Key Features of Large Horizontal Sawmills

A large horizontal sawmill is a type of industrial sawmill designed for cutting logs into lumber or other wood products. The "horizontal" designation refers to the orientation of the saw blade, which is mounted horizontally to cut through the log as it is moved along the saw bed.

Here are some key features and details about large horizontal sawmills:

1. Log Handling

  - Log Deck:Large horizontal sawmills typically have a log deck where logs are placed before processing. The deck may include rollers or conveyors to help position the logs.

  - Log Turner:A log turner is often used to rotate the log for different cuts.

  - Log Peeler:In some operations, a log peeler may be used to remove the bark before cutting.

2. Sawmill Components

  - Horizontal Saw Blade:The central component is a large horizontal saw blade, which can vary in diameter depending on the mill's design and the size of the logs being processed. The blade moves horizontally to slice the log into boards.

3. Cutting Process

  - Horizontal Cutting: Logs are typically placed on the sawmill bed, and the horizontal saw blade is used to slice the log into planks or other dimensional lumber. This cutting method allows for efficient, straight cuts, especially when working with large logs.