Method for optimizing stem merchandizing

Details Method for optimizing stem merchandizing Method for optimizing stem merchandizing

2010-10-27

2011-12-06

Walczak, David J. (Department: 3751)

Woodworking

Process

Timber harvesting or processing

C144S336000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08069888

ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure relates to methods for reducing warp potential of lumber derived from a raw material, such as a log or stem are provided. In some embodiments, the methods involve examining the log or stem for shrinkage properties and/or properties of spiral grain. The location of the shrinkage properties and/or properties of spiral grain may be used to determine how the log is oriented relative to a cutting device. In some embodiments, these characteristics may determine what cutting pattern is selected for creating the lumber or how a stem is bucked.

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