Overview of Butt Reducers

Butt reducers, also known as root butt reducers, are designed to round off the conical ends of logs. SEGEM manufactures these reducers to be integrated into existing installations, enhancing the efficiency and performance of downstream sawing lines. They also complement SEGEM's log yards, supporting high throughput, especially when feeding canter lines.

Product Description and Features

• Function: Rounding off the cone-shaped ends of logs to improve processing.
• Integration: Designed for seamless integration into existing wood processing lines.
• Application: Suitable for enhancing log yards and feeding canter lines at high capacities.

Models and Technical Specifications

Components and Options

• Electrical Panel (Coffret électrique): Controls the operation of the reducer.
• Pressing Arm (Presseur): Applies pressure to logs during processing.
• Feeding Mechanism (Entraînement): Drives the logs into the reducer.
• Rosses Head (Tête fraise): The cutting head responsible for shaping the log ends.
• Options: Articulated chain for enhanced log handling, and kickers (left and/or right) for ejecting processed logs.

Dimensional Range

The reducers accommodate a range of dimensions with minimum and maximum values as follows:

• Dimension A: 1300 mm (min) to 2000 mm (max)
• Dimension B: 2600 mm (min) to 3200 mm (max)
• Dimension C: 5100 mm (min) to 16200 mm (max)

Important Notes

Photos and information provided are indicative and may vary. The equipment is designed to handle logs with diameters ranging from 150 mm to 400 mm minimum and up to 1200 mm maximum depending on the model. Power requirements and number of cutting tools vary by model to suit different operational needs.

Summary of Critical Parameters

• Log length capacity: 2 to 12 meters
• Diameter range: 150 mm to 1200 mm
• Weight range: 6000 to 10000 kg
• Power: 37 kW to less than 55 kW
• Number of cutting tools: 24 to 40

This equipment is essential for wood processing facilities aiming to optimize log preparation and improve downstream sawing efficiency.