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Our Top Five Maintenance Tips To Help You Get More From Your Mill

Wednesday, November 1st, 2023

Every mill owner wants to maximize their equipment lifespan and prevent major machine crashes. They know unplanned downtime can mean heavy financial costs and lengthy production delays.

Your wood-processing machinery is a significant investment and the heart of your business. Keeping your equipment in optimum condition is fundamental to increasing your ROI and extending the life of your machines. Regular maintenance can identify potential safety problems, prevent costly breakdowns, optimize performance, and maintain product quality.

Below are our top five maintenance tips for Brunette Chippers, Grinders, BioSizers and other wood-processing machines to help you get more from your mill.

Our Top 5 Maintenance Tips

1. READ YOUR PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
We provide a manual that contains information about your specific machine, including safety instructions, installation and start-up instructions, maintenance & lubrication schedules, mechanical drawings, spare parts lists and more.

2. PROVIDE OPERATOR TRAINING
Ensure that operators and technicians understand the operation and safety procedures of every machine. Training should include knowledge of equipment limitations and the workings of all systems and controls. Trained operators and technicians are often the first to notice minor problems before they become major failures. Training programs also ensure that operators learn the proper usage of the machines, thereby minimizing the chance of unintentional damage.

3. PERFORM DAILY CHECKS
A daily checklist of maintenance tasks completed at the beginning or end of the workday can identify signs of wear or other minor problems that require attention. These tasks are in your Parts and Service manual. It’s a good practice to keep records of the dates/times of the completed tasks.

4. FOLLOW A LUBRICATION SCHEDULE
Proper lubrication is essential to peak machine function. Lubricant reduces friction between moving parts, protecting them from wear and tear. Monitoring and replacing your machines’ lubrication levels will significantly increase your equipment’s lifespan. Recommended lubrication schedules are found in your Parts & Service manual.

5. STOCK KEY PARTS
To increase your mill’s efficiency, Brunette recommends stocking an inventory of parts. A supply of critical spare parts can allow your team to quickly get your machine running and minimize downtime and service costs. We provide a list of spare parts you can purchase to have on hand to prevent untimely shutdowns.

PARTS & SERVICE DEPARTMENT

If you need help getting an emergency part because of a breakdown or ordering recommended spare parts, trust our team of qualified experts to get you what you need — fast!

We have a reputation for excellent customer after-sale care. Our team members are experienced professionals who take pride in providing the best customer service possible.

We want to help you get more from your mill, which means keeping your machines running at optimum performance. Our qualified service technicians are available to answer your questions or provide you with technical service, either remotely or on-site.

Our technicians are OEM factory-trained. Our on-site service includes complete machine inspections, detailed follow-up reports and preventative maintenance recommendations. We can provide remote training and instructional sessions if required.

Explore our Parts & Service page on this site for details, order forms, service bulletins, maintenance sheets and more, available for download.

To contact our Parts & Service Department during regular business hours, please call 604.522.3977 or toll-free 1.800.686.6679 — we are ready to assist you. You can also reach us online through our online contact form or email us at .

If you require our Prince George facility, please call 250.563.0596 or email Prince George office or the Prince George shop.

Our Parts & Service Department has a 24-hour emergency contact for unexpected after-hours incidents that require immediate attention. To reach us in an emergency, call 604.813-3394

Maintaining your wood-processing equipment is critical to your bottom line. By developing a regular maintenance schedule and following our maintenance tips and the guidelines in your parts and service manual, you can expand the working life of your machinery, maximize the efficiency of your operations and eliminate costly downtime.

QUESTIONS?

Want to know more about our wood-processing systems including rebuilds, upgrades, and our innovative product line, please contact our sales team.

This article is reprinted from the Brunette Machinery email campaign “Our Top Five Maintenance Tips To Help You Get More From Your Mill” published Oct. 25, 2023

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Brunette Machinery: Your Solutions Provider!

Wednesday, October 25th, 2023

We are your solutions provider. Brunette specializes in supplying wood-processing and material-handling systems to sawmills, power plants, plywood mills and pellet plants across North America. From a single machine to a complete plant system, our products meet the highest standards, are easy to implement and provide true benefits.

Our key products include the extreme-duty stationary Brunette Drum Chipper, the Brunette/CBI Grizzly Mill Hog — the heavy-weight champion of waste wood grinding; the Brunette BioSizer® — a high-speed secondary grinder; the Brunette E-Sweeps — electric log sweeps; the Brunette Reclaimer — a rotary debarker; scalping screens; flare butt reducers; and the innovative Brunette RTL® Log Singulator®.

Read more about our latest products on page 87 and see our full-page ad on page 88 of the Softwood Forest Product Buyers 2023 Wholesaler/Distributor Special Buying Issue.

While you are reading through the the SFPB’s Special Issue, check out page 110 for a photo of our Brunette Team (Kirk, Sonia, and Ryan) at the Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Expo held in Nashville this past August. Turn to page 142, to meet the newest member of our sales team, Ryan Coates.

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Need a Custom Engineered Solution for Your Next Mill Project?

Thursday, October 19th, 2023

Brunette Machinery is renowned across North America for manufacturing and supplying forestry equipment such as the Brunette Drum Chipper. But did you know that we can provide custom engineered turn-key solutions based on your unique requirements?

Our Latest Project

Recently, Brunette Machinery designed, manufactured and installed a custom engineered biomass system consisting of a single 18-roll Disc Scalping Screen, a specialized infeed chute assembly, and two Brunette 4872B BioSizers®. The infeed chute, complete with a Diverter Gate, can convey material to both BioSizers operating simultaneously or one at a time.

Our innovative engineering and sales teams worked closely with our client to custom design an infeed chute with a diverter gate to handle the mill’s high volume, increase productivity and reduce maintenance costs. Our team devised this chute assembly to accommodate the customer’s budgetary restraints while fitting the new equipment into the original space.

During the engineering phase, we measured the current area to confirm conformance with the engineering drawings supplied by the customer. We considered the type and volume of the material to be processed and discussed the project goals. Our team collaborated throughout the process with the customer to develop the perfect solution.

The resulting design met all the customer’s production requirements. This custom-engineered system fits into the designated space. The customer’s conveyor system will feed the new Disc Scalping Screen that will furnish the screened material to the new infeed chute that feeds both BioSizers.

Ask Us How a Custom Engineered Solution Can Work for You

Our talented team can fulfill your project’s specific requirements, from technical sales to engineering & design, manufacturing, installation, training, and parts & services.

Contact us to learn how we can deliver a custom engineered solution to help you get more from your mill.
Call us at: 604.522.3977 or email:

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday, October 6th, 2023

Wishing all our customers, friends and family a wonderful holiday weekend. Our offices will be closed on Monday, October 9th for the holiday. We will be back at work on Tuesday, October 10th,

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Palm Desert, California — We’ll Be There For the EWTA Info Fair!

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

We’ll be in Palm Desert, California for the Engineered Wood Technology Association (EWTA) Info Fair 2023 on October 14-17.

EWTA’s  Info Fair is the association’s biggest networking event of the year. The show, held in conjunction with APA’s Annual Meeting, is an opportunity to meet and network with key decision-makers among the APA membership.

The Engineered Wood Technology Association (EWTA) is a nonprofit trade association representing product, equipment and service providers to the North American engineered wood products manufacturing industry. Based in Tacoma, Washington, the EWTA is a related organization of APA – The Engineered Wood Association, the leading North American association of structural engineered wood product manufacturers.

We’ll be at Booth #502— hope to see you there!

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Let’s Get Down to Business!

Tuesday, August 8th, 2023

Let’s get down to business! That’s the theme of this year’s 2023 Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition (EXPO 2023).

For more than 70 years, the Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition (EXPO) has provided exhibitors and attendees the opportunity to build relationships and share ideas. This year will be no exception — EXPO 2023 promises to be an exciting and informative event showcasing innovative new equipment, products and services for the sawmilling industry. The event will be held at the state-of-the-art convention center, Music City Center, located in the midst of Nashville’s thriving culinary, music, sports and cultural scene!

We are looking forward to seeing you there! Stop by our booth — #1604 and let’s get down to business!

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Come Work With Us!

Tuesday, July 18th, 2023

Are you thinking of a career change or currently looking for a new position? Brunette Machinery is actively hiring for several open roles on our team. If you want to work in a challenging, supportive and friendly environment, find out how you can come work with us!

Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson — is This You?

Are you an outside-of-the-box thinker? Are you highly motivated with strong problem-solving skills with a Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma or degree? If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you. You can read the full Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson job description here. Don’t forget to check out our Careers page for details about all our current opportunities.

By the way, we always welcome resumes from experienced and knowledgeable technical sales representatives. This position is key to driving sales growth, assisting with company strategic planning, new product development and product launches.

If you have a comprehensive knowledge of wood-processing machinery and a strong desire to succeed in a vibrant, collaborative environment, apply today! Find out more on our careers page or read the full job description here.

Ready to apply, but curious if working at Brunette Machinery would be right for you? Read the top five reasons to come work with us.

Top Five Reasons to Join Our Team*

1. We are a premier supplier of wood-processing and material handling systems to the North American forest industry
We provide custom engineered solutions built with leading-edge technology and an unsurpassed level of quality to give our customers an important advantage in our ever-changing global economy. Working at Brunette means you will be part of a creative, collaborative team providing the best products in the business!

2. Brunette has been in business since 1942
Brunette Machinery has weathered storms and enjoyed many successes in its 80-year history.  When you join our team, you will be working with a diverse, committed group in a long-standing, thriving company.

3. Brunette Machinery has a great reputation
We live and work by our corporate values. Brunette employees expect excellence and take pride in their work. Brunette Machinery strives to make the team better by providing an open and honest environment where the diverse talents of the team are recognized and appreciated.  As a result, our reputation in the industry for quality products, exceptional customer service and a synergetic workplace, is bar none.

4. Brunette’s trusted leadership
One of the many reasons that the team is happy to work at Brunette, is the company’s leadership. Owner and president, Kirk Forbes, believes in the team’s abilities to work together and fosters a culture of cooperation, diversity, inclusion and fairness. He continues to build the company by investing in growth, product innovation, customers, and the Brunette team.

5. What’s the best thing about working at Brunette?
Simple. It’s the people. We’re a dynamic, supportive, diverse group committed to delivering extraordinary value. And, we are a fun, cooperative team that values and respects each other!

* Top Five Reasons reprinted from Career Change? Looking for Work? May 25th, 2022

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We Have the Technology. We Can Rebuild it.

Tuesday, July 11th, 2023

One of our customers recently inherited a Brunette BioSizer 4872B that had been purchased new in 2010. When they asked about the thirteen-year-old machine — we answered, We have the technology. We can rebuild it.

But what does it mean to rebuild an entire machine? Refurbishing a wood-processing machine such as a wood waste grinder or a drum chipper includes disassembling, sandblasting, replacing all worn items, electrical updates, repainting the entire frame and more.

Our service technicians are experts in mechanical, hydraulic, lubrication, pneumatic, electrical, and control systems. Not only do they have experience with these systems, but they also understand how each of our Brunette machines performs.

Read the full story in our latest E-News to find out how our service techs transformed the old Brunette BioSizer on the left, to the as-new one on the right.

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Our Team is Growing!

Thursday, July 6th, 2023

Our team is growing! We are looking for an analytical senior mechanical designer who is an enthusiastic and proactive self-starter with excellent communication/written skills to join our innovative engineering and production team. Do you have an excellent eye for design with strong attention to detail and a creative flair? Are you adept at problem-solving and experienced in using SolidWorks and 3D modelling? If so, you might be ideal for this position.

The best candidate for this position will be someone with demonstrated experience in the preparation of designs, quotations, and manufacturing drawings – particularly someone who has mechanical design experience with heavy industrial machinery. Bonus points if you have designed wood processing machinery for the forestry industry.

Does this sound like you? Let’s talk! Read the complete job description and details on applying.

Check out our Careers page for all our open opportunities.

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Happy Fourth of July!

Tuesday, July 4th, 2023

To all our American customers, friends and family — enjoy the festivities!

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