A benchmarking system for evaluating the profitability and efficiency of optimizing chop saw systems

A chop saw system is one of the principal methods used to add value to low-grade lumber. This study examined the performance of optimizing chop saw machines in use by six secondary manufacturers and developed a benchmarking system for evaluating and comparing chop saw systems. The study found that the value and quality of the material produced by the chop saw systems are influenced by many factors, including the raw material quality, saw system, scanner, material-handling system, production plan, grader, and optimizer. The study found that improvements in production planning and defect recognition would create the most significant improvements in the productivity and profitability of the machines, as well as the quality of the parts produced.

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