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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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Low loader trailer For Sale
King GTS 44/3 Tri -axle Low loader trailer For Sale King GTS 44/3 Tri -axle Low loader trailerYear 201344 Tonne CapacityIn very good order – hardly used in the past year.Ready to go to work£21,000.00 + VAT FIND
Wood harvesting is part of the climate solution
A recent study commissioned by the Swedish Forest Industries on the environmental effect of wood harvesting in Sweden shows that the climate will not be better off if wood harvesting was restricted, and carbon stored in the forest.
Production adjustments at Södra Wood
To rebalance inventories and adapt to current demand, Södra Wood is now adjusting its production. For the remainder of 2022, sawn timber production will be reduced by approximately 100,000 m³. Timber is gaining ground as the most sustainable
A Gentle Approach
Mike Tyson, of Low Impact Forestry Ltd, offers his clients an environmentally-friendly approach to sustainable timber harvesting by using his two Logbullet low-impact mini forwarders for extracting felled and cross-cut timber from stump to roadside. The Logbullet is
Self-driving revolution to boost economy and improve road safety
New plan for self-driving vehicles plus a consultation on a safety ambition. government unveils plan to rollout self-driving vehicles on UK roads, sparking a transport revolution to improve road safety and better connect communitiesestimated 38,000 new jobs could
County Tractors: The Final Chapter
FMM uncovers the story of last ever County Tractor built and converted for Forestry Use Every time I hear someone talking about County Tractors or see photos of them my heart-rate starts to increase. I have previously owned
NEW DEALERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
FÖRST ANNOUNCE NEW DEALERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH PRO-ARB MACHINERY LTD Först, the global brand of choice, for woodchippers around the world, are delighted to announce that Pro-Arb Machinery Ltd, will be joining the Först family as an official dealer for
Welsh timber is back on Welsh railways
Welsh timber is back on Welsh railways, and this time its here permanently. Following a successful trial in April, Colas Rail has agreed a permanent contract to move raw timber logs from the coastal town of Aberystwyth to
PONSSE EV1 The start of a new Era
Ponsse launches new technology: The PONSSE EV1 a 15 tonne capacity electric forwarder Ponsse and Epec are introducing the PONSSE EV1, an electric forest machine technology concept. While the forest machine will be commercially available later, Epec’s technology can already
New west coast contract promotes timber transport by sea
A new £2.6 million contract to move thousands of tonnes of timber by sea, instead of by road, aims to continue the Scottish Government’s commitment to help decarbonise the forestry sector. Scottish Forestry has signed a three year
Perkins Engines: Celebrating 90 Years of Innovation
Perkins Engines: Celebrating 90 Years of Innovation It’s nothing short of amazing that a company founded by two out-of-work engineers has become one of the world’s most recognizable engine brands. With a history stretching back to 1932, Perkins is a
Tubex to demonstrate the future of tree protection at APF 2022
Tubex to demonstrate the future of tree protection at APF 2022 Tubex, which is sponsoring the show, will be showcasing its sustainable tree protection solutions including Tubex Nature, a bio-based and biodegradable tree shelter ideal for planting in
BSW GROUP ENTERS JOINT VENTURE WITH POWER SHEDS
The largest integrated timber and forestry business in the UK, and a member of Binderholz, BSW Group has entered a joint venture with Power Sheds. BSW has acquired a stake in the Yorkshire business, which has become a
CollectiveCrunch Focuses on Growth, Hires Petri Itkonen as Sales Director
CollectiveCrunch is an AI leader in the forestry industry. It collects climate, geo and process data and crunches this information into AI models for better prediction of forest inventories and the monitoring of carbon storage in forests for
John Deere Enhances Knuckleboom Loader Visibility With Cab Upgrades
Today, John Deere introduced the latest updates to its Knuckleboom Loader lineup including design adjustments to the 437E and 337E models. The 2022 model-year upgrades also feature a new hood profile, offering enhanced visibility. John Deere introduces the
Advanced Ergonomic Joystick Series from Sure Grip Controls Offers Maximum Comfort and Configurability
The Endurance Series is engineered for durability, efficiency and comfort Technical Specifications Ergonomic design matches biomechanical motion and reduces fatigueUltra-bright, LED buttons customizable with up to 16 million color combinations and 256 levels of brightnessDurable, impact-resistant enclosure sealed
A Mammoth Task
PONSSE unveiled their latest solutions for improving productivity in responsible forestry at their product launch earlier this year. The new Scorpion Giant, was one of the stars of the event along with a new 25 tonne capacity Mammoth
Major expansion of woodlands for communities across England
Millions of trees are set to be planted nationwide, thanks to £44.2 million in funding for Community Forests and woodland creation partners. Communities all across England will see millions more trees planted thanks to Government investment to expand
Batteries from trees – the batteries of tomorrow
Photo credit: Move 2022, Jennifer Moyes Photography. “If you don’t change the system, the system will continue as is.” The batteries of today are made of graphite, which is either mined or made from petroleum-based resources. We want
Tigercat 6900 Grinder
Tigercat officially introduces the 6900 grinder, the first regular production offering in Tigercat’s material processing category. The 6900 is the first production grinder designed and built by Tigercat. The 6900 is a heavy-duty upswing grinder made for high
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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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