The working up of the veneer logs depends on the following factors, which have to already be assessed in the round log form:
- Straightness
- Heart and tension cracking
- Visible faults (knots, pin-knots, decay)
- Dimension
- Color
- Texture
- Shape
To meet present day quality standards, a veneer surface as far as possible free of defects, uniformly colored and evenly textured shall be achieved. This means that many years of experience and knowledge of veneer are needed to ensure correct, optimal preparation.
There are various methods of slicing which give different surface effects to the veneer. Thorough and skillful assessment of the log with due consideration to the prospectively achievable quality and possible usage thus are the essential basis for the quality of the veneer achieved in its further processing.
After debarking, the veneer flitch is cut on the band saw depending on its preparatory indications; afterwards the single flitches are being cooked.
