Journey of Timber

HK HITCHCOCKК & KING JOURNEY OF TIMBER SOURCING/LOGGING At the initial stage of preparing timber for commercial use, the tree will be felled. This process usually takes place in winter as the drop in temperature means the wood has a lower moisture Mature trees suitable for felling will be selected by a forestry worker, before being cut down replaced with saplings CUTTING TIMBER/SAWMILL Following their felling, the logs will be stored in a clearing before being taken to the sawmill on vehicles with lifting gear. 000 Timber1000 Upon their arrival, the logs will be cut into 'boards' using circular saws, band saws and other such equipment. Breaking down, the first process, involves rough sawing which is followed by resawing, the stage at which more precise cutting and finishing occurs. TIMBER SEASONING 15%-20% A IAAN ARJ 9DIVM IV K Z AL WAW A O WHO TAVI M Due to the moisture in trees, which is present even in those trees felled during the colder months of winter, it is important to season the timber before it is used in construction. During this process, excess moisture is removed from the wood, leaving typically between just 15 and 20 percent water content. TIMBER HAULAGE The timber is then transported to the project on a specialist timber haulage lorry. The timber can be transported in huge ..... quantities thanks to these large and secure vehicles, which can deliver the timber right to the site of the project. CONSTRUCTION/COMPLETION OF BUILD Once delivered at the project's site, the timber is then ready to be used in the build. Whatever the type of construction or project in question, timber continually proves itself as a durable, attractive and cost-effective building material. HITCHCOCK HK &KING CONTACT Telephone: 020 8012 8032 · Website: hit choo ckandking.co.uk . Email: sales@hitchoo okandking.co. uk