Kåge Sawmill is a modern plant that is constantly developing and improving the efficiency of its operations. The sawmill is specialized in the production of high-quality spruce and pine products. Recent investments mean all logs can now be scanned and 100 percent of the raw forest material utilized.
“We now use 100 percent of the logs, as any residual products from sawing them are also put to good use. Bark, chips and sawdust are used as biofuel and heating by the sawmill, while any surplus is sent to the nearby district heating network”, says Joakim Larsson.
He adds:
“The timing of this investment couldn’t be more perfect. Because our products last for hundreds of years we can now maximize our revenues knowing that the more timber products we produce, the more we help the green transition. Just look at Bonnstan church village in Skellefteå and Lövånger church village. Both were built out of wood in the 17th century and are still in great condition even today”.
Norra Timber Industry Manager Henrik Jönsson is very happy the technology investments are now in place.
“The expansion of the new timber sorting facility represents a decisive technological advance for us at Norra Timber. We can now optimize our process and ensure the highest quality of our products thanks to our ability to trace every log”, he says.
A reconstruction of the grading mill intake has also been completed at Kåge Sawmill, which has increased capacity by as much as 10 percent.
