CASE STUDY
Automated Grader for Sawmills
We redesigned and developed an automated grader for sawmills, enhancing the performance of a proven technology.
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Next Generation Industry-Leading Automated Grader for Sawmills
Company
Industry
Forest
Sector
Solid Wood Product Manufacturing
Product Type
Physical Product
Expertise
Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Innovation Strategy, UX Design
Advanced Board Planing Classification
The GradExpert™ uses geometric and imaging data to generate complete board planing classifications, achieving a throughput of up to 260 boards per minute.
To improve speed and detection capabilities, version 2.0 updates include an integrated high-definition end camera, 3DPro laser heads, and simulation tools, achieving speeds of up to 2,000 pieces per minute.
A Redesigned Frame for Improved Ergonomics and Efficiency
For version 2.0, our industrial design team developed concepts to redesign the frame, make ergonomic improvements, and simplify installation and maintenance.
An Enhanced Optical System
The redesign process completely overhauled the optical system, replacing the fluorescent lighting system with LEDs.
A Successful Product Even Better in Version 2.0
By collaborating with CLEIO to design and develop GradExpert 2.0, Comact was able to upgrade performance and give a new look to proven technology.
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