2017 International Forest Industries Magazines June July 2017 | Page 91

Integrated Log Loader MyMill™ - Changing the way you work USNR’s Integrated Log Loader is positioned at the last step in the log feeder, and precisely manages the gap between logs. MyMill is a new software suite developed by USNR that enables mill personnel to interact with mill equipment using mobile devices, such as iPads and iPods. This new mobile functionality will change the landscape of today’s modern mills. 6-Deck Jet Veneer Dryer - time lapse construction Murray Timber 4-sided canting log breakdown line This new 6-deck jet veneer dryer, located at Martco, Chopin, LA, is the largest dryer to date in the southern yellow pine region. This dryer will accomplish the equivalent production of two dryers, reducing labor costs by one-half. At the same time it will reduce thermal energy consumption by 10%, and exhaust fugitive emissions by 15%. This mill is located in Ireland. The dryer was erected off-line, and once complete it was towed into place and connected to all services under a projected expedited schedule. This allowed Martco the advantage of choosing the optimum time to disrupt its production schedule to install the additional capacity, and allowed the plant to utilize the existing building structure to house the new dryer. www.usnr.com