Step Feeders
Engineered to Singulate and Feed Logs Consistently. Even in the Toughest Conditions.
Whether you’re feeding a debarker, chip-n-saw, canter, or lathe line, Linden Step Feeders deliver the singulation control and reliability your mill needs. Engineered for decades of heavy use, our systems are proven to outperform traditional log handling solutions – with less downtime, cleaner operation, and a better flow into your production line.
Built to Perform
Linden has a number of Step Feeder models to suit different applications and performance requirements
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Let us help you identify what singulation machine will best suit your needs and budget
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Single-Acting Step Feeders
Simple, Dependable Log Separation for Moderate-Volume Lines
Our Single-Acting Step Feeder uses fixed and movable steps powered by hydraulic cylinders in a reciprocating motion. It’s ideal for mills that need reliable log feeding without added complexity.
Best for
Low-Moderate cycle rates where simplicity, low cost, compact layout, and low maintenance are priorities.
Key Benefits:
- Low cost
- Easy to maintain and integrate into existing systems
- Field-proven in hundreds of installations
Specifications:
- Log Length: 8’ to 24’
- Log Diameter: Up to ~30”
- Cycle Rate: ~15 CPM
- Actuation: Hydraulic cylinders
- Add-on: Tempo follower cylinder for precision control
- Feed Type: Log Singulation
Applications:
Specialty mills, lathe lines
Double-Acting Step Feeders
Higher Throughput + Cost Effective
For high-volume applications or mills dealing with bark-heavy or crisscrossed log piles, our Double-Acting Step Feeder offers effective log singulation with a balanced electric drive. One set of box sections and one set of plate sections alternate as a single unit, driven by a torque tube and reducer for consistent performance.
How it works:
As one set rises, it delivers the log while the other clears the face—eliminating jams and keeping your line moving.
Key Benefits:
- Handles difficult piles without log bridging
- Budget friendly
- Ideal for high-volume, automated environments
Specifications:
- Log Length: 8’ to 24’
- Log Diameter: 4” to 36”
Applications:
Feeding high-volume systems, heavy logs, and deep-piled, crisscrossed stems in environments requiring continuous uptime.
Self-Cleaning Step Feeders
Maximum Uptime. Minimal Maintenance.
Every Linden Self-Cleaning Double-Acting Step Feeder includes our self-cleaning design, but we also offer compact options tailored for automated lines with even higher debris loads or tighter footprints. These models are ideal for operations prioritizing clean cycles and low manual intervention.
How it works:
Two continuous sets of steps are connected by link arms to a torque tube, driven by a reducer and motor. As logs are lifted and fed forward, the uninterrupted face of each step scrapes debris off the feed path – eliminating buildup and preventing jams.
Key Benefits:
- Reduced downtime from bark buildup
- Fewer cleanouts between shifts
- Long-term reliability for continuous-run operations
Specifications:
- Log Length: 8’ to 24’
- Log Diameter: 3” to 36”
Applications:
Ideal for high-throughput, high-debris environments like chip-n-saw lines, canter lines, and mills processing crooked or frozen logs. Recommended for facilities requiring maximum uptime and minimal manual intervention.
At a Glance: Model Comparison
Single-Acting
Log Length
8’–24’
Diameter Range
Up to ~30”
Motion Type
Hydraulic, Recip.
Self-Cleaning
No
Best For
Simplicity, easy integration
Double-Acting
Log Length
8’–24’
Diameter Range
3”–36”
Motion Type
Electric, Alt.
Self-Cleaning
Some Models
Best For
High throughput
Self-Cleaning
Log Length
8’–20’
Diameter Range
3”–36”
Motion Type
Electric, Alt.
Self-Cleaning
Yes (Enhanced)
Best For
Auto systems, uptime critical
Documentation & Manuals
For over 50 years, Linden Fabricating has been a trusted partner in the forestry industry. Today, we go beyond singulation equipment – we design integrated systems that keep your mill running smoothly.
