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Trimmers
Trimmers
Maximize Your Yield with Every Cut
HMC trimmer systems are designed to deliver accurate, efficient end-trimming for small to mid-sized lumber operations. From straightforward hydraulic two-saw trimmers to high-production drop saw systems with PLC controls, HMC offers a trimmer solution for virtually any mill configuration — built with the rugged construction and low-maintenance design that HMC equipment is known for.
Models
Technical Specifications
Specification | ET10 High-Speed | ET10 Hydraulic | MDS50 |
|---|---|---|---|
Trimmer Type | Two saw trimmer | Two saw trimmer | Drop saw trimmer |
Frame | Tubular frame construction | Tubular frame construction | 12" x 12" x 1/2" wall tube |
Saws | 30" carbide | 30" carbide | 24" carbide on 1-15/16" saw arbors |
Saw Motors | 10 HP TEFC saw arbor motors | 10 HP TEFC saw arbor motors | 10 HP TEFC, with fused starters, pre-wired |
Saw Shifting | 5 HP variable speed electric vector drive; strands moved via #60 roller chain | Strands moved hydraulically via #60 roller chain | Pneumatic cylinders, 3-1/4" bore x 5-1/2" stroke; activated automatically by limit switch or manual push button |
Saw Motor Brake | Yes | Yes | — |
Feed Chains | #80 roller chain, powered via 3 HP variable speed drive | #80 roller chain, powered via hydraulic motor | 81X lugged chain on UHMW with 2-3/16" headshaft; 3 HP variable speed with automatic slowdown in thick material |
Hydraulic Power Pack | N/A | 5 HP TEFC motor, pump and hydraulic tank integrated in rear frame tube (does not include oil) | N/A |
Setworks | Programmable 18 button setworks | Pushbutton setworks on 1' increments | PLC-based automatic saw sequencing with Ethernet connection |
Controls / HMI | HMI for set-up and programming | Starters and pushbutton controls | PLC with Ethernet; programmable for custom functions |
Thickness Sensor | Electronic thickness sensor to slow feed chains when sawing cants | N/A | Automatic slowdown in thick material |
Capacity | — | — | Maximum cut 8" thick, pass 10" thick; length 4' - 16' or 4' - 20' on 1' increments |
Wiring | Moveable strand wiring in cable carrier; drive enclosure with disconnect, includes 25' cabling; pre-wired and tested at factory | Moveable strand wiring in cable carrier; pre-wired and tested at factory | Pre-wired and tested at factory |
Features
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