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Sisu extensively presents its collection at Finland’s largest and most important heavy duty trade show at FinnMETKO. Sisu Timber wood carriages, Sisu Carrier machines, Sisu Rock dump trucks and of course Hybrid technology for heavy trucks are available at Sisu Department 17. In addition, at the Heinolan Sahakoneet Oy department you can visit the new[…]

Finning International Inc. (TSX:FTT) has announced its intention to expand its dealer relationship with Weiler, Inc., following Caterpillar Inc.’s announcement that it has entered into a preliminary agreement to sell its Cat® purpose-built forestry business to Weiler. “Finning already has a productive and mutually beneficial relationship with Weiler and we look forward to growing that[…]

Caterpillar, Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has announced  that it has entered into a preliminary agreement with Weiler, Inc. to sell the Cat® purpose-built forestry business. The sale is subject to negotiation of a final agreement, the closing of which is expected by early 2019. “We remain committed to supporting our forestry customers and the forestry industry,”[…]

Next Generation Productivity Speed and efficiency – first-rate productivity! The next generation PONSSE Bison Active Frame forwarder is here. Unprecedented in the field, the CVT power transmission and Active Frame cabin suspension system raise productivity to an entirely new level, especially with long transport distances. The modern motor, powerful loader and robust powertrain makes the[…]

On 24 August 2018, Minister of Industry Mika Lintilä opened a new plant extension at Vieremä. The factory extension marks a significant step in the development and competitiveness of Ponsse’s production. Factory investment is the largest in Ponsse’s history as production facilities expand from 2.7 hectares to four hectares. Above all, investment means a leap[…]

The extensive range of Volkswagen Utility Vehicles is strongly featured at the FinnMETKO 2018 exhibition. In addition to the versatile range of models, the showroom introduces two top innovations: a brand new Volkswagen Crafter 4MOTION four-speed automatic transmission and a vivid Volkswagen Amarok V6 Aventura with a new 3.0 TDI 190 kW diesel engine. The[…]

Whenever the goods and people move, forest is being harvested or earth moved, the 120 year-old Nokian Tyres is working along. The range of products we present at FinnMETKO 2018 gives an excellent idea how the continuous product development while listening to the end users results in improved tire safety, economy and sustainability – in[…]

A Multi-Talented Machine For Many Cutting Methods The new PONSSE Cobra harvester is a versatile and efficient tool for varying conditions. Thanks to its adaptability, it is right at home for both thinning and clear cutting. An eight-wheel all-round machine, PONSSE Cobra is a good addition to a group of several machines thanks to its[…]

A surge in lumber prices and modest increases in sawlog costs have resulted in record profits for many lumber companies in North America and Europe in 2018, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Sawlog costs, the largest cost component when manufacturing lumber, have gone up much more slowly than lumber prices in many countries during the[…]

Hannover/Irkutsk In just a few weeks, SibWoodExpo will be opening its gates at the SibExpo Centre in the city of Irkutsk, Russia. This year marks the first time that the trade fair will be co-organized by Deutsche Messe AG’s Russian subsidiary, Deutsche Messe RUS, and Sibexpocentre OJSC. From 11 to 14 September, the event will[…]