T E C H T A L K
A regular
maintenance is
a key for
reliable nonstop operation
of band
sawmills
Top tips for trouble-free sawmilling
Wood-Mizer sawmills are designed for
easy operation and reliability, with
robust construction for long service life
when cutting softwood and hardwood
even in arduous environments of
extreme temperatures and humidity.
Fitted with the correct type and profile
of sawblade from Wood-Mizer's wide
range, to suit the species of timber
being cut and the production rate, the
sawmills provide accurate sawing with
a quality surface finish and high
yield/low waste of the valuable timber.
Like all types of machinery, however,
regular maintenance is important for
trouble-free operation and continued
working at optimum performance.
After all, a car or truck will not run
properly if it is not looked after and
topped up with oil, water and fuel.
"We do receive calls from customers
who have a problem that could have
been prevented by following the correct
maintenance schedule, which is
included in the Operator's Manual",
said Dariusz Kujawa, customer service
manager with Wood-Mizer.
"The small amount of time and effort
needed to maintain our sawmills is a
good investment because it helps to
keep the machine working as it should
and can prevent problems that might
mean having to stop production while
awaiting service or parts. No owner
wants that, because an idle sawmill is
not making money and customers will
be unhappy if their delivery of sawn
timber is delayed".
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Routine maintenance of Wood-Mizer
sawmills is inexpensive and simple to
do. Some of the most important areas
are:
Every 25 hours of operation
· Clean middle track oiler
· Clean and lubricate track
Every 50 hours of operation
· Clean and lubricate drum switches
· Clean and lubricate blade tensioner
handle and rods
· Clean and lubricate pivot points,
fittings and bearings
· Clean and lubricate all chains
Every 500 hours of operation or once
every 12 months (whichever is sooner)
· Change fluid in drive side cylindrical
bearing
· Repack wheel bearings on axle
As needed or once every 12 months
· Clean and adjust block on hydraulic
strip
Please note: this is not a complete list
but only a summary of some of the most
important areas. Full information about
the requirements for each sawmill is
given in the 'Maintenance' section of the
Operators’ Manual and all owners and
operators should check this carefully.
There is also a 'Maintenance Log' in
the Manual, which should be completed
each time to keep track of what has
been done and ensure that the correct
schedule is being followed and that no
areas are missed.