Fig. 3191.
The table t slides on vertical ways on the main frame, being adjusted for height by the hand wheel w.
The work while fed over table t is pressed against the vertical face a by the four springs shown, whose pins swing to suit the width of the work.
The two feed rolls are made up in sections or discs and the pressure bar is pivoted and has the weight shown to adjust its pressure to suit the work, and is combined with the bonnet whose shape throws the shavings outwards from the side of the machine. The particular machine here shown is constructed substantially enough to permit of its being used for light planing or work not exceeding 6 inches in width, a head with planing knives being shown in place on the machine. In a machine of this kind it is essential that the cutter head spindle and its bearings be rigid, and with ample journal bearings and free lubrication to prevent wear, and for these reasons the arbor is of steel running in self-oiling bearings of large diameter. The arbor frame is capable of lateral movement to enable an accurate adjustment of the cutters to the work.
The term sticker, as applied to a machine of this class, means that it is suitable for light work such as window sash and door stiles, blind slats, etc., etc.
Fig. 3192.
[Fig. 3192] represents a machine termed by its manufactures (the Egan Company) a “double head panel raiser and double sticker combined.” The term panel raiser means that the edges of the work may be dressed down so as to leave a raised panel. To fit the machine for such work the bed or table t is made wide.