Plywood & Veneer Solutions

Enhance Your Production Efficiency

Maximize your mill’s productivity with SWEED’s specialized material handling solutions. From high-speed veneer dryer systems to automated panel handling, our equipment streamlines production, improves safety, and optimizes every phase of veneer and panel manufacturing.

Today’s mills face increasing demands for production efficiency while managing critical throughput requirements. SWEED’s integrated solutions enhance:

Veneer drying operations

Panel grading and handling

Green, dry, and strip stacking

Material transfer systems

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Engineered Excellence for Modern Mills

SWEED's comprehensive line of material handling equipment addresses the specialized needs of modern panel and veneer operations. From innovative dryer infeed systems to automated stackers, we provide field-proven technology that enhances productivity while maintaining the highest production standards.

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SWEED strip stacker for efficient green-chain processing

Smart Pause Dryer Infeed

Our revolutionary Smart Pause technology provides veneer dryer infeed operators additional time to address feeding issues while maintaining 100% dryer fill rate. This innovative system allows operators to pause the feeder for up to 20 seconds upon a misfeed, without stopping the dryer, maximizing production efficiency while eliminating gaps.

SWEED Smart Pause veneer dryer feeder with automated pause technology

Versatile Veneer Stacker

A breakthrough solution for mills handling multiple veneer sizes. This innovative stacker easily adjusts to handle any combination of 4′, 8′, 9′, and 10′ veneer with simple push-button changeover in less than a minute. The split plenum design dramatically improves accessibility and maintenance while ensuring superior stack quality.

SWEED versatile veneer stacker for multiple length veneer handling

Grading Line System

Our advanced panel grading line seamlessly integrates into your manufacturing process, efficiently sorting and grading materials using mechanical feed mechanisms and dual bin stacker assembly. This smart solution enhances product quality while minimizing downtime for optimal production.

SWEED panel grade line for automated quality sorting

Applications By Process

Veneer Drying

Smart Pause technology
Automated feed systems
Maximum dryer fill rate
Precision material handling

Panel Processing

Automated grading systems
Efficient material transfer
Production optimization
Safety-focused design

Stacking Operations

Multiple size handling
Green, dry, and strip stacking
Enhanced stack quality
Automated solutions

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Safety & Automation Features

SWEED's solutions integrate seamlessly with modern mill automation requirements. Each system incorporates essential safety features that protect workers while maintaining production efficiency, significantly reducing workplace hazards while supporting continuous operations.

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Integration & Support

SWEED’s dedication to your success comes from pioneering the industry’s first automatic dryer-feeder machine in 1957. Our team brings unmatched expertise to each project, ensuring optimal integration with your existing production systems. From initial layout through installation and training, we provide comprehensive support to maximize your operational efficiency.

Why Choose SWEED

When you choose SWEED, you’re partnering with the company that revolutionized veneer drying with the first automatic dryer-feeder machine. Our Gold Hill, Oregon roots run deep in the forest products industry, and we understand the unique challenges of panel manufacturing. Each system we build combines proven reliability with innovative features to enhance your production capabilities.

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Our Commitment To Our Customers.

SWEED engineers work closely with customers on many levels – from customizing a scrap chopper to meet specific criteria or revolutionizing a veneer or panel handling solution to increase production and efficiency, SWEED strives to exceed every customer’s expectation in all they do.

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Upgrades & Options

Additional features and upgrades are available for scrap choppers upon request. From protection & safety to performance & special applications, we can customize your chopper to fit your needs.

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