Used Hebrock Akv-83 for sale (1,933)

Condition: ready for operation (used), Year of construction: 2004, Brand: Hebrock Model: AKV 83 F Year of manufacture: 2004 Machine no: 10759 Technical data: Workpiece thickness: from 10 - 50 mm Feed speed: 3 - 4 m/min Electrical connection: 220/380 Volt, 50 Hz. Power: 3 KW Dimensions: 1750 x 800 x 1250 mm (complete) Weight: approx. 95 kg. Heating: 3 KW, with stepless electronic temperature control, 0 - 650 degrees C Motor: 3.5 kW Stock no: 2002311BXA Guodpfx Asu Racxsk Ueb

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1994, for pre-coated edges including a lot of edge material with outriggers on both sides end cap station 3-roller feed used, good condition Make Hebrock Type AKV-83 Year of construction 1994 Edge band thickness 1.0 mm Workpiece height max. 50 mm Workpiece width min. 50 mm Workpiece length min. 170 mm Gedpfx Aevwfzvok Uoub Space requirement approx. 1700 mm x 690 mm x 500 mm Storage location 97447 Gerolzhofen, freely loaded, unpacked Handover in the current condition as seen, without guarantee and guarantee

Condition: excellent (used), Catalogue number: 7983 TECHNICAL DATA Equipment: Gedpfoy Id Nljx Ak Usub - Disc - Pre-milling unit - Tape feeder - Guillotine - Glue tank (granulate) - 4 pressure rollers (1 rubber, 3 metal) - End trimming unit with saw blades front/rear - 2 edge milling units, top/bottom with radius cutters - 2 scrapers for removing excess glue, radius, top/bottom - Corner rounding unit - Straight scraper, top/bottom - 2 polishers - Max feed speed: 10 m/min - Min workpiece length: 260 mm - Min workpiece width: 90 mm - Workpiece thickness: 10–60 mm - Edge banding tape thickness: 0.5–3 mm - Pull-out workpiece support from the table - Total power: 12.3 kW - Extraction nozzle diameter: 140 mm - Dimensions (LxWxH): 5000x1520x1600 mm - Weight: 1295 kg ADVANTAGES - Not repainted / original paint - Pre-milling, corner rounding - Control panel with quick selection of pre-set work programs - German made - Full technical documentation (DTR) - Machine after service (inspection date: 17.10.2025, next inspection: 17.10.2026) - Very good condition - Used edgebander Net price: 38,900 PLN Net price: 9,260 EUR (based on exchange rate 4.2 EUR) (Prices may vary depending on exchange rate fluctuations)

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2018, Edge banding machine AKV 3006 DK - F with jointing unit, including DIA tools • Jointing capacity up to 40 mm • Workpiece thickness up to 3 mm • Combination milling station, radius R 2.5 mm Technical Description: - Hot melt adhesive application to the workpiece for edge materials up to 3 mm - Workpiece thickness up to 60 mm without jointing unit, up to 40 mm with jointing unit - Maintenance-free, coated gluepot - HF end-trimming unit (16,000 rpm) for front and rear edge overhang - HF milling station (16,000 rpm) with replaceable cutter heads (combination version) and fine adjustment from the operator side - Free spaces for additional processing units (Hebrock system) - Feed speed approx. 10 m/min - Cutting depth adjustment of the end-trimming saw - Signal lamp for workpiece flow - Robust chain feed - Ergonomically arranged control panel - Double roller upper pressure beam - Aggregate windows on machine rear and operator side - PLC control with touchscreen included Technical Data: - Feed rate: 10 m/min - Panel thickness: 8 – 40 mm - Weight: approx. 1550 kg (depending on configuration) - Dimensions (L x W x H): 5250 x 1445 x 1600 mm Airtronic incl. cooling and antistatic spray system (2014) • 1 pc hot air unit for visual zero joint using special edge materials • Including pneumatic gluepot positioning • Including cooling and antistatic spray system • Including 2 additional quick-change edge channels • Including special version corner rounding unit; max. workpiece thickness 60 mm, min. length 200 mm - Exclusively for Hebrock 3000 series edgebanders - Retrofitting possible at extra cost upon request Technical Data (special unit): - Max. panel thickness: 40 mm - Edge thickness: 1.2 – 2.0 mm - Feed speed: 7 – 10 m/min - Air consumption: approx. 280 – 580 l/min (only Airtronic), electronically controlled - Ready for operation after approx. 2 min Upgrade to 8 mm edge thickness possible; max. workpiece thickness 40 mm • Including pneumatic saw adjustment (special version, min. workpiece thickness 8 mm) • 3-point pneumatic milling shift • Selector for radius/chamfer/flush for combination milling stations, eliminating manual changeover (PLC control required) Buffing station (swab): 1 pc Corner rounding unit: 1 pc incl. combination tooling and pneumatic radius/chamfer adjustment, max. 40 mm workpiece thickness, min. 300 mm workpiece length, Radius R 2.0 mm Radius scraper: 1 pc with pneumatic lift, Radius R 2.0 mm Flat scraper: 1 pc with pneumatic actuation Complete chassis: 1 pc Glue station quick-change system incl. glue discharge system (downward outlet in preparation), 1 pc (no second gluepot), machine can process PU adhesive Godpfx Aex S Hmzjk Usub Grooving unit (vertical for panel): 1 pc incl. pneumatic lift, vertical groove, groove width 8.2 mm, groove depth 8.0 mm, distance from panel edge 14.0 mm; special motor version with higher performance Extraction for internal jointing unit: 1 pc connected to machine's extraction manifold Corner rounding cutter ball bearings: 24.1 mm (1 pc), 24.2 mm (1 pc) Edge protection spray system: 1 pc for sensitive edge materials Combined spray system (separating and cleaning agent): 1 pc Location: Supplier stock

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2000, total height: 1,600 mm, total length: 4,300 mm, total width: 840 mm, Colour: Grey - Year: 2000 - Documentation available: No Gjdpfx Asykafask Ujub - CE certificate present: No - Serial number: 404 - Number of units [pcs]: 6 - └ 1st unit type: Glue unit - - Tools available: Yes - └ 2nd unit type: Pressure rollers - └ 3rd unit type: Cap unit - - Tools available: Yes - └ 4th unit type: Corner rounding unit - - Tools available: Yes - └ 5th unit type: Radius scraping unit - - Tools available: Yes - └ 6th unit type: Brushing unit - - Tools available: Yes - Glue system: Glue pot - Voltage [V]: 400 - Current consumption [A]: 15.8 - Power [kW]: 10.2 - Transport dimensions: 4300mm x 840mm x 1600mm (l x w x h) - Transport packages [pcs.]: 1 Financial information VAT: The price shown is exclusive of VAT VAT/margin: VAT deductible for entrepreneurs Delivery and trade-in always possible for everything in the industrial sectors Yorick Diebels

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2012, total height: 1,600 mm, total length: 5,250 mm, total width: 1,440 mm, Edgebander HEBROCK AKV 3006 DK FS Gedewnhb Sspfx Ak Uoub maximum edge thickness 3/8 mm min/max. workpiece thickness 10/40 mm min. workpiece length approximately 200 mm min. workpiece width approx. 80 mm feed speed about 10 m/Min. ready in about 6 minutes. maximum power consumption 12 kW electrical connection 400 V / 3 Ph / 50 Hz Pre-mill Glue unit Pressure roller Chopping saw Milling unit Milling unit Corner rounder Radius scraper Flat scraper Cleaning unit Dimensions (length x width x height) 5250x1445x1600 mm, weight 1550kg - Year: 2012 - Documentation available: No - CE certificate present: No - Transport dimensions: 5250mm x 1445mm x 1600mm (l x w x h) Financial information VAT: The price shown is exclusive of VAT VAT/margin: VAT deductible for entrepreneurs Delivery and trade-in always possible for everything in the industrial sectors Yorick Diebels

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 2012, machine/vehicle number: 2418, functionality: fully functional, Availability: Mid-July 2026 The machine can be inspected and demonstrated at the customer's site. Last major inspection by "HEBROCK" in 8/2024 - Machine equipped with Pro-Face Panel touch control - Glue application via glue roller and granulate container - Quick-heating glue pot - 2 additional glue stations - Coil material 0.4 - 3 mm incl. automatic coil separation - Strip material max. 8 mm - Minimum workpiece width: 90 mm - Minimum workpiece thickness: 10 mm - Minimum workpiece length: 220 mm - Feed rate: 10 m/min - Jointing unit (counter-/co-rotation) with 2 DIA tools - Pressure unit with 4 pressure rollers - End trimming unit 0.37 kW, 15,000 rpm - Flush/chamfer/radius milling unit 2 x 0.37 kW, 15,000 rpm - Radius scraper unit Guedpfxjy N U S Ho Ak Ueb - Corner rounding unit - Surface scraper unit - Buffing unit - "RIEPE" release agent spray unit - "RIEPE" cleaning agent spray unit - Extendable workpiece support - Chip collection box

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2005, Brand: Hebrock Model: AKV 88 D Guodpfsq Ihxpsx Ak Usb Machine no: 569-P3 Year model: 2005 Tech data: Max edging thickness: approx. 3mm Max working height: 50mm Inner radius min: approx. 8mm Feed speed 0-7 m/min Warm-up time: approx. 6.5 min Motor: 9.3Kw, 50Hz, 400V Machine size (lxwxh): 1360x690x1220mm Weight: approx. 150Kg Stock no: 2001921BXA

Condition: used, Hebrock AKV 3005 edgebander, well equipped, available for inspection before purchase. Liquids before the milling units. Pre-milling cutters. Glue application with roller; features glue drain. Second glue pot included. Pneumatic pre-cut guillotine. Pressure rollers. Trimming saw for finishing cuts. Top-bottom milling unit, R1 – R2 adjustable pneumatically. Profile scraper. Corner rounding unit. Liquids before scraper. Flat scraper. Polishing unit. Maximum edgeband thickness in roll: 3 mm. The machine is in very good condition. Guedjw I Sp Sspfx Ak Ueb

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2011, Pneumatic milling adjustment (Straight/Radius) Combination milling station R=2 Corner rounding cutter R=2 to 40 mm Jointing cutter up to 40 mm Flat scraper Profile scraper R=2 Short workpieces PLC control with Pro Face touchscreen Nesting Cooling/antistatic spray - airtronic Protective spraying Kante Riepe incl. interchangeable tank Workpiece thickness 8 - 60 mm Mechanical edge clamping Extraction nozzle: 140 mm Dimensions: Length with extension: 4984 mm Depth with roller table: 1425 mm Max. height: 1618 mm Worktable height: 888 mm Weight: 1400 kg Gsdpjxyiiljfx Ak Ujub Storage location: Nattheim

Condition: excellent (used), Model: Hebrock AKV 3006 DKF Pre-milling Station Crosscut saws Top/Bottom cutter Corner trimming Gsdpfeyx Dfbox Ak Ujub Scraper Polisher

Condition: ready for operation (used), Year of construction: 2004, total height: 1,530 mm, total width: 1,200 mm, overall weight: 1,150 kg, product length (max.): 4,700 mm, Edgebander manufactured in 2004. This HEBROCK AKV 3005 DK-F features a maximum edge thickness of 3 mm and accommodates workpiece thicknesses from 8 to 60 mm. It includes a jointing milling unit with 2 milling heads, a gluing tank with a contact roller, and a combination milling unit that is pneumatically adjustable. If you are looking to get high-quality edgebanding capabilities, consider the HEBROCK AKV 3005 DK-F machine we have for sale. Contact us for further details. • Max. edge thickness: 3 mm • Workpiece thickness range: 8–60 mm • Feed speed: approx. 10 m/min • Readiness time: approx. 5 min • Minimum workpiece length: 190 mm • Minimum workpiece width: 80 mm • Control: PLC • Preparation for interchangeable trays • Units/Stations: • Jointing milling unit with 2 milling heads • Gluing tank with contact roller • Pressure zone • Trim shear • Trim saw • Combination milling unit (flush/chamfer/radius), pneumatically adjustable • 2 milling stations • Corner copying unit • Short surface scraper • Radius scraper Gjdpfxjyma A Rj Ak Usub • Spraying unit

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2007, machine/vehicle number: 1386, functionality: fully functional, input voltage: 400 V, input current: 31 A, input frequency: 50 Hz, type of input current: three-phase, workpiece height (max.): 50 mm, edge thickness (max.): 8 mm, height adjustment type: mechanical, year of last overhaul: 2025, Hebrock Edge Banding Machine AKV 3003 DK F Edge banding machine with hot melt adhesive application to the workpiece for edge material up to 8 mm and joint trimming including DIA tools - ergonomically positioned control panel Guedpoyud Sfsfx Ak Ujb - easy adjustment options from the operator’s side (digital displays) - maintenance-free quick heat-up glue pot - robust chain drive - high-frequency crosscut saw (300 Hz) - high-frequency flush milling station incl. tool fitting and fine adjustment from the operator’s side - automatic edge feed - safety and noise protection hood - extendable workpiece support - electronic temperature controller - pneumatic end trimming for up to 3 mm edge thickness and 60 mm edge height - double roller upper pressure - signal lamp for workpiece tracking - aggregate viewing window from operator and rear side - CE-compliant safety standard complete with: - surface scraping unit - corner rounding cutter - 8 mm edge thickness Workpiece height approx. 10 - 40 mm, Feed rate approx. 10 m/min, Power consumption 11 kW (31 A) 400 Volt, 50 Hz, Length approx. 4300 mm Weight approx. 1250 kg Sold in current condition as inspected, ex location Seevetal, excluding freight and packaging, sale subject to prior sale.

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1992, Used machine Year of manufacture: 1992 Max. workpiece height approx. 40 mm Min. workpiece length approx. 250 mm Min. workpiece width approx. 70 mm Feed rate approx. 11 m/min Ready for operation in approx. 4-5 min Power consumption approx. 11 kW Gjdox Rr Dvopfx Ak Ujub With quick-heating glue reservoir Pneumatic edge trimming up to 3 mm With cross-cut saw for edge thickness up to 5 mm With milling station, optionally equipped with combined reversible blade cutters for radius, straight and chamfer milling Outrigger, foldable and extendable to the front With chassis L x W x H: 3600 x 1400 x 1200 mm Weight approx. 670 kg Availability: short-term Location: Flörsheim

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1991, Used machine Year of manufacture: 1991 Max. workpiece height approx. 40 mm Min. workpiece length approx. 250 mm Min. workpiece width approx. 70 mm Feed rate approx. 11 m/min Ready for operation in approx. 4-5 min. Power consumption approx. 11 kW With heated infeed fence With quick-heating glue pot Pneumatic roller end trimming up to 3 mm With cross-cut saw for edge thicknesses up to 5 mm Milling station optionally equipped with combination indexable insert cutters for radius, straight, and chamfer milling Outrigger, foldable and extendable to the front Gjdpfowka Tlox Ak Ujub With undercarriage With integrated extraction system Dimensions (L x W x H): 3600 x 1400 x 1200 mm Weight approx. 670 kg Availability: short-term Location: Flörsheim

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2007, machine/vehicle number: Werksüberarbeitungsnummer: WÜA1363DK-F7560, Used Machine GM020.0068 AKV 3003 DK - F Year of manufacture: 2007 Gsdpfx Aksw Nih Ie Ujub Specification: 3 mm 1st milling station: Combination Surface pull scraper with extraction Chassis Pneumatic milling adjustment Limit switch lever, 7.5° inclination

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2004, Used Edgebanding Machine Model: Hebrock AKV 3005 DKF Year of Manufacture: 2004 Direct glue application onto the workpiece Includes jointing unit Edge material magazine divider High-frequency cross-cut saw Chip collection box (cross-cut saw) Pneumatic roller end trimming Control panel, PLC control system Transport chain with fixed, special chain plates Double roller top pressure (ball bearing mounted) Outrigger (extendable towards the front) Automatic central lubrication (cross-cut saw, corner rounding unit) Quick heating glue pot (maintenance-free, Teflon-coated) Maintenance- and operator-friendly design Corner rounding unit Profile scraping unit Surface scraper Chip collection box (scraping unit) Max. edge thickness: 3 mm Min./max. workpiece thickness: 10 / 40* mm Min. workpiece length: approx. 200* mm Min. workpiece width: approx. 70* mm Feed speed: approx. 10 m/min Gedpfx Akeyyw Tzs Uoub Ready for operation: approx. 6 min Max. total connected load: 12 kW Electrical connection: 400 V / 3 Ph / 50 Hz Dimensions (L x W): 5000 x 1445 mm Height: 1620 mm Weight: 1400 kg

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2002, I sell the edge banding machine HEBROCK AKV088D, Year 2002. Suitable for curved shaped edges Good condition, possible to test ! Godevx D Auopfx Ak Uoub Possible to buy also the Radius milling machine HFF08.

Condition: ready for operation (used), Year of construction: 2016, machine/vehicle number: 3214, functionality: fully functional, workpiece height (max.): 40 mm, feed rate X-axis: 10 m/min, total height: 1,600 mm, total length: 3,700 mm, total width: 1,445 mm, overall weight: 1,080 kg, TECHNICAL DETAILS Feed speed: 10 m/min Panel thickness: 8 - 40 mm Max. edge thickness: 3 mm MACHINE DETAILS Godpsy Hih Refx Ak Ueub Operating length: approx. 100,000 m Dimensions & Weight Dimensions (L x W x H): 3,700 x 1,445 x 1,600 mm Weight: 1,080 kg EQUIPMENT/FEATURES PLC control including touchscreen Power stop/trimming knife Jointing unit with DIA milling tools Application of hot melt adhesive to workpiece Robust chain drive Upper operator panel, rapid adjustment from operator side Double roller pressure Signal lamp for workpiece feed Quick-heating glue pot, maintenance-free Pneumatic end trimming for edge thicknesses up to 3 mm High-frequency crosscut saw High-frequency milling unit with replaceable cutter heads For radius, straight and chamfer milling Workpiece air blower Integrated collection container for edge material offcuts Extendable support arm on the front side Note: The machine can still be inspected under power until the middle of calendar week 19.

Condition: new, ALTENDORF Model F 2 Offer type: New machine, SALE ONLY IN AUSTRIA! Immediately available new machine at a special price with full manufacturer's warranty. The 3.3 m long F 2 is not only cost-effective and space-saving. It is also equipped with everything you need to process perfect edges from the start: diamond-tipped jointing cutters ensure workpieces are excellently prepared for edge banding. The equipment includes a jointing unit (up to 2 mm cutting depth), top-mounted quick-heating glue pot, cross-cut saw, and combination milling cutter. Optionally, the F 2 can also be fitted with a surface scraper. Max. edge thickness: 3 mm Max. workpiece thickness: 50 mm Ready for operation in 3.5 min Feed rate approx. 10 m/min Equipment: F2 next edge banding machine With PLC control (incl. touchscreen) Hot-melt adhesive application to the workpiece for edging material up to 3 mm Jointing cutter (incl. diamond tool) up to 2 mm cutting depth Maintenance-free glue pot with quick-change option incl. glue discharge device HF cross-cut saw station (approx. 12,000 rpm) HF milling station (approx. 12,000 rpm) with separate pneumatic milling adjustment and interchangeable cutter head (combination version) Robust chain drive Ball-bearing double pressure roller Viewing window from the rear of the machine Extendable workpiece support Including special equipment: F2/12 surface scraper (incl. pneumatic lift) Guedpol D Rp Ejfx Ak Uob F2/30 pneumatic 3-point adjustment (for radius, chamfer, or flush trimming) F2/27 nesting for milling stations

Condition: good (used), Hebrock top 2000 edge bander glue application by roller Gujdpfxoy Rpice Ak Usb pneumatic pre-cut guillotine pressure rollers trimming saw for finishing top and bottom milling unit R1-R2 max. workpiece height: 50 mm max. edge thickness in roll: 3 mm feed speed: 10 m/min machine length: 310 cm The machine is well-maintained and in good condition.

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2026, Hebrock - Altendorf Edge Bander F5 next - Brand new machine, still in original packaging with complete equipment - With PLC control including 15" touchscreen - Edge material up to 3 mm - Whispercut jointing head including DIA tool up to 2 mm - Coated maintenance-free glue pot, PUR interchangeable tank Gujdoy Iw Nrspfx Ak Ueb - Includes glue drain device downwards - HF milling station with pneumatic milling adjustment - Corner rounding unit - Radius scraper - Surface scraper including pneumatic lift device - Buffing station - Combination milling head - Radius milling head R = 2 mm - Radius corner milling unit R = 2 mm - Quick-change system for corner milling unit - Additional changeover motor for corner milling unit with tooling - Radius changeover motor R = 1 mm - Ball bearings 24.1 and 24.2 mm - Multi-radius scraper R1/R2 - Underframe - Additional interchangeable glue pot including stand - Spray system for release agent PUR - Spray system for cleaning agent PUR - Spray system for edge PUR/foil - Nesting for milling head and radius scraper - Pneumatic 3-point adjustment (radius, chamfer, flush trimming) - Jointing up to 50 mm workpiece thickness - LED lighting inside - Workpiece thickness 8–50 mm - Min. workpiece length approx. 160 mm - Feed speed approx. 10 m/min - Dimensions (LxWxH): 4.40 x 1.10 x 1.55 m - Weight: gross: 990 kg; net: 930 kg - Extraction nozzle 1 x 140 mm Delivery and commissioning possible.

Condition: excellent (used), Hebrock F4 Edge Bander Well equipped, inspection possible before purchase PRE-MILLING CUTTERS Glue application with roller, Interchangeable glue pot Second glue pot included Gujdpfoy N Ulgsx Ak Ujb Pneumatic pre-cut guillotine Pressure rollers Flush cutting saw Top/bottom milling unit, R1 – R2 Profile scraper Corner rounding unit Pneumatic flat scraper Maximum workpiece height: 50mm Maximum edge thickness on roll: 3mm Feed speed: 7m/min Minimum workpiece length: 160mm Heating-up time approx. 5min Condition: very good, fully functional

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2005, Brand: Hebrock Model: HFF 08 Machine no: 08/379 Year model: 2005 Edge cutter for simultaneous upper and lower radius/clean milling of excess edging material on workpieces with straight edges and on rounded workpieces with internal and outside radii. Tech data: Max edging thickness: approx. 3mm Max workpiece height: 50mm Inner radius min: 40mm Milling motor: 12000 Rpm Work table height: 865mm Max 6 bar Chipboard: 120mm Milling motor: 0.37Kw Motor: 1.5Kw, 50Hz, 400V 3-phase Godpfsq H Spvsx Ak Ueub Stock no: 2001922

Condition: excellent (used), Edge Banding Machine HEBROCK K36 Airtronic -used- - PC control with display - Touchscreen - Swiveling control panel - Program memory - Automatic pressure bridge adjustment - Feed via transport chain - Extendable workpiece support - Motorized adjustable infeed fence - Diamond jointing cutter, both with and against feed direction - Quick heating gluepot - Gluepot change system - Suitable for PUR adhesives - Cross-cut saw with HF motor - Flush milling unit - Flush, radius, and chamfer milling unit - Pneumatic changeover of milling unit - Multi-milling tool - Multi-radius scraper blade - Chip collection box for radius scraper blade - Air jet nozzle at the radius scraper - Flat scraper blade - Air jet nozzle at the flat scraper - Exchangeable motor for corner rounding - Spray device for separator agent - Spray device for cleaning agent - Spray device for antistatic coolant - Spray device for lubricant - LED lighting in the machine area - Exchange gluepots - Zero Joint Airtronic System ----- Technical Data ----- - Edge thickness, coil material: 0.5-3 mm - Max. edge thickness for corner rounding: 3 mm - Workpiece thickness: 8-60 mm - Workpiece thickness for corner rounding: 45 mm - Min. workpiece length: 200 mm - Feed speed: 7-10 m/min - Support plate Ø for edge material: 850 mm - Guillotine for coil material up to: 3 mm Godeymyp Ropfx Ak Uoub - Jointing cutter power: 2x2.2 kW - Cross-cut saw power: 0.37 kW - Milling station power: 2x0.37 kW - Corner rounding unit power: 0.37 kW - Buffing unit power: 2x0.18 kW - Extraction port Ø jointing unit: 60 mm - Compressed air connection: 7 bar - Total length: 5,540 mm - Dimensions (LxWxH): 5,540x1,210x1,450 mm - Weight: 1,700 kg Quality Information: - All settings checked - Complete basic inspection - Complete basic cleaning - Electrical system checked - Pneumatics checked - Immediately ready for operation