Forestry Equipment Articles

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...

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...

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...

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...

PLC of Maine Raises Record $262,403 for Log-a-Load for Kids in 2022 →

The Professional Logging Contractors (PLC) of Maine raised a record $262,403 for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in Maine in 2022 through its annual Log A Load for Maine Kids fundraising efforts. The total shattered the previous record set in 2021 of $205,000, with the PLC's two Log A Load golf tournaments and the Log A Load live auction at the PLC's annual membership meeting each hitting new highs in 2022. 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...

Modern Machinery Receives Milestone Build of 200th Falcon Winch Assist System →

Logging steep slopes presents safety risks as well as challenges that affect production. Overcoming both has been a mission for DC Equipment, manufacturer of the Falcon Forestry Equipment (FFE) Falcon Winch Assist, which recently saw completion of its 200th unit with the help of Modern Machinery Inc. "The 200th is one of a significant number of units DC Equipment has built during the past several years," said Territory Manager Russ Smith, who was instrumental in bringing the Falcon Winch Assist to the Pacific Northwest. Click for more...

Eco Log Group Gets New CEO, Strengthens Management →

Eco Log Group AB, which specializes in forest machines, has a new majority shareholder. An agreement has been entered into with Lazarus Industriförvaltning AB, which acquires a majority of Eco Log Group AB. Lazarus is an investment company specialized in operational turn-around of companies facing significant challenges. By combining access to capital with experience of operational turn-around, Lazarus can strengthen Eco Logs' position and offering going forward, the company said. Click for more...

Waratah Forestry Equipment Marks 50th Anniversary →

Waratah Forestry Equipment is celebrating 50 years of innovation within the forestry industry and thanking its customers for decades of trust and loyalty to the brand. "We're proud to celebrate our 50th anniversary this year thanks to our loyal customers and dedicated team members across the globe," said Heather Robinson, general manager of worldwide distribution at Waratah. "It's exciting, because we are in a unique position to offer our customers experience, expertise and innovation." Waratah customers are a testament to the company's reliability and legacy. Click for more...

Diamond Mowers Introduces TR Boom Drum Mulcher →

Bringing new and improved performance features to the forefront of vegetation management, the new TR Boom drum mulcher from Diamond Mowers offers a safer, faster and more complete solution to tree and brush control. Engineered for heavy-duty mulching applications, this game-changing attachment optimizes productivity and increases asset utilization for greater work diversity and revenue potential. Click for more...

For Green Gorilla Lawnscapes, A Finer Finish Leads to More Starts →

Dan Beirne is a big believer in the mantra, the customer is always right. So, after a client asked if he could find a way to produce a finer finish after a bush hogging project, he started researching his options. What he ultimately found was that a finer finish led to many more starts, due to his RK5015 mulcher from Fecon. When Beirne retired from the United States Air Force after 23 years of military service as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller and Aerial Gunner, he founded the landscaping company Green Gorilla Lawnscapes, in Charleston, S.C. Click for more...

Diamond Mowers Slices Trees, Brush With Brush Cutter Pro X →

Diamond Mowers' heavy-duty, hydraulically driven 40 in. excavator brush cutter Pro X slices trees and brush up to 4 in. in diameter and is equipped with a spring-loaded retractable shield to deflect debris. Its simple design keeps operation and maintenance costs low, and it's most productive on tall grass, small trees, fence lines and large-scale brush clearing applications due to the Tri-Hex mulching disc that provides powerful inertia in tough conditions and prevents material build-up between the deck and blade carrier. Click for more...

Diamond Mowers' Excavator Disc Mulcher Pro X Ideal for Vegetation Management →

Ideal for rural environments, thicker trees, pasture reclamation and hard-to-reach areas that require vegetation management, Diamond Mowers' 36 in. excavator disc mulcher Pro X uses stored energy and hydraulic power to mulch, making it an energy-efficient and cost-effective choice. Using the four-point hardened steel teeth on the perimeter and bottom surface of the mulching disc, this attachment cuts grass, brush and small trees up to 6 in. Click for more...

Diamond Mowers' Excavator Drum Mulcher Pro X Tackles Over/Undergrowth →

Diamond Mowers' excavator drum mulcher Pro X effectively cuts back and processes unwanted over or undergrowth, making it ideal for land clearing, vegetation management and utility and roadside maintenance. Offered in 30 in. and 50 in. cutting widths to accommodate excavator carriers from 4.5 to 10 metric tons, it is equipped with a Rexroth 63cc adjustable displacement hydraulic motor to power through material up to 8 in. Click for more...

Honeycutt Uses YouTube Channel to Share 270T Projects →

As a school principal who grew up on a farm in North Carolina, Lance Honeycutt is passionate about education and heavy machinery. Both were at the front of his mind when he created his YouTube channel called Honeycutt's Brush & More in 2021. The channel showcases projects he completes on his family's farm and for his customers as the owner of Honeycutt's Brush. Most of his content involves a JCB 270T he purchased from Company Wrench. Click for more...

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