Bright Star Auctions is gearing up for a major day of sales on Tuesday, June 17th, with four online-only auctions featuring sawmill equipment, trailers, loaders, precut lines, and premium pallet stringers. Whether you’re a mill operator, equipment reseller, or trucking business, these auctions offer absolute opportunities—no reserves, no minimums, and everything sells to the highest bidder.
Below are auction overviews and a preview of the top equipment available in each sale.
Premium Cut Lumber Auction – (9:00 AM ET)
Location: Various locations
Seller: Various sellers
This auction is the first of what may become a recurring monthly event—featuring truckload quantities of notched #1 grade pallet stringers. With a 99% usability guarantee, this is the ideal chance to restock with quality material at competitive auction prices. If you’re in the pallet business, don’t miss this.
Key Highlight:
- Bulk quantities of notched pallet stringers with 99% usability
- Perfect for regional pallet manufacturers and distributors
Kings Sawmill Liquidation – Seymour, IA (9:00 AM CT)
Location: 3251 Cedar Rd, Seymour, IA
Seller: Benny J. King
King’s Sawmill is liquidating high-performing sawmill equipment, including a proven Baker bandmill, a complete Pendu cutup line, and a Takeuchi TL230 skid steer.
Featured Lots:
- Baker 3650E Band Mill – 36” log capacity, hydraulic system, powered by a John Deere PowerTech engine
- Pendu Cutup Line – Full system including unscrambler, chopsaw, gangsaw, and stacker
- Takeuchi TL230 Skid Steer – 70 hp Yanmar engine, good working condition
These machines are well-maintained and represent a solid buy for sawmill operators.
Trinity Lumber Sawmill Liquidation – Sebree, KY (10:00 AM CT)
Location: 1155 State Route 283, Sebree, KY
Seller: Nathaniel Schrock
Trinity Lumber is exiting sawmill operations and offering late-model, high-value equipment. This is one of the cleanest lineups we’ve seen in 2025, with gear ready to go to work.
Top Picks:
- Wood-Mizer WM4000 Bandmill – Low hours, fully outfitted with cab, automatic log turner, blade guides, and extra parts
- 2021 Peterbilt 389 – Cummins engine, 13-speed Eaton Fuller, only 235k miles
- 2024 Pitts LT40-L Log Trailer – Like new, spring suspension, air brakes, 3 bunk configuration
This is a must-attend auction for sawyers and trucking companies alike.
Kuhns Wood Products Precut Line Liquidation – Applecreek, OH (11:30 AM ET)
Location: 5719 Buss Rd, Applecreek, OH
Seller: Aden W. Kuhns
This sale features a fully outfitted precut line, with heavy-duty machinery that’s ideal for high-output operations.
Highlighted Equipment:
- Baker 3 Head Resaw – Includes a full runaround system, board separator, and sizer
- Pendu 4400 Stacker – Automatic stacking system with outfeed deck and hydraulic pack
- 2012 John Deere 444J Loader – Hydraulic quick attach, 6’ JRB forks, strong engine, clean condition
If you’re looking to scale up or modernize your lumber handling line, this auction delivers.
Auction Details & Registration
Each of these sales is online only, with bidding opening ahead of time and lots closing on Tuesday, June 17. Full catalogs, item details, and bidder registration are available at: https://bid.brightstarauctions.com
For questions, contact Auction Specialist Eugene Hochstetler at (574) 242-1100 or [email protected].
Remember: All auctions are absolute, meaning everything will be sold regardless of price. Whether you’re buying machinery, trucks, or materials, June 17 is packed with opportunity.
