The first several cuts are made across the top of the log. The first cut produces a slab piece and
additional cuts produce “flitches”, or boards with bark on both sides. |
Rotate the log 180 degreess to sit on the first flat that was made so that there are two parallel flats. |
By rotating the log and clamping one of the flats against the adjustable perpendicular side supports, a third flat can then be cut to produce finished, edged boards. |
Flip the log over to cut a final flat to square the log into a cant. From here there are several options to produce lumber from the cant. |
“Cutting for Grade” is a term used for sawing hardwood logs to produce the maximum amount of high-grade lumber. This would involve rotating the cant to make your cuts on the clearest and widest face. |
Edging lumber is easy by standing any number of boards on edge, and cutting to any desired width. Add a Twin Blade Edger for even more productivity. |