How Does The Optimizing Saw Work?

The operator marks the board with a fluorescent pen to identify the defect location and grade changeover point. The board then passes through a measuring table equipped with a decoder and fluorescent reading camera, which measures the length of the board and the location of the marking point. This information is then sent to the computer, which transmits this information to the saw unit according to the optimization instructions before the board is sent to the saw unit for sawing.

This process is different from manual sawing. In manual sawing, the board is manually inspected, the sawing point is determined, the board is placed on the saw, and then sawed. The core of any optimization saw is its computer operation speed and software operation program when optimizing the board.

Most optimization saws can analyze more than 200 different sawing lengths, 8 different sawing grades, and 16 different widths. Considering these variables, the possible combinations of optimization work before the best optimization solution is extremely amazing. The machine only needs one thousandth of a second to complete the data processing before the board arrives at the saw position and begins sawing, so the computer data processing speed is very critical.

• Sorting Multiple Cut Lengths from Multiple Widths

It is difficult for a manual saw operator to remember so many sawing combinations. Because of this, boards of different widths are screened before they are cut. The Optimize saw with a measuring system can sort more than 16 different widths, each with 200 cut lengths, eliminating the pre-selection process.

• Sorting Multiple Cut Lengths from Multiple Grades

The variety of wood grades makes it more difficult for manual operators, and the Optimize saw can uniquely sort more than 8 grades of wood at the same time while adding different grades to the feasible sawing plan, which is a great way to get more profit from your wood (better yield in grade selection).

• Longer Boards

In manual operation, operators work quickly and do not often look back to see the opportunity to cut longer pot lengths (more than 60 feet). Often, by the time the operator realizes this, the sawing has already started and it could have been longer. Most sawing machines do not cut the board until the entire board has been scanned, which of course does not lose the opportunity to get a longer, more efficient board.

• Post-cutting sorting

The sawing machine can provide several ways to improve the work. The sorting line with automatic ejection device can sort special workpieces at a specific location to reduce sorting time. The saw can also be equipped with an inkjet printer to automatically code each workpiece.

• Cut length accuracy

Most manual operators use visual control to stop the workpiece, such as marking on the machine wheel conveyor or transmitter. This marking method is not an accurate measurement method. This system can be upgraded with automatic stop devices, but this requires additional work by the operator. Typical sawing accuracy is considered to be within 1 mm. Accurate sawing increases production and helps streamline the production process.

• Computer tracking and production data

In addition to controlling the lumber selection process, computer tracking data is also a valuable management tool. It tracks production and identifies different boards, which can tell you who is a reliable board supplier.

The biggest advantage of the Optimum Crosscut Saw is the “simulation” program, which allows you to provide many “what ifs” to increase or decrease certain sawing lengths to test different results. In the process of providing a quotation for a special solution, the production and cost of the parts can be determined based on the pot cut list. The work efficiency of the workers can be measured by tracking the working and rest time of the saw blade. Hourly and daily production calculations can be printed.

• Personnel dispatch

The use of the Optimum Saw not only increases production but also brings more benefits to the owner and saves the cost of related personnel. In today’s tight labor market, it is relatively difficult to retain skilled workers. Training a new Optimum Saw operator only requires teaching him how to mark the board, which is much easier and faster than training a new manual saw operator, and it can avoid unnecessary losses in production caused by training new manual saw operators.

The Optimum Saw not only reduces the requirements for operators, but also provides a safer working environment for operators. Perhaps the biggest advantage is that the electronic system works consistently throughout the day or even the week, without illness or mood swings, and maintains sawing accuracy throughout the entire shift. Manual sawing requires highly skilled workers who are more paid and more mobile. Scanning technology only requires manual marking, which saves money and improves efficiency.

After you compare the differences between the optimal crosscut saw and the manual saw, and understand the advantages of the optimal saw, it is time to convert your factory operations to newer technology and computerization.

Until now, the limitations and high cost of scanners have limited their use on ordinary wood and high-volume wood. However, new technologies are constantly developing, allowing scanning to detect automatically, from cloth to certain hardwood processing. As more new technologies are used, we will see more low-priced optimal saws suitable for medium-volume enterprises.

Technical Advantages of Optimal Saws: In addition to maximizing the yield rate and saving costs, using the UBTECH Optimal Saws also brings other advantages that are still very significant.

1. Reduce operating personnel. Due to the automatic material selection function, more than 50% of operating personnel can be saved, and material selection personnel are no longer needed.

2． One Optimizing Saw can replace 5 to 10 manual cross-cut saws. In addition, the optimal saw can reduce the auxiliary working time of workers changing and adjusting saw blades.

3. Improve productivity: From the measurement of the plate to the final discharge, the entire process is controlled by a computer, making the production process smooth and unhindered, greatly improving production efficiency.

4． The total capacity of the power-saving motor is: about 18 kilowatts (excluding vacuum); what is the actual power consumption now?

5． Saving space No longer requires a large number of material selection sites, because computer optimization management is used, and the same specifications are automatically classified.

6． It is easy to manage and reduce inventory. The computer can accurately count the material yield and the number of specifications. It can grasp the production data at any time, making it easier to accept orders and purchases, and it is easier to evaluate producers.

7. The number of equipment is greatly reduced, production is smoother, and more equipment maintenance work is eliminated.

8. The optimization program to enhance product value can cut products according to order requirements, and try to cut out the most scarce orders to avoid inventory.