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How big is the mill and how much space is required for access ?

The Mill is towed by our Landrover and will fit down most driveways and through standard field gates - we are quite well versed at manoeuvring the it as best as possible but bear in mind that we have a combined length of ...long and ... wide. Once in position, logs are loaded onto the mill from the side and so additional work space is required to efficiently work.

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Can you set the mill up in our field?

We are pretty flexible with where we work and the mill can be set up on any reasonable ground condition as long as it is relatively flat. 

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How much wood can you cut in a day?

This is the big question and unfortunately one with out a brief answer as there are just too many variables. For instance different timber species cut at different rates of speed and clean grained timber cuts quicker and easyer than knotty timber. It also makes a significant difference what we are converting the log into - it is much quicker to cut a log into one large beam than it is to cut it into multiple batons. The best thing is for us to discuss the specifics of your project so the we can best advise you.

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What happens if the saw hits metal in the tree?

As the supplier of the timber its your responsibility to ensure that the log is free from metal etc - we understand that with the best will in the world that is difficult to ensure and that some times mistakes happen. If we hit stones, mud or metal (such as nails) the band will more than likely need to be changed and sent away for resharpening at a cost of £17 per band.

In the instances where larger metal objects are hit such as gate hooks the band may be damaged and require re-tipping at a cost of £120 per band. It is our prerogative to determine when a band is blunt and if it has been damaged.

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Whats the maximum size log you can cut on the mill ?

The mill has a maximum width of cut of 1 meter which means that we can cut boards up to 1m wide (3ft 3inches). Logs larger than 1m in diameter can still easily be milled by first removing their corners so that they can fit within our maximum width of cut. With very large logs we are able to cut them in half or even quarters with a chainsaw mill before placing them on the sawmill for further processing.

The maximum length of timber that can be placed on the mill is 5m (16ft) and the bed of the saw is capable of holding a maximum weight of 3.5 ton.

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Will there be any off cuts ?

There will defiantly be off cuts and depending upon the log and what we are cutting from it there can be quite a lot. Often customers can utilise some offcuts as quirky chopping boards etc or it can easily be later converted into firewood. The saw mill also produces a fair amount of saw dust which will be left in a neat pile and some customers find a use for or leave to decompose. 

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How is it best to store the timber?

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What happens if the mill breaks down whilst we are using it ?

If the mill breaks down during use you will not be charged for any down time and we will endeavour to make it up at the end of the day. However do not be surprised if there is a degree of tinkering with mill in order to ensure its cutting optimally - and time will be required for blade changes and refuelling etc.

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