Centex Automation Service

05/29/2026

Most CNC nesting routers can cut cabinet parts.

The FORMAT4 profit H150 goes further.

This is a 5-axis CNC nesting machine built for cabinet shops, architectural millwork firms, furniture manufacturers, and panel processors that need more than basic 3-axis cutting. With full 5-axis capability, the profit H150 can handle angled cuts, compound miters, grooves, drilling, shaping, and complex joinery in a single nested workflow.

That means fewer secondary operations, less part handling, better material yield, and a cleaner path toward true woodworking automation.

In our latest blog, we break down:

✅ Why 5-axis nesting changes cabinet and millwork production
✅ How nested-based manufacturing improves sheet utilization
✅ Where the FORMAT4 profit H150 fits vs. traditional 3-axis CNC routers
✅ Why F4®Solutions software matters for Industry 4.0 woodworking
✅ How shops can reduce labor dependency and improve throughput



Read the full guide here:

The FORMAT4 profit H150 is a 5-axis CNC nesting machining centre that completes drilling, routing, grooving, and angled joinery in a single operation. This guide covers its key specifications, ideal applications, automation capabilities, and ROI potential for cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers,....

05/29/2026

Buying a CNC router is not just about spindle specs, axis speed, or tool changer size.

You are choosing a production architecture.

Our latest blog compares flat-table nesting CNC against pod-and-rail point-to-point CNC for cabinet shops and panel processors. The article looks at the Anderson America Selexx and Format4 profit H200R through the lens that matters most: throughput per shift.

If your shop is running cabinet parts, nested panels, mixed SKUs, or high sheet volume, this guide will help clarify which CNC workflow actually fits your production needs.

Read the full comparison here:
https://www.centexautomation.net/blogs/news/nesting-vs-point-to-point-cnc-panel

Choosing between a nesting CNC router and a point-to-point CNC for panel processing is a workflow architecture decision, not just a spec comparison. This guide breaks down the Anderson America Selexx versus the Format4 profit H200R to help cabinet shops and panel manufacturers identify which platfor...

05/29/2026

Texas cabinet shops no longer have to wait on out-of-state distributors for the Lamello Zeta P2.

Centex Automation is now an authorized local stocking Lamello dealer with the Zeta P2 corded and cordless models in stock at our Texas locations in Central Texas.

That means you can:

✅ See the tool in person
✅ Compare corded vs. cordless
✅ Get a hands-on demo
✅ Talk through your material mix and connector needs
✅ Pick up locally without waiting on shipping

Read the full blog here:
https://www.centexautomation.net/blogs/news/lamello-zeta-p2-texas-dealer

Centex Automation is now an authorized Lamello dealer with the Zeta P2 in stock at its Texas locations, giving cabinet shops and millwork firms local access to hands-on demos, technical consultation, and same-day pickup on the fastest invisible joint system available.

05/29/2026

Most woodworking shops do not have a machinery problem first. They have a flow problem.

Our latest blog breaks down lean manufacturing for woodworking shops in practical terms: how to reduce wasted motion, cut down work-in-progress, organize high-use consumables, and improve throughput before investing in more equipment.

The guide focuses on two of the easiest places to start:

✅ 5S for shop organization
✅ Kanban for consumables and inventory control
✅ Bottleneck protection for CNC routers, edgebanders, and assembly
✅ A realistic 3-phase lean roadmap for cabinet and millwork shops

Read the full starter guide here:

A practical starter guide to lean manufacturing for woodworking shops, covering 5S and Kanban implementation with real-world case studies, industry benchmarks, and a phased roadmap to reduce waste and improve throughput.

05/29/2026

Not every shop needs the same edgebander.

The Felder G-363-R is a smart modular entry point.
The Felder G-383 adds standard corner rounding for shops ready to scale.
The Felder G-580 Classic is built for higher-volume production with premilling, infrared pre-heat, and a larger glue pot.

We put all three side by side so cabinet shops can make a cleaner buying decision before investing in new machinery.

Read the blog:

A detailed comparison of three Felder Group edgebanders — the G-363-R, G-383, and G-580 Classic — covering specifications, key features, and buyer decision criteria for cabinet shops and woodworking operations.

05/29/2026

Trying to decide between the Felder G-363-R, G-383, and G-580 Classic edgebanders?

We broke down the key differences in one side-by-side comparison, including:

✅ Corner rounding
✅ Premilling
✅ EVA vs. PUR glue compatibility
✅ Feed rate
✅ Glue pot capacity
✅ Best fit by shop size and production volume

Whether you run a growing cabinet shop or a higher-volume kitchen/millwork operation, this guide will help you choose the right Felder edgebander for your workflow.



Read the full comparison in comment section here:

A detailed comparison of three Felder Group edgebanders — the G-363-R, G-383, and G-580 Classic — covering specifications, key features, and buyer decision criteria for cabinet shops and woodworking operations.

05/22/2026

Complex woodworking projects require more than standard CNC routing.

The FORMAT4 profit H150 delivers true 5-axis nested-based CNC machining capability for manufacturers producing:
✔ Custom furniture
✔ Architectural millwork
✔ Curved components
✔ Advanced joinery
✔ High-end cabinetry

If your shop is exploring advanced CNC automation, this comparison article explains how the H150 stacks up against the FORMAT4 H100 and H80I.

Read more here:LINK IN COMMENT BELOW

A detailed comparison of the FORMAT4 profit H80I, H100, and H150 nesting CNC machines, helping cabinet shops, millwork firms, and furniture manufacturers match the right model to their production complexity and growth trajectory.

05/22/2026

Thinking about upgrading your CNC production workflow?

We just published a full comparison of three advanced FORMAT4 nested-based CNC machining centers from Felder Group USA:
✔ FORMAT4 profit H150
✔ FORMAT4 profit H100
✔ FORMAT4 profit H80I

If your shop is looking to:
• Increase production speed
• Reduce labor bottlenecks
• Improve material yield
• Modernize cabinet production
• Add automation capability

this guide breaks down which CNC solution may fit your operation best.

Read the full article here: LINK IN COMMENTS

A detailed comparison of the FORMAT4 profit H80I, H100, and H150 nesting CNC machines, helping cabinet shops, millwork firms, and furniture manufacturers match the right model to their production complexity and growth trajectory.

05/07/2026

Another Centex Automation Service success story! For more information about this great edgebander, follow the link below-

05/02/2026

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