Mereen-Johnson | The Model 312 Series Saw
This saw is designed for small to mid-sized shops, or large operations that require multiple ripping cells for flexibility. Small, compact, & affordable; this saw will rip 10,000 board feet per shift and is backed by our industry –leading 2-year warranty.
The Mereen-Johnson Model 312-DC offers all the quality, heavy-duty construction, and precision glue joint ripping capability you expect. What you would not expect is how
affordable this machine is for any shop ripping up to 10,000 board feet per shift or for large operations that need multiple ripping cells for flexibility.
A severe duty direct drive arbor delivers unmatched performance without the need for belt replacement or constant adjustment. A precision high friction feed bed with replaceable
steel backed rubber inserts securely carries material through the saw to assure a glue joint cut. The 312-DC is unmatched for reliability, durability, and low maintenance costs.
Features:
- Posi-Feed dip bed for absolutely straight line feeding.
- Cast Iron Mereen-Johnson built motor with precision
tolerance spindle for true running performance. - Press Roll/Hold down bed plate arrangement for positive
stock containment, quality ripping, and extended tool life. - Open Pressure Head design for access of saw blade
alignment to optional laser lights and exclusive TwistLock
tool change system
Applications:
Moulding Stock - Random width or full panel sheet.
Dimension Stock - Precision components, S4S blanks, salvage, reclaim.
Edge Glued Panels - Solid wood for panel stock.
Specifications
Capacity: 12” arbor space; thickness to 3-1/2”, 30” min. length glue joint accuracy; 22“ min. length bust up only. Left side open for ripping wide panels.
Arbor Drive: 50 HP 3600 RPM TEFC direct arbor drive.
Feed Drive: Posi-Feed friction feed bed with 5” pitch Mereen-Johnson Double-Vee chain and extruded structural aluminum feed slats with replaceable steel-backed rubber insert strips. Oil mist lube of chain and track.30 to 235 FPM through freq. control.
Hold Downs / Bed Plate: Four 3” dia. air loaded press rolls. Full width spring loaded bed plate.
Saw Sleeve: 12” capacity saw sleeve. Arranged for 10” to 14” dia. x 3-1/8” bore tooling.
Saw Spacers: One set included.
Dust Collection: One 8” and one 5” dia. upper; one 5” dia. lower; 3110 CFM total.
Anti-Kickback Safety Device: Single bottom and double upper infeed; single upper outfeed.
Stock Guide: Slide type adjustable guide.
Electrical: Arranged for 3/60/230 or 460 volt power supply (other electrics available).
Shipping Wt.: 6,500 Lbs. / 3,000 Kg. (approx.)
Warranty: 2 years
Options: - Powered Vertical Arbor Adjust
- TwistLock Saw Collars
- Sound Enclosure
- Laser Lights / Stand
- Power Feed Table
What is the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw and what primary production role does it serve?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw is an industrial rip & table saw manufactured by Mereen-Johnson and supplied by Centex Automation. This saw is designed for small to mid-sized shops, or large operations that require multiple ripping cells for flexibility.
What workpiece capacities and working dimensions are published for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
Published capacity specifications for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw include: Capacity: 12" arbor space; thickness to 3-1/2", 30" min. length glue joint accuracy; 22" min. length bust up only. Left side open for ripping wide panels. Verify that your largest and smallest production parts fall within this envelope before ordering.
What working units, motors, or tooling specifications does the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw feature?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw product documentation lists the following working unit and drive specifications: Options: - Powered Vertical Arbor Adjust; Cast Iron Mereen-Johnson built motor with precision; tolerance spindle for true running performance; Open Pressure Head design for access of saw blade; alignment to optional laser lights and exclusive TwistLock; tool change system.
How does material feeding, speed, or part transport operate on the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
For material transport and cycle speed, the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw specifications list: Posi-Feed dip bed for absolutely straight line feeding; Power Feed Table.
What shop utility, pneumatic, hydraulic, or dust extraction details are listed for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
Published utility and actuation specifications for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw state: Dust Collection: One 8" and one 5" dia. upper. Confirm exact plant voltage, phase, air supply, and dust collection CFM requirements with Centex Automation prior to installation.
What is the published capacity specification for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
According to the Mereen-Johnson technical specification table for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw, Capacity is rated at 12" arbor space.
What is the published dust collection specification for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
According to the Mereen-Johnson technical specification table for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw, Dust Collection is rated at One 8" and one 5" dia. upper.
What is the published options specification for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
According to the Mereen-Johnson technical specification table for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw, Options is rated at - Powered Vertical Arbor Adjust.
What additional design and construction highlight (#1) is specified for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw product specifications state: Posi-Feed dip bed for absolutely straight line feeding.
What additional production capability (#2) is listed for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw product specifications state: Cast Iron Mereen-Johnson built motor with precision; tolerance spindle for true running performance.
What mechanical or operational feature (#3) is highlighted on the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw product specifications state: Press Roll/Hold down bed plate arrangement for positive; stock containment, quality ripping, and extended tool life.
What equipment configuration detail (#4) is noted in the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw specifications?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw product specifications state: Open Pressure Head design for access of saw blade; alignment to optional laser lights and exclusive TwistLock; tool change system.
Which woodworking shops and production workflows are best suited for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw is engineered for industrial woodworking, cabinet manufacturing, millwork, and panel or solid-wood processing shops seeking an industrial rip & table saw from Mereen-Johnson (Fixed Arbor, Mereen-Johnson, Ripsaw). Share your part dimensions, material types, and daily throughput targets with Centex Automation to verify model fit.
How is pricing handled for the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw on the Centex Automation storefront?
The Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw is capital woodworking machinery offered on a Request-a-Quote (RFQ) basis rather than instant web checkout. Submit a quote request on the product page so Centex Automation can provide current equipment pricing, factory configuration options, and freight estimates.
What facility utility checks should a shop perform before installing the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw?
Before taking delivery of the Mereen-Johnson The Model 312 Series Saw, verify your shop's electrical voltage, phase, and amperage service, compressed air pressure and dry CFM supply (where pneumatic actuators are used), dust extraction port diameters and required CFM (for chip-producing machines), and floor space clearance for operator loading and maintenance access.