France-based DROUIN SAS has selected Raute’s Panel Repairing Line R7 for its production of poplar and okoume panels. The line will include Visual Analyzer R7 with AI-enhanced defect detection.

Maintaining consistent finished-panel quality is a key priority for DROUIN, placing significant demands on its repairing operations. Raute’s advanced technology addresses these requirements through automated visual analysis that identifies defects and assists operators in making informed repair decisions. By improving defect detection accuracy and guiding the repair process, the solution is designed to maintain panel quality while minimising unnecessary material loss and protecting the value of each panel.

A special feature of the solution is its ability to support repairs on panel surfaces with different colors. The color camera measures the color of the panel surface, enabling the system to select a matching repair compound for the individual panel.

The investment marks another application of Raute’s panel repairing technology in hardwood production and continues the long-standing cooperation between DROUIN and Raute.

Raute’s purpose is to be the partner to future proof the wood industry. With their unique solutions, they drive change and promote resource-efficient society. 

“Together with customers, we always find a fit to a specific need. We offer various R-Series that match different levels of capacity, budget, and know-how – always maximising the yield and profitability. We partner with our customers for lifetime to improve circular economy with modernizations, end-of-use alternatives, and digitalisation. With us, you can minimise waste and make the most of resources at all times. ” – Raute.

Source: raute.com