The Doucet Laminated Beam Vertical Cold Press is purpose-built for the production of straight or preloaded curved Glulam beams, offering outstanding consistency and throughput. With modular expandability, automated staging, and precision hydraulic pressing, this vertical system is ideal for high-demand facilities looking to maximize production efficiency. Backed by Doucet’s legacy of rugged and customizable woodworking systems, this cold press evolves with your needs for future scalability.

Key Features & Benefits
Modular Pressing System Built for Scalability
• The system is expandable up to 60’ in length and supports both straight and curved beam production
• Modular vertical press design allows multiple units to be aligned side-by-side for increased throughput
• Designed with future growth in mind, offering flexible width and length configurations

• Consistent Alignment and Pressure for High-Quality Output
• Automatic side pressure bars ensure beam straightness and uniform adhesion throughout
• Hydraulic cylinders activate press pressure, delivering strong, consistent laminations
• Alignment is managed throughout the process, minimizing rejects and touch-ups

• Fully Automated Multi-Stage Operation Increases Productivity
• Five integrated stages: loading magazine, infeed shuttle, laminating press, discharge shuttle, and horizontal outfeed conveyor
• Boards are automatically fed, aligned, and pressed, reducing manual labor and improving cycle time
• Flexible design allows the system to feed in both directions, increasing layout versatility

• Intelligent Material Handling with Precision Control
• Magazine tilts for top-loading and features adjustable lateral guides for beam width control
• Vertical lift and shuttle transfer moves the stacked beam into pressing position efficiently
• Feed rollers or chains assist in driving material into the press for smooth and even loading