36" Tri-State #T36-4 Wood Cutting Resaw

Serial Number: 2.28.67.77 | Year of Mfg: 1977 | Support: Kimwood Corp.

Overview

The Tri-State T36-4 is a 1977-vintage industrial workhorse, built during the peak of American machinery durability. This 36" vertical band resaw is designed for high-speed material breakdown and precision dimensioning. Its defining feature is the tilting roll-feed system, which allows the operator to produce beveled siding and architectural moldings without tilting the heavy saw head itself.

As a machine backed by Kimwood Corp., this unit is not a "legacy orphan." Kimwood still maintains historical records and provides replacement parts for the T36-4, ensuring that Serial #2.28.67.77 can remain a centerpiece of production for decades to come.

Technical Specifications

• Year of Manufacture: 1977
• Wheel Diameter: 36" (Precision Balanced Cast Iron)
• Wheel Face: 4" (Accommodates 4.25" blades)
• Main Motor: 20 HP | 230/460V | 3-Phase
• Feed System: 1.5 HP Variable Speed (10 – 250 FPM)
• Max Cutting Height: 8" Clearance under upper guide
• Max Cutting Width: 16"
• Bevel Capability: Up to 45° Tilting Feed Rolls
• Shipping Weight: Approx. 3,200 lbs
• Footprint: 90" L x 42" W x 96" H

Key Features for this 1977 Build

• Massive Flywheel Effect: The 36" cast wheels provide the necessary momentum to power through dense hardwoods and frozen timber without the RPM drop seen in lighter modern machines.
• Spring-Loaded Tensioning: Features a reliable, heavy-duty spring tensioning system that compensates for blade stretch during long production shifts, reducing the risk of blade breakage.
• Bevel Siding Specialist: The tilting feed rolls make this the "go-to" machine for mills specializing in cedar or redwood siding, allowing for consistent miter cuts on every pass.
• Industrial Pedigree: Unlike modern imports, this machine uses high-mass castings and over-engineered bearings that are easily serviced with standard industrial components.