A log splitter is a special device used for splitting wood into firewood. It significantly simplifies the process of preparing firewood, reducing physical strain and increasing work efficiency. Log splitters can be manual or mechanical, providing different levels of automation and productivity.
Where and by whom was the log splitter invented?
The first attempts to automate the process of splitting firewood were made in ancient times, but modern log splitters appeared on the market in the middle of the 20th century. The idea of creating a mechanical wood splitter belongs to engineers and inventors who sought to make the work of lumberjacks and farmers easier. Over time, log splitters became more accessible to a wider range of users.
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Benefits of Using a Log Splitter
- Reduced physical strain: Using a wood splitter significantly reduces physical strain compared to manually splitting wood.
- Safety: A wood splitter is a much safer tool compared to chopping with an axe, reducing the risk of injury.
- Time savings: By automating the process, you can save a lot of time.
- Productivity: By saving time, you can process significantly more wood, increasing overall productivity.
- Economic benefits: Using a wood splitter makes work much more efficient, which ultimately provides significant economic benefits.
Areas of use
Log splitters are used in various fields:
- Household: To prepare firewood for heating houses and saunas.
- Forestry and procurement enterprises: To split wood on an industrial scale.
- Wood-fired boiler houses: To prepare wood for wood-fired boilers.
- Gardening and landscaping organizations: To utilize or recycle wood that accumulates during their activities.
Types of log splitters
Log splitters come in different types, providing a choice according to the user’s needs.
Hydraulic log splitter
Hydraulic log splitters use a hydraulic mechanism to split wood. They are the safest compared to others, provide high productivity and are suitable for splitting large volumes of wood. Hydraulic log splitters are successfully used both in households (household models 220 V) and in large enterprises.
Kinetic rail log splitter
Kinetic rail splitters operate on the principle of a rail mechanism, where a knife moves along rails to split wood. They are faster than hydraulic splitters, making them suitable for industrial use. Due to their reliability and high productivity, rail splitters effectively handle large volumes of work.
Carrot type log splitter
Carrot type log splitters have a special conical screw that resembles the shape of a carrot. It is screwed into the wood, splitting it into firewood. Log splitters of this type are simple in design and easy to use. However, they are less safe than hydraulic and rail log splitters, since with this design there is a risk that the log will begin to spin and bounce, which can lead to injuries.
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Log splitters by design
Wood splitters also differ in design:
Horizontal log splitter
Horizontal log splitters have a horizontal log and knife arrangement. They are convenient for working with long logs and provide stability during work.
Vertical log splitter
Vertical log splitters have a vertical arrangement of the log and the knife. They take up less space and are suitable for working with short logs.
The Ecopolymer company produces convenient and powerful log splitters
The Ecopolymer company develops and manufactures convenient and powerful log splitters. Our log splitters are reliable, easy to maintain and provide high productivity. Contact us to purchase modern wood splitters that will make your work easier and more efficient!