Is it still retirement when you live in the bush?
On 44 acres of a wooded lot in the township of Dalhousie, in Eastern Ontario, George Fisher has made a comfortable retirement for himself....
Cyber Monday Sawyer Christmas Wish List
Buying gifts for a portable sawmill owner has got to be one of the easiest things in the world; at least for me. There...
Running Your Sawmill in the Summer Heat
It’s August, which means there is about a month of sweltering summer heat left. If you’re working outdoors with a chainsaw mill or portable...
Portable Sawmill Support Equipment
When people consider buying a portable sawmill, they often overlook the importance of support equipment. While the mill itself is a major investment, you...
Where and How Can I Sell the Lumber I Cut on My Sawmill?
The best part about running a portable sawmill is being out on a beautiful day with a light breeze at your back (blowing the...
Slabbing Big Logs for Big Profits with Your Portable Band Sawmill
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Easy tips and tricks to mill wide planks and slabs from high-value logs.
A portable band sawmill is the only way to unlock the value,...
How Long Should Your Band Saw Blade Last?
That depends on a number of factors. I generally cut about 600 board feet of oak on a manual band saw mill, if the...
Slabs & Sawdust – One Person’s Sawmill “Waste” is Another’s Opportunity
One of the most common issues for sawyers is what to do with all the waste. While band sawmills produce less than half the...
Portable Sawmills, Kerf Ratings and Your Profits
Portable sawmill operators are always looking for ways to maximize efficiency and increase profits, while keeping their costs down. That’s why it is important...
Sawing Oddball Logs
One of the greatest joys of running a sawmill (in addition to exercise and fresh air), is opening up a log to see the...
