craig tufankjian
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assuming it is veneer and not solid, these are usually done in a membrane press , similar to a vacuum press but the bag or pressing medium is silicone. the veneer is ultra thin to conform to the contours and cut outs.
the same principle as a pvc cabinet door which is covered with a mylar or pvc coatings. also reffered to as profile wrapped doors.
I've seen one of these machines in action at the woodworkers show in atlanta
if its solid wood, it was clearly done on a 5 head cnc
her's a good video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5b7K-k7aCg
i also saw a program on the history channel in regards to the making of a roll royce and they profiled the dashboard process , showing a walnut burl dashbord in a membrane press.
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