Can the Axis Handle Large Diameter Firewood?
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Today we put the Eastonmade Axis Commercial Log Splitter to the rest with some 33” hard maple. Find out if it will split it
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hi i ment to say "YOU HAVE TO BE PHYSICALLY FIT TO BE CHEEP" at my age cheep is getting harder john
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Adam, a little tip that was taught to me, when you see dark grey stains/almost black in your wood it’s usually because there is a piece of metal inside somewhere and that is the iron oxidizing in the wood which turns it grey/black.
I always figure if it is wood and free it is worth it to split it, even if it takes you a little more time.
If it’s for free it’s for me! As long as it is not to punky, this year I will be heating for next to nothing! After paying for the splitter, and getting the truck going!
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Great video adam. It definitely makes those big blocks a lot easier to handle.
That's why I setup my operation to handle giant wood that no one else wants to mess with, there is a lot of wood that gets waisted because people don't have the equipment to handle it
Same here.. Some times I have to split it down on the job site just so I can pick it up to load into my truck and trailer..
They Simply ! Don't Know !! How to use ! An AXE !!
I have to rip all the giant peaces with my saw then I put them on my rugged made 4 way. This machine is nice! I like the commercial version that has a 4 way and a one way wedge.
I use a large vertical splitter to split big wood no lifting just roll it on and split.
@@davidwillard7334 i like my axe gasoline powered and with electric start
That’s definitely tree service stuff. I love the size/length of the conveyor
The conveyer is perfect
Great video and that looks like an awesome machine.
I’ve watched quite a few of your videos and just realized I wasn’t subscribed.
Great job growing this channel
That axis looks like it splits effortlessly. And the right height to save your back
buy a welder also , your going to need it...
just curious why you would say that ?? what breaks?? because I'm interested in buying an Axis splitter... thanks
For free wood, making money per round, it’s worth the hassle and time. Also, you help grow the tree service guy’s business as well as your own. It’s another source of wood which, during times, can be a huge benefit.
I agree:). I get logs delivered now . Cleared most of my property already. So, cost per cord is low :)
10 of those rounds a day = 440.00. No brainer i like that machine.
Another option, depending on budget, is to have a splitter attachment for the front end loader of a tractor or skid steer, we go through and half the huge pieces, making them more easily handled, just an option if you already have a loader with a remote. It seems the axis type splitter is the best option for consistent customized firewood with minimal waste.
Most definitely worth it, after I bust apart a large round by hand, I use my 30 ton to split them up! My problem is getting them into the truck the first time around!
Good work…. 100% the Time and effort is worth it for $44.
In Australia we have a brand called superaxe splitter and they have rollers on the larger model just slightly proud of the painted deck to make the sliding a little easier.
Good job on the video as always and very informative.
Thank you
This is what the Axis thrives on. Good choice machine as it is very versatile and having the conveyor is an extreme added value.
Nice stuff Adam! I never questioned the ability of the Axis to split larger rounds but I was curious to see how it would compare to a conventional horizontal push block splitter! Seemed like it was a breeze!
Good video Adam. I think it's definitely worth it with big wood seeing that you aren't leaving the table going for more logs all of the time, especially with that machine.
I've been splitting pieces like that with an 8-lb Mall for 20 years I actually have some chunks burning right now but that splitter makes it a lot easier.... I actually prefer those naughty chunks in my wood stove they last for 12 to 14 hours
The finished product is definitely nice. They burn great. But getting there without a nice machine can be frustrating
@@HometownAcres luckily the firebox on my wood stove is almost twice the size of yours
@@HometownAcres get an mt85 from bobcat and a branchmanager to go along with it. You won't regret it. You could easily set rounds like that on the production table. I do tree work and it is a force multiplier, plus. We now have some land where we're stocking wood for splitting and milling. I'm finding your vids very helpful.
Me to,,much more BTU also
I get tree service wood all the time. Its great stuff that would normally be tossed into Industrial grade chippers.
Guess I could do a video on it as well..
simply fantastic easton built splitter system. My 84 yr old neighbor and my 58 year old self take in loads of tree service limbs, trunks, logs, and rif raf leaves & such. we ask for oak, and we get oak, though sometimes Willow Oak ( Pin Oak ) which is not as quality logs for the purpose of making lumber with our portable lumber mill, ( woodmizer LT 40). with two conveyor roller bar tables for each side of our Northern Tools horizontal splitter, I lift up the huge pieces and split it such that I'm kind of tossing away the sapwood edges much of the time and making relatively square pieces of the hardwood. He sells this at 95.00 ( that's usually 100.00 received) per 8 ft bed truck load, and I make lumber from the straight logs that are 6 ft long or longer. It keeps me getting stronger, and it's like mining for gold: it takes a lot of actual labor, but it's fun to be getting something from what would be ignored and bypassed by others.
it looks like that eastenmade Axis douse not care who gnarly the wood is, it will go through it like a hot knife through butter.
It a thirty nine inch red oak that tree heated my home for most of the winter. My splitter is a vertical horizontal one.
The wood is there to be used so it might as well be used. I don't knock back anything between 2" and 4'.
I don't mind dealing with big rounds like that. That's an absolute monster of a splitter. Stay safe!!
We have been splitting 120year old pines, big knots, we have lifting table, essential but to wood is brilliant burning, and I admit it easy just to cut ring in half or quarters, makes life so much easier.
Hey I just watched a vid by outdoors with the Morgan’s.. not sure if you’re close to him but he said he has a guy looking to sell some IBC totes. I know your guy got cleaned out. Maybe you can grab a few from the Morgan’s guy 🤷♂️ thought it might help
I was thinking he should try the big bulk bags. To my best calculation, you can get a quarter cord in one.
Jason M The guy with the IBC totes is Adam from Grove City, PA. His number is 724-992-8468. It is on “Outdoors with the Morgans” episode 934 @ 7:46.
Watching you run the Axis makes me think that if you are ever interviewing for a helper, your first question should be: Can you play a really large piano?
Man, that Axis made what seemingly was junk wood into good wood, and handled it no problems!
It’s a nice splitter for sure
I really like this AXIS splitter and this demo is the main reason why. When you get to the bottom of the trunk, where the big wood lives, it can really make a difference. It also makes "after splitting" handling much easier. Thank you for your demo and Eastonmade for their thought and engineering/design skills!
The big rounds are worth it as I find a lot of people don't like the work but if doing it in your own time it profits as wood sells
Enjoyed the video. Thank you brother.
Looks like Easton finally acknowledged what Power Split has been doing for years. Easton still needs to step up the recycle time
If you notice, the color of the log changes anywhere close to metal. It may look purple, blue or black. And I think the wood that is stained those colors is about twice as hard. I found some barbed wire in trees on my property. It is family property, si it's interesting. About 100 years ago by the rings in the tree.
The color is from the iron in the wire.
Ive even found horse shoes in the knots where the old folks would hang on limbs
@@garymoats9718 Wow!
Doing firewood like this is literally my dream job. I'd do this all day, every day.
Nice video Adam I have been wondering how well it would do on the larger stuff seems like it handled it pretty well. Those big rounds are a lot of work on just about any splitter. Take care brother
Yeah big wood is a big amount of work no matter how you look at it or what machine you have but I do think this is about as easy as it can get
Why would anyone throw away $$$$$ ?!? It doesn't madder how big, it's work any way ya look at it. Free wood, I'll take any day!!
I think it is definitely worth it to split the big stuff. My videos show that much. But I'll include soft wood, rotten, knotty, etc right along with it. I burn it all!
I'm enjoying all your content. That splitter is top notch, sure beats the heck out of maul. Have you tried using wax or graphite on your table? Might make it even easier to slide big rounds. Keep it up!
Great demo Adam! That splitter means business. Love the all-in-one design of it. Great point about the hidden steel in these rounds - Guy often runs a metal detector over the logs before milling. Thanks for the great video!
A metal detector would be a great idea. Have you shown any videos of Guys Mill? I missed it if you did
I get a whole truck load for 60.00 thanks
4:31 always split from the inside (center) to the outside after you've halved the round if possible. Try it. While counter-intuitive, you'll be amazed.
10×44=440 dollars. Not bad in my book. I'm not sure how long it took to process one round but even one per hour is $44/hr. How many people make $44/hr?
Don’t forget I still have to bundle it too so there’s still some more time involved besides splitting it
That is worth your time when you have the right tools for the job.
Great Splitter! Absolutely worth to work with the rounds. Continued Success. Thank you for sharing.
12000$ for a log splitter is ludicrous
Just getting those big suckers up to the table is a tribute to that very versatile splitter. If you had tried noodling that bad boy you probably would have lunched a chain.
I've got a measly 2 ton splitter and really knarly almond prunings. When the going gets too big I simply trim slices off the side in stead of doing the most obvious thing of splitting across the middle. It works every time.
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I'm proud of you!! You're not afraid of a little extra work, & it'll pay off!! Good job!! ⭐
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Wow. Didn't know how this splitter worked until now. Now I want one. That looks so nice to have it all up off the ground
That side lift table is money on a big round like that!
I agree with your statement, free wood is free wood. How are you liking the new vertical splitter, compared to the previous horizontal?
I absolutely love it. I’m 6’5” and the working height of the table is much higher than the 12-22 so less bending at the waste
hi there free means extra work but worth it to me also just remember have to be physically fit for free . john
If you watch outdoors with the morgans he gave a number today for a guy to get those IBC totes from thats close to you
That is an amazing machine...
I like your no nonsense approach to your video.
Worth the effort and time. The lift really helps.
Did not realize the machine had a lift on the end, don't think I caught it being used in any prior videos.
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Ya need a picaron and a log can’t to move those big rounds easier that’s what I do
Pickaroon is an awesome tool!
I am sure it can.
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The bigger the better that’s the way I see it
I have a outdoor wood boiler I love that big stuff !
This is what I get from work, I have an older horizontal / vertical splitter, I use to fight every round, now I take the kioti with the snow bucket and use that to move the rounds / bring them to the splitter to at least half them for easier lifting. If I was in the business like you, I would def have a setup like yours.
BTW - great demo log, thats about as average of gnarly wood as it gets around here, big, knot, doesnt want to split cleanly at first, good demo and really good splitter, I've been following the 2 different splitters you have video'd and I'm very impressed with eastonmade products.
Hey Kenny, thanks. Glad you like the video. Yeah I can’t say enough good things about the 2 splitters we’ve had here on the channel. Both are awesome machines
Awesome video Adam. That Axis does a great job and looks like it makes easier with big rounds than a regular splitter.
The conveyor should have a isolation valve , its running for nothing , wearing parts
Needs to stop when empty,,,safety and wear ..needs to be auto stop,12 volt valve and a switch under a hinged plate,,weight on the plate and away it goes..no problem..
Adam - Great idea to partner with the source of wood! We're so proud of your channel accomplishments! NW PA Proud!
Thanks buddy. I saw your video at lamb and Webster and said “hey I’ve been there” haha
@@HometownAcres Thankfully they're always closed when I'm on my way home from work. If they were open, I'd probably have a tractor loan!
So I just get to walk around and dream about a new tractor.
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Great video well explained loved it!!! The Axis smoked it!!!
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Saw Daniel on Arms Family Homestead. He was using a machine like this. You sure make it look easy.
How much time did you have in it? 5-6 minutes maybe. Plus to put those into bundles another 15 minutes. Sounds like a great profit for your time to me!
I'd be doing it if I could find the buyers.
I wont to thank you for your episode with your Axis. What you did with your Axis, we do with an old Champion vertical & horizonal. Than finish up with my 9-16 Eastonmade. An before that, a steel-wedge & 8lb sledgehammer. "O" we do also have a Kubota B series with pallet forks, as your lift. It ain't pretty but it works.
The pay to play videos are draining. I see orange splitters everywhere which means they're either being given away in exchange for videos or being used in paid spots. It gives people a false sense of what the open market purchasers are actually buying.
Love that log splitter, it is super awesome no doubt. Gotta say though: my 37 ton Tractor Store special handles the largest logs in some ways easier than that. It operates in horizontal and vertical mode. It is easy to flip the machine vertical. I don't have to lift the log, I just roll/slide it. I make the big ones into quarters or eighths or whatever and then run those thru on horizontal.
Ofcourse its worth it!!!
44dollars you did not have before you start splitting it.
So do what ever you like to do.
Maybe 1day you can quit your job.
Go for it Adam.
We love to see it all.
Thanks for showing it.🤗🎄🎅
Thanks for the video. Yes it is worth messing with.... 44 dollars in 10 minutes and it’s not bad on your body either. Can’t beat that !
Yeah the log lift and powder coated table really take the “work” out of it
Don't let the 10 minutes fool you. When you add up all the time involved to make it happen. It is probably an hour.
@@rajbeekie7124 $44 an hour aint bad????
Makes my 5 ton electric splitter look like a baby. I get free stuff from tree guy down the street. The big rounds I chunk up with chain saw ,just slice them thin. Bust them with a mule stack like cookies ,can burn cookies about 14 in round 8 in thick . I’m 80 so can’t get big rounds on my 5 ton splitter ,but it will split about anything I can get on it.Burn 24/7 in cold WVa..stay safe stay warm.
I like the large pieces better myself. Like you say, 1 piece yields a lot of wood. Where I'm currently getting my firewood, another guy also cyrs there. He cuts all the smaller, and leaves the large part, 20"-30". I would like to get some of the smaller ones, but, I never seem too. But, I have a splitter, he doesn't, so I understand. I shouldn't be wrestling the bigger stuff, due to severe injury, but I'm not always doing what I should, or shouldn't.
34" diameter x 20" fresh red oak weighs 834 lbs to give you an idea how heavy those "chunks" are... Looks like base logs sit on is slippery? Weld some dots for traction? Also, would wider wedge be more effective then knife type wedge??
To me, that is the perfect splitter for those type of rounds, also perfect for controlling the size of splits for bundling wood. As long as you don't have to bust your ass getting the big rounds to the lift, they are worth it. I'd carry a hatchet to help get those splits apart instead of pulling them. I found they work great. I like your channel.
I agree it's worth the effort.
Worth it, especially with the right equipment to make the job even easier then having to muscle it around!
Hi ADAM, When we are younger and physically stronger splitting larger rounds is well worth the effort.
Yet when we become older and weaker it is not. It all depends entirely upon the individual persons capabilities. We are all individuals.
You can tell when metal is in maple as it taints the sapwood blue around it. Anyway, good thing you avoided that wire when bucking with your saw! 1-2” over and you would’ve been in trouble 😐. Much better to hit when splitting that when cutting.
If we buy a log splitter it will be one of this style. An Australian company makes Super Axe log splitters that are like this one. They sell a smaller one called the SuperX which is a lot cheaper than their bigger ones but still looks capable, with its lifter rated to lift 100kg which is around 220 pounds. I think that would be enough and better than nothing.
Adam. Nobody has ever done a video on using a pin pointer metal detector for suspect wood with metal in it. They are 150 bucks and can detect a nail 10 inches away. They also ratchet to determine the distance from the metal. Collect some suspect rounds and give it a shot. It's saved my chain so many times with trees especially near residential areas or fence rows on the farm. Look up the TRX pin pointer. Cheers!!
That's a nice tool but unfortunately the foot pedal needs to have a cover on it and so does the chain on a conveyor. These are OSHA requirements that this piece of equipment doesn't meet so anyone is using this for a commercial application would find himself dealing with legal ramifications. And God forbid anybody should be injured the lawsuit would be enormous not only against the employer using this equipment but the company that built it. These design flaws are simple fixes I hope to see them in the future before some large company takes advantage
your splitter set up is unusual with the high deck, looks pretty quick though. i process a couple hundred cords a year, here’s a few ideas, you need the tractor to process those 300-400 pound rounds to about 50 pounds before you touch them with a hand, second your doing the tree service a favor by letting them dump the wood for free, third charge them once your loaded up just be cheaper than the recycling company... keep up the good work and split smart.
Great video! You and the Axis made short work of that gnarly round and made it look easy! Definitely made nice looking firewood out of that big... er... sow’s ear.
You didn't do a continues shot but I would estimate it took you 8 minutes run time to create 44 dollars worth of firewood. Granted you still have to bundle. Lets say that takes about the same amount of time. That is about $160 an hour gross. If your net was half of that, I think I'd do that all day long.
It seems you have run all 3 style splitters , axis- box wedge & multi way - what is your preference and why
Thank you
What you selling, straight kindling or pizza wood? Looks like you’re splitting down to 1x
New subscriber. Thanks. Craig Pa. Been cutting wood and burning mostly all my life.
I've been thinking about a log loader trailer for that reason as well. Huge commitment to get payback on it but I think if the service of removal is actually part of the job it could be an issue of collecting a fee for taking the wood. I would call it renting the boom. That could be a huge atvantage for a small service.
Been using the Klaw on the skiddy to log out a fence line. What a game changer that is. The only down side is not having another one to unload the trailer. I'm going to try to get some content today. Thanks for posting.
I use a winch with block and tackle to load large or long pieces on my trailer with a claw!
Adam, thanks for doing this video. I was wondering how this Axis would handle large rounds. The lift had no problem, and you made workable chunks like I would try to work with when you started splitting. You are correct in your thoughts on the large rounds. There is a lot of good firewood in one round. And this is a good tool for breaking them down. Looking forward to the next video. Have a good week.
free wood is better than no wood
Why split it so small? I guess I never felt the need to make my wood so small because there is usually alot of small pieces when I'm done anyway.
i have a Brave 24 ton splitter . its 28 years old original except hoses, and not saying its still new, but if i can lift it , it will split it. yes i can flip from horizontal to verticle until last hose applied , cut to short so big ones like this just get lifted , by me, no hydraulic lift on this model. and no cure and handy little catch tables, just the beam. but still better than a maul and wedges😊
I split some ash a bit bigger than those rounds this last year with a Huskee. Glad my splitter tips down 😂 I couldn’t lift them up.
Most all of my wood comes from tree service jobs. I tell people before I go that I will take what I can use and not take the rest. When I see an ad that says "must take all", I scroll on by. The equipment yo have would change that somewhat. Most people are trying to reduce their waste charges at the dump, so whatever I take saves them money. I have a utility trailer with a ramp, so if I can get close to them and the are basically round, I will roll them up and take the Fiskars to them at home.