Sawlogs
Hard maple
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Description
Log grading rules specific to this specie: Fresh logs only; Hard maple stain fast in summer time, make sure to rotate inventorie quik enough. Heart restriction: 1/3 heart in Prime +, Prime, Select, #1 and 1/2 heart for #2. Tapped maple should be cut 5 feet from ground. 6'-7' are accepted and must be at least 2 faces clear and will be graded as #1 at the best.
Grade | Diameter | Length | Heart restriction |
---|---|---|---|
All | 8” to 34” | 6' to 16' | 1/3 coeur #2/btr 1/2 coeur #2 and #3 |
Hard maple is the most desired specie at Amex. Bigger heart will be downgraded.