Is buying a sawmill worth it?

Portable sawmills are worth it, particularly if you have a steady supply of reliable timber. Portable sawmills come in all shapes and sizes, some of which are run in conjunction with a household ladder and a chainsaw.

How long does a portable sawmill last?

(Refer to end of this article to see how much we’ve made from selling/crafting with scraps.) A well cared for bandsaw mill can last you over 10 years. Taking the time to maintain and protect your sawmill is worth it.

Where are Norwood sawmills built?

Where are Norwood Sawmills built? Norwoods are quality-made in the U.S.A. and Canada. Other companies try to fool you – They claim their mills are “built” here and hope you don’t put two-and-two together.

When did the Thomas portable bandsaw mills start?

The company spent the next 20+ years doing custom designed jobs of rugged steel farm equipment, as well as selling different types of portable bandsaws. His son Jon joined the company full time in 1997. We started manufacturing the Thomas Portable Bandsaw Mills.

Where can I find a portable sawmill Directory?

Welcome to Wood-Mizer’s Online Sawyer Directory. Start by selecting your state and clicking “Search” to find local portable sawmill services in your area.

Is the Thomas Edger a portable bandsaw mill?

The company now produces a variety of bandsaws, which are reasonably priced, easy to operate, large capacity, portable and very durable, we also produce two models of the Thomas Edger. After extensive development we created a more feature packed and heavier mill than we had before.

What are the dimensions of a portable saw mill?

The portable saw mill can handle logs up to 20 in. diameter and flat stock up to 20 in. wide. This dependable portable saw mill is designed to be used with regular unleaded gasoline. Maximum log diameter: 20 in. Maximum board width: 20 in.