GEMOFOR has developed and patented a new safety clutch which protects lugged lines when jam-ups occur. This concept is based on limiting the available torque to drive the line in order to stop the lugged line when a jam occurs. The system is designed to be adjusted for adequate torque to ensure greater safety. The pneumatic clutch will start at a high torque and controlled air pressure provides the set torque required to drive the line safely.

How it works:
The GEM-O-CLUTCH uses a separate encoder to identify when drive is released. This allows the control system to calculate the position of each piece of lumber within the trimmer line and ensure the re-synchronization when the clutch is re-engaged. This guarantees that all of the lumber will be directed to the right bin after the line is re-started.

PATENT PENDING IN CANADA
BREVET ÉTATS-UNIS #7,040,470