The first hybrid-electric logging yarder

Manufacturer T-MAR Industries Ltd, based in Campbell River, has engineered and constructed the first hybrid-electric logging yarder.

The first hybrid-electric logging yarder- A manufacturer based in Campbell River, which has specialised in the production of machinery for the logging sector for the past 40 years, is enhancing the region’s reputation by developing and constructing the first hybrid-electric logging yarder.

80,000 Hours

That’s a remarkable amount of work hours for a single machine, the Norcar 600 owned by Erkki Rinne is taken well care of, it even has the original Diesel engine.
Kieran Anders Forestry

Kieran Anders is a forestry contractor working in the lake district. His work involves hand cutting and extracting timber using a skidder and tractor-trailer forwarder.
Promoting safety in the workplace

It is not possible to eliminate chain shot, but there are simple steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
Glasfryn Fencing and Sawmill

Arwel takes great pride in the fact that the mill has no waste whatsoever, “the peelings are used for children’s playgrounds, gardens and for farm animals in barns in the winter and the sawdust has multiple uses in gardens and farms as well.
Keeping Timber Hauliers Safe

Timber hauliers need to encourage young blood in, and also look after the hauliers we have, we need make the sector a safe and positive place to work.

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T-MAR Industries Ltd. has dedicated the past five years to the development of the 7280E Hybrid Electric Drive Yarder, which operates using electric drives that transfer power in a manner similar to that of hybrid vehicles.

Tyson Lambert, Vice President of T-MAR, stated, “The machine does not feature a conventional mechanical powertrain – including the engine, transmission, gears, clutches, and brakes – thereby enhancing fuel efficiency, augmenting power, and simplifying operation and maintenance.” The winch is equipped with five motors that collectively generate 2,900 horsepower; however, the anticipated energy consumption is expected to be significantly lower than that of a traditionally powered machine.

The utilisation of logging yarders has been a longstanding practice dating back to the 1920s. Within the forestry sector, these machines are considered essential due to their capacity to efficiently lift logs from the challenging terrains of British Columbia.

In contemporary practice, Lambert emphasised the importance of operational efficiency and ease of access. As the industry faces a generational transition, it is paramount to educate newcomers, ensuring that the machinery is straightforward to maintain and operate.

T-MAR’s hybrid-electric logging yarder has garnered international interest, with industry professionals from the United States, New Zealand, Germany, and Chile travelling to Campbell River to evaluate the machine. Lambert noted that there is substantial interest in incorporating similar equipment into their forestry operations. The machine is scheduled for deployment at its inaugural logging operation, and industry stakeholders will closely monitor its performance.it performs