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Community level of processing wood

<If you're referring to processing wood at a community level, it could involve local or communal efforts to harvest,
process, or use wood resources. This might include community forestry initiatives, where a group of people
collectively manages and utilizes local wood resources. These processes are often carried out by local artisans, small-scale
businesses, or cooperatives, contributing to the local economy and providing employment opportunities within the community

1.Harvesting:
 Felling: Cutting down trees
Ex. Equipment use- chainsaw or hand saw
 Skidding: Dragging or carrying felled trees to a central location.
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2.Primary Processing:
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 Bucking /saw milling: Cutting the felled trees into logs of desired lengths
 Ex of Equipment use. Chainsaw,bandsaw

 Debarking: Removing the bark from logs


 Ex. Of equiment use- debarking machine, wood dagger.

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3.Secondary Processing:
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 Milling: Cutting logs into boards, planks, or other dimensional lumber
 Ex. Of equipment use - wood milling equipments.
 Drying: Reducing the moisture content of wood to improve stability and durability
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 Planing: Smoothing and shaping the surface of wood
 Ex. Of equipment use- wood planer.
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4.Tertiary Processing:
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 Joinery: Creating connections between wood pieces, such as through methods like mortise and tenon
joints
 Ex. Of equipment use - chisel,claw hammer,screwdriver and ect..
 Turning: Shaping wood using a lathe to create round or cylindrical objects
 Ex. Of equipment use- Spindle Roughing Gouge.
 Carving: Removing wood to create decorative or artistic designs
 Ex. Of equipment use- chisel, hammer and drilling tools.

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5.Finishing:
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 Sanding: Smoothing the surface of wood
 Ex. Of equipment use- sand paper’ drum and belt sander, edger and ect.
 Staining: Applying color to wood for aesthetic purposes
 Ex. Of equipment use- synthetic brush,wood conditioner and sprayer.
 Varnishing or Sealing: Adding a protective layer to enhance durability and appearance
 Ex. Of equipment use- synthetic brush.
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6.Assembly:
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 Joining Components: Assembling different wood parts to create a final product.
 Fastening: Using nails, screws, or other methods to secure components together.
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7.Final Product Manufacturing:
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 Cabinet Making: Creating cabinets and furniture.
 Construction: Using wood in building structures.
 Carpentry- this refers to the assembly of wooden structures such as house,furniture, and
machinery made with woods.
 Woodcraft: Crafting various items from wood, including tools, toys, and decorative items.

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