Lumber & Processing
Timbadola Sawmill, Limpopo

Lumber & Processing

SAFCOL's Timbadola Sawmill processes SA Pine into structural and non-structural sawn timber for the South African construction and joinery markets. All sales are concluded on an ex-mill basis.

Lumber Grades

All SAFCOL lumber is graded to SANS specifications. Structural and non-structural ranges are available.

Structural

S5P and S7P

Structural grades S5P and S7P for use in trusses, framing and engineered structural applications. Produced and tested under SANS 1783-2.

  • S5P - general structural framing
  • S7P - higher load-bearing structural use
Non-structural

CL / SE / DL / CR

Joinery, packaging and industrial grades for non-structural applications.

  • CL - clear, knot-free joinery
  • SE - selected joinery
  • DL - dressed lumber
  • CR - crating and packaging
Stacked SAFCOL planks

Standard Dimensions

Sawn timber is produced in standard cross-sections from 38 x 38 mm up to 50 x 228 mm in lengths from 1.8 m to 6.6 m. Custom orders are accommodated subject to volume and lead time.

All lumber is kiln-dried to a moisture content of less than 18%, planed-all-round (PAR) or rough-sawn as required.

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Timber-frame Structures

Social Infrastructure Construction

SAFCOL constructs timber-frame schools, clinics, early childhood development centres and community halls using SA Pine. 99% of SAFCOL's social infrastructure projects are timber-framed.

All structures meet NHBRC and SANS 10082 standards for timber-frame construction.

Timber-frame community project

Frequently Asked Questions

How are sales conducted?

All sales are concluded on an ex-mill basis from the Timbadola Sawmill in Limpopo. Customers arrange their own transport from the mill.

Are samples available?

Yes - graded samples can be arranged on request through the Sales Manager.

What payment terms apply?

Standard SAFCOL credit terms apply subject to credit application and approval.

Is FSC chain-of-custody maintained?

Yes - the Timbadola Sawmill is FSC chain-of-custody certified, allowing buyers to claim FSC origin on processed lumber.

Sales Manager

For sawn timber orders, grading queries and account applications, contact our Sales Manager directly.

Niel Gouws

Sales Manager, Lumber & Processing