INCREASE YOUR FIREWOOD PRODUCTIVITY WITH THE RIGHT SPLITTING WEDGES

Sharp knives and industrial-strength steel make for a clean split and maximum durability. Different Sizes for Different Segments Some customers are happy with large and heavy pieces of firewood of varying lengths. Others require precisely cut and cleanly split firewood that measures under 4” per side. The higher the quality requirements, the more customers are […]
When choosing a splitting wedge, what should you consider?

Terävien ja lujatekoisten halkaisuterien avulla teet siistiä klapia ilman ongelmia. Mitkä ovat halkaisuterän tärkeimmät ominaisuudet? Paksuilla ja laveaan kulmaan asennetuilla kirveillä varustetut halkaisuterät vaativat klapikoneelta huomattavan paljon tehoa puun halkaisemiseksi. Korkea halkaisuvoima voi pidentää halkaisusykliä jopa yli kuuteen sekuntiin heikentäen näin klapikoneen tuottavuutta. Korkean tehon ja liian leveiden halkaisukulmien yhdistelmä repii puun halkaisemisen sijaan, mikä […]
What makes a log splitter safe?

Safety and work ergonomics should never be compromised. Inadequate guards and poor safety features on a firewood processor can, in the worst case, lead to serious accidents. Therefore, when purchasing a firewood processor or log splitter, careful attention to safety features is vital to prevent personal injuries. Taking care of work ergonomics is also important to prevent work-related injuries. Poorly designed equipment and uncomfortable working postures from an ergonomic standpoint are the most common causes of long-term injuries. Firewood processor safety Familiarize yourself with […]
Safety first: What makes a firewood processor safe and ergonomic?

Safety and ergonomics are two features you should never compromise on when looking for a firewood processor. We previously discussed the main features of a firewood processor for optimizing your productivity. This time, we take a closer look at features that make a firewood processor safe and ergonomic. A firewood processor with inadequate guarding and poor [...]
How to choose the right firewood processor for your needs

What is the best firewood processor for your needs? The choice comes down to the scale of your operation, size of your logs, and your productivity goals. There are tons of options on the market for efficient firewood processing. It’s easy to get lost in all the features, styles, and sizes of processors when looking for…
What is the best firewood processor?

How to choose the right firewood processor for your business or personal use? The answer depends on your needs, log size, and productivity goals. Choosing a firewood processor may not be an easy task. The countless features, functionalities, differences, and sizes of firewood processors on the market can easily make a novice firewood entrepreneur's head spin. Here, we list three essential features that we believe are worth considering, whether you are upgrading your equipment from a splitter to a more professional firewood machine or looking for a new firewood processor for your business or your own […]
Know your customers - A guide for starting a firewood business

Starting a firewood business requires in-depth knowledge of your customer base. Firewood heats homes, helps prepare food and produce charcoal – just to name a few applications. Understanding why your clients burn firewood is key to better profits and improved customer service. In this article we will cover the most typical segments in the firewood [...]
User of the month in June

June’s Hakki Pilke user of the month is Simo Rousu from Finland. Simo processes about 1 000 cubics of firewood annually. He delivers the firewood in bags or with a trailer to customers mainly around Ylitornio just below the Arctic Circle. He has been relying on Hakki Pilke over 15 years and in addition to […]
Clapper of the month for June

Kesäkuun kuukauden Hakki Pilke käyttäjä on Simo Rousu Ylitorniosta. Simo tekee noin 1000 kuutiota polttopuuta vuosittain ja toimittaa klapit säkeissä tai peräkärryllä asiakkaille. Hän on luottanut Hakki Pilkeen koneisiin yli 15 vuotta ja käytöstä löytyy modernin 38 Pro:n lisäksi myös klassikko 2X klapikone. Simo Rousu hankki ensimmäisen polttopuukoneensa vuonna 2003 suosittelujen perusteella: ”Hakki Pilke 2X […]
A reliable firewood processor works in any weather.

Hakki Pilke 38 Pro toimii varmasti vaativissakin olosuhteissa. Ammattimaisesti koivuklapeja tuottava metsätalousyrittäjä ei voisi kuvitella luopuvansa koneesta. Sijainnilla on merkitystä, todistaa Simo Rousun klapiyritys Tornionlaaksossa, Ylitornion kunnan Purasenvaarassa. Halli ja klapivarasto sijaitsevat näkyvällä paikalla Torniosta Kilpisjärvelle vievän Valtatie 21:n varrella. Sijainti on niin hyvä, että markkinoinniksi on riittänyt puhelinnumero hallin ulkoseinässä. − Menekki on hyvä ja kasvaa […]