Editing Instructions:Laguna JX12 ShearTec Jointer (section)

== Purpose ==
The jointer is the foundation of working with rough lumber. It has two main functions:

# Creating a flat surface on the face of a board (Face Jointing)
# Creating a flat edge that is at 90 degrees to an existing flat face (Edge Jointing)

Accurate results in woodworking depend on having surfaces that are flat, with opposing faces parallel to each other and adjacent faces perpendicular to each other. You can use our [[Thickness Planer]] to create the parallel opposite sides. Once these surfaces are established, the wood can be safely and accurately processed with other equipment (table saw, planer, etc).