Forestry Equipment Articles

Tigercat's New 612 Dual Winch Skidder →

The Tigercat 612 series skidder platform was created to manage the extraction function in challenging terrain selective felling applications, while preserving the value and quality of the residual stand. The machine can be equipped with a dual winch, a movable back shield and fairlead system, as well as a crane and front blade tongs. The 612 is equipped with the Tigercat FPT N67 Stage V engine, delivering 155 kW (208 hp). Click for more...

Forest Pro Inc. to Begin Offering DEVELON Equipment at Its Three Virginia Locations →

Forest Pro Inc. , a logging equipment dealership in Virginia, is partnering with DEVELON, formerly Doosan construction equipment, to begin offering heavy equipment at its three locations: Scottsville, Manquin and Keysville. All three locations will feature the full line of DEVELON construction equipment, including crawler, wheel and mini excavators, wheel loaders, dozers and articulated dump trucks, for general contractors, landscapers and loggers. Click for more...

VIDEO: Fecon Debuts FMX28 Bull Hog Compact Excavator Mulcher at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 →

Fecon LLC, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, debuted the FMX28 Bull Hog compact excavator mulcher attachment at its booth at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023. Capable of mulching overgrowth, underbrush and small trees, the FMX28 attachment offers a versatile solution for clearing property lines, pastureland, real estate lots, ditches, trails, fencerows and invasive species, and more. Click for more...

Public Works Department Achieves 100 Percent On-Site Recycling With Ransome Attachments →

The Harding Department of Public Works, in Harding Township, N.J., has streamlined its tree recycling operation with the help of a new Exac-One GRP200-7 hydraulic grapple and Black Splitter S2 800 cone splitter from Ransome Attachments. Harding Township, New Jersey, is a well-kept, leafy suburban enclave located roughly 47 mi. west of Manhattan. The department does a little bit of everything, including paving, forestry, pothole repair, lawn mowing and even masonry. Click for more...

ASV Introduces VT-100, VT-100 Forestry Compact Track Loaders →

ASV introduced the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry Posi-Track compact track loaders at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023. The new VT-100 compact track loader is a vertical lift machine that excels in loading and grading applications in landscaping and construction. The VT-100 Forestry is suited for mulching, right-of-way clearance, site prep and more. The models include elevated comfort, visibility and performance features. Click for more...

Women in Forestry: Janessa Nelson-Smith →

Janessa Nelson-Smith grew up in a logging family, married into a logging family and has now joined a growing group of women making their careers in forestry. How did you get started in logging? I've been surrounded by logging my whole life. My dad was in logging, and my brother followed. One day my brother came home and said to me, "Grab your stuff. You're coming to work with me." I thought it was so cool just to be going somewhere with my brother. Click for more...

Link-Belt Excavator Company Announces 40B Forestry Series →

The Link-Belt 3440B Processor, 4040B Timber Loader and 4640B Timber Loader are now available in the United States and Canada. The new "40B Series" of forestry equipment features design improvements to increase cooling performance, debris management and serviceability. The 4040B TL is gaining a substantial increase in engine HP, by 21 percent. Coupled with increased cooling and airflow management, the 4040B TL is sure to put in the work for the long haul, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

Taylor Construction Equipment Becomes New Dealer for Fecon →

Taylor Construction Equipment is now an authorized dealer of Fecon Bull Hog mulchers, forestry attachments and stump grinders in Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. In addition to the sale and rental of new equipment and used equipment sales, each location offers extensive after-sale support with 24/7 parts, service and support provided through Taylor Sudden Service operating from locations in Louisville, Philadelphia and Richland, Miss., west Memphis, Ark., Elizabethtown, Ky., Maryville and White House, Tenn., Evansville and Indianapolis, Ind., and Cincinnati, Ohio. Click for more...

Oregon Logging Conference Hosts 85th Annual Event →

The 85th Annual Oregon Logging Conference was deemed a success as it boasted more registered attendees and exhibitors this year. Overall, pre-registered attendance was up 18 percent and exhibitor participation was up 17 percent over last year. As the weather improved during the OLC, so did attendance, especially on the final day of the conference, which was Family Day and also was open to the public with no admission charge. Click for more...

FAE Showcases New Equipment Releases at ConExpo 2023 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... During ConExpo 2023, FAE will have its largest booth presence ever, displaying 17 of its most popular models, including six brand new equipment releases. RCU: Remote Controlled Tracked Units Hard-to-access areas, steeply sloping terrain, rough grades up to 55 degrees and sensitive ground conditions are no challenge for FAE's new RCU line of compact remote controlled tracked carriers, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Emerson and Sons Logging Helps Protect the Land →

The first thing that strikes visitors to Vermont is its natural beauty. In the fall, the "Green Mountain State" becomes a patchwork quilt of color. Sugar maples create deep fiery reds and oranges in fall foliage. Not surprisingly, tourism is the state's biggest industry, followed by manufacturing. Forestry contributes 9 percent of Vermont's total manufacturing output and is a $1.5-billion industry. Click for more...

Third-Gen Owner Brings New Ideas to Family Business →

If a tree falls in a forest, it may or may not make a sound. But if a tree fell in southwest Ohio any time after 1946, there's a chance that Madison Tree and Landscape has been there to help clean up the mess. This family-owned business has been a staple in the greater Cincinnati area providing tree care and landscaping services. As the business enters its third generation, it's clear to CEO Jon Butcher that it is possible to teach an old dog new tricks. Click for more...

Company Wrench Expands Bandit Territory in Florida →

Company Wrench recently announced the expansion of its Bandit territory into southeastern Florida. The expansion includes the following counties: Broward, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach and St. Lucie. Company Wrench also offers Bandit's line of towable handfed tree chippers and stump grinders in central Florida. "For several years, Bandit's industry-leading tree care and landscape products, combined with Company Wrench's Cutting Edge of Customer Service, has yielded positive results for our central Florida customers," Cam Gabbard, president of Company Wrench, said. Click for more...

Vermeer Reimagines HG4000 Horizontal Grinder →

The next generation of Vermeer horizontal grinders reimagines how these popular machines are designed, built and operated. What sets them apart? Operator control, grinding efficiency, ease of maintenance and engine performance — and so much more. The HG4000 horizontal grinder is the first to be reimagined, designed to process everything from green waste to pallets and scrap lumber. "The HG4000 builds on the legacy of Vermeer horizontal grinders that are known for efficiently processing logs and other organic matter into valuable end products," said Jeff Bradley, Vermeer recycling and forestry product manager. Click for more...

Ponsse's 19,000th Forest Machine Completed at Vieremä Factory →

On Feb. 17, 2023, the 19,000th Ponsse forest machine was handed over to Scottish long-term customer Elliot Henderson Ltd, with the Royal Burgh of Annan Pipe Band playing in the background. The Ponsse Scorpion Giant harvester with H8 harvester head will work at logging sites in the Scottish Borders and Scottish Lowlands. "Thank you to the Elliot Henderson group and the Royal Burgh of Annan Pipe Band for coming to Vieremä to celebrate the 19,000th machine milestone with us. Click for more...

John Deere Adds 2956G to Its Line-Up of Crawler Log Loaders →

Designed for logging contractors of all sizes, John Deere's 2956G crawler log loader is an ideal solution for customers looking for a machine that provides the best combination of engine horsepower and hydraulics capability, while maintaining a machine weight of less than 90,000 lbs. "We are always listening to customer feedback to bring ideal solutions and technologies to the forestry industry," said Jarvis de Groot, global product marketing manager, forestry swing machines, John Deere. Click for more...

SEPPI M. Introduces New Mulching Solutions at ConExpo-Con/AGG →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SEPPI M. will exhibit its latest mulching equipment at ConExpo-Con/AGG, the trade show that brings together the top manufacturers in the equipment industry to demonstrate their latest innovations and technologies. SEPPI M. is displaying the new MAX 50 le remote control tracked carrier, MICROFORST cl forestry mulcher, and MINISOIL cl stone crusher and forestry mulcher for compact loaders. "We are very excited to be unveiling these new pieces of equipment at ConExpo-Con/AGG," said Lorenz Seppi, president of the company. Click for more...

ASV to Introduce New Machine, Showcase Numerous 2022 Introductions at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 →

ASV, a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, will introduce a new product and feature the RT-75, RT-135F and the Yanmar-powered RT-40 equipped with ASV's rapidly expanding attachment line in Booth W40059 at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 in Las Vegas. ASV will be next to the Yanmar Compact Equipment booth as a visual representation of the two brands working together as one team under the Yanmar Compact Equipment North America umbrella. Click for more...

Cat 548 Makes Logging Simple, Secure, Productive →

The new Cat 548 next generation forest machine features several significant design upgrades that make it a top choice for tree work. "The 548 earned a reputation for reliable performance," said Brent Uitermarkt, vice president of Caterpillar's forestry products. "The next generation 548 will take it to an even higher level." More Production Available in Log Loader and General Forest configurations, the new 548's C7.1 twin turbo engine produces 30 percent more power than the previous series' engine, enabling the new electrohydraulic control system to deliver 30 percent more swing torque. Click for more...

Cat 558 Makes Woods Work Productive, Profitable, Pleasant →

The new Cat 558 next generation forest machine features several design upgrades that are sure to lift the production of seasoned loggers and even those with less time in the woods. "The previous 558 was the best in its class for moving timber with power and reliability," said Brent Uitermarkt, vice president for Caterpillar's forestry products. "The new 558 next gen machine builds on that by being even more productive. Click for more...

← 11 Page 12 13 →