Individual Log Yields by Eight Sawing Systems.

Abstract

When a new sawmill or a major change in an existing sawmill is being planned, an important consideration is the inherent capability of each of the potential sawing systems to convert the available mix of logs into the most lumber. Through the medium of the Best Opening Face (BOF) computer program, eight sawing systems were used to saw a mix of logs encompassing all combinations of 5- to 20- inch diameters, 8- to 24 foot lengths, and 1 to 5 inches of taper. The results were summarized and published in USDA Forest Service Research Paper FPL 280, 'Is There a 'Best' Sawing Method'. For the person faced with making a systems selection choice using his own mix of logs, the complete data developed by the BOF program is essential. This paper contains that data and suggestions for its use. These tables are a supplement to USDA Forest Service Research Paper FPL 280. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA035636

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  • Abigail R. Stern
  • David W. Lewis
  • Hiram Hallock

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  • Forest Products Laboratory

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