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woodbusiness.caMay 14, 2019

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Joe Scan

Sawmill Scanning Simplified with JoeScan's new JS-50

Lineal? Transverse? The new JoeScan JS-50 can do it all. New features include:
   • Two cameras find steep wane and see around flights
   • Single cable to connect
   • Smaller, faster, and even easier to use
This scanner delivers across your whole line. Contact JoeScan to learn how the JS-50 can help simplify scanning at your sawmill. » Learn more

Optisaw

OptiSaw 2019 is just around the corner!

Taking place in Richmond, B.C. on June 13, OptiSaw is a time-effective and affordable learning and networking opportunity for those driving the future of sawmilling operations. Sessions will include:
• Examples of automation and robotics from other industries, and how they can be applied to our industry.
• Trends and cutting edge solutions from Europe, where manpower and fibre costs have been driving this for decades.
• Insights into some scanning and optimization technology trials now underway.
• Optimization techniques that go beyond the individual log, looking at real-time market and inventory feedback loops.
• Case studies of new technology and processes being implemented in mills today

PLUS: Opportunities to network with colleagues and a select group of sponsor technology providers. » Reserve your seat today!

Wood Products Safety Summit

Wood Products Safety Summit

The Wood Pellet Association of Canada, together with Canadian Forest Industries, Canadian Biomass, and Pulp & Paper Canada, will be hosting this year's Wood Products Safety Summit in Prince George, BC on June 11, 2019. The event will be held at the Prince George Civic Centre 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Wood Products Safety Summit is targeted at all forestry manufacturing sectors including lumber, OSB, pellets, and pulp. The program will benefit production personnel, maintenance staff, and management/senior executives. We will also have attendance from industry suppliers such as insurance providers, equipment manufacturers, engineering companies and all those who benefits from a safer forest sector.
» Seats are limited, so book early to secure your Summit pass!

Questions about our Wood Business Connects, e-mail: Ross Anderson, Associate Publisher or Josée Crevier, Québec Sales.