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Utilize Portable Industrial Metal Detectors To Combat Tree Spiking in North America
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(Posted on Jan 27, 2016 at 05:04PM by Lee Byard)
Recent decades have proven unkind to the lumber industry. Mounting economic pressures and unsteady employment rates have taken a toll on North American mills, forcing them to redefine their processes. A study from 'Canada’s Occupational Health and Safety Magazine' (OHS), however, highlights a potentially more dangerous trend that’s emerging: tree spiking.According to 'OHS', members of the North American lumber and forestry industries are now facing a rise in spiking incidents, with perpetrators driving nails into trees to reduce felling efforts. These nails - when struck by saw blades or conveyor chains - shatter and arc through the air at rapid speeds. They damage equipment, interrupt operations, and inflict considerable harm on workers. The study equates them to shrapnel.
A recent incident in the U.S. also equates them to profit-consuming, with the landmark case of the 'United States vs. Jeffrey Fairchild' showcasing more than $12,000 in total losses for the lumber industry. Time, money, and considerable effort was needed to undo the damage of one man’s tree-spiking ploy.
In an effort to counter these attacks, Connexus Industries provides our clients with industrial metal detectors - specifically portable options. These products (as created by RENS) deliver DDS and DSP micro-processing technology, allowing teams to quickly identify potential tree spikes. Their ergonomic designs prove perfect for extended usage, while their scanning coils adapt to the rigors of outdoor environments. Digital displays warn users of tramp metal traces, noting both ferrous and nonferrous orientations.
This is essential for workers, allowing them to better protect themselves against spikes. Portable RENS products combat the efforts of pranksters and environmentalist extremists alike - promoting a safer, more efficient work culture.
To learn more about our exclusive RENS-Metal Shark line contact Connexus Industries today.
Maintaining North American Productivity With Drum De-Barker Discharge Conveyors
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(Posted on Jan 18, 2016 at 08:37PM by Lee Byard)
Economic stability isn’t earned through steel and smoke. It’s instead earned through lumber - with the Canadian forestry industry contributing $19.8 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the U.S. forestry industry contributing $3 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Increased productions in the solid wood, pulp and paper, and logging verticals have secured the North American market.They’ve also created a need for new de-barking technologies - with current designs unable to accommodate accelerated bulk handling and expedited processing. Conveyors simply aren’t engineered for today's production standards.
Connexus Industries addresses this issue through our drum de-barker discharge conveyors. These machines - intended for both domestic and exotic hardwoods - are tailored for constant use, with their unique designs adapting to high-impact (10-feet) drops. This allows them to endure the rigorous demands of the logging industry, providing results that are both high-volume and sustainable.
De-barking is a pivotal step within the lumber process, stripping away waste material (such as sand or resin) and preparing logs for consumers. Without a proper discharge system, however, mills will experience decreased productivity - constantly having to realign conveyor chains, replace fractured parts, and reduce impact heights. This weakens profits.
Connexus Industries can strengthen them, with our drum de-barkers ensuring superior results. Contact us today to learn more.
Examining The Value Of Sharp Top Chains In North America
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(Posted on Jan 18, 2016 at 08:14PM by Lee Byard)
The North American lumber industry rests on a shaky foundation. Face with increasing raw material prices and ever-growing energy demands, sawmills struggle to balance profits with productivity; and a still recovering economy (with shipment values plummeting to all-time lows in just 2006, triggering nationwide losses and reduced export rates) looms.The challenges faced by North America’s sawmills are many - which is why Connexus Industries stresses the necessity for high-speed, durable sharp chains and sharp top chains.
The core principle of manufacturing is simple: increase productivity while decreasing energy expense. Sharp top chains embrace this idea, catering to sawmill efficiency. Each is shaped to OEM specifications, with tip degrees precisely measured to ensure maximum grip and minimum penetration. These custom designs - which incorporate flat-ground bottoms and draft-tooth profiles, promoting even distribution - generate speeds of over 1,440 FPM. This allows them to more effectively accommodate mill demands, emphasizing accuracy and expediency.
This reduces the overall energy needed for all lumber processes, with sharp top chains delivering high performance and low waste. This ensures greater sustainability (and greater profitability) for every company.
To learn more about our chain options - including our exclusive Viking and Summit lines - contact Connexus Industries today.
