In 1994 the first commercial Lucas Mill portable sawmill was sold and now culminates into 25 years of successful operation with over 18,500 models sold in more than 100 countries.
Established in 1994, Lucas Mill is a family owned and operated business.
The factory originated in a small farm shed on a sheep property nestled within the native stringy bark and red box trees in a locality called Wooragee in north-eastern Victoria.
With low expectations, it came as a welcome surprise that orders for over 50 machines were placed in the first month of manufacturing – a quantity the Lucas family would have welcomed as a typical annual output.
Initially the company specialised in manufacturing the model 6 sawmill with a 159mm (6.25 inch) cut until early 1996 when a model 8 was launched capable of cutting 216mm (8.5 inches) and powered by a 15kW (20hp) engine.
In 1996 Lucas Mill manufactured the first dedicated slabber, a machine specifically designed for cutting timber slabs.
The electrically powered swing blade sawmill was the next addition to the range in 1998 powered by a 3-phase electric motor.
Lucas Mill portable sawmills continued to grow over the next twenty-one years with 5 different circular swing-blade machines now available, from 159mm (6.25 inch) model up to the versatile 254mm (10 inch) model.
Optional attachments are available for each model including slabbing, planning, sanding and weatherboard.
March 2019 represents Lucas Mill’s 25th anniversary in manufacturing their popular and proven portable sawmills. They are pleased to announce that the first Lucas portable swing blade sawmill ever made, a model 6 is still operating 25 years later.
The Lucas Portable Sawmill can be transported to almost any location and set up to select harvest timber with minimal impact to the surrounding environment.
Whether your project is cutting timber for private fencing, building or furniture making, hobbyist or if you are a sub-contractor, there is no doubt that there is a strong demand for a quality Australian made product such as the Lucas Mill
To date over 18,500 Lucas Mill portable sawmills have been sold into more than 100 different countries around the world.
If you would like to learn more about the Lucas Mill call on tel: 03 5728 7283, email: admin@lucasmill.com.au see the website at: www.lucasmill.com
