Dedicated Wide Slabber

High value timber
The Dedicated Wide Slabber (DWS) is not a swingmill like the rest of the range; its sole purpose is to cut logs into wide slabs using a chainsaw-style bar.

Our DWS comes complete with it’s own motor, bar and chain fitted within our large 1.8m production frame. It allows a much faster speed ratio than other slabber’s, using a 404 ripping, or multi skip tooth chain. It is consequently easier to push, faster at cutting, uses less fuel, is less likely to burn your bar, and has a longer chain life.

If you already have a large frame Peterson mill and are wanting to produce slabs commercially, the DWS unit can sit on the other end of your existing sawmill tracks, (which may be extended); so that you can quickly change from dimensional sawing, to slabbing and back on the same log

The automatic feed option
The DWS can be upgraded to an automated slabbing machine when fit in the ASM track set-up. Upgrading to automation with the DWS is the most efficient way of getting accurate valuable slabs with minimal effort.

Dedicated Wide Slabber (DWS)

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Standard Feature (ASM / WPF) – Single Point Sizing

FEATURE: Raise and lower from one position

Standard Feature (WPF) – Rigid Track System

FEATURE: Tracks allow for unlimited extensions

Standard Feature (ASM) – Upgrade (WPF) – Electric Winch

OPTIONAL: Vertical sizing at the push of a button

Standard Feature (ASM) – Upgrade (WPF) – Hi/Lo Tracks

OPTIONAL: Ultra-efficient Hi/Lo Track Set-up

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Specifications

Motor Petrol Motors: 20hp, 24hp Honda, 25hp, 27hp Kohler
Models DWS ATS and DWS WPF
Chain 404 ripping or double/multi skip tooth
Maximum Cut 12″ (0.3m) deep up to 4′ (1.2m) wide
9″ (0.2m) deep up to 5′ (1.5m) wide
Max. Log Diameter 5′ (1.5m)
Max. log length 20′ (6m)
Average Production 6 – 30 slabs per hour, depending on specs

Accessories for the DWS

Track Extensions Hi/Lo Track Extensions
Automatic Feed Option Electric Winch
Tachometer

Weight Breakdown

The DWS unit breaks down easily and quickly into smaller parts for incredible portability and fits easily into the back of your ute/pick-up truck.

Main Carriage 230kg 507lb
ATS: 2x 2.85m and 2x 5.7m
WPF: 4x 4.2m
2 x Skids @12kg each 24kg 53lb
2 x Track Levelers @ 5kg each 10kg 22lb
Total 366kg 807lb
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