Advantages of Band Sawmills

A band sawmill uses a long, narrow steel blade running continuously around two wheels.

Its biggest advantage is its thin kerf. Because the blade removes less wood during each cut, less sawdust is produced and more of the log can be converted into usable lumber.

For example, when processing valuable hardwood, a narrow-kerf band sawmill can help improve lumber recovery.

Band sawmills are also popular for portable sawmilling because the cutting head can be mounted on a relatively lightweight track system and transported to the logs.

Advantages of Band Sawmills

Narrow kerf and lower wood waste

Good lumber recovery

Suitable for hardwoods

Good cutting flexibility

Portable models are easy to move

Suitable for small and medium-sized sawmills

Often lower power requirements