A hot saw is so named because the hot saw blade is always turning when the equipment is on and the felling head is engaged. The benefits of a hot saw are obvious, with the hot saw blade or disc always spinning, the stems are instantly cut without having to rely on the operator to engage the saw component of the head.
The choice of the felling head will be important, and the boom mounting system will be used in a wide range of different operations. This is a fast, agile and highly effective way to clear large areas of timber but still be selective. Most of the hot saw heads can handle trees up thirty inches in diameter.
This makes this logging equipment highly effective. It provides optimal control over tree selection, improves the quality of the cut and maximizes the amount of salvageable timber from all logs harvested. It is also a very operator-safe method of harvesting.
Blade Design
Each of the hot saw blade designs on the market is slightly different, which allows the operator to choose the blade or disc that is best for the specific conditions. These discs are the central component to the effectiveness of the equipment, so choosing for quality and the added value to cutting the timber is an important choice.
Most hot saw discs have their own specialized features that can make them a top choice for any operation. Some of the features or innovations that are offered by top manufacturers of hot saw blade models include:
- Deep gullets to allow more aggressive removal of chips from the cut area. This reduces wear on the disc and also increases cutting ability.
- Reversible – standard discs only allow the teeth to be mounted on one side. With the reversible disc the teeth can be mounted on both sides, doubling the life of the holder while also allowing for rotation direction to be changed.
- High torque ratings – this can boost the efficiency of the hot saw disc by up to 20%, adding to the speed of the operation and the number of loads produced per day.
- Heavy duty – two-leg heavy duty discs are designed for use in rough terrain and difficult working conditions. These discs will be able to stand up to high energy impacts more effectively than other disc designs.
In addition to the correct disc, it will also be important to choose the right teeth. Most of the discs can accommodate all types of teeth, but there are some restrictions to this general rule that need to be considered.
