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It is meant particularly for operators in National Forest timber, but should be useful to other owners of portable mills where conditions are like those in the National Forests.
General Suggestions For Portable Sawmill Owners.
Look Before You Leap.
Before purchasing a new mill or moving an old one to a new location, an operator should carefully inform himself regarding the following points:
Amount of timber available for his operations.
Kinds and grades of lumber the timber will produce.
Density of the stand and conditions governing its cutting and removal.
Method of marking timber to be cut.
Method of scaling and lengths allowed for trimming.
Penalty scale for broken trees and logs left on the ground.
Length of time each year during which operations can be profitably carried on, and annual cut.
Labor and supplies required and working capital necessary to finance the job.
Margin of profit on which the business can be operated.
Stumpage prices and how obtained.
Payments and manner of making them.
Logging costs and methods.
Number of teams available for logging, for delivering lumber, and for hauling supplies.
River and road improvements necessary.
Brush disposal, and cutting and utilization of defective timber.
Capacity, equipment, and power of mill.
Milling or manufacturing costs.
Distance to market and condition of roads.
Capacity of market and prices for different grades.
Competition.
Possibility of establishing a small retail yard.
Amount of lumber which market conditions require to be carried in stock.
Market for by-products, such as mine timbers, railroad ties, telephone, telegraph, and power poles, field posts, cordwood.
Responsibility for fire.
Sanitary regulations.
If there is…
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Excerpt from Small Sawmills: Their Equipment, Construction, and Operation
It is meant particularly for operators in National Forest timber, but should be useful to other owners of portable mills where conditions are like those in the National Forests.
General Suggestions For Portable Sawmill Owners.
Look Before You Leap.
Before purchasing a new mill or moving an old one to a new location, an operator should carefully inform himself regarding the following points:
Amount of timber available for his operations.
Kinds and grades of lumber the timber will produce.
Density of the stand and conditions governing its cutting and removal.
Method of marking timber to be cut.
Method of scaling and lengths allowed for trimming.
Penalty scale for broken trees and logs left on the ground.
Length of time each year during which operations can be profitably carried on, and annual cut.
Labor and supplies required and working capital necessary to finance the job.
Margin of profit on which the business can be operated.
Stumpage prices and how obtained.
Payments and manner of making them.
Logging costs and methods.
Number of teams available for logging, for delivering lumber, and for hauling supplies.
River and road improvements necessary.
Brush disposal, and cutting and utilization of defective timber.
Capacity, equipment, and power of mill.
Milling or manufacturing costs.
Distance to market and condition of roads.
Capacity of market and prices for different grades.
Competition.
Possibility of establishing a small retail yard.
Amount of lumber which market conditions require to be carried in stock.
Market for by-products, such as mine timbers, railroad ties, telephone, telegraph, and power poles, field posts, cordwood.
Responsibility for fire.
Sanitary regulations.
If there is...
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Small Sawmills: Their Equipment, Construction, and Operation (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a practical guide to operating a small sawmill in the early 20th century, a time when the lumber industry was rapidly changing. The author, a logging engineer, draws on his extensive experience to offer valuable advice and insights for sawmill owners, particularly those working in National Forest timber. The book delves into crucial aspects of sawmill operation, including selecting the right site, managing labor, establishing a market for lumber, and maintaining essential equipment. The author emphasizes the importance of accurate cost keeping and proper organization, warning against common pitfalls that can lead to financial ruin. He also underscores the need for efficient logging practices, proper lumber grading, and the utilization of auxiliary products to maximize profits. The book is a fascinating historical snapshot of a vital industry, offering a glimpse into the challenges and opportunities faced by sawmill owners during a pivotal period of American economic development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332240692_0
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