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Welcome to our November 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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Mercedes-Benz G-Class: Production anniversary
The 400,000th iteration of this classic off-road G-Class vehicle has now been built The G-Class has been manufactured since 1979, and now this off-road icon has hit the milestone of 400,000 models produced. To mark this anniversary, a
Neste, the first in Finland to introduce renewable fuel oil.
Neste-in support of reducing the carbon footprint of heavy equipment and heating Neste is the first in Finland to introduce fuel oil produced from 100% renewable raw materials. From the beginning of January 2021, Neste MY Non Road
Kesla Oyj 204T on Safari
Ranua Wildlife Safari Park was established in 1983. Today, the park is home to around 200 animals that represent 50 arctic species. The animals are housed in spacious enclosures right in the middle of a Nordic forest. It
Waratah Forestry, new online parts catalogue
Waratah Forestry Equipment recently unveiled its new online parts catalogue. The system enables Waratah customers with online access to quickly find the genuine parts they need to keep their machines up and running.“Our new online catalogue is a
500 hectare planting boost for England’s Community Forests
· Over 500 hectares of trees will be planted in ten Community Forests over the next five months thanks to new £12.1 million fund · Trees will eventually store 100,000 tonnes of carbon, the equivalent of over 45,000 trans-Atlantic flights
Coronavirus dislikes wooden surfaces
The battle against Coronavirus, Hospital hygiene could be improved by using more wood Coronavirus; Wooden surfaces have twofold hygienic properties: Even when dirty, wood destroys bacteria clearly better than glass, for example. Coronaviruses, too, lose their contagiousness fairly
Echo Auto Choke and Easy Start Chainsaws
ECHO has introduced two rear handle chainsaws designed for easy starting. Both are lightweight, versatile and packed with features that enhance operator comfort and convenience. The ergonomic design ensures manoeuvrability and precision, making them ideal for pruning and
SP Maskiner joins the Eco Log Group
A strong overall supplier when SP Maskiner joins the Eco Log Group In the spring, the merger between Eco Log and Gremo was announced. Now SP Maskiner AB is also joining the joint group and for Eco Log
UPM Wood-based FibDex® wound dressing
A wound dressing that can speed up healing and bring new convenience to patient care A new wound care dressing made from a sustainable, wood-based raw material which is particularly suited to treating large wound areas. FibDex® is a
Film Star Christmas Tree for Big Ben
A very special Christmas tree that is one in a million is destined to become the most famous in Britain. A 43-foot-tall Sitka spruce with “film star” looks has been selected from the 155 million trees growing in
Brexit, Preparing for 1 January 2021
Brexit, a guide for the UK timber industry After Brexit, whether a deal is signed or not, the UK will see a fundamental shift in its relationship with the EU. It is essential that every businesses in the
New funding for tree planting welcome
but large forests are needed to hit planting target Confor has welcomed the latest confirmation that the UK Government is committed to planting 30,000 hectares of new woodland annually by 2025. A £92 million funding pot, part of the £640m Nature for
MAN TGX named Truck of the Year 2021
The new MAN TGX has been named International Truck of the Year 2021 by a jury of 24 trade journalists. It was commended for its driving comfort, working and living conditions, safety, fuel efficiency, connectivity, innovative services, and
Kiilto Pro ForExt prevents the spread of forest fires
Kiilto and PPO-Elektroniikka Oy have combined their expertise and developed an environmentally friendly fire-fighting chemical for extinguishing forest fires and wildfires. Kiilto’s 100-year expertise in the chemical industry and PPO-Elektroniikka’s more than 30 years of experience in fire
Mulching with Kingwell Holdings
Here is a good example of a successful Mulching operation completed by Kingwell Holdings Ltd. Justin Kingwell and his team cover the whole of the UK carrying out Forestry and Site Clearances, Timber Harvesting, Tree Clearance, Stump
Waratah debuts efficient H424 harvester head
Waratah Forestry Equipment recently introduced the new H424, a highly manoeuvrable harvester head specially designed for mid-sized wheeled and tracked machines. With an excellent power-to-weight ratio, the H424 makes quick work of second thinnings and early regeneration cuttings
West Fraser to Acquire Norbord
Creating a Diversified Global Wood Products Leader Complementary OSB business expands product and geographic diversityGreater scale and customer relevance unlocks and de-risks growth opportunitiesWest Fraser and Norbord shareholders to benefit from a stronger value creation platform Joint investment community
134,000 trees to be planted for communities
Through the Urban Tree Challenge Fund More than 50 projects led by community and volunteer groups, councils and individuals have been awarded a share of a £10 million pot to increase tree numbers in urban areas through small-scale
MAN Trucks, stepping up to the mark
Trucks are the lifeblood of our country; they supply our industry, shops, hospitals and more day and night, 365 days a year. They deliver vital supplies to every corner of our country and during the Covid-19 crisis they
Rottne Industri introduces new warranty
“It takes us to a leading position in the industry” Rottne Industri AB introduces new warranty terms for its newly produced forestry machines.– It is about taking responsibility, as well as giving extra purchasing security for our customers,
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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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