Innovations in Manufacturing – Real Performance Machinery
Independence, VA
Real Performance Machinery, LLC is a world class manufacturer of capital equipment for the wood production industry. Our team is comprised of industry leading experts in engineering design, manufacturing, automation, controls development, customer service, project management and support. We focus on delivering the highest standards in the industry and specializing in high value, technologically advanced machinery. Our target market segment is serving lumber mills with purpose built, solution based machinery and equipment used in primary and secondary breakdown processing.
Real Performance Machinery (RPM) of Independence, VA, was honored with the Innovations in Manufacturing Award for their groundbreaking work on the ProDog machine. This revolutionary product is transforming the sawmill industry by improving the efficiency of lumber production. The ProDog’s unique design, which uses an overhead carriage and pivoting dog arms to suspend logs, allows for optimal positioning and eliminates stability issues that traditional systems face, resulting in higher yields and reduced waste.
The ProDog also incorporates cutting-edge technology, including a CT scanner that can detect internal defects within each log. This innovation enables sawmills to process logs more accurately, avoiding poor-quality cuts and producing higher-quality lumber. By improving precision and reducing wood waste, RPM’s innovation not only enhances productivity but also promotes sustainable use of forest resources.
Congratulations to Real Performance Machinery on this well-deserved recognition. Their forward-thinking approach is shaping the future of the sawmill industry, making them a true leader in manufacturing innovation.
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