The concrete foundation and steel framework of the headrig incorporates a temperature control system that continually circulates 58-degree water to eliminate any fluctuation in sawing precision due to expansion or contraction of the foundation and framework. This controlled atmosphere maintains the extreme accuracy level demanded by our manufacturing philosophy — another quality control innovation from Seneca.

Optimum production achieved through advanced technology

Each progressive step maximizes our production of superior lumber. After the initial sawing of each log, cants are rapidly moved in two directions to expedite production. Cants produced at the headrig are then broken down into nominal two-inch thicknesses of dimension lumber by twin resaws.

Separation equipment, patented by Seneca for our special needs, maintains a smooth and constant flow of lumber.

Accuracy means quality

Consistent control of our sawing environment and equipment are two main elements in our successful production. We use thinner saws than our competition, and sharpen them in a vibration-free room to achieve precision accuracy. High-strain, thin-kerf sawing offers the highest accuracy, resulting in more lumber and less sawdust, which in turn promotes conservation of wood fiber for high-value production.

Our mill technicians and support personnel demand all the perfection our state-of-the-art equipment can deliver. We believe there are no better trained employees in the industry. This enables Seneca to maintain high standards of quality control.

Flying Saw / Edger ensures consistent yield

Our Flying Saw/Edger optimizer is another one of the patented processes developed by Seneca.

Lumber to be trimmed or resawed is dropped to a separate conveyor which merry-go-rounds it to further refinements.

The automatic sorter segregates the lumber by lengths and widths. The outfeed end of the sorter stacks lumber to be picked up by a carrier for transport to the Planer.