Description
The properties and purposes of different kinds of veneers, such as raw, paper backed or reconstituted veneer.
Alternative labels
type of veneer
varieties of veneers
sorts of veneers
kinds of veneers
categories of veneers
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Types of veneers is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Veneer slicer operator: Veneer slicer operators slice lumber into thin sheets to be used as a cover for other materials, such as particle board or fibre board. Veneer slicers may use various machines to obtain different cuts of wood: a rotary lathe to produce cuts peripendicular to the growth rings, a slicing machine to create plank-like cuts, or a half-round lathe which gives the operator the freedom to make a selection of the most interesting cuts.
Veneer grader: Veneer graders inspect slices of veneer for quality. They look for irregularities, blemishes and production errors, and grade the slices for the desirability of the patterns.
Optional knowledge
Types of veneers is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Types of veneers – ESCO