed Air Requirements 85PSI – approx. 12 CFM Machine Dimensions (LxWxH) 91” x 51.5″ x 63″ Machine Weight 2530 lbs. Downloads Brochure Manual FAQs How long has Cantek been around?Cantek America was established in 1985, and has progressively grown throughout North America each year since then Where are Cantek Machines made?Cantek Machines are made in reputable factories in Taiwan. They are made to meet the highest quality standards in North America. What kind of Service does Cantek provide?We sell our machines through reputable dealers who have in-house service technicians. We also have a vast supply of parts and knowledgeable staff to answer questions. Are the machines in stock?We stock a complete range of machines for solid wood as you can see on this site. Where can you get parts for these machines?The switches are telemacanique/squareD, which are available locally across North America, also available are the standard v-belts and Camozzi air components. If you have any trouble, please call our office for assistance. About Cantek Machinery Since 1985, Cantek has been a leading supplier of solid wood & panel processing machinery for the North American market. Cantek woodworking equipment is built to exacting North American standards by the most reputable factories in Taiwan. This gives the customer the best of both worlds. American design quality and excellent overall dollar value, it’s what Cantek is all about. We sell our machines through reputable dealers who have in-house service technicians. Cantek also has a vast supply of parts and knowledgeable staff to answer your questions. We stock a wide range of equipment for both solid wood & panel processing for both custom and production shops. At Cantek, we offer in-house financing which allows you the ability to purchase your production equipment allowing it to pay for itself. Knowledgeable Sales StaffOur team of account representatives will visit you personally and ensure that you invest in the right solution to your manufacturing challenges. With their broad knowledge base in a wide range of applications and machinery, they can guide you through the various processes from equipment selection, installation, and after-sales support. After Sales ServiceOur service staff ensures that your investment keeps running to maximize the efficiency of your manufacturing process. Some of the services we offer are equipment installation & training, applications training, after-sales technical support, and scheduled periodic machinery maintenance on request. Technical SupportWith a large network of service staff located across the country, we have a vast knowledge base to draw from. Many of the issues which can arise whether it be electrical, mechanical, or applications based can be solved over the phone. Our service professionals will walk through your issue and work to resolve it. If it cannot be resolved over the phone we can send a technician to your facility to make it right. Spare PartsOur group of inside sales professionals are there to assist you with your requirements for spare parts. We carry a large inventory of spare parts and this inventory is consistently evaluated to ensure that we have the right parts for your machine. In addition to providing you with spare parts support, out team can provide you with consumable products including blades, belts, wheels, etc for your machine.
