Log scaler

The Log Scaler measures the cut trees to determine the scale (volume) and quality (grade) of the wood to be used for manufacturing.

Scribner Decimal C rule is based on diagrams of circles that show the number of boards that will be utilized from the diameters of logs.

Historically, in the Pacific Northwest, logs were first sold after they were delivered to the water and rafted to the mill.

When logging was done by hand, the fallers and buckers were often paid on a piecework basis so the individual workmen's production was scaled daily as well.

In some jurisdictions, there are still places where the logs arrive via railroad car, and here they can be left for rollout scaling.

Method of standing wood scaling is used for high-value logs volume measurement or for creation of allometric equations.