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EdgerView™ – Advanced Virtual Operator Interface for Sawmills

Enhance sawmill efficiency with real-time video imaging and dynamic sawline adjustments.

Introduction & Overview

What is EdgerView™?

EdgerView™ is a cutting-edge virtual operator interface that combines live video imaging with adjustable sawlines, seamlessly integrating with your Setworks PLC. Designed for both green and dry mills, it empowers operators to make visual grade overrides and manually adjust sawlines for optimal recovery.

Who is it for?

EdgerView™ is ideal for sawmills and lumber processing facilities aiming to enhance precision, efficiency, and product quality in their operations.

Why it matters?

Traditional laser-based systems often require dimly lit environments and can obstruct the operator's view. EdgerView™ eliminates the need for lasers, providing a clearer view of the machine outfeed and enabling operators to easily detect defects and wane, leading to improved safety and productivity.

Key Features & Capabilities

EdgerView™ offers a range of advanced features designed to enhance precision, efficiency, and ease of operation in sawmill processing.

Live Video Imaging

Displays real-time video feed with superimposed, movable sawlines, allowing operators to visualize and adjust cuts dynamically.

Seamless PLC Integration

Interfaces directly with Setworks PLCs, ensuring smooth communication and control.

Manual Grade Override

Enables operators to make on-the-fly grade adjustments, enhancing product quality and yield.

Laser-Free Operation

Removes the necessity for lasers, improving visibility and eliminating the need for darkened work environments.

Versatile Compatibility

Can be integrated with optimized edgers, prepositioning systems, dual-sided infeeds, and gang edgers, offering flexibility across various setups.

Enhance Sawmill Precision & Efficiency
Take control of your lumber processing with EdgerView™—a cutting-edge virtual operator interface designed for optimal sawline accuracy and grade recovery.
  • Real-Time Video Imaging & Adjustments
  • Laser-Free Operation for Better Visibility
  • Seamless Integration with Setworks PLCs
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Benefits & ROI

Implementing EdgerView™ in your sawmill operations offers numerous advantages:

Increased Yield

Accurate sawline adjustments and grade overrides lead to optimal recovery and reduced waste.

Enhanced Operator Safety

Improved visibility eliminates the need for darkened environments, reducing eye strain and potential hazards.

Cost Savings

Eliminating laser equipment reduces maintenance costs and energy consumption.

Improved Product Quality

Precise control over cuts ensures consistent, high-quality outputs.

How It Works

Understanding how EdgerView™ integrates into your workflow helps maximize its potential for improving lumber processing efficiency.

Real-Time Video Feed

EdgerView™ captures live video of the lumber as it approaches the saw.

Dynamic Sawline Overlay

Movable sawlines are superimposed onto the video feed, providing a visual guide for operators.

Operator Adjustments

Operators can manually adjust sawlines and make grade overrides directly through the interface.

PLC Communication

The system communicates adjustments to the Setworks PLC, executing precise cuts as per operator inputs.

Versatile Integration

Compatible with various mill configurations, including optimized edgers, gang edgers and non-optimized edgers, for seamless adoption.

Technical Specifications

EdgerView™ is engineered with robust hardware and software capabilities, ensuring seamless integration with existing mill systems.

Compatibility

Integrates with Setworks PLCs and supports prepositioning systems, dual-sided infeed systems or standard positioning on the infeed rollcase.

Video System

High-resolution ethernet cameras provide clear, real-time imaging.

Software

User-friendly interface with customizable sawline adjustments and grade override capabilities. Quickly and easily calibrate using a simple calibration procedure.

Maintenance

Designed for minimal upkeep, with no laser equipment requiring regular calibration or replacement.

Supported Products for EdgerView™

To ensure seamless integration and optimal performance, EdgerView™ is designed to work with a range of industry-leading automation and vision technology products, including:

JAI Ethernet Cameras

High-performance industrial cameras that provide superior imaging for real-time sawline visualization and optimization.

Delta Motion Controllers

Advanced motion control solutions that ensure precise and synchronized movement for saw positioning and cutting.

Rockwell Automation PLC

Reliable and scalable programmable logic controllers that power the automation of EdgerView™ and its integration with other mill-wide control systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to our most frequently asked questions.

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By eliminating the need for lasers and darkened environments, EdgerView™ enhances visibility, reducing eye strain and potential workplace hazards.

Yes, EdgerView™ is designed to interface seamlessly with Setworks PLCs, optimized edgers, prepositioning systems, single and dual-sided infeeds.

The system is very user-friendly and operators receive comprehensive training to utilize the intuitive interface effectively, enabling them to make precise adjustments and grade overrides confidently.

Absolutely, EdgerView™ is engineered to perform optimally in both green and dry mill environments.

Automation & Electronics offers ongoing support, including remote assistance and regular software updates, to ensure continuous, efficient operation.

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Let’s Enhance Your Sawmill Operations Together

Ready to upgrade your existing system or develop a new automated process? Automation & Electronics is your trusted partner in precision industrial automation.

Contact us today to discuss how EdgerView™ can optimize your operations for efficiency, safety, and long-term success.

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