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Section R. 408.15205 - Definitions; H

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.15205

Current through Vol. 24-16, September 15, 2024

Rule 5205.

(1) "Head block" means a part of a carriage that holds a log and upon which the log rests. It generally consists of base, knee, taper set, and mechanism.

(2) "Head rig" means a combination of a headsaw and carriage used for the initial breakdown of a log into timbers, cants, and boards.

(3) "Headsaw" means a saw, either circular or band type, used for the initial breakdown of a log into timbers, cants, and boards.

(4) "Hog" means a machine used for cutting, chipping, or grinding slabs, bark, and other coarse residue.

(5) "Husk" means the framework of a circular headsaw.

(6) "Head sawyer" means an operator of a headsaw.

(7) "Kiln tender" means the operator of a kiln.

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