×
Did you ever watch your dad work on wood the same way? Ever wonder just how he gets all of that large wood back to his shop? Or maybe, you asked him how he manages to stop everything falling out when it's taken from the back? This is a very important question for anyone who wishes to learn about wood working. We asked HRCK for the answers:
If you are a woodworker, one of the most important things must be learned is how to load and unload work pieces. What this means is that you have to tread lightly, so as not to injure yourself or shatter anything. You only use it correctly, either by putting new wood out for a woodworking project or taking finished pieces away. It may appear a little daunting at first, but 1-2 tries with these tips and you will be an expert.
Safety: The first thing you should consider while loading/unloading your wood. Large pieces of lumber are heavy and falling one on your foot is no joke. Which is why they have such important safety precautions in place. To protect yourself and the wood, always lift heavy things in a proper manner. This may involve bending your knees and keeping a straight back. Wearing gloves is a great idea, too to keep your hands clean and safe as you work. Just remember to never bite off more than you can chew! When things are too heavy, then it is okay to ask for help.
One additional factor one must consider is being efficient. Anyone who has lost time wrestling big wood into the shop or onto a vehicle understands this.flattening_long stock,large enough;element of waste as it cuts away valleys and mountains.reduce twice; flat reference face. You can make this job easy with the help of basic tools like dollies, carts and ramps. It is this way again that they will help you to move the wood, without causing a possible strain of lumbar. Having everything in easy to reach locations will save you time also. The time you spent in looking for your stuff will not be wasted, if you know where everything always is!????♂️
If you work in a really busy workshop, having everything to hand when loading and unloading wood is pretty helpful. Have dollies and carts close so they can be easily accessed. A set up clear path, this is important to move materials as well. So you have to ensure that all the stones are removed from your path so this can happen. Organizing Your Stuff and Keeping It Organized.Having a well engineered solution for keeping your stuff together is also critical. Organization makes for faster and more productive working_CONVERTED
Lastly you will need to think about how your wood packaged when loaded and unloaded. That is certainly not what you want to happen and wined up with a pile of damaged wood. To avoid this issue, be wary of how you store your wood. For transportation, you may want to use padding or pack it with blankets. For thin plywood or veneer, take extra care since they are more fragile and may break. Just be careful not to bump or scratch it, and you should have no troubles at all.
