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Komatsu Forest’s new S162E Eucalyptus head

Komatsu Forest has introduced a brand-new harvester head specially adapted for the harvesting of eucalyptus. The head is called Komatsu S162E, where the E stands for eucalyptus. Around 20 years ago, the company launched the first harvester head

Education, training and apprenticeship special feature

In the December Issue of FMM we will be running an education, training and apprenticeship special feature. Please get in contact with us if you or your college/company offer education, training or an apprenticeship for people looking to

Hencon Forestry keeps on growing!

Hencon Forestry, producer of AXSEL chippers and importer of JOHN DEERE forestry machines, has invested in the further expansion of its team in order to improve efficiency and be able to provide customers with the right service and

KESLA launch harvesting head designed for tractor use

The all-new KESLA 14RH is the smallest harvester head in Kesla’s range. Despite its size, it makes use of the technology, structural solutions and manufacturing know-how of large harvester heads. With the new model, Kesla strengthens its position

Stage V Engine on all Komatsu forwarders

The Komatsu 825TX, 835TX and 845 models are all upgraded with a Stage V diesel engine.The new engine installation offers many advantages, such as an all-new AdBlue system, a new exhaust system and hydraulic valve lifters. The AdBlue

Harvesting Eucalyptus.

The facts regarding growing Eucalyptus as a commercial crop Whenever I post photos of Eucalyptus timber being harvested on social media I am instantly attacked by the anti-forestry brigade and tree huggers. Persil’s latest TV advert suggesting to

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Increase in refrigerated liquefied gas as a fuel

Hauliers and transport buyers are increasingly interested in reducing their CO2 emissions and costs through the use of refrigerated liquefied gas as a fuel. For this reason, the new Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks will have engines

New John Deere H424 harvester head

The new H424 harvester head replaces the previous, best-selling H414. The H424 has a redesigned look. The changes based on customer feedback improve productivity, ease of service, durability, uptime, measuring accuracy and reduce daily operating costs. This model

ECHO launches largest professional chainsaw

ECHO has introduced a new professional chainsaw, the CS-7310SX, which is the largest in the current range and features a low emission, premium-grade 73.5cc engine with an output of 4.1kW. A heavy-duty, rear handle chainsaw the CS-7310SX is

New Eco Log 584F enters the stage

With a loading capacity of 16 tonnes, Eco Log 584F enters the stage as the sixth forwarder model in the Eco Log range. This makes the newcomer the second largest forwarder in the machine line-up as it complements

PONSSE Opti 8

Opti 8 is the most modern computer on the market for forestry machines PONSSE Opti 8 is a high-tech touch-screen ply computer designed for PONSSE forest machines. The design and design of the PONSSE Opti 8 is designed

Scania launches fully electric truck

Scania launches fully electric truck with 250 km range Scania now launches its first fully electric truck. With a range of up to 250 km, the Scania electric truck can operate during the whole day and still return

Planting in the Borders

S Richardson Contracting Limited – A Ground Breaking Company The planting programme for new forests and woodlands in the UK makes for poor reading. The only country getting anywhere near its target is Scotland.In the year up to

Tree Planting Targets

UK GOVERNMENT URGED TO PUT TREE PLANTING TARGETS INTO LEGISLATION Tree Planting targets should be enshrined in legislation to display a clear commitment to meeting them, the UK Government has been told.In its response to the England Tree

Mercedes Benz Accident research

Accident research ensures advances in technology For almost 50 years Accident Research at Mercedes-Benz Trucks has repeatedly set new standardsNumerous safety innovations in Mercedes-Benz trucks are based on findings from accident researchIn future actual accidents will be reconstructed

Motorsport in the Forest

Forestry England is asking for views on Motorsport in the nation’s forests Forestry England are reviewing Motorsport in the nation’s forests and are inviting the sector and local communities affected to share their views. They have already contacted

UPM Timber and Sumitomo Group

UPM Timber and Sumitomo Forestry Group united by dedication to sustainability For many years, UPM Timber has been a close partner of Japanese company, Sumitomo Forestry CO., Ltd., and this partnership will continue throughout 2020. UPM Timber provides

Ponsse H8 A Head in the Highlands

Although the Ponsse H8 harvesting head is often seen on Ergo and Bear harvester bases, the head is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with on track based harvesters in the 20-30 tonne class. Depending on the

MalisGarten Hotel made entirely from wood

MalisGarten, is the Worlds first multi-story Hotel located in the Zillertal valley, Austria.made entirely from Wood. MalisGarten is the world’s first 5-storey hotel made entirely of solid wood. PEFC-certified glue laminated timber (binderholz glulam) and cross laminated timber

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