Turbosawmill compared with other Swing-blade designs & the Bandsaw Mill

Experience the efficiency of Turbosawmill, where timber is extracted directly from the log, requiring only a single handling without the need for turning. In contrast, a bandsaw necessitates substantial turning, re-handling, and re-edging processes. To compete effectively with Turbo, a bandsaw must incorporate a fully hydraulic system along with an additional edger to enhance production. Turbo sets a new standard in streamlined sawmilling, minimizing handling steps and maximizing productivity.

Turbo excels at cutting straight timber consistently, even as the blade dulls, in stark contrast to the finicky nature of a bandsaw. While there are bandsaw experts, mastering its nuances demands a significant investment of time due to the myriad variables involved—supplier quality, tooth set, lubrication, hook angle, and tension. You also need to develop an intuitive feel for the cut to detect signs of dulling before it impacts your boards.

In contrast, Turbosawmill simplifies the process by progressively diminishing tension in the log as it saws through. Bandsaws, on the other hand, grapple with log tension, often requiring four rotations and slabs to mitigate the issue. Here's where Turbo shines—experience becomes less critical, delivering consistent results without the intricate adjustments needed with a bandsaw.

Turbo generates shavings—ideal for farm or garden use and even perfect for crafting briquettes. Remarkably, there's minimal dust emitted from the mill, making the use of a mask unnecessary.

In contrast, bandsaws produce dust, which can be harmful to health. Using a mask is advisable. Additionally, the dust from bandsaws isn't useful and tends to turn into mud, creating a less favorable and less versatile byproduct. Choose Turbo for a cleaner and more practical sawmilling experience.

Utilizing Turbo is a straightforward process—power the saw down the log horizontally, swing the blade, and return the mill to create a fully edged board. Methodically saw each board according to your cut list.

In contrast, a bandsaw demands more intricate planning—remove four sides, reduce the log into slabs, set aside the slabs, and calculate how to re-saw them into your cut list without wasting timber. Turbo simplifies the sawmilling journey, offering a more streamlined and efficient approach.

Enhance your Turbo capabilities by adding a slabbing system, allowing you to effortlessly cut oversized logs into table slabs. In contrast, a bandmill is often constrained by its cut width, limiting its versatility in handling larger logs. Turbo offers adaptability and expanded possibilities for a diverse range of sawmilling needs.

Turbo effortlessly handles logs of any diameter, providing unmatched versatility. In contrast, a bandmill is constrained by the limitations of log diameter, restricting its adaptability in comparison to Turbo. Choose the sawmill that doesn't limit you—choose Turbo for unrestricted sawing possibilities.

The Turbo stands out as a comprehensive system, offering a much more competitively priced kit. In contrast, a bandsaw necessitates hydraulics for log elevation onto the deck, rolling, alignment, and handling. Additionally, investing in an edger mill becomes essential, revealing that without it, the bandsaw demands considerably more effort and labor. Turbo provides an all-in-one solution, simplifying your sawmilling experience and ensuring a more cost-effective investment.