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Stay-Log (Half round) Lathe

Premier Stay-Log:  The patented Premier Stay-Log will increase your yield by 2% to 7%, according to client reports.  This increase is possible  because our stay-log allows the operator to slice down to a 1" thick core (compared to existing cores of 1 5/16")

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We can design a Stay-Log to fit your existing half round machine, no matter the make or length!

The Premier Stay-Log will also decrease your shim sheets.  This is accomplished by using patented t-bolt dogging units, which are directly opposed and placed on six inch centers along the length of the stay-log.  The Stay-Log is fabricated from plate steel, which is much more rigid than existing stay-logs.

The Premier T-Bolt dogging units are made from stainless steel for longevity, and a bronze flanged thrust bushing holds the dog on either side of the gear teeth, which is an integral part of the assembly.  The dogs are turned by two gear racks, which each run half the length of the stay-log.  Each rack is operated by a hydraulic cylinder and activated by the same lever by the operator as your existing stay-log machine.

* Hydraulic Knife Clamps:  Excellent quality edges are imperative in the hardwood veneer industry.  That's why we have found hydraulic knife clamps arre a valuable addition to any veneer machine.  On the average, this modification takes knife change times from 30 minutes to about 8 minutes.  After getting the knife bed machined, the alloy steel knife clamps are hung on hugh strength picot bolts.  Behind each clamp is a heavy duty high pressure hydraulic cylinder.  They are supplied with oil from your existing hydraulic unit, oor if you choose, from a stand alone hydraulic unit just for the clamping system.

*  Helical Gear Conversion:  This conversion upgrades your existing slicer gears to a helical design putting the teeth on a 25° angle.  This increases the contact area, extending life and increasing the load carrying capacity of teh gear set.  The angle additionally cuts down on the noise and transmits the power smoother and more efficiently.  Gears are cast from high strength ductile iron while the pinion is made from hardened alloy steel.

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*  Roller Bearing Conversion:  This is normally installed in conjunction with the Helical Gear Conversion.  It puts all of the rolling elements ( gear shafts, pinion shaft and both ends of the tie rods) in double row spherical bearings.  The gear and pinion shaft bearings are located in heavy duty sealed pillow block housings, while the tie rod bearings are enclosed in a sealed cavity built into the end of the cast alloy rods.

Premier Gear & Machine Works manufactures a complete line of parts and accessories for your stay-log (half round) machine.  We can custom design each part according to the size and make of your machine.  While we manufacture the below, let us know if we can accommodate you in another way to make your stay-log better.

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