Summary
Discover how DADISICK Measuring Light Curtain helps a Russian wood processing company automate log sorting with accurate diameter measurement, real-time counting, and reliable high-speed detection.
Log Sorting Automation with Measuring Light Curtain for Wood Processing Lines
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- 2026/7/11 17:02:19
A Russian wood processing company implemented DADISICK's high-precision Measuring Light Curtain solution to improve the efficiency and accuracy of an automated log sorting line.
By integrating QL168/5-835-RF11A and QL136/5-675-RF11A measuring light curtains, the system enables continuous non-contact detection, automatic log diameter measurement, and real-time counting during high-speed production.
The solution helps optimize the sorting process, reduce manual inspection requirements, and improve production efficiency in harsh industrial environments.
Customer Background
The customer operates an automated wood processing production line in Russia, focusing on efficient handling and sorting of raw timber materials.
During the log processing process, accurate measurement and counting of logs are essential for production management, quality control, and process optimization.
However, traditional manual measurement methods are limited by low efficiency, inconsistent accuracy, and difficulties in maintaining stable operation under high-speed industrial conditions.
Customer Challenges
The automated log sorting line required a reliable measurement solution capable of:
· Continuous detection of moving logs at high speed
· Accurate measurement of log diameter and dimensions
· Real-time counting of processed materials
· Stable operation in dusty and demanding industrial environments
· Reducing manual measurement and improving production efficiency
The system needed to maintain accurate detection while handling large volumes of timber continuously.
DADISICK Solution
To meet these requirements, the customer adopted DADISICK Measuring Light Curtain technology.
The solution uses:
· QL168/5-835-RF11A Measuring Light Curtain
· QL136/5-675-RF11A Measuring Light Curtain
Based on infrared non-contact detection technology, the light curtain system creates a measurement field to detect the profile and position of passing logs.
When logs pass through the detection area, the system captures their dimensions and movement information in real time, allowing automatic calculation, sorting, and counting.
Application Process
During operation:
1. Logs enter the automated sorting line at high speed.
2. The measuring light curtain detects the passing timber without physical contact.
3. The system analyzes the blocked beam information to identify log size and diameter.
4. Measurement data is used for automatic sorting and production management.
5. The production line continuously processes logs with stable detection performance.
The system achieves continuous measurement without interrupting production flow.
Project Performance
With the DADISICK Measuring Light Curtain solution, the customer achieved:
✅ Continuous automatic log measurement
✅ Automatic diameter detection
✅ Real-time log counting
✅ High-speed non-contact detection
✅ Improved production efficiency
✅ Reduced manual inspection workload
The automated production line can process:
34 cubic meters of raw logs within 19 minutes
with a real-time production speed of approximately:
80 meters/minute
Solution Advantages
High-Speed Detection
Designed for fast-moving materials, the system maintains stable detection performance during continuous operation.
Non-Contact Measurement
The infrared detection method avoids mechanical contact, reducing wear and improving reliability.
Adaptation to Industrial Environments
The solution provides stable performance in demanding wood processing environments with dust and continuous operation.
Improved Automation Efficiency
Automatic measurement and counting reduce labor requirements and support smarter production management.
Products Used
DADISICK Measuring Light Curtain
· QL168/5-835-RF11A
· QL136/5-675-RF11A
Application:
· Log diameter measurement
· Timber sorting automation
· Material counting
· Production line detection
Conclusion
By applying DADISICK's Measuring Light Curtain solution, the Russian wood processing company successfully improved the automation level of its log sorting line.
The system provides accurate, fast, and reliable measurement performance, helping the customer achieve higher production efficiency and more intelligent wood processing operations.
Featured Products
Beam spacing: 2.5mm
Number of optical axes: 32
Protection height: 77.5mm
Multifunctional safety relay, providing automatic/manual reset configuration and multifunctional configuration DIP switch, used for industrial field monitoring of various signals with high safety requirements.
Economic Laser Scanning Radar sensing range 5m-10m
Detection Method: Pressure sensing method
Pressure Resistance: Dynamic load up to 500kg, static load up to 700kg
Trigger Force: 30 kg (for adults)
Surface Protection Material: NBR rubber
Mat Thickness: 14 mm