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Can Harvester Laser Scanning Improve Delimbing?
New Harvester Laser Scanning technology can help harvester operators detect crooked trees before they are felled and cut. In a new Harvester Laser Scanning project, the Forestry Research Institute of Sweden, SLU, RISE and Komatsu Forest have investigated
£2 Million Scottish Timber Transport Boost
Nine new projects to improve Scottish timber transport infrastructure for the benefit of our communities, whilst also reducing environmental impact, are to be funded by Scottish Forestry. £900,000 has been allocated to Scottish Timber Transport projects which include
Talking Forestry at the APF Exhibition
This years APF Exhibition will host a series of short talks and panel discussions called Talking Forestry, to highlight some of the issues that forestry faces. At APF 26, Talking Forestry is being introduced. This is a new
Woodland Mills New HM126MAX Portable Sawmill.
Woodland Mills’ bestselling portable sawmill now features a true 26-inchmaximum cut width, unlocking the full potential of its 26-inch log capacity. The new Woodland Mills HM126MAX Portable Sawmill introduces a 26-inch FULLCUT™ capacity, giving sawyers more usable cutting
MANTSINEN 90 WITH GEN3 CONTROL SYSTEM
Mantsinen 90, a redesigned material handling machine that combines significantly increased lifting capacity with the future‑proof GEN3 control system. Built on decades of experience in heavy-duty material handling, the Mantsinen 90 is designed for ports, terminals, and industrial
Clark and Oregon put new harvester bar to the test
Roadshow gives contractors the chance to trial the Oregon SpeedMax XL Anti-Vibe bar in working forestry conditions Oregon joined Clark Engineering in May for a forestry roadshow focused on the new Oregon SpeedMax™ XL Anti-Vibe harvester bar. The
FinnMetko 2026-Over 350 Exhibitors Confirmed So Far
From September 3rd to 5th, FinnMETKO 2026 will once again become a hub for the latest developments in the forest industry. Around 350 exhibitors have registered so far for FinnMETKO 2026. The exhibition will feature all major manufacturers
Timber Market Slowdown is set to Continue
The European sawn timber market is currently experiencing a significant and prolonged slowdown in demand. This trend reflects changing market conditions and could have various implications for the industry. Europe’s sawn timber market entered May under continued pressure
Construction Starts on Ponsse’s Vieremä factory extension
Ponsse’s factory investment in Vieremä is progressing according to plan, and construction work on the factory extension will begin in early July. The first phases of construction on Ponsse’s Vieremä factory extension project include demolition and site preparation,
Timber Haulage Jobs
Timber haulage isn’t general freight with a bit of bark on it. It is specialist transport work where the driver, the lorry and the operator all need to be right. For anyone looking at timber haulage jobs, or
Major potential for English-grown timber
A research initiative has demonstrated “major potential” for English-grown timber in sustainable construction. The Building from England’s Woodlands project, funded by the Forestry Commission’s Woods into Management Forestry Innovation Fund, has demonstrated that English-grown timber could play a
Firewood Processor Review
Even though we are currently experiencing a significant heatwave, it won’t be long before the temperatures begin to drop, signalling the arrival of cooler weather. As the days grow shorter and the chill sets in, many people will
Stora Enso to suspend production at Veitsiluoto sawmill
Stora Enso is to suspend production at the Veitsiluoto sawmill in Finland in August and will temporarily lay off all 56 staff members as the weak construction market continues. Production at Stora Enso’s 200,000 cubic meters per year
Forest Machine Spares at Affordable Prices
Koppon Maskinen are the world’s largest supplier of both used and new forest machine spare parts and accessories at realistic prices Forest Machine Spares-Koppom Maskin was started by Tommy Jorälv in 1967 and has since grown from a
Bioenergy Market Trends in UK Forestry
A wet winter, high diesel costs and patchy fibre demand can turn low-grade timber from a routine outlet into a margin problem very quickly. That is why bioenergy market trends matter on the ground, not just in policy
Wildfires are destroying forests as temperatures rise
Wildfires have swept through a staggering 17,000 hectares of land in France, Spain, and Portugal, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The devastation is not just a loss of landscape, but a stark reminder of the
Volvo’s 700km Electric Aero to be Showcased at IAA 2026
Volvo Trucks at IAA 2026: New drivelines and technologies show the way forward for customers and the transport industry Volvo Trucks at the IAA 2026 exhibition will demonstrate the company’s recent successes and milestones, including the Volvo 700km
HVO100 – Fossil-free Forestry Operations
HVO100 can significantly reduce forestry’s fossil emissions – without requiring new technology. But despite clear climate benefits, the transition is slowed down by the economy and uncertain rules of the game. HVO100-Sweden has adopted ambitious climate goals. By
Kärcher and STIHL launch groundbreaking cordless alliance
Two innovation drivers, one vision: Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG and ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG announce the launch of their joint battery alliance The aim of the Kärcher and STIHL strategic partnership is to offer
Forest industries call for realistic climate target
Forest industries call for realistic and enabling EU LULUCF climate target In a joint letter to the European decision-makers, the Nordic, Baltic and Austrian forest industries call for a realistic and enabling climate target for the land‑use sector
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About Forest Machine Magazine
We cover all aspects of the forest industry from ground preparation, road building, planting, harvesting, extraction, haulage, saw-milling, health and safety, through to the end product. We visit harvesting sites, contractors, hauliers, and timber processing plants to keep abreast of all the latest news and technology.
Spending most of my life in forestry has afforded me the opportunity to build up a network of highly experienced operators that I am able to call upon for trialling forestry equipment and accessories. Having this unique network of operators gives us the advantage of carrying out honest and unbiased trials in optimum conditions.
The professional magazine written by loggers for loggers and dedicated solely to the equipment used in forestry operations.
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