equipment for the production of firewood
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September 27, 2012
Firewood Workshop
Equipment for The Production of Firewood
By: Marcus Steigerwaldt
Multitek North America, LLC
www.multitekinc.com
1-800-243-5438
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Firewood Processing Equipment
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Firewood Workshop Today’s Agenda
*Equipment Available Today
*What to Look for When Buying Equipment
*Accessories for Streamlining Production
*Future of Firewood Processing Equipment
*Future of The Firewood Industry
By: Marcus Steigerwaldt of Multitek North America, LLC
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Firewood Processing Equipment
Four Basic Categories of Equipment
*Hobby
(1 to 100 cords/yr) (128 cu ft)
*Small
(101 to 500/yr)
*Medium
(500 to 1,000/yr)
*Large
(1,000+/yr )
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Hobbyist Firewood Processing Equipment
Up to 100 Cords of Firewood Annually
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Features of Hobby Firewood Processing
Equipment
Up to 100 Cords of Firewood Annually
Small Gasoline Engines
*Honda
*Subaru
*Kohler
*Some PTO Options
Wedge Options
*2-way Split
*4-way
*6-way
Features
*Bar and chain
*Portable
*Small Equipment
*Pick Up Trucks
*Delivery Trailer
Pricing
*Log Splitters up to $12,000
*Chainsaws up to $800
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Small Firewood Processing Equipment
Up to 500 Cords of Firewood Annually
Capacities – 12’ long logs and up to 16” diameter.
Production – Approximately 1 cord per hour
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Features of Small Firewood Processing
Machines
Up to 500 Cords of Firewood Annually
Gasoline Engines Up to 34 horsepower
*Honda
*Subaru
*Kohler
*Some PTO Options
Wedge Options
*2-way Split
*4-way
*6-way
Features
*Bar and chain
*Under 4,500 lbs
*Single Axle
*Up to 16” diameter logs
Pricing
*$20,000 to $40,000
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Features of Small Firewood Processors
Up to 500 Cords of Firewood Annually
Pricing
*$20,000 to $40,000
Major Components of Small Firewood Processors
*Chain driven log feed system
*Manual hydraulic levers or joysticks
*Detent splitter system (usually a 4” cylinder)
*Log hold down clamp
*Small conveyor
*Budget Friendly
*Powered Log Deck
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Limitations of Small Firewood Processors
Up to 500 Cords of Firewood Annually
Drawbacks of Small Firewood Processors
*Manufactured for low production
*Cycle times
*Log deck capacity
*Ergonomics
*Short conveyors
*Moderate duty construction
*Crooked logs
*Log diameter and length capacity
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Small Firewood Processing Business
Up to 500 Cords of Firewood Annually
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Medium Sized Firewood Processing
Equipment
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
Capacities – 20’ long logs and up to 18” diameter.
Production – Approximately 2-3 cords per hour
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Features of Medium Size Firewood
Processing Machines
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
Diesel Engines Up to 60 horsepower
*John Deere
*Kubota
*Caterpillar
*3-Phase Electric
Wedge Options
*2-way Split
*4-way
*6-way
*8-way
Features
*Bar and chain or Circle Saw
*Under 8,000 lbs
*Single or Tandem Axle
*Operator Cabin Option
Pricing
*$40,00 to $99,000
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Features of Medium Size Firewood
Processors
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
Pricing
*$40,000 to $99,000
Major Components of Mid Size Firewood Processors
*Chain driven log feed system
*Manual hydraulic levers or joysticks
*Auto cycle splitter
*More sophisticated log clamp system
*30’ or longer firewood conveyor
*Rugged construction
*Large capacity log deck
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Limitations of Mid Size Firewood Processors
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
Drawbacks of Mid Size Firewood Processors
*Log deck capacity
*Re-split for packaged wood
*Ergonomics
*Moderate duty construction
*Crooked logs
*Log diameter and length capacity
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Medium Sized Firewood Business
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
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Medium Sized Firewood Business
500 to 1,000 Cords of Firewood Annually
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Large Firewood Processing Equipment
1,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
Capacities – 40’ long logs and up to 30” diameter.
Production – Approximately 3-6 cords per hour
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Features of Large Firewood Processors
1,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
Diesel Engines Up to 150 horsepower
*John Deere
*Caterpillar
*Cummins
*3-Phase Electric
Wedge Options
*8-way
*10-way
*12-way
*16-way
Features
*Usually Circle Saw
*12,000 lbs +
*Tandem Axle or Stationary
*Operator Cabin
*Large Capacity
Pricing
*$100,000 to $199,000
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Features of Large Firewood Processors
1,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
Pricing
*$100,000 to $199,000
Major Components of Large Firewood Processors
*Advanced log feed system
*Pilot control or electronic joystick
*Auto cycle splitter
*More sophisticated log clamp system
*30’ or longer firewood conveyor
*Packaged wood wedges
*Operator comfort
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Advanced Features of Large Firewood
Processors
1,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
Pricing
*$100,000 to $199,000
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Mega Firewood Producers
10,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
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Firewood Workshop September 27, 2012
Mega Firewood Producers
10,000+ Cords of Firewood Annually
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Buying A Firewood Processor
What Size Machine Fits My Needs?
*Business Plan
*Sales Volume
*Packaged Wood , Bulk, Homeowner, Specialty
*Wood Supply
What Brand of Machine Should I go with?
*Reputable Company
*Talk to machine owners
*Trade-In Program
*Quality Construction
*Warranty and Service
*Parts Availability
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Buying A Firewood Processor
General Construction Points of Interest
*Wear Items
*Hydraulic Components
*Manufactured Components
a) Tanks, cylinders, frames, log decks
b) Splitter Assembly
c) Weld Quality
d) Ease of Repair
*Oil cooler or large hydraulic tank
*Mobil Package
a) Road legal
b) Tongue weight
*Engine
a) Clutch Assembly
b) Safety Shut-offs
c) Remote Engine Start
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Buying A Firewood Processor
Circular Saw or Bar & Chain?
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Brands of Firewood Processors in the US
* Multitek
* Cord King
* Blockbuster
* Dyna Products
* Timberwolf Corp
* Hahn Equipment
* Wood Beaver
* CRD Metalworks
* Bell’s Machining
* Palax
* Built-Rite Mfg
* Hudson
* Haake Pilke
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Accessories For Streamlining Production
Reduce Labor and Handling
A Comfortable Operator is a Productive Operator
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Accessories For Streamlining Production
Reduce Labor and Handling
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Accessories For Streamlining Production
Reduce Labor and Handling LOG BUSTER
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Accessories For Packaging Firewood
Bulk Bag Stand
With ¼ cord bags
Wood Pak-R by B&B
Manufacturing Twister Wood Wrapper
Bagging Tip Tray
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Packaged Firewood Products
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Equipment For The Future-Elements
Ergonomics
Automation
Research and Development
Design
Electronics
Technology
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The Future for Firewood & Fuelwood
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Question & Answer Session
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September 27, 2012
Firewood Workshop
Equipment for The Production of Firewood
By: Marcus Steigerwaldt
Multitek North America, LLC
www.multitekinc.com
1-800-243-5438