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Load wood and timber products fast, safe, and smart. Use our automated systems to handle sawn timber, logs, plywood, laminated timber, and more.

Loading timber with several forklifts and multiple employees can slow down your operations and increase the risk of product damage and injuries.

Use automated loading systems to handle timber and wood products more efficiently. Eliminate unnecessary costs, speed up the loading process, and improve overall safety.

Load timber fast, safe, and smart

Handle timber faster

Load containers and trucks at least 3 times faster.

Minimize product damage

Reduce manual handling for safer product loading.

Decrease operational costs

Use fewer forklifts and manpower.

Prevent staff injuries

Minimize manual, high-risk operations.

Maximize cargo space

Ensure 100% loading capacity.

Lower your environmental footprint

Consume less energy and reduce harmful emissions.

Automated timber loading for your business

We've partnered with multiple businesses in the wood and timber industry, offering individual solutions for their specific cargo handling needs.

Whatever timber and wood products you handle, we'll find the right solution for your company.




Sawn timber

Load rough-sawn timber, dressed timber, dimensional lumber, etc., into containers and trucks.



Logs (Roundwood)

Handle unprocessed wood without hassle. Load logs for transportation in a matter of minutes.




Plywood and other boards

Containerize plywood, medium-density fiberboards (MDF), oriented strand boards (OSB), and particle boards.




Laminated timber

Load laminated veneer lumber (LVL), cross-laminated timber (CLT), and glued laminated timber (glulam).


Efficient timber loading solutions

SmartTEH offers multiple automated loading systems to improve your wood and timber cargo handling operations.

Container Loading System with timber prepared for loading

Automatic container loading and truck loading

Use our automatic one-shot loading system to load containers, trucks, and trailers in under 10 minutes. Handle sawn timber, wood boards, and laminated timber, including LVL, CLT, and glulam.
  • Load containers and trucks in minutes with one person operating the system.
  • Reduce product damage and injury risk thanks to automated cargo handling.
  • Lower operational costs and decrease workforce expenses.
  • Maximize container and truck space by filling them to their full capacity.
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Log Loader attached to container

Automatic log loading

Use the Log Loader to stuff containers in minutes and avoid returns for weight adjustments. We'll tailor the loading machine to your specific equipment and log dimensions.
  • Reduce yard maintenance costs related to log loading by up to 30%.
  • Weigh logs with +/-2% accuracy before loading them onto the container.
  • Reduce operational and maintenance costs.
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Loading wood chips onto a ship with a Radial Stacker

Wood chip and pellet handling

SmartTEH conveyor systems help you load bulk cargo faster and smarter. Eliminate unnecessary loading equipment, reduce operational downtime, and improve overall efficiency.
  • Reduce reliance on manual labor and eliminate inefficient loading practices.
  • Minimize downtime and safety risks.
  • Easily adjust the height and positioning of the system to your environment.
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Load smarter with SmartTEH

Tailored to your needs

We'll adjust the loading system to your specific needs and cargo type.

Top value choice

Our automated loading solutions are available at the most competitive prices in the industry.

Fast return on investment

Optimize the way you load timber and start saving money for your business.

Global delivery

With clients in 30+ countries, we deliver our solutions worldwide. All systems are manufactured in the EU.

Want to learn more about automated timber loading?
Send us a message and we'll answer all your questions.
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Frequently asked questions

What timber products can I load with SmartTEH?
Our automated loading solutions enable you to handle any wood and timber cargo to be transported via shipping containers and trucks. 

The loading machines will help you load sawn timber, roundwood, plywood, laminated timber, and other timber products.
What's the price of your loading solutions?
The price of every system depends on your specific operational needs and cargo. Please reach out for more detailed information about our solutions.
Where are the systems manufactured?
All of our automatic loading systems are manufactured in the European Union.
How is the equipment installed?
Setup takes two to three working days, depending on the machine. We install the equipment, train your staff, and conduct tests.
Do you deliver worldwide?
Yes, we deliver our equipment globally.

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Client: Prima Log
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