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Welcome to our September newsletter! Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive roundup of the latest news in forestry and used logging equipment and accessories for sale.
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James Jones & Sons Ltd Acquire GT Timber
James Jones & Sons Ltd has announced the acquisition of GT Timber Ltd, the holding company of Taylormade Timber Products Ltd and Kerr Timber Products Ltd which operate sawmills at Sherburn Hill, Durham and Annan respectively. The acquisition
Tractor and Trailer Driver wanted for timber haulage
Tractor and Trailer Driver wanted for timber haulage Ian Howie Forestry specialise in low ground pressure timber haulage from harvesting sites to collection points for timber lorries and work throughout Scotland and the Scottish Isles. Applicants must have
Class 1 Driver Required for Timber Haulage
South East Forestry require a class 1 driver for Timber Haulage The ideal candidate would have Timber crane experience. This is a permanent position and you will be based in Kent working throughout the south east,. Salary will
FMS, A Cut Above
From their workshop in Wark, Northumberland, directors and co-owners Graham Johnston and Stephen Wills, along with their workforce, have designed and manufactured the FMS 575 ST stroke harvesting head. The company are also the sole UK agents for
Forwarder Operator Required, Inverness Area
Fraser Timber Harvesting is an Inverness based company working for West Fraser (Norbord). We are currently looking for a Self-Employed Forwarder Operator to join our small team working in Inverness area including the North of Scotland. Job Description- Operate a Valmet
Updated Rottne H8D Thinning Harvester
Rottne H8D is a small and versatile harvester with unique characteristics including exact tracking, swing arms on the wheels, variable transmission and automatic anti-spin. This makes it very easy-to-operate with minimum space requirements, providing the conditions for smooth
Drivers Wanted
Kieron M Owen is one of the largest timber hauliers in the UK and he is currently looking for experienced lorry drivers due to an increasing workload You will be working from his base in Mid Wales, excellent
Forwarder Operator Required, Fort William
Any big producing forwarder operators looking for long term work in the Fort William area? Nice big timber, very few sizes, excellent rates, good machine with full mechanical back up and weekly payments. You will be following an
Experienced Forestry Service Engineer Required
RJ Fukes Forestry Services are looking for an Experienced Forestry Service Engineer You will be based at our workshop in Longtown, Carlisle, but travelling to sites covering the areas of Scotland and Northern England. The ideal candidate will
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This weeks Used Forestry equipment includes a Nokka 1502 drive trailer C/W Botex 570 single extension crane, Fuelwood Splitta 360, Moheda- S/H Moheda M91 Trailer With K35 Crane, Long Track Links, Coupling Joining Links for Wheelchains and Harvesters
Wales to combat economic and environmental crises
Wales to combat economic and environmental crises by becoming a ‘forest nation’ Welsh Government urged to build more affordable housing using indigenous timber to achieve a green recovery from the pandemic. Constructing new affordable housing using timber from
Waratah Debuts HTH616C Series III Harvesting Head
Waratah Forestry Equipment introduced a new generation of its HTH616C harvester head – the new HTH616C Series-III, which features many new service and accessibility upgrades and is highlighted by a new main control valve designed to increase performance,
Experienced Chainsaw Operators Required
Jim Wilmer & Sons require experienced Chainsaw Operators to work in the Dumfries & Galloway and central Scotland districts. Large tree and Windblow qualification units required as well as valid +F first aid certification. For more information call
New Ponsse Scorpion
Ponsse launches a completely modernised range of Scorpion harvesters, which meets all the requirements of forestry today. The new PONSSE Scorpion takes harvest productivity and ergonomics to the next level and sets a new standard for the operator’s
France searches for old growth oak for Notre Dame
The 2019 fire that ravaged the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris has forced officials to make a number of difficult decisions, including how to replace the spire that was destroyed in the blaze. Having chosen to rebuild the
APF 2021 – Postponed
Due to the ongoing uncertainties surrounding Covid 19 and after consultation with our sponsors, exhibitors and visitors, the Directors of APF 2021 have reluctantly taken the difficult decision to postpone the event for a further year. The revised
New John Deere Harvester Heads
New John Deere Harvester Heads; H423, H425 AND H425HD The H423 harvester head has been designed for thinnings and small-size trees. The more robust H425 and H425HD harvester heads are designed for final fellings and big trees.The new
John Deere Unveils New 768L-II Bogie Skidder
John Deere introduces the new six-wheel 768L-II Bogie Skidder, a true woodland warrior designed to conquer wet conditions and steep slope terrain. Incorporating the proven, durable features found on the John Deere L-II Skidder lineup, the new 768L-II
Graythwaite Sawmill, Sawmill assistant wanted
Sawmill Assistant Wanted.. Graythwaite Sawmill is looking for a Sawmill Assistant to assist within the mill and firewood area. We have an excellent opportunity to join a stunning family-run country Estate set in the heart of the Lake
Two Artic drivers wanted for timber haulage
Jim Wilmer & Sons Timber Harvesting Ltd are looking to expand the fleet a bit yet and are looking for two additional Artic/Skelly experienced timber drivers to haul timber from our Independent loader . We are based at
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About Forest Machine Magazine-Forestry News
Forest Machine Magazine is a dedicated online hub for forestry news that keeps you updated with the latest information covering all aspects of forestry.
We feature current forestry news, the latest equipment, and interesting stories about the people and companies involved in ground preparation, road building and maintenance, planting, thinning, harvesting, extraction, timber haulage, sawmilling, and wood processing.
Our editor, Rab Easton, is a second-generation forestry professional with nearly 50 years of hands-on experience. He has worked on harvesting contracts throughout the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the USA. He began his career as a chainsaw operator with the Forestry Commission, where he earned his forester qualifications but chose to pursue timber harvesting instead of management. He also qualified as a Forest Machine Operator Instructor, training the next generation of operators at Barony College in Parkgate, near Dumfries.
Being a part of the forest industry and being known by the people and contractors within it has been a huge asset to Forest Machine Magazine, as it has opened doors that remain closed to others.
In the nine years since its establishment, Forest Machine Magazine has built a network of highly experienced operators who provide reliable feedback when trialling equipment and accessories in real conditions.
Rab’s wife, Wendy, was initially a tree surgeon who worked at Canterbury Cathedral before transitioning to horticulture and specialising in plant propagation. She has played an instrumental role in Forest Machine Magazine, managing client relationships, photography, graphic design, and maintaining the website.
We made the decision this year for the website, monthly newsletter and our social media pages to be our sole outlets for information about current events, equipment, and features, allowing us to publish instantly rather than adhering to deadlines
Written by loggers for loggers, forestry is not just a job but a way of life.
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