It's no secret that any woodworking machine costs a lot of money, including maintenance and parts costs, so every machine should be carefully protected, even in such harsh and difficult conditions as in the wood industry. One way to protect all equipment in the line is to inspect all logs with a log metal detector to prevent metal objects from getting into other stages of processing. Read on to find out why this is important for the development of your business.

Insurance for your equipment

A well-designed and supported log metal detector system is a necessary component of the production process of any modern woodworking company. It not only protects expensive equipment from damage caused by metallic objects but also ensures the continuous operation of the production process. The separation mechanism on the conveyor belt automatically separates contaminated products without stopping the processing line. You should look at this log metal detector system as an insurance policy that is sure to quickly pay for itself by preventing your company from costly downtime and machinery repairs.

Things to consider before purchasing

Although the detectors can recognize and detect all types of metal: Ferrous (magnetic), Non-Ferrous (non-magnetic), and Stainless Steel, there is still no 100% guarantee of the metal absence in the manufacturing facility. There are many ways in which metal can get into production, such as during cleaning, through equipment damage, or by employee carelessness.

As with any valuable production equipment, there are a few things to consider before purchasing a metal detector to find the solution that works best for you.

• Can it be installed right after debarker? It would reduce the number of nuisance trips.
• How can the contaminated log be removed from the conveying line once it is detected?
• Will it be possible to allocate enough space for both the metal detector itself and the fiberglass / non-metallic conveyor section?
• What equipment and devices will be near the metal detector and will the equipment not interfere with each other?

Regardless of the purchase of a new or used log metal detector, it is a worthwhile investment that protects your whole production line from unwanted damage and unnecessary expenses. You will find the best solutions at Swedabo.se, which is an internationally known distributor and manufacturer of equipment for the woodworking industry.