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Log Yard: Sawmill's ”Black Hole” or Optimized Data Stream?

Saw productivity begins long before the first log reaches the saw infeed. Yet, for many sawmills, the log yard remains a logistical challenge, where efficiency relies on drivers' memory and manual tracking. Finnos Log Yard Control changes this paradigm: it makes the log yard a transparent, managed, and mathematically optimized part of the sawmill's operation.

It's not just about inventory management, but a navigation system for wheel loader operators that eliminates unnecessary driving kilometers and costly errors.

From chaos to a controlled map view

Log Yard Control offers drivers a real-time map and table view of the entire log yard. Instead of drivers searching for the right bundles, the system precisely shows:

  • Fill level of silos and chiplogs: Real-time monitoring ensures that the log yard operates optimally.
  • Intelligent warehouse: The inventory can be tracked by the age of the logs, quantity (in pieces or cubic meters), and wood species. This ensures that raw materials are circulated in the correct order and that no batch is left to age at the back of the yard.
  • Automatic alerts: The system immediately warns of incorrect stock transfers, preventing raw materials from being mixed from the very beginning.

Optimized logistics saves fuel and time

Every unnecessary trip driven by a wheel loader is a direct cost. Log Yard Control offers route optimization based on driving analysis, guiding the driver along the most efficient route. When automatic load identification is added to this, the possibility of human error is minimized, and operations speed up significantly.

Additionally, the driver can monitor the video feed directly from the saw feed, which helps anticipate feed needs without unnecessary waiting or delays.

Comprehensive solution – Including hardware

Finnos doesn't just deliver software. Log Yard Control is a turnkey solution that includes all the necessary hardware for wheel loaders. It's designed to withstand harsh industrial use and integrates seamlessly with the rest of the sawmill's control system.

When the log yard is under control, the entire sawmill operates more smoothly. Log Yard Control ensures the right log is in the right place at the right time – without unnecessary driving and guesswork.

Do you want to stop log yard errors, unnecessary driving, and take control of your log yard?

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