An automated crosscut saw system utilizing a wood scanning unit to optimize the cuts in a particular piece of wood to remove defects or flaws and a method of use therefor is provided. The automated saw system has the ability to scan and cut a piece of wood simultaneously or in rapid succession without the need for scanning the entire length of the wood prior to cutting. Further, the automated saw system may eliminate the need for a secondary feeder and secondary queue.

An automated crosscut saw system utilizing a wood scanning unit to optimize the cuts in a particular piece of wood to remove defects or flaws and a method of use therefor is provided. The automated saw system has the ability to scan and cut a piece of wood simultaneously or in rapid succession without the need for scanning the entire length of the wood prior to cutting. Further, the automated saw system may eliminate the need for a secondary feeder and secondary queue.

An automated crosscut saw system utilizing a wood scanning unit to optimize the cuts in a particular piece of wood to remove defects or flaws and a method of use therefor is provided. The automated saw system has the ability to scan and cut a piece of wood simultaneously or in rapid succession without the need for scanning the entire length of the wood prior to cutting. Further, the automated saw system may eliminate the need for a secondary feeder and secondary queue.

A slasher saw system connectable to a source of hydraulic power which requires only three hydraulic lines for power and operation. First, a pressure/power hydraulic line is actuated to turn the saw on and bring the saw down to cut through a stack of timber. Second, the hydraulic pressure/power to bring the saw down is actually provided via back-pressure from a return line returning hydraulic fluid to the source of hydraulic power from the saw. Third, a separate line is used to power the hydraulic cylinder used to raise the saw arm again.

Collapsible and transportable systems for supporting miter saw assemblies. In one illustrative embodiment, a table assembly has two opposite main nodes at either end that support an upper bench top therebetween. Two legs extend from each main node to support the table. Two parallel support members extends through the main nodes underneath the bench top. A saw support table may be removably securable to the parallel support members extending out past the bench and allows a miter saw secured thereto to be adjusted such that the miter saw cutting table is co-planar with the bench top. A sliding locking member may be attached to the bench top to define a fixed distance for the length of material being cut. A second saw support table may be disposed on folding adjustable legs attached to the legs extending from a main node to support a table saw coplanar with the bench top.

Blade tilt mechanisms for table saws are disclosed. The disclosed tilt mechanisms provide easy and intuitive operation. They also provide auto-locking so that a user simply releases a component to lock the blade at a specific angle. The tilt mechanisms also provide defined incremental steps for the tilt of the blade and the steps are typically spaced at 1-degree intervals.

A floor leveling apparatus and method for cutting parallel grooves in a hardened body which is configured to assist in utilizing a grinder to finish surfaces in a planar manner.

A floor leveling apparatus and method for cutting parallel grooves in a hardened body which is configured to assist in utilizing a grinder to finish surfaces in a planar manner.

Blade tilt mechanisms for table saws are disclosed. The disclosed tilt mechanisms provide easy and intuitive operation. They also provide auto-locking so that a user simply releases a component to lock the blade at a specific angle. The tilt mechanisms also provide defined incremental steps for the tilt of the blade and the steps are typically spaced at 1-degree intervals.

The invention relates to powered cutting apparatus which includes a cutting unit mounted on one or more slide members and provided to perform a cutting action on a workpiece mounted on a base to which the one or more slide members are attacked by support legs. The apparatus includes at least one fence with a contact surface for the workpiece and the fence can be selectively positioned on any of a plurality of guide means provided on the base to aid in the performance of the cutting action.