'OUTRIGHT WINNER of the MID WALES INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2001'

Also featured in The Book of Inventions 2004 by Ian Harrison p.186

The Logmaster Clamp™, a device designed for safe and efficient wood cutting, using a chainsaw, electric saw or handsaw. It features a secure locking mechanism for maximum hold. A portable work station with symmetrical supports for rough terrain. This a portable unit with a weather-proof, easy carry bag and the device weighs approx. 19kg. It is made entirely from mild steel and will last for many years with low maintenance.

Available powder coated or fully galvanised

Maximum recommended holding capacity 150kg

Maximum work piece length 1.5m

Maximum work piece diameter 250mm

Manufactured to ISO 90001 Standard

Every device has a lifetime guarantee

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1.
Unpack your Logmaster Clamp™ and ensure that all components are present:

Lower jaw section (chassis)
2 x rear legs
Front leg plus extension
Visual cutting guide ('V' piece) & nut & bolt
Slidding jaw locking handle - (ensure pressure plate is in place)
Kevlar™ guard (optional)

Step 2.
With the lower jaw section on the floor, screw in the 2 rear legs, then attach the front leg extension.

Once you have attached the first 3 parts, attach the T-bar of the middle leg and stand the device upright.

Step 3
Using the nut & bolt provided, bolt the 'V' cutting guide to the front of the lower jaw, ensure this is tight.

Then attach the locking handle into the back of the sliding jaw, as shown above.

Step 4.
If you have purchased the recommended Kevlar™ guard, wrap it around the front leg with the cords secured below the lower jaw. Then fix the Velcro straps of the guard around the middle leg ensuring a firm fit. The Kevlar™ guard is optional and is there to protect the user. The guard stops the chainsaw guide bar touching steel if the user is distracted.

Once fully assembled, raise the sliding jaw to its maximum, insert a log ready for cutting, then 'slam' down the sliding jaw onto the log and tighten the locking handle. Check that the work piece is steady and ready for cutting by pressing down on the log at the opposite end to the clamp.

It is important that the spikes from the sliding jaw and the lower jaw are dug into the wood. Make sure the locking handle is tight. If you are working on your own remember that your maximum length should be shorter than 1.5m we recommend a maximum length of 1.2m.

Do not exceed maximum safe work load of 150Kg, the recommended length of log inserted for safe cutting should not exceed 1.524 m.

When using a powered saw it is recommended to stand on the same side of the clamp as the clamps ID plate (located on the side of the lower jaw), this will ensure a safe cut of the log right up to the 'V'.

Always ensure the correct safety equipment is used when operating the Logmaster Clamp™.

( + delivery /£21.00 in the UK)

(for delivery charges outside of the UK please contact us for a price)