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Metsä Tissue to build new tissue mill in UK
Metsä Tissue is planning to invest in a new tissue mill in the UK. The plan consists of 240,000 tons of tissue paper production capacity, built in several phases during the upcoming decade. The plans are part of
PRINOTH Tracked Ponsse Buffalo
I saw this PRINOTH Rubber tracked Ponsse Buffalo at Interforst in Munich in 2018 and thought it would have been ideal for some of the wet flat peaty sites of western Scotland and Wales. Here is some information
01-10-2021
This weeks Used Forestry Machines For Sale include Harvesters and Forwarders from Komatsu, John Deere, Ponsse and Neuson Forest. Stump grinders from Vermeer and bandit, Unimogs, wood chippers, firewood processors, forestry trailers, energy grapples, forestry tractors, spindle wedges,
Logset 8H GTE Hybrid, Green Energy for the Emerald Isle
The first Logset Hybrid 8H GTE timber harvester has been sold by RJ Fukes Forestry Services of Llandovery in Mid Wales to Michael Doherty of the Doherty Group (DG) in Omagh. Hybrid technology used in the Logset 8H
Spaldings at the Midland Machinery Show
Spaldings will focus on tillage parts and vegetationmaintenance at the Midlands Machinery Show 9/10 November Key products for renewing the performance of tillage implements with fresh soil-engaging parts will be a focus of the Spaldings stand at the
New Black Bruin 10 Tonne Rotator
Black Bruin, a manufacturer of hydraulic motors, rotators and control systems, is launching a new load in-load rotator with 10 t lifting capacity. Their aim is to provide forest machine and timber crane manufacturers with more choice and
Riverbanks and watercourses to be planted with thousands of hectares of new woodland to improve water quality and biodiversity
New project to plant extensive new woodlands along England’s riverbanks launched todayTree planting along rivers will help manage flood risks and boost biodiversityLaunch marks next step in government’s England Trees Action Plan to treble tree planting rates and
24-09-2021
This weeks used forestry equipment for sale features a mix of Komatsu forwarders and harvesters, Unimogs, chippers, spindle wedges, log splitters, trailers and cranes. Valmet 860 Timber ForwarderYear 200020,000 HoursRecent repairs include:New fuel injector pumpCentre Bearing replacedTwo new
Next Generation of Komatsu Comfort Ride
Komatsu Comfort Ride A forwarder operator spends many hours a day in the cab, making a pleasant and comfortable work environment extremely important. Forest terrain is often rough, and the operator is subjected to both jolts and vibrations.
New H423 & H425 Harvester Heads
This fall, John Deere introduces the new, small-size H423 harvester head and the large-size H425 and H425HD. These new attachments replace the previous H413, H415 and H415HD models. Like its predecessor, these heads have 4WD feed. The H423
October Issue, Forest Machine Magazine
The October Issue of Forest Machine Magazine is on sale now, it can be purchased as an annual subscription or a single copy and available as a hard copy or in digital format. This issue features 100 pages
Kesla RH Third Generation Harvesting Heads
Kesla, the leading independent manufacturer of harvester head strengthens its position byintroducing the new RH-III range.The all-new 24RH-III and 26RH-III heads into the best-seller class The KESLA 26RH-III harvester head is suitable for both thinning and final felling
Forwarder Operator Required
Forwarder operator required for a Logset 12F Work is generally based around Perthshire, Angus and Aberdeenshire. Experience preferred but candidates with experience on farming or construction equipment looking to work in forestry will be considered. Continuity of work
Forwarder Operator Required
JIm Wilmer & Sons Timber Harvesting Ltd require an experienced Forwarder Operator to work in the surrounding Glasgow area. Good rates paid weekly and great mechanical back up from our team of experienced engineers. Continuity of work. Please
APF 2022 – We are Back!
With all restrictions now lifted in the UK we are delighted to launch APF 2022 to be held on the 22-24th September 2022 at Ragley Estate, Warwickshire. Having had to cancel both the 2020 and 2021 events it
Schlitter Logging: Logging In Iowa
Cory Schlitter, the founder and owner of Schlitter Logging, was born and raised in Dubuque Iowa and logs throughout the Midwest tri-state area. Dubuque is on the junction of the states of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin, and is
UK timber imports return to record levels
Thirteen years on from the global financial crisis of 2008, import volumes have returned to the record levels of 2007 in the UK. The UK’s Timber Trade Federation’s most recent statistics show a surge of imported timber in
10-09-2021
The latest used forestry equipment for sale this week includes Unimogs, Heizohack chippers, mechanical felling wedges, Bedford lorry, log splitters, stump grinders, forwarder and harvesters from John Deere, Ponsse, Rottne, Neuson Forest and more…. U1600 with Penz 5500
Sisu Auto – 90 years of the Finnish Automotive Industry
“Sisu is a Finnish concept described as stoic determination, tenacity of purpose, grit, bravery, resilience, and hardiness and is held by Finns themselves to express their national character.” Sisu company’s long history provides an excellent basis for the
Pilot program for ultra-early wildfire detection
Visionary forest owners sought to join trailblazing pilot program for ultra-early wildfire detection Startup Dryad Networks today announced a pilot program for its ultra-early wildfire detection IoT (Internet of Things) solution. The firm is looking to partner with up to
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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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