McDonough Blog

Elmsdale Lumber Company has engaged McDonough Manufacturing for what will be a complete sawmill modernization over the summers of 2022 and 2023. This project will see upgrades to both primary and secondary sawing systems designed to increase both capacity and more importantly yield. The utilization of some of the most modern optimization systems available will ensure that all of the new sawing machinery will yield the highest possible volumes of quality lumber from every piece processed.

We're often asked, “When should I grind my wheels?” While there is no clear cut answer, a general rule of thumb is once every two to three years if you are running a single shift or .005” wear. Some mills do it once a year and some do it once every five years. You don’t want to find yourself fighting filing room problems and find out your wheels are not flat.

To check your wheels, place a machined straight edge across the face of the wheel. Make sure you insert a feeler gauge between the wheel and the straight edge to get an exact measurement. A little light can be very deceiving when trying to estimate wear on a wheel, so we recommend using a feeler gauge. To ensure your straight edge is accurate, rotate the straight edge 180 degrees and remeasure. If the gap is more than .005”, it is time to call McDonough to assist you in grinding your wheels.

McDonough has recently begun work on a new AutoMAXX resaw system, a revolutionary machine that re-imagines what a resaw can do. The AutoMAXX system combines physical controls with a visual operator interface, high-quality digital imaging and optimization to maximize yield of grade and input.

McDonough Canada recently welcomed Brayden Johnston, Fredericton High School co-op student, to our shop through the Co-op Education 120 program. This program is designed for students who want to explore potential career opportunities through self-assessment and workplace experience.

McDonough has been a leading supplier of band mills for more than 100 years. With knowledge and experience dating back to the 1880s, McDonough’s band mills are built with time-tested features to meet ever-evolving customer and industry needs.

Precision and Premium Duty 36-inch, 42-inch and 48-inch Opening Carriages

Affectionately known around the shop as 'Zoom Zoom', Austin Legacy has been with McDonough Canada since 2019. Currently the plasma table operator, Austin's nickname comes from the speed at which he zooms around the shop, and his infectious energy and positivity toward his work. 

McDonough Canada is completing work on an edger and reman unit project for a customer, ready to ship this month. Consisting of three custom edgers and a reman unit, the edgers are smaller than our standard edgers and are capable of handling much shorter pieces. With over 60 edger systems under our belts, McDonough can provide you with the edger you need to meet your goals and fit in your space. 

McDonough is pleased to have welcomed Travis Shepherd to the team in the role of Senior Technical Sales & Support.

Peter Grant is a man of many talents. Having been with us at McDonough Canada since our launch in 2017, Peter is the painter responsible for applying the trademark McDonough yellow and green to our equipment. One of Peter’s greatest strengths is his versatility; in addition to painting, he can operate every machine in our shop, and works on the assembly of our equipment before helping load it onto the truck and sending it out the door. Enjoying variety in his work, Peter embraces and enjoys the new challenges that he faces each day.