Tisfoon Ulterior Systems - Industrial Machinery, Machine Vision and Automation

About Us (Proudly Made in USA)

Since 1994, Tisfoon has been a trusted partner to the wood processing industry, delivering customized automation solutions that maximize yield, efficiency, and profitability. We specialize in retrofitting and optimizing high-performance equipment for lumber grading, defect detection, and precision cutting operations.

At the heart of our offerings are advanced defect scanning systems. Our scanners automatically identify common imperfections in lumber - such as knots, wane, cracks, worm holes, and other defects - and make real-time, data-driven decisions to optimize each cut. By precisely grading the material and determining the highest-yielding cutting patterns, we help our customers extract maximum value from every board while minimizing waste of this valuable natural resource.

We excel in both cross-cut and rip operations. For cross-cutting, we retrofit popular feed-through saws including the Barr-Mullin Brute and Dimter OptiCut, integrating our scanning technology for seamless automation. Complementing this, our camera-based scanners analyze board shape alongside surface defects to recommend optimal ripping strategies. We automate rip saw feeders such as the Mereen-Johnson Scout and Weinig Valu-Rip, ensuring boards are precisely positioned in the best cutting pockets for superior results. Our team has also successfully retrofitted the Raimann movable blade rip saw, enhancing its performance to exceed original factory specifications.

Building on decades of expertise, we are proud to introduce our latest innovation: the Tisfoon Model 5 cross-cut saw. Designed from the ground up for modern wood processing facilities, the Model 5 prioritizes operational simplicity, minimal downtime, and straightforward maintenance. Wherever possible, we incorporate readily available, off-the-shelf components. To further empower our customers, we provide detailed drawings for any custom parts or direct information about our suppliers, ensuring you never become dependent on us for ongoing support or replacement parts.

What truly sets Tisfoon apart is our unwavering commitment to customer success. We offer free phone, text, and remote technical support because we genuinely want your operation to run smoothly and efficiently. Our customers frequently tell us how much they appreciate this responsive service. This level of support is possible because our systems are engineered for exceptional reliability and user-friendliness.

For over thirty years, Tisfoon has helped wood processors modernize their operations, reduce labor costs, increase throughput, and achieve higher yields. Whether you need to upgrade existing equipment or invest in new technology, our experienced team delivers tailored solutions backed by outstanding service.

Tisfoon Quattro

Introducing the Tisfoon Quattro cut-off saw optimizer. Designed specifically for cutting 6 inch and under material. It is non-marring, so ideal for cutting finished products and moulding. High cut accuracy and high cut quality. Cut as many lengths as you like at the same time. The computer will handle the optimization and can even complete all the sizes at the same time. Save on yield and material.

The Tisfoon Quattro can be used with our automatic defect/grading scanner, or traditional line marking.

Tisfoon Defect Scanner

For Cross-Cutting

The lumber defect scanner uses cameras and lasers to automatically grade and defect lumber. It replaces traditional line marking with a fluorescent crayon. Operators no longer need to know the grading rules. Your product will have a more consistent look and will not depend on the operator.

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Tisfoon Lateral Defect Scanner

For Ripping

Traditional rip saw feeders shine a laser line on the board showing the rip positions and then the operator has to make adjustments before the board is dealt into the rip saw. With the Tisfoon Lateral Scanner, cameras look at the board and pick up defects and find the optimal way to feed the board into the rip saw.

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Retrofit

For Cross-Cutting or Ripping

If you already have equipment that is mechanicaly fine, but is lacking intelligence, or has obsolete hardware and software, then retrofitting is much less expensive than buying new. We have retrofit packages for a host of woodworking equipment.

BMI Brute Retrofit BMI CompuRip Retrofit Dimter Retrofit Ultimizers Retrofit

Pallet Grader / Lumber Grader

Pallet or General Sorting

Our defect scanner can be used for a variety of applications. One of these is grading and sorting lumber for the Pallet industry.

Pallet Grader

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Lumber Industry - Rough Mill At Tisfoon, we've been revolutionizing wood processing since 1994 with innovative, affordable machinery and services tailored for efficiency and precision. Independent of conglomerates, we collaborate seamlessly with any vendors, ensuring flexibility for your operations. Our core offering is automatic defect detection machinery, using advanced cameras to identify knots, wane, cracks, worm holes, and more in wood boards. This technology integrates with our optimizing cut-off saws for superior yield.

The lighter-duty Quattro cut-off saw optimizer is ideal for smaller operations, providing reliable cross-cutting based on camera grading data.

For heavier-duty needs, our brand-new Model 5 cross-cut optimizer stands out. This robust machine handles boards up to 12 inches wide and 2 inches thick, delivering precise cuts informed by real-time defect and shape analysis. Paired with our very affordable defect scanner, it enables direct feeding for streamlined production. Multiple lines can run independently, scaling your output without interference.

We also provide shape-detecting cameras that optimize board placement into rip saws, enhancing overall workflow. Complementing this is our arbor generation software for rip saws, which intelligently plans blade positions to maximize material use and minimize waste.

Retrofit services are a specialty: upgrade your existing optimizing cut-off saws or Raimann movable blade rip saws with our absolute encoder servo motors. This eliminates homing requirements, reducing constant calibration and downtime for cost-effective modernization.

What sets us apart is unmatched service; phone, text, and emails are always free. We offer complimentary remote service, allowing us to access your machines for quick diagnostics and support, keeping your operations running smoothly.

Discover how Tisfoon delivers value through innovation, affordability, and reliability at tisfoon.com.

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