MC-Pro 1500
Transverse Moisture Density Sorter
 

 

Overview

The MC-Pro 1500 can be used in the Sawmill to presort lumber
for kiln drying or on the planer infeed to drop out wet boards.

  • Presort green lumber for improved kiln drying
  • Full contact sensors for optimum accuracy
  • Automatic adjustment for temperature and humidity
  • Self adjusting for various thickness'
  • System automatically adjusts for frozen wood
  • Easy interface with sawmill sorter lines

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System Description

  • Electronic based sensing system injects electric field into the wood from the sensors riding on top and beneath the wood
  • Sensors on both faces of the wood gives accurate readings of piece
  • System uses both moisture and density to calculate wet readings
  • Little or no adjustments between summer and winter conditions
  • Robust system - Low maintenance costs
  • Easy calibration - one pass with the supplied calibration piece
  • Handles line speeds of 200+ pieces per minute
  • Surface moisture does not play a significant role in the readings
  • Systems in operation across Canada, the US, and Australia

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Specifications

  • Input Power: 120/220 VAC (50 or 60 Hz) No special filtering required
  • Max stock thickness: 6 inches
  • Line speed: 200+ pcs/min
  • Interface to PLC: Switched outputs (AC/DC)
  • Max# of stocks: 36
  • Max# of MD sorts per stock: 4
  • Width/Thickness detect: Online photocells
  • Or direct input from PLC Calibration: 1 pass auto calibrate

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