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Sawing pattern simulator

Create sawing patterns with fast yield and financial estimates.

Create patterns, compare yield estimates, and manage production-ready patterns in one lightweight simulator. Start free and scale into team-ready production planning.

Save & compare

Save the best patterns, compare versions, and keep the most efficient ones.

Analytics

Track yield performance and see how each pattern improves raw material usage.

Sawmill sawing pattern simulator on tablet and phone
What is Sawmill?

Sawmill is a cant sawing pattern simulator for timber producers who need fast yield, by-product, and financial estimates from practical pattern setups.

How it works

Configure parameters and scenarios, define log pockets and sawn dimensions, then create and compare patterns to identify higher-value production options.

Who it is for

Sawmill operators, planners, and managers looking for transparent pattern decisions, better raw material use, and team-ready planning workflows.

Sawmill is actively evolving, and your input helps shape the tool into one that is truly useful for daily planning in sawmills. We regularly release new features based on user feedback, so please let us know if a capability (function, feature, language etc.) you need is missing.

Calculated KPIs

Explore the key performance indicators of pattern simulator.

Required log top diameter

Minimum log top diameter required for created pattern.

Sawntimber volume

Whether the wane is allowed or only square-edged timber length is considered.

Yields

Yields of timber, chips, sawdust, and other by-products.

Key indicators

Log cost, net raw material value, and other key indicators.

Quick break-even levels

Estimated 'ability-to-pay' for logs and 'center-target-price'.

Overall financials

Estimated EBITDA, EBIT and net profit.

Quick overview

Sawmill was inspired by a simple challenge faced in timber production: finding the best way to turn valuable raw material into the right products, with less waste and better financial outcomes. Comparing different sawing patterns can involve time-consuming calculations and spreadsheets, making it difficult to quickly evaluate alternatives when production conditions or market requirements change. Need for the tool that works on any device became evident.

Sawmill makes sawing pattern simulation more accessible and practical. Designed to work on any internet-connected device, it allows users to create patterns, compare yield and financial outcomes, test multiple scenarios, and collaborate with colleagues in real time. Mobile usability makes it easier to explore and compare alternatives wherever production planning decisions are being made.

By making pattern analysis faster and more transparent, Sawmill aims to support better use of every log. Better yield estimates and data-driven pattern comparisons can help sawmills improve raw material efficiency, reduce waste, and identify more profitable production strategies. Ultimately, the goal is to combine better operational and financial decisions with more efficient use of natural resources—supporting both productivity and sustainability.

Sawmill simulator
Functionalities

Explore the key functionalities of pattern simulator.

Multi-language

Support for multiple languages, allowing users to interact with the simulator in their preferred language.

Invite collaborators

Easily invite collaborators to work on patterns together in real-time.

Multiple scenarios

Manage and switch between multiple scenarios to test different patterns and outcomes.

Pattern analytics

Gain insights into pattern performance and trends through pattern comparison features.

What you can configure

Parameters, scenario values, log pockets and dimensions.

Parameters
  • Units & currency
  • Sawing method & canter usage
  • Log volume formula and diameter/length limits
Scenario & finances
  • Saw kerfs (first/second/center/edger)
  • By-product coefficients & prices (chips, sawdust, trimmoffs, bark)
  • Production & cost fields (fixed, variable, amortization, capital)
Log pockets

Species, diameter/length ranges and price per m³.

Sawn dimensions

Thickness, width, wet sizes, oversize and price/waneshares.

Give it a try, start with free plan and test

Cancel anytime. No credit card needed. Company invoicing option available.

Free

Perfect for solo users testing patterns and yield scenarios.

0.00 € / mo
  • 1 user(s)
  • Save patterns: No
  • Compare patterns: No
  • Create production plans: No
  • Product support: Yes

Startup

Ideal for small teams collaborating on saved patterns and yield scenarios.

9.99 € / mo
  • 3 user(s)
  • Save patterns: Yes
  • Compare patterns: Yes
  • Create production plans: No
  • Product support: Yes

Enterprise

Best for larger organizations needing all advanced features.

19.99 € / mo
  • 10 user(s)
  • Save patterns: Yes
  • Compare patterns: Yes
  • Create production plans: Yes
  • Product support: Yes

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about simulator scope, optimization workflow, and collaboration.

What is Sawmill?

Sawmill is a cant-style sawing pattern simulator used to estimate timber yields, compare pattern outcomes, and plan production with financial visibility.

How does it improve yield decisions?

Teams configure scenarios, log pockets, and sawn dimensions, then compare saved patterns to identify options that improve raw material use and economic performance.

Can teams collaborate?

Yes. Sawmill supports invitations, team roles, and shared access so members can collaborate on scenarios, patterns, and production planning.