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July 2021 #13264 Page #19
The Benefit of Spida’s Lumber Optimization Sean Hubbard Spida Machinery
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s the lumber commodity remains exponentially higher than the previous 5 years, we all question the sanity behind the market. We also ask ourselves: how can we remain competitive within our own markets?
Figure 1: https://www.nasdaq.com/market-activity/commodities/lbs. Lumber optimization begins at the forestry level, managing the plantations for 40 years or more and ensuring each tree produces the highest yield. The next stage is optimization at the saw mill, where 3D lumber scanners and other forms of technology are utilized so mills can produce the best yield for their own financial gain. Then, some Component Manufacturers are also managing their return on inventory using lumber optimization software produced by equipment suppliers or other industry suppliers. Lumber optimization for our industry was originally developed to get the most out of each piece of timber, minimizing the handling process while nesting cuts, thereby diminishing waste and processing time. Continued next page
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