Komatsu’s new 901XC (eXtreme Conditions) 8WD harvester excels in challenging steep, rough or soft harvesting environments. The 901XC has all of the market-leading features found in Komatsu’s proven 901-6WD harvester platform, including the innovative, 3PS threepump hydraulic system, best-inclass ergonomic cab, 4-way cab/ crane leveling, and }180° cab/crane rotation. Unique Komatsu 8WD System Komatsu’s 901XC differs[…]
The new wheel loader models feature a redesigned Z-Bar linkage which provides improved visibility to the front attachment. John Deere expands the L-Series Wheel Loader lineup with four new utility models, the 444L, 644L, 644L Hybrid and 724L. The new wheel loaders incorporate several customer-driven improvements to boost performance and productivity, including a redesigned Z-Bar loader linkage, an updated, ergonomically designed cab, electrohydraulic[…]
Lumber is becoming an increasingly expensive commodity. Pressure from environmental concerns as well as processing costs demand that lumber manufacturing be done in the most efficient way, getting the maximum amount of quality product from every tree that enters the mill. Nature, however, does not make this an easy task, with every tree being different[…]
The fixed forwarder cabin has been updated based on customer feedback. The renewed fixed cab is more spacious and gives the operator more room when rotating the seat. The lighting has been enhanced and special attention has been given to acoustics, look, and operator comfort. The renewed fixed cab features high-quality, easy-to-care-for interior materials and[…]
LIGNA – the world’s leading trade fair for machinery, plant and tools for the woodworking and timber processing industries – opens in just a few days. From 22 to 26 May, 1,500 exhibitors from 49 nations will use the show to present a wealth of amazing innovations. Please find more information in the press release[…]
Louisville, MS – joined by federal, state and local leaders, company associates and members of the community, Winston Plywood & Veneer recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new plywood mill in Louisville, Mississippi. The location was once home to a shuttered mill that was destroyed when an F4 tornado struck three years ago. Today,[…]
A new report has outlined how an emissions trading scheme can maximise the benefits of using wood products as carbon friendly materials and help address climate change. The report prepared for Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) by Monash University Researcher Alison George, has identified the areas an emissions trading scheme must address in order[…]
The National Association of Forest Industries (NAFI) in Australia and Timber Communities Australia (TCA) have welcomed the Garnaut Interim Report which has identified the positive role forestry can play in addressing climate change. NAFI’s acting CEO, Allan Hansard, said he was particularly pleased that Professor Garnaut has recommended forestry be part of an emissions trading[…]
Introducing the John Deere Gator RSX850i Recreational Utility Vehicle Drivers who demand advanced off-road performance, all-day riding comfort, and the ability to challenge extreme terrain take note – John Deere has entered the Recreational Utility Vehicle category with the all-new, all-powerful Gator RSX850i. It’s been engineered to be faster, more powerful, and more agile than[…]