Board scanner for rip-cut optimization of wood plank processing lines
BestCut M2 in our ZippyScan series is an AI-powered, high-resolution rip-cutting optimization system designed to maximize yield and efficiency in wood processing. Leveraging high-performance computing (HPC) and AI-driven defect recognition, it ensures precise optimization for green and dry wood without requiring optical adjustments. The system considers downstream costs, order fulfillment, packaging, and wood chip prices to enhance profitability. With 2D optimization for up to eight moving saw blades and customizable surface quality definitions, BestCut M2 delivers exceptional precision and flexibility for lumber processing.
The BestCut M2 is equipped with cutting-edge 3D and visual sensors, accurately analyzing boards up to 700 mm wide while minimizing false positives. Digital twin technology, available in cloud or edge-based solutions, revolutionizes sawmill operations with real-time data insights, scenario analysis, and seamless parameter updates for improved yield and reduced costs.
One way to implement the most valuable cutting strategy is to use the M4 beam cut optimization system upstream. Then the whole chain of cutting decisions is automated and optimized to get most of the value out of the raw material at the same time while saving on human costs and ensuring uninterrupted and efficient utilization of equipment and material. The system can be integrated into existing sawmill equipment to replace human operations or be part of the new, fully automatic line. The system analyses billions of possible cutting lists to select the best by value, thus far surpassing human possibilities.
How does it work?
Highlights
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M2 scans and analyzes wood planks from two sides and generates the best cut based on visible wood properties in every plane against your quality classes, required products for each thickness, product prices and sizes.
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M2 is part of the sawmill ripcutting process and controls the positioning in the saw and its blade position against the incoming board.
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As a result, the board is automatically cut into the wood planks in the most efficient and valuable way delivering extra value from the source material at the same time.
Real-time optimization ensures the best value from any wood by selecting the best from the billions of potential combinations.
Uses your current product prices, downstream costs and specs for all your products. Multi-class selection possible at the same batch.
Handles different thicknesses at the same time of raw wood planks by measuring the thickness before optimization
+10% against human operations
+300% against the human-operated line
Recognizes all significant artifacts of the wood - knots, bark, decay, etc.
Realtime statistical data output and possible to combine with digital twin expansion to forecast different scenarios without material waste.
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