Safety
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| There is a PPE tag mounted to the top of the Jointer machine, which indicates that the operator must wear safety glasses, contain loose clothing and jewelry, remove any extraneous materials from the work area, and that hearing protection is recommended especially when using the Jointer for long durations. Also indicated, are the following restrictions and precautions: Solid lumber only (no manufactured products such as plywood or composites.) and work pieces cannot be shorter in length than 12”. Materials must be free of any stray hardware, price stickers or finishes. |
Culling Lumber
Culling is a process of assessing boards for straightness. When you buy raw lumber from a lumber mill, or processed lumber from a hardware store, it may be necessary to cull or assess each plank of lumber for straightness. By looking down the length of each board, you can find the straightest pieces. Of course, it is preferable to find perfect straight boards for your project because, the straighter they are, the better. However, most lumber on the market isn’t quite flat or straight.
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