Thread: vertical panel saws

New here. First post.
We are looking to add a vertical panel saw to our shop. We already have an Altendorf slider and regular table saw. From all that I have read, Striebeg is the gold standard of these. What are your thoughts on the Holzher, Hendrick, and Felder Format 4 offerings in comparison? Thanks for any info and insight you can offer.

I forget how long ago it was but I paid $25,000.00 for a top of the line, 30 years ago? Digital readouts and power fed. I was able to get it in 3 months because somebody canceled their order. I set it up next to my Altendorf and sometimes a single operator would make a first and second cut on the Striebig and finish on the Altendorf. Or an operator on each. Cutting cell.
I used it in production for 10 years and just needed more capacity. Bought a rear loading Holzma beam saw. I sold the Striebig for $25,000.00. Pretty sure it is still in use today. Also look at Putch Maconi (spelling)