Peterson mill designer and factory manager, Chris Browne has added four containers to their yard in Rotorua, to be used as storage for mill components. The ground is also being concreted to provide a clean, solid surface for assembling and testing sawmills.
These changes allow for more space in the factory where the sawmills are welded, fitted and fabricated.
Although Peterson’s build time has increased from its standard 6 weeks, the company is still able to provide new sawmills to customers much faster than many of their competitors.
“We have had reports that other sawmill manufacturers are now taking orders for completion in 2022,” says Peterson Sales Manager, Aaron Kalan. “At present, we are sitting at a build time of 14 weeks which means customers will still receive their new sawmill in 2021.”
Aaron is confident that even if the build time does increase, customers who are looking for a high quality, efficient custom built sawmill will wait for a Peterson.
“People who have done their research can see that Peterson is top-of-the-line. Our products are refined and built to a high standard, and that’s also why our time frames aren’t getting shorter,” assures Aaron. “So I do recommend that if you’re wanting to start making sawdust and building your future before the year is out, you confirm your order now.”
