When a ski or snowboard comes into the shop, it's a bit like when we go to the doctor...!
First, he checks our general condition, then he observes what's wrong, what happened to create a general picture.
In this case, we are the doctors: we check the general structure of the ski or snowboard, the condition of the base, the edges, and finally we propose an optimal solution for the customer.

Phase 1 - Tool cleaning
Cleaning consists of running the ski or snowboard through a machine to remove everything from the base and make it completely smooth again.
Consequently, with a flame gun, we melt very high-density polyethylene sticks, of the same material and colour, to close all holes and make the base uniform again.
This treatment is applied to all tools.

Phase 2 - Sanding
After the holes in the base have been closed, the ski/snowboard is left to rest so that the solvents adhere well to the base.
After about an hour, it is prepared to be passed through the belt machine, which sands the base and removes processing residues.
Once the base has become uniform, we pass it through the flattening machine one more time.

Phase 3 - Tuning and sidewalls
Depending on the type of ski, its condition and the customer's request, we work with two different machines.
First, with the belt machine, we remove all imperfections and damage that the tool has accumulated during use on the snow.
Still with the belt, we can continue to work on the ski, side edges and tuning, for its next use.
We also have the possibility of ceramic cup processing for high-end skis or for those with more demanding requests.

Phase 4 - Hand finishing
Now the hand work begins!
On the workbench, we dry, clean and check the ski as it has passed through machines that work with lubricated water and with 1.5% emulsifiers.
The next step is to check the phenol on the sides so that it is not too high to prevent the correct inclination of the squares or files to work the ski angle optimally.
Consequently, we begin with the various "DIAFACE" to polish the edges and the squares for the sides.
Angle at 88° Black and yellow Diaface.
Angle at 87° Red and white Diaface.
As a final step, we use the rubber to remove any curl or burr.
On the workbench there are about 10 files, each with its well-defined use, and about 15 diaface, 12 squares and many other tools.

Phase 5 - Waxing
Waxing is a bit like ironing clothes, calmly and carefully!
Joking aside, you really need an iron for skis & snowboards!
The iron will reach a temperature of 100°-130° to melt the wax block chosen according to the season!

- Yellow wax for warm snow (from 0°C to -5°C)
- Red wax for medium snow (from -5°C to -12°C)
- Blue wax for cold snow (from -12°C to -20°C)

Now we start to "iron"!
Then we slide the iron over the base, without stopping too long in a single spot, spreading all the wax with a uniform movement from tip to tail.
After waxing, we leave the tool to dry for a day or a night so that the wax adheres and penetrates deep into the base.
The next day, with a rigid spatula positioned at 45°, we remove all excess wax, with long and decisive strokes from tip to tail, also passing over the edges with an additional spatula.
Last step, with a very hard-bristled brush, we brush and clean the base, thus completing the ski or snowboard preparation process!!

OUR MACHINERY

The LM18 S - R50 Activ-Super - was designed to allow us operators a modern assistance service and to meet all the new processing needs of snowboarding and alpine skiing.
Equipped with dual belt speed, this sander allows for excellent roughing and finishing.
To complete its performance, the automatic feed at a speed that facilitates ski and snowboard processing and allows for unparalleled precision.
The Inline side edge sharpener with a snowboard roller also features adjustable inclination angles.

SHARPENING WITH ROTATING CERAMIC GRINDING WHEEL
“DISCMAN”
From the German company WINTERSTEIGER, the Discman is a convenient machine in every sense.
The instrument works with ceramic cups and is equipped with a regulation that allows you to set the preferred side edge inclination angle, which can be set in steps of 0.5° from 85° to 90°.
As a curiosity, the sanding revolutions are 16,000 U/min, the ceramic discs are Ø 35 mm and its weight is 1.6 Kg.

WINTERSTIGER - WAX JET
Hot waxing machine for skis and snowboards.
The short heating time allows the Waxjet to be quickly ready for use.
WINTERSTEIGER's roller technology promotes greater wax absorption through the base while ensuring minimum material consumption.
Your skis or snowboard will come out of the Waxjet like new!