Primary Breakdown

RT³ - Real Time for Real Trees with Real Shape, our newest generation primary log breakdown system, has evolved from scores of primary breakdown optimization systems supplied by Porter. RT³ incorporates high definition scan data from multipoint laser scanners and the latest VMEbus processors to provide accurate true shape log profiling and computer modeling. The highest recovery and value for each log is thus achieved.

Porter has developed RT³ Primary Breakdown Software for shifting, skewing and tilting canters, end-doggers, sharp chains, Chip-n-Saws^TM and twin and quad band primary breakdown systems.

Porter systems are custom tailored to your mill. Upstream and downstream processes, mechanical design, markets and special needs are analyzed and incorporated into the system hardware and software.

Integration with Log Bucking

Since the introduction of RT² - Real Time for Real Trees optimization software for primary log breakdown in the 1980's, Porter has continued to develop scanning and optimization systems that integrate with our Optimized Log Bucking software.

By bringing forward downstream canter and sawing solutions and combining it with sweep and crook scanning, more accurate log modeling allows for increased recovery and value at the bucking stage.

Features of RT³

Porter systems are completely customized for your mill, accurately modeling downstream and upstream processes.
High scan rate, high density multipoint laser scanners
Open standard, scalable VMEbus scanning/optimization computer
Precision log modeling
Exhaustive search algorithm, optimum solution provided for every log
Optimum log rotation solution with risk analysis and accuracy reporting
Optimize for value, recovery or product mix
Lumber sizes in metric, imperial or a combination
Full wane rule modeling
Lumber values can be entered in $/MFbm, cents per piece or $/cubic meters
Common User Interface, with texture mapping 3D graphics, across all Porter Optimization systems
Customized mill management reports
On-line context sensitive help
Remote system support through modem or Internet / VPN
System Diagnostics

Powerful RT³ Simulation Program

RT³ empowers the user to run off-line simulations to determine what effects parameter changes (price, target size, kerf, product mix, etc.) have on value, recovery and resulting lumber mix without actually processing the timber. A single log, a portion of or a complete shift of logs may be simulated and the results can be view in report form and/or graphically.

Specifications

Scanning/Optimization Computer: Open-standard, scalable VMEbus based, utilizing latest computer technologies

Full Profile Scanners: High scan rate, high density, multipoint laser scanners with frame and blower assembly

Graphical User Interface PC: Current technology with large flat panel monitors, Microsoft Windows and Office, Disk Management and Antivirus Software

Simulation PC: Current technology with large flat panel monitor, Microsoft Windows and Office, Disk Management and Antivirus Software

Solution Monitors: Flat panel displays for operator and machine outfeed

Computer Cabinet: Dust, oil and water tight and cooled with a high efficiency air conditioner

Encoders: Bidirectional, custom built by Porter with 5/8" diameter stainless steel shaft and a cast steel enclosure

Documentation: Operating Manuals, Interconnection Diagrams, Wiring Schedules, Electrical Schematics and Component Layouts provided in hard copy and/or electronic format

Porter offers many levels of product support to ensure your continued satisfaction with our systems:

Free telephone technical support for the life of the system including troubleshooting your system over modem or Internet / VPN
24 hour Service Support Cell
Spare optimization parts stocked at our Richmond facility