Browsing by Author "Muthike, G. M."

Browsing by Author "Muthike, G. M."

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  • The contribution of framed chainsaw system to improvement of sawn timber quality 
    Muthike, G. M.; Kanali, C. L.; Shitanda, Douglas (2013-01)
    In this study, the effect of framed chain sawing system with optimized chain on timber size uniformity and surface roughness was analyzed and compared with the freehand chainsaw system and band saw as control. The surface ...
  • The potential of chainsaw frame mills in on-farm timber processing in Kenya 
    Muthike, G. M.; Shitanda, Douglas; Kanali, C. L.; Muisu, F. N. (Kenya Forestry Research Institute, 2009)
    Chain saws have been used to convert on-farm trees into timber over a long time in Kenya. Large saw path, especially due to the back and forth mode of operation remains a major contributor to low timber recovery and surface ...

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