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he sun is shining, the birds are singing, timber markets are good, there is no toilet paper shortage, and I can legally go to the pub for a pint. There is harmony in my universe.

I would like to welcome some new members to our team: my daughter Lorna and Glen Barclay. Lorna will be taking care of our advertisers, while Glen is a new feature writer and will be submitting articles and visiting contractors for site visits. Glen has worked within his familyowned forestry contracting business and is studying Journalism, Communication and Media Studies at Robert Gordon University. Look out for his first article on page 30.

If you are interested in writing on a freelance basis then please get in touch. With an ever increasing subscription base we require writers with a passion for forestry to give our valuable readers the best experience possible.

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With a bit of luck, we should be attending the Game Fair in July at Ragley Hall. With everything expected to open on the 19th July it is estimated that between £60 million and £80 million will be spent at the fair and a similar amount spent in the local economy, giving the region a much need boost. The Land & Estate Management area features an ATV course and machinery demo ring plus dedicate areas for forestry management, glamping, rural business innovation and education. Please say hello if you see us walking round as it’s always good to catch up.

I hope you all get some well-deserved R&R over the summer months; it has been a difficult year for many but the effort, diligence, and hard work carried out by the people in the timber industry has played a vital role in keeping our country going. You should be very proud of yourselves.

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News

Keep up to date with the latest industry news.

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New feature writer Glen Barclay talks about life in his family’s contracting business.

8 Increased Planting Welsh Government to increase green canopy.

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4 Open days

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A visit to Johns Deere’s Open Days in Perth.

1 5 Year Anniversary We take a look back on the last 5 years.

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7 Mosaic

Trial of worlds first Electric Log Trucks.

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The Logset 8H GTE Hybrid supplies green energy to the Emerald Isle.

8 Ford Transit Trail

Ford offer a 4x4 version of their transit van.

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2 Young Loggers

Some fun and puzzles to keep the next generation entertained.

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5 Classified

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All the latest used equipment for sale.

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Wallis Weir trials the Stihl MS462C-M.

New British made Ineos Grenadier 4x4 to make debut at the Game Fair.

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HAVE YOUR SAY Each issue going forward we speak anonymously to people within the industry for their gripes on current forestry topics

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his month’s rant comes from a contractor being driven demented by people ignoring warning signs and entering his harvesting sites in Yorkshire.

Is it just me or are schools no longer teaching the basics, I thought that most people leave school with the basic knowledge they need in life which includes the 3R’s; reading writing and arithmetic and some common sense. Working in the Forest makes me doubt this at times.

The publc are allowed full and unrestricted free access to the forest for walking, jogging, orienteering, cycling, horse riding and even the odd bit of dogging. Paths, cycle tracks, bridleways are maintained and kept free of hazards so they can enjoy the time they spend in the forest safely. The upkeep of this is partly funded by some of the profit made from harvesting and selling timber. The forest is firstly a working forest and secondly a place for the public to enjoy some R&R. When work is taking place - this can be timber harvesting, road repairs, grass cutting, chipping or a number of other types of actions that are needed to keep the forest in good order - signs are erected to warn visitors that work is taking place. It takes manpower and money to erect diversion signs to keep visitors August 2021

safe but it appears that we are still expecting a bit too much from them. Nice big lettering is used so that people with poor eyesight can read it. The instructions are kept simple and easy to follow, repeater signs, just in case they miss the first one and finally warning tape across the road to show the road is actually closed.

All this, and it is still not enough for some people, they just carry on through regardless.

chance a member of the public happens to stumble across a working site by accident, how hard is it to make sure there is no risk before proceeding. It doesn’t take much to attract a workers attention; they will let them know when it is safe to proceed. None of us wants to be held responsible for causing an unnecessary incident.

They don’t seem to comprehend that it is to protect them, not inconvenience them! The road is closed to people and traffic as the work taking place can be dangerous. If a roadside tree is being felled manually, once it starts to fall nothing can be done to stop it or change its direction. If you are within striking reach, chances are you are probably dead or best case scenario crippled for life.

Forestry is a highly competitive industry with a massive capital investment needed for purchasing equipment, training workers and meeting industry safety standards. The industry can’t afford to start employing banks men or lookouts to try and prevent people from entering working sites. We are powerless if the public don’t take any notice and proceed anyway. The only alternative might be to close the forests altogether when work is taking place and anyone who enters is subject to prosecution. No one wants to see this happen but we are constantly under scrutiny and subjected to stricter safety measures. Timber harvesting is hazardous and if the public continue to ignore diversions then the only option is to close the forests.

Workers are just trying to earn a living to provide for their families, they are not there to argue, cause an accident or to deal with the distressing aftermath of an incident. If by

Anon - The views, thought or opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Forest Machine Magazine.

When they arrive at the harvesting site and you ask them politely if they didn’t see the signs you normally get the standard “Oh I didn’t realise it applied to me” answer or in some extreme cases get told to “go forth and multiply”.

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THAT’S A WRAP! MONDI’S NEW ADVANTAGE STRETCHWRAP PAPER OFFERS A MORE SUSTAINABLE CHOICE FOR PALLET WRAPPING

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ondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, collaborated with the Italian machine producer ACMI to create a new wrapping system for pallets that uses paper instead of plastic. By transforming the way pallets are wrapped, Advantage StretchWrap reduces the supply chain’s reliance on plastic, moving to a renewable and fully recyclable material.

Advantage StretchWrap (patent-pending) is a brand new lightweight paper grade from Mondi made specially for wrapping pallets. It is able to stretch and resist punctures, providing robust protection for goods during transit. The current industry standard for pallet wrapping is a multilayer plastic material with low recycling rates. The Advantage StretchWrap paper, along with ACMI’s Rocket E-500 wrapping system, makes it possible to switch to a fully recyclable pallet wrapping solution.

The paper’s impressive stretchability and high-tensile strength makes it a reliable alternative for transport.

Acceleration tests to simulate transportation with ESTL equipment (performed according to EUMOS 40509(1)) and real life transportation trials confirmed that pallets wrapped with Advantage StretchWrap are Page 8

safe.

Mondi’s experience in highstretch papers is in the DNA of this new paper solution. Mondi has been producing strong, stretchable paper for wrapping spring mattresses for over 20 years. Continuous developments for the paper parameters in strength, stretch, and reduced grammage made it possible to consider new applications. Now, after two years of research and development, we are proud to launch Advantage StretchWrap, our innovative paper-based solution for pallet wrapping. It is a great example of how we are making packaging and paper sustainable by design, using paper where possible, plastic when useful.

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“Working together with Mondi on this new solution is an exciting step towards using recyclable paper for pallet wrapping. This partnership shows how innovations in paper and machine technology can align to increase the number of options available for companies who are looking for more sustainable alternatives,” said Luigi Brugnoli, Global Sales Director, ACMI. Advantage StretchWrap is responsibly sourced from renewable materials in Scandinavia. Strong recycling rates in Europe for fibre-based packaging and availability of paper waste streams ensure that the paper can be recycled at the end of its life, contributing to a circular economy. www.mondigroup.com August 2021

66 CONTAINERS OF STOLEN ILLEGAL TIMBER RETURN TO MOZAMBIQUE

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n May, 66 containers of logs that had been illegally harvested and shipped out of Mozambique returned to Pemba, some of them having sailed home on a journey of 20,000 kilometers.

While positive outcomes to international illegal timber trafficking sagas are rare, this example demonstrates what is feasible and should set the bar for implementing routine efficient measures going forward.

international waters when Mozambique authorities launched a broad investigation to locate and bring back the stolen cargo. Five months later, after working with Maersk Line and United Africa Feeder Line, the two companies involved in the transport of the containers between Mozambique and China, 66 containers were returned to Mozambique’s Pemba port. An additional ten containers may be returned soon.

Mozambique is Africa’s third largest exporter of logs.

Between 2017 and 2020, Mozambique exported 2.6 million tons of logs, valued at US$900 million; 99 percent of these logs went to China. This trade persists in violation of Mozambique’s log export ban, in effect since 2017. It also violates additional actions taken by the government in 2018, prohibiting the logging of the principal species exported as logs. At that time, the Minister of the Environment, Mr. Celso Correia, reportedly described the situation as being nothing short of a “war” against organized crime.

“This is a victory against traffickers and organized crime, but the war against illegal timber trade from Mozambique is not over,” said Octavio Zilo, chief prosecutor of Cabo Delgado province, of which Pemba is the capital.

“Broader and deeper productive collaborations with shipping lines and demand side countries like China will be needed.”

The EIA calls on all shipping lines to improve transparency and undertake adequate screening procedures to combat the illegal timber trade.

For instance, systematic and targeted screening procedures can be put in place to prevent logs from departing countries that have log export bans, like Mozambique. EIA estimated that between 2014 and 2018, over US$6 billion in logs left African countries with total or partial log export bans. This trade continues to devastate local communities, ecosystems, and economies across the African continent.

For years shipping lines have minimized or denied their role in the illegal timber trade.

In recent months, however, prominent shipping companies have made commitments to combat illegal timber trade.

Significantly, in response to reports about timber trafficking from The Gambia, Compagnie Maritime d’AffrètementCompagnie Générale Maritime (CMA-CGM) announced an embargo on all timber from The Gambia and Maersk Line quickly followed suit.

Lisa Handy, Director of Forest Campaigns at EIA, said:

Main timber demandside countries have both a responsibility and a major role to play. For example, in the United States, the Lacey Act needs much stronger and strategic enforcement; and in China, reform of the forestry laws could dramatically reduce the entry of illegal timber. As the world slowly emerges from the coronavirus pandemic in search of a “new normal,” building a renewed, transparent, global timber trade system and stopping illegal timber trafficking is not a choice but a necessity. www.eia-global.org

This case began in August 2020, when Mozambique authorities seized 82 containers of illegally harvested, Chinese-bound logs and detained them at the port of Pemba. Those containers were subsequently smuggled out from custody and exported in December 2020. The containers were still on August 2021

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“While some key players are acknowledging the industry’s role in the illegal timber trade and starting to take concrete measures, others continue looking the other way or shielding themselves behind hollow commitments. ”

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ILLEGAL SANDALWOOD EXPORTERS CONVICTED

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hree individuals pleaded guilty on 18 December 2020 to illegally exporting a total of 208.5 tonnes of sandalwood to the value of $3 million.

namely sandalwood, where no licence to export had been granted, contrary to section 11.2 of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth) and section 8(3) of the Export Control Act 1982 (Cth).

The individuals were sentenced in the Perth District court in Australia, having been convicted on all counts. All three were given terms of imprisonment (2 years 6 months, 2 years 3 months and 15 months respectively), to be release forthwith on good behaviour bonds. They were fined a total of $97,000 for their roles in the deception.

Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management, David Littleproud and Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries, Jonathon Duniam welcomed the sentencing handed down by the Perth District court.

The individuals pleaded guilty to aiding, abetting, counselling or procuring to commit an offence by exporting a prescribed good

“Illegally exporting wood is a serious breach of the Export Control Act 1982 and will not be tolerated,” Minister Littleproud said. “It’s paramount that exporters comply with Australia’s strict export and biosecurity laws to help

safeguard our trade status.

We have established strict inspection and fumigation processes to ensure goods are free from any pests, soil or weeds in an effort to protect our strong reputation for safe exports.

“We expect nothing less from importers—exporters must comply with our strict standards. Australia exports two thirds of what we produce— incidences of biosecurity noncompliance expose us to the danger of overseas markets no longer trusting the quality of our produce. Our produce is coveted across the world for its clean, green, safe credentials that provides premium access to lucrative export markets. I welcome the penalties handed

DNA DATABASE TO KEEP LOG ON TIMBER ORIGINS

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estern Australianbased company Interpredata has been awarded a $60,000 Australian Government traceability grant to build a DNA database for timber and help prevent illegal logging.

Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud and Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries Senator Jonno Duniam said the database was an innovative step in Page 10

providing certainty for businesses and combating fraud.

database that can help in the global fight against illegal logging.

“There have been problems in the past with illegal logging and timber substitution, and while DNA traceability is effective, it can be very slow and labourintensive,” Minister Littleproud said. “Interpredata, together with the University of Adelaide, will use this funding to develop a tracing system that will use DNA as an analytical tool. This can be used to build a world-class

“While it will provide peace of mind to businesses that they are buying a sustainably harvested product, this DNA database will also help to detect fraud and misleading statements about timber products, such as species.

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down by the Perth District Court and hope they act as a strong deterrent for anyone looking to harm Australia’s reputation.”

Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries, Jonathon Duniam said the Australian government was providing stability and security for the forestry industry through its strong stance on illegal logging.

Australia’s strong illegal logging and export laws support a sustainable forestry industry and reduce the risk of it being undercut by illegal products,” Minister Duniam said. “The sentencing handed down at the Perth District court sends a clear message to exporters that the that the Australian Government will continue to actively enforce the laws and fight the destructive trade in illegal timber.” www.minister.awe.gov.au products. It doesn’t just have to stop at one sector.

Assistant Minister Duniam said the grant supports the government’s broader efforts against illegal logging, with Australia’s illegal logging laws making it a criminal offence to import or process illegally logged timber.

Greg Stocks, Managing Director, Interpredata said: “We thank the Australian Government for this grant and look forward to working with the University of Adelaide to deliver this project.” www.minister.awe.gov.au August 2021

AUSTRALIA’S COMMITMENT TO LOCAL PRODUCT AND LOCAL JOBS

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n a major win for local jobs and manufacturing, the Federal Government has confirmed its commitment to local product and local jobs by sourcing Australian made paper.

Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA), Ross Hampton said, “This is an excellent outcome for Australia’s local paper manufacturing and recognition from the Government about the importance of using local, sustainably sourced paper product. It has been a long road to this outcome and without the dedication of advocates both inside and outside of the Parliament, it might not have happened. We especially thank CFMEU Manufacturing’s Michael O’Connor and

numerous MPs and Senators from across the Parliament for working towards this policy change on paper supply.

“Thousands of Australians are employed in pulp and paper manufacturing, including at Gippsland’s Opal Australian Paper Mill. This decision not only helps secure jobs into the future, but is recognition of the great work our local industry does, creating jobs in regional areas and creating sustainable products from renewable sources. AFPA and a range of stakeholders will keep a close eye on the Federal Government supply sources and work to encourage all levels of government to source locally made, sustainable paper,” Mr Hampton concluded. www.ausfpa.com.au

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GB LUBRICANTS RETAINS GOLD STATUS FOR CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

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B Lubricants has been blending high quality oils, lubricants and greases in Gateshead, UK for over 144 years. Over that time, it has always been important to the company to act responsibly and in the best interests of its customers, employees and the public. In 2021 they have continued to demonstrate how important this is by successfully retaining the EcoVadis Gold rating in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability.

Held by the company since 2019, the certification places the UK-based lubricant manufacturer within the top 5% of all companies evaluated worldwide.

“I am delighted that we have not only retained our Gold award, but the auditors noted our ongoing improvement in key areas,” says GB Lubricants Managing Director, Paul Booth.

“CSR and sustainability forms a fundamental part of the company’s long-term strategic plan and it’s important to have this independently audited and acknowledged.”

Referring to a company’s responsibility for its impact on society, the environment and its employee’s wellbeing, CSR is becoming increasingly important within the lubricants sector. Engaging with the United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA) and the Union of the Page 12

European Lubricants Industry (UEIL) on fundamental issues has been crucial to making the positive changes at GB Lubricants that have contributed to retaining the EcoVadis Gold rating. To determine this rating, EcoVadis, the leading global provider of business sustainability ratings, assessed the performance of GB Lubricants and its supply chain in four key areas; the environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.

Supervised by an independent scientific committee of sustainability and supply chain experts, the EcoVadis methodology is based on international sustainability standards (Global Reporting Initiative, United Nations Global Compact, ISO 26000).

This guarantees a reliable, third-party analysis. The results, published in a written report, identify strengths as well as areas for improvement using a point-based system within each of the four areas investigated. In three of these four areas (environment, labour and human rights and ethics) GB Lubricants has been awarded ‘advanced’ status for its CSR practices. Overall, the company’s sustainability performance has increased since last year. “This reflects the evolution of policies and procedures towards best practice at GB Lubricants and www.forestmachinemagazine.com

is a great achievement for the whole team at Gateshead,” says Emma Lynn, Health & Safety and Business Systems Manager.

Emma was responsible for submitting evidence required

by EcoVadis to carry out this external validation.

Drawing attention to the company’s commitment to its staff through improving health and safety, working conditions and career management, as well as tackling issues such as discrimination, the most significant improvement was recorded in the labour and human rights results. GB Lubricants also performed particularly well in regards to its environmental practices.

“This includes energy consumption during manufacturing, chemical use, water use, energy efficiencies related to product use and end of life issues such as recycling,” says Emma, who is already implementing an action plan to hit targets that have been set for next year’s EcoVadis assessment. “Policies and procedures form part of our Integrated Management System which is an integral part of our day-to-day operations,” says Emma. “Continuing our improvement activities will ensure further commitment to the Ecovadis principles. I am proud to be leading GB Lubricants on their sustainability journey.”

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OUTSIGHT LAUNCHES THE FIRST REAL-TIME LIDAR SOLUTION FOR THE FORESTRY INDUSTRY

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utsight, a leader in 3D Spatial Intelligence, has announced the launch of the first real-time LiDAR solution for the forestry industry.

Drawing on its established LiDAR expertise in other industries, Outsight has developed a mapping solution capable of generating a comprehensive 3D map of a forest in realtime. Taking no longer than the time needed for the human or machine operator to traverse the plot, Outsight’s solution automatically determines the exact position and

characteristics of trees. Onsite operators can digitally tag each tree with supplemental information, including species or the presence of insects, that can be used for further analysis.

This solution further builds upon Outsight’s expertise in the environmental and forestry sectors. In July 2020, Outsight was selected from a large pool of candidates to be a recipient of the European Innovation Council’s inaugural Green Deal funding. A part of the European Union’s Green Deal Strategy,

Outsight was chosen for its LiDAR-based environmental and forestry management and conservation solutions.

Outsight’s solution is already being used by forestry researchers around the world.

Esteemed forestry professor, Philippe Nolet, has been using Outsight’s LiDAR processing technology to assist in his forest monitoring research at Université du Québec en Outaouais in Gatineau, Canada.

“With Outsight, we’re able to

RECORD NUMBER OF VISITS MADE TO THE NATION’S FORESTS DURING A YEAR OF LOCKDOWN

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orestry England, the country’s largest land manager, has recorded the highest ever number of visits to the nation’s forests across England over the last year. Some 296 million visits took place Page 14

an increase of 77 million (or 35% percent) compared to the previous year. While gyms, cinemas and indoor entertainment had to close for extended periods due to Covid restrictions, the nation’s 1,500 www.forestmachinemagazine.com

forests were always available.

They were more popular than ever as places for people to relax, exercise, meet family and friends when guidelines allowed, and cope with the challenges of the last year.

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complete our surveys of the forest three times faster”, says Philippe Nolet. “Then, when we’re back in the office, we have a detailed inventory of the plot with all our notes automatically tagged to each tree, saving us a huge amount of time.”

The solution has also been adopted by Outsight’s Hong Kong-based partner, Insight Robotics, a leader in the Forestry Risk Management sector. Using Outsight’s groundbased LiDAR tool to supplement its market-leading aerial survey solution, Insight Robotics can provide its clients with even more accurate survey data, allowing customers to better manage their forests and plantations.

“Outsight’s LiDAR solution Despite the challenges involved in adapting to the restrictions and many more people, Forestry England staff were able to keep forests safe and in good condition since the first lockdown in March 2020. They continued to welcome people, maintain walking and cycling trails, play equipment and other facilities, and help visitors maintain social distancing by adapting facilities and systems.

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allows our team to quickly and accurately map a section of the forest and use the 3D map to complement our aerial survey results”, says William Tao. After the proven success of its forestry-focused LiDAR solution on three continents, Outsight is continuing to work on new features for this market.

Award-Winning Technology Outsight has successfully designed and built the next generation of LiDAR processing solutions, which have been the subject of 73 patent applications. Outsight’s innovative solutions have won numerous awards, including the prestigious Best of CES Innovation Award in Las Vegas and the Prism Award from world leaders in photonics and lasers. respondents rated their visit as ‘good’ or ‘excellent’.

As Covid-19 restrictions have eased further with indoor venues reopening and larger groups permitted to meet outdoors, Forestry England is focusing on helping people continue to visit and enjoy the forests and woodlands they explored during lockdown. www.forestryengland.uk www.forestmachinemagazine.com

ABOUT OUTSIGHT Outsight develops real-time 3D LiDAR perception solutions.

Our mission is to make LiDARbased Spatial Intelligence plug and play, making it accessible to application developers in any market. Compatible with any LiDAR, Outsight’s preprocessing capabilities allow smart machines and smart cities to gain an unprecedented level of understanding of their environment.

We believe that accelerating the adoption of LiDAR technology with easy-to-use and scalable pre-processing will lead to the creation of transformative solutions and products that will make the world smarter and safer. www.outsight.ai ABOUT INSIGHT ROBOTICS Founded in 2009 with head office in Hong Kong, Insight Robotics is an award-winning technology that safeguards natural resources, green assets and infrastructures with intelligent survey and early-warning threat detection solutions. Our specialty is developing risk management tools by making sense of data that help our customers to visualize data across large land areas easily, and prevent disasters from occurring.

We have a team of specialists and engineers focusing on Remote Sensing, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, and Geographic Information Technologies. We work closely with our customers to develop cost-effective and beneficial solutions to protecting their assets and pressing global issues.

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NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA TRI TIRE IS MADE AVAILABLE FOR UTILITY TRACTORS IN POPULAR 65-SERIES SIZES

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okian Hakkapeliitta TRI tire offers the winning combination of all-season efficiency, unsurpassed grip in varying winter conditions and excellent handling on the road.

Its versatility and wide size range have made it a popular choice from compact tractors to high-powered machines.

Now, with the new 540/65R28 and 650/65R38 tire sizes, the number of available sizes extends to 29.

The seasonal maintenance work

in built environment is often very intense and carried out on a tight schedule. Nokian Tyres has made Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tractor tire range for this purpose – to tune up the level of efficiency, safety and ergonomics of tractor-based maintenance operations in widely varying conditions.

“As more and more utility tractors are equipped with the wide-profile 65-tires, we wanted to make the excellent properties of our Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI

tractor tire available for every contractor,” says Tero Saari, Product Manager at Nokian Tyres. “That’s why we have extended the size range further to 65-series in 28” and 38”.

SAFETY, EFFICIENCY AND CONTROL IN VARYING CONDITIONS In built environment, mid-sized utility tractors are the tools of choice for a variety of different maintenance works because of their agility and efficiency. And when the winters are snowy and

SEGEZHA GROUP INCREASES PLYWOOD PRODUCTION CAPACITY

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is almost completed. A new production building is planned, which will upgrade the raw materials reception area and existing production lines. As construction is completed, the August 2021

roads icy, the tires must be first rate.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tire profile has some unique features with many advantages.

The unique way the Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tractor tire grips to the driving surface has clear advantages in the maintenance work carried out in built environment. The better power transfer, steering response, directional stability, braking efficiency and high loadbearing capacity reduce stress around the year by making the handling more predictable and driving more comfortable, stable and safer. In addition, the tire’s long service life and low rolling resistance help to save costs.

TWO NEW 65-SERIES SIZES In addition to three 65-series tires already in production, the new 540/65R28 and 650/65R38 tire sizes are tailored for utility tractors. “The powerful utility tractor lends itself to many kinds of work, and with a premium tire it can work even more efficiently”, Tero Saari says. “These days, more and more contractors realize how the choice of tires can make a big difference in how smoothly a working day in the tractor’s cabin goes.” www.nokiantyres.com/heavy

products will expand substantially, more than doubling from 22 % to 47% (42,000 to 119,000 m³).

This will lead to additional manufacturing of laminated and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine products, as well as products with UV cured coatings.

Thanks to this higher production capacity and more advanced products, Segezha Group will increase domestic and international market share, profitability, and portfolio margin. The company will also increase the amount it pays in taxes. These efforts will also create 180 new high-tech jobs for the local population.

Alexey Stepanov, Vice President and Plywood and Board Division Head of Segezha Group, emphasizes that ‘Such projects cannot be implemented without government support.

For instance, we require an appropriately-sized felling coupe. It is very important for us that we received the green light for priority forest development investment projects.’

total mill floor space would increase by 9,900 sq m. The new facility will be commissioned at the end of 2022.

Segezha Group is the world’s 5th largest manufacturer of large birch plywood sheets. Segezha Group is a global leader thanks to its key asset: Vyatsky Plywood Mill (VPM) in the Kirov Region.

So far, it is the only enterprise in the Group that manufactures birch plywood.

The investments amount to about RUB 6 billion. The annual output will rise by 33%, or 63,500 m³: from 192,000 to 255,000 m³. The share of special, high added value

Annual output is 192,000 m³.

Its products are made of 100 % veneer grade birch plywood logs. Approximately 38 % of the raw material needs are derived from VPM’s own forest sites. All

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the felling coupes are operated responsibly and sustainably by Segezha Group with subsequent reforestation in full compliance with domestic legislation in addition to the Group’s voluntary obligations under its international forest certification.

In 2020, Segezha Group’s plywood revenue share totalled 11 %. At the same time, this business segment achieved an Operating Income Before Depreciation and Amortization (OIBDA) of 38 %, the highest of the Group. Industry analysts believe that from 2019–2025, global demand for birch plywood will continue to rise. The key drivers include ongoing large-scale construction and retrofitting projects, manufacturing of furniture, light commercial vehicles, as well as LNG tankers. 79 % of Segezha Group plywood is exported.

The top five importers of VPM products are the USA, Germany, the Netherlands, Kazakhstan and Canada.

Segezha Group will boost its plywood output as early as this year when yet another asset, Galich Plywood Mill in the Kostroma Region, will be commissioned. This will be Russia’s first manufacturing facility dedicated to maxi size plywood sheets: 7×13 feet. The annual output of the Galich Plywood Mill’s is 125,000 m³.

By the end of this year, Segezha Group’s combined annual plywood production capacity will increase by 65 % to 317,000 m³, and it is expected to reach 380,500 m³ by the end of 2022 (including the VPM project). www.segezha-group.com Page 17

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EINARI VIDGRÉN FOUNDATION REWARDS FORESTRY PROFESSIONALS

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he Einari Vidgrén Foundation has rewarded forestry professionals for the 16th time. The Einari Award, the foundation’s main prize, was given to Kimmo Hokkanen of Metsäkone Hokkanen Oy. Paavo Rautio and Markku Eronen received the lifetime achievement awards.

In addition to the main Einari Award, there are four prize categories: lifetime achievement, special recognition, operators and students. In 2021, the foundation’s awards will total

EUR 169,900.

“This was a record year in applications received, making the selection process especially tough. One criterion was the work done in the forest industry, emphasising sustainable development and responsible activities,” says Juha Vidgrén, chairman of the Einari Vidgrén Foundation.

ABOUT THE EINARI VIDGRÉN FOUNDATION The goal of the Einari Vidgrén Foundation, established in 2005 by industrial counsellor Einari

Vidgrén, founder of Ponsse Plc, is to increase appreciation for the work done in the field of mechanical wood harvesting and the forest industry in line with responsible and sustainable development. The foundation rewards distinguished forest industry professionals based on online applications for awards and scholarships. The foundation seeks to increase awareness of mechanical wood harvesting entrepreneurship and its attractiveness as a form of employment, especially among young people. www.ponsse.com

TITAN INTRODUCES NEW INDUSTRY-UNIQUE HK 458 HYBRID WHEEL LOADER TIRE

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itan International, Inc. (Titan) — manufacturer of Titan Wheels and Titan Tires — has introduced the new Titan HK 458, a crossover wheel loader tire suited for the most extreme loader applications that require aggressive traction and excellent self-cleaning.

The E-4/L-4 dual-rated bias tire combines the tread design of a forestry tire, a wheel loader tire and an ATV tire all in one — making it ideally suited for both muddy, challenging construction sites and agriculture applications, where the sludge and muck are endless.

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“In listening to customer feedback, we recognized there was an opportunity in this market niche for an improved crossover tire that would meet their floatation needs without the hassle of changing out the wheel,” said Matt Miller, Tire Technology Manager, at Titan.

“For the HK 458, we gleaned designed elements from our tried-and-true forestry and construction bias tires while incorporating our latest design and manufacturing technology.

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torque applications but still fits the standard OTR wheel.”

The proven, open forestry tread pattern molded with our premium forestry compound decreases wear rates and is complemented with multiple layers of high-elongation steelbelts underneath it providing puncture resistance.

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FORESTRY COMMISSION ACT ON BARK BEETLE TREE PEST FINDINGS IN KENT

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oodland managers, land owners, the forest industry and tree nurseries are being urged to remain vigilant after two new breeding populations of the larger eight-toothed European spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) were identified in two woodlands in Kent. The UK Chief Plant Health Officer confirmed the findings on 25 June and 1 July following routine Forestry Commission plant health surveillance activities.

Movement restrictions are in place to minimise the risk of

simply not meant to run in messy and mud-caked ag applications like feedlots,” said Scott Sloan, Ag Product Manager at Titan. “A traditional loader will easily get mud trapped in the small voids between the lugs and instantly lose traction. With the HK 458, you get aggressive traction and excellent self-cleaning to maintain that traction all day long.”

Sizes and availability The HK 458 is initially available in two sizes, 20.5-25 and 23.525. This rugged hybrid tire is suited to fit a range of mid-sized wheel loaders from every OEM. To support product availability, Titan is using its latest automated building technology to stay ahead of demand while keeping quality at the forefront. www.titan-intl.com August 2021

onward spread of the beetle and the Forestry Commission, Forest Research and the Animal and Plant Health Agency will conduct further surveillance in the local areas.

Following a finding of the beetle in woodland in Kent in 2018, a demarcated area, enforced by the Plant Health (Ips typographus) (England) Order 2019, remains in place covering parts of Kent and Sussex. Within this area, additional movement restrictions apply on conifer material capable of spreading the pest.

Nicola Spence, the UK Chief Plant Health Officer, said: “Two outbreaks of the eighttoothed spruce bark beetle in areas of woodland in Kent have been confirmed. This beetle poses no threat to human health, but can have a serious impact on spruce trees species and the forestry industry.

“We are taking swift and robust action to limit the spread of the outbreaks as part of our wellestablished biosecurity protocol used for tree pests and diseases, and legislation is in place that restricts the movement of spruce trees in the area.

“I encourage anyone who suspects a sighting of the bark beetle to report these to the Forestry Commission through the Tree Alert portal.”

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Eight-toothed European spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) surveillance within the area this year has intercepted a number of bark beetles through the wider environment trapping network, most likely due to natural dispersal of the pest from the continent. As a result, the Forestry Commission and its partners are increasing their surveillance activity in the area during the next few weeks.

The beetle does not affect human health but can be a serious and destructive pest of the spruce tree species across Europe. The beetle is mainly a secondary pest, preferring stressed or weakened trees.

However, under the right environmental conditions, beetle numbers can increase enough to result in attacks on living trees. If left uncontrolled, the beetle, in association with pathogenic fungi (particularly the blue stain fungus Endoconidiophora polonica), has the potential to cause significant damage to Britain’s spruce-based forestry and timber industries.

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ASTURFORESTA 2021 A GREAT SUCCESS

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sturforesta is the only International Forestry Fair held in Spain. It is also integrated into the exclusive international network of forest machinery demonstration fairs, Forestry Demo Fairs.

The current pandemic posed quite a challenge and caused many complications as the regulations constantly changed.

It was difficult to know in advance whether it would be allowed to go ahead.

Fortunately the Fair is held in the open-air forest, so by taking the necessary precautions it was able to proceed without any problems. The Organizing Committee of Asturforesta ‘21 complied with all the health regulations issued by the Spanish Government and the Government of the Principality of Asturias to prevent the spread of Coronavirus infection at public events.

The number of exhibitors was reduced to 92, 12 of which were

companies that participated at Asturforesta for the first time. Although the situation wasn’t easy, the exhibitors were delighted with the attendance.

It was noted that the majority of those who attended were professional people which is a positive in terms of commercial relations.

The Management team of Asturforesta have started work on organising the 2023 exhibition, which will be held on June 15, 16 and 17. The Organizing committee have promised that they will spare no effort in order to continue strengthening the event and to attract even more exhibitors.

Everyone at Asturforesta would like to thank all the visitors who attended, despite being held under difficult circumstances the event was a great success.

All exhibitors who were present at this year’s exhibition will qualify for a discount as a thank you when they attend the next event in 2023.

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The new K111 and K101 loaders complement the product range, which already includes the heavy duty K121. They all have a new and more durable structure, designed in collaboration with operators of the machines. The result is an unprecedented sense of power and precision, as well as a durable structure. The new loaders are designed to endure hard work in all working conditions, tirelessly and efficiency. Smoother operation saves time and fuel, which is reflected in the results. To make the new loaders more durable, special attention has been paid to the quality of the materials and the structural solutions. The loader base, pillar and boom heads are cast. The loader base is now higher, and the contact surface between the frame and the loader is lower. The lifting and luffing boom cylinder guides are now bolt-mounted.

BOOM Casted boom tips and strong boom design means sturdy and reliable structure. The luffing cylinder bracket is integrated to the cast end and causes no stress to the middle section of the boom, which increases reliability. Improved joint geometry provides even speed and power throughout the whole movement range. That is one reason why the boom is easy and logical to operate. Integrated pipes and hoses decrease damages.

PILLAR The cast steel pillar is designed for maximum strength and reliability. The shape is designed to smoothly divide stresses to large areas instead of peak forces.The optimal lift boom and cylinder geometry gives more lifting power. The pillar upper fork embraces the lifting boom from outside and ensures more force for slewing the crane BASE The loader is mounted directly onto the thick and sturdy middle joint upper plate for maximum strength. The optional loader tilt base can be mounted on a standard rear frame which has 21% more slewing power.

LIGHTS New well-protected LED lights reduce shadows and makes working easier and faster. Two lights aim to the front of the working area and two lights aim down to the load space and under the loader. Three lights on the luffing boom make a very good light pattern all around the boom tip and grapple area.

User-friendliness is a very important feature in a loader that the operator uses for dozens of hours a week. Precision and smooth power are among the best comfort features of the new loaders. The power extends all the way to the limit of the grapple’s reach. The end damping of the cylinders softens shocks in extreme positions, making work smoother and more comfortable. The Active Crane boom control system is available for both loaders, allowing extremely intuitive operation of the grappler. The operator doesn’t have to control all the parts of the loader separately – only the height and direction.

The new lights make working in the dark more comfortable. The lights are better directed at the work area. It makes work easier in low light conditions, with no glare to distract the operator. The need for maintenance has been minimised. All hoses and pipes are integrated with a structure which improves the reliability of the hoses and prolongs their service life. These features make the new loaders tools for a productive future that will last for a long time, even in extreme conditions.

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COMMITTED TO QUALITY: GB LUBRICANTS INVESTS £50,000 IN NEW LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

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B Lubricants are one of the foremost privately owned manufacturers and suppliers of premium quality oils, lubricants and greases in the UK. To maintain the high standards of their products has taken considerable investment and as part of this development they have recently added some of the latest testing technology to their already impressive equipment portfolio.

The GB Lubricants quality control (QC) laboratory is the UK’s first to own a PerkinElmer Avio 220 Max ICP Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICPOES).

Used to identify and measure

the concentration of elements in raw materials and manufactured lubricating oils, the new Avio 220 Max system is capable of analysing samples faster and more accurately than other machines on the market – cold start to analysis takes only 10 minutes, and it is engineered to handle even the most difficult, high-matrix samples.

The £50,000 investment signifies the company’s ongoing commitment to deliver products of a consistently high quality.

“This spectrometer forms a major part of our QC laboratory,” says Technical Manager Paul Crozier, BSc (Hons) Chemistry. “Every batch

of oil is extensively tested before being released and stringent QC testing using the latest equipment gives our customers the confidence that they are receiving lubricants that not only meet, but exceed, industry and OEM specifications. By investing in the very latest PerkinElmer technology GB Lubricants proves how forward thinking it is. This will help to future-proof our laboratory for the next 5-10 years.”

Replacing the Optima 7000DV Spectrometer, the Avio 220 Max system is the industry’s pioneer hybrid simultaneous ICP-OES. Developed in partnership with analysts who identify

ONE OF THE LARGEST SOLAR PARKS IN THE NORDIC REGION IS ON THE ROOF OF KOMATSU FOREST

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ong-term sustainability is a central focus area as Komatsu Forest builds its new factory outside Umeå, in Sweden. An important piece of the puzzle in this work is the 19000m² solar park on the roof of the factory, which will contribute to carbon neutral production. In connection with the summer solstice on 21 June, the installation will now be operational.

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there are good conditions for using the sun as an energy source. The city had 2,053 hours of sunshine last year and solar radiation is high without it being too hot, which could mean energy losses.

“We have actively strived to find a long-term sustainable energy solution for our new property where solar cells are an important component in achieving a production that is CO2-neutral,” says Martin www.forestmachinemagazine.com

Ärlestig, Global Production Manager at Komatsu Forest.

“The green transition is a must, and the sun is an obvious part of the solution. We are very pleased to be a part of the fact that Komatsu Forest is now getting one of the largest solar parks in the Nordic region, and that solar energy production is also growing in northern Sweden. We are convinced that interest in solar energy will continue to increase now that August 2021

key challenges and system bottlenecks, the hardware and software is designed to improve efficiency in the laboratory, minimise instrument downtime and meet the demands of multielemental analyses. Benefits of the Avio 220 Max system include enhanced stability and accuracy, improved detection limits and reduced argon gas consumption.

“Our spectrometer allows us to accurately determine down to very low levels exactly what elements are present in the lubricant,” says Paul, who has overall responsibility for the GB Lubricants laboratory. Directly involved with the day-to-day quality control of incoming raw materials and finished product, he also works with the sales team to research and develop new products.

“We can ensure that during

more people see that it actually works here in our more northern parts of the country as well,” says Erik Martinson, CEO and founder of Svea Solar, supplier of the solar park.

The solar park on Komatsus roof consists of 7154 solar panels covering almost 19000m² , i.e. about two thirds of the roof’s surface. This also makes it one of the largest in the Nordic region.

The solar panels tilt 10 degrees and stand in both an easterly and westerly direction to capture the morning and evening sun. The stands for the panels are held in place on August 2021

production the correct additives at the correct treat rates have been homogenized into the blend. This enables us to market and deliver products that the final end user knows will perform as desired and help protect equipment.”

As no product leaves GB Lubricants premises without first being tested in the QC laboratory, Paul could not afford to have the laboratory out of action for any length of time during installation.

“As we were replacing our previous PerkinElmer ICP system, a lot of the infrastructure was already in place,” says Paul.

“The experienced engineers completed the installation and commissioning relatively quickly. We then ran our own QC calibrations and check samples to ensure the system

the roof of a total of 65 tons of ballast and a total of as much as 60 km of electrical cable rings on the roof. From the roof installation, the power goes down to 22 inverters located in the installation channel under the roof. The power is then diverted into a switchgear before entering the general power rail for the factory.

The impressive installation is estimated to produce 2,625,000 kWh of solar electricity, covering much of the total demand for the Komatsu Forest factory.

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was operating accurately before resuming production QC.” As well as running a state-ofthe-art laboratory and plant to ensure quality, GB Lubricants has invested time into building a successful Integrated Management System, which incorporates quality within the PAS99 umbrella. “This system gives our team a charted set of procedures throughout the production process, which ensure our product qualities are guaranteed during the course of manufacture and testing” says Operations Manager Simon Taylor.

Combined with training programs that keep staff up to date with industry changes, GB Lubricants has all the tools in place to provide a consistent, high quality product and service. www.gblubricants.co.uk

grid.

Positive from a sustainability perspective is also that the solar cells have a long lifespan and are estimated to be able to produce electricity for over 30 years.

The official start of production at Komatsu Forest’s new factory is 9 August. www.komatsuforest.com Page 23

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INVESTMENT IN THE HARVESTER HEAD ASSEMBLY AND TESTING

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uring spring 2021 Logset has made comprehensive investments in the harvester head assembly at the factory in Koivulahti. New harvester head assembly spaces have been built which increases the production capacity by 50 %.

Next to the assembly there is a newly built testing place for the ready assembled heads. On the other side of the testing place there will be a packing area for loose harvester heads that will be mounted on excavators.

This way the assembly, testing and packing create a clear and efficient line inside the factory.

Work safety of the testing place has been improved by building a safety glass cage around the whole test area. The doors are equipped with sensors. If someone were to walk inside the testing area while there is an active harvester head on the inside, the electricity is switched off and the harvester head stops. The test stand behind the safety glass carries the weight of all Logset harvester head models. One harvester head is tested at a time according to the specified test program. To test and possibly pack one harvester head takes approximately one day.

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the help of pipes,” says Final Inspector Dan Österåker who has worked at Logset for almost three years.

During the final inspection, the harvester heads are given the factory settings with which they are delivered to customers.

Several different pressures are set, and all functions are controlled so that they work like they should. The pressure of the delimbing knives and feeding wheels are set using the computer that is outside the safety glass. There are two different control systems on the table: TOC-MD 2 for harvester heads that will be mounted on harvesters and Logset MDX 2 for heads that will be mounted on excavators.

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Final Inspector Dan Österåker “Now we can give feedback right away if something is not like it should be. The personnel from the assembly can easily come and see when we test the heads,” Österåker smiles.

During spring he has introduced the work tasks to Christian Hyöty who recently started working as a Final Inspector at Logset. Both Österåker and Hyöty have a background as forest machine operators.

“This is a modern and safe test area. Here we make sure all the factory settings are correct. The fine tuning is done by the operators in the forest depending on what trees they are working with,” says Hyöty. www.logset.com August 2021

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NRW RARING TO GO AFTER WELSH GOVERNMENT’S TREE PLANTING “NATIONAL CALL TO ARMS”

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atural Resources Wales (NRW) has today (13 July) welcomed the Welsh Government’s “national call to arms” to significantly expand the green canopy in Wales and has pledged to work with the government and partners to achieve a dramatic increase in tree planting.

The call comes after NRW worked as part of the Deputy Minister for Climate Change Lee Waters MS’ task force charged with exploring ways to expediate tree planting in Wales.

Over an intensive three-week period, a team of experts came together to develop a series of recommendations aimed at supporting woodland creation and focus upon removing barriers to tree planting. The expert team also investigated ways of increasing the value and amount of sustainably grown Welsh timber used in Wales.

This work builds on NRW’s existing efforts to increase tree coverage in Wales through an existing Woodland Creation Programme. This covers a

wide range of work including expanding the NRW managed Welsh Government Woodland Estate; scoping new funding avenues for woodland creation; and ongoing work to reduce the regulatory burden of woodland creation without compromising vital environmental safeguards.

Clare Pillman, Chief Executive Officer of NRW said: “Woodland creation is an essential part of creating a healthier and prosperous Wales.

“We are determined to contribute towards Welsh Government’s ambition to be carbon net zero by 2050 through planting up to 180,000 hectares of new woodland and hedges.

“We are all facing climate and nature crises and largescale tree planting will help us tackle both. It will also provide significant benefits to everyone in Wales. I am delighted at the new momentum tree planting is enjoying in Wales.”

NRW was represented on the task force by its Executive Director of Communications,

1 MILLION SEEDLINGS PLANTED IN LATVIA

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CA, (Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget) have planted over one million seedlings

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Customer and Commercial, Sarah Jennings.

She said: “It has been a pleasure to work alongside experts from across Wales and across sectors on the findings set out by the Deputy Minister.

“We have worked together with common purpose to understand the barriers to tree planting and how they can be overcome.

“The benefits of tree planting are too great to pass up; they provide a range of substantial environmental, economic, cultural and wellbeing benefits.

“I’m looking forward to working with the Deputy Minister and our partners in an alliance for change across Wales to develop the recommendations into actions that will have a real and positive impact on Wales’ future.”

NRW will continue to work with the Welsh Government and its partners to further the extensive tree planting ambitions in Wales and to deliver the many benefits this can provide to us all. www.naturalresources.wales Sundsvall, Sweden.

“The majority of seedlings are spruce but we have also planted some pine, birch and black alder, which we bought from other countries to get the right kind of seedlings,” says Edgars Birks, department manager forestry, August 2021

RECORD PINE REPLANTING PROGRAM KICKS OFF IN BOMBALA & GRAFTON

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orestry Corporation of NSW’s has started its record 2021 replanting program with 2,400 hectares of pine plantations to be replanted into harvested areas following the black summer bushfires.

Forestry Corporation of NSW’s Bombala District Manager Linda Cotterill said this winter’s planting program is an important milestone in the organisation’s bushfire recovery program. “With around a third of State forest pine plantations affected by the 2019-20 fire season, we’ve expanded and fasttracked our nursery programs in time for a record 2021 season.”

“The planting program engages several businesses including three major planting contractors, so is also an important step in supporting recovering regional communities.

This is the second time in almost 40 years that our district and people have been involved in such a significant fire event and their connection to our estate is strong,” Ms Cotterill said. “So being able to do a good job re-establishing the forest is an important part of the recovery of our people and their wellbeing too. Each seedling is planted by hand and an experienced planter can plant around 2,000 seedlings a day. forestrycorporation.com.au

SCA in Latvia. “The seedlings are planted in a so called SuperPot, which is a bigger seedling suitable for ground with a lot of grass. The land in Latvia consist of a lot of overgrown agricultural land that is very fertile. Therefore it is very important to cut down the grass and bushes, so the seedlings can grow.” www.sca.com August 2021

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HARVESTING

K.H. BARCLAY & SONS TIMBER CONTRACTORS & MERCHANTS

BY GLEN BARCLAY Glen is a third generation forester who works alongside his father and grandfather in the timber trade whilst completing a degree in Journalism at Robert Gordon University.

Working as a forwarder operator for the past five years Glen has a useful insight into the industry alongside a passion to write about it. He has worked for his local newspaper as a local sports reporter and as a media assistant for Central Coast Mariners football team in Australia.

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y story begins on a warm sunny September’s day in the foothills of the Angus Glens. It’s my first day as a full-time forwarder operator for my family’s company K.H. Barclay Timber Contractor and Merchant and I’m raring to go.

Having been thrown in at the deep end by my Dad several months earlier who ushered me into his 1110c Timberjack, roughly pointed out some control levers and left me to my own devices to learn the trade my family name is synonymous with, I now felt moderately capable of doing the job. Like many sons of machine operators

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my early childhood weekends were spent on the knee of my dad as he graded through piles of spruce, larch and pine content with the fact he didn’t have to actually leave work to see me. This is certainly a theme of the elder statesmen in my family, they love to work – both my father and his father alongside him have put work above all else in aim to provide for their families as best they could – and on a level that they need to work. As my grandfather enters his 79th year he still oversees every minute detail of his operation and never shies away from wrestling with his Husqvarna 495 whether it to August 2021

fell a troublesome outsider or nick the beard off a large spruce log, all the while showing the younger saw men how logging is done.

Operating mainly in the Angus Glens, K.H. Barclay & Son has been in operation under one muse or another for over 50 years. Ken, the head of the business, was born in 1942 the youngest of seven and worked as a laborer in his younger days most notably in the development of the Backwater Damn Reservoir in Glen Isla.

Being one of seven meant that growing up new things were hard to come by and everything they had was always used to its fullest which has been a continual trait in the business, with many old or spare parts coming to the rescue in a crisis and preventing a large bill. It was Ken’s older brothers Eric and Geordie who first ventured in the woods establishing themselves with a respectable outfit with a group of regular tree cutters and a small fleet of lorries. Their success encouraged Ken to have a crack in the woods and from then he never looked back.

Working as a cutter for a nearby company in the first instance, my grandfather quickly spotted that buying and selling timber himself would be the best way to succeed. However, after his first big sale, disaster struck whilst burning the brash on completion of the job. After lighting the first few piles the direction of the wind changed and the smoke turned towards a gamekeepers house which in turn lead to considerable smoke damage that had to be repaired August 2021

at his expense.

Accounts of my grandfather’s leadership in the early days tend to follow the same line, “he was firm, but fair” one tree cutter said, “if you weren’t pulling your weight you weren’t long in hearing about it”. At one stage, In the days before harvesters, he had 26 men working under him. People travelled from all over to work for Barclay’s. I remember him telling me as a youngster that there would always be someone at the door needing paid for this reason or that reason so my grandmother would have to pop into the bank to square them up. I have often been told that the wood is a much better place to work in now than in the past, mostly due to the introduction of cranes to load lorries. In the beginning the loading of lorries by hand was a necessary evil, using banking’s to slide logs in between bolsters, proper back breaking work. The loggers of that generation see modern, young machine operators as soft.

In his 50 years in the industry my grandfather has always maintained that the best invention to come into the wood was the chainsaw. He recalls the story of two of his workers taking off to cut down a giant beach tree at Lindertis with the hand saw one morning.

These two were hard workers he said. They began cutting at around 8am, come piece time and they’re still not through, so they chose to carry on. At lunchtime the tree finally hit the floor, alongside the cutters who were exhausted. But take this story, with a chainsaw, five/ ten minutes and the tree is down. After that the industry really began to change, the horses were phased out and the Fordson Super Major was put into retirement and along came the County Tractors.

At the same time as County tractors were beginning to dominate wood extraction my dad, Alistair began to catch the timber bug. He was always on the move as a youngster, never sitting still and always needing

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HARVESTING to be doing something. He would always pick more berries than anyone else to the detriment of my grandmother and auntie who would often see a forwarder crane like arm reach across the aisle and pick the best ones from their side.

He was out working every weekend from his mid-teens, cross cutting lengths in the loading bays, running the winch or operating the machinery. At 16 he left Websters High School to become an apprentice fencer, this lasted a year as the lure of the woods became too much – that and the cold mornings holding a steel pinch. Everyone who has worked with Alistair can confirm that he is a hard worker,and works harder than anyone they have ever met. He is up before the lark running off oil or doing repairs and long after the average man has had his supper is when my Dad finally comes home. The nature of the work means that he can go from operating a forwarder

to a harvester before lunch, then a digger or tractor before tea. A close family friend said “I’ve never seen anyone who can move so easily between machines in a day, it takes him no time at all to familiarise himself.”

Nothing illustrates Alistair’s passion for his work more than when a job at Rannoch came around in the early 90’s. To save travelling up and down there every day and missing out on vital daylight he opted to stay on site understandably but not in a caravan or B&B like most people would but in the back of his van on a second hand mattress.

In 1985 the first of many purpose built forwarders came home. A second hand Rottne Blondin made extraction at their Whigstreet clear-fell a breeze compared to those that had come before it. Following a fruitful two year stint a brand new machine was added to the

roster. The Norcar 490, coming in at £67,000 in 1987, was a serious improvement to the extraction methods of the past.

Alistair remarked that with tracks and wheel chains on, the Norcar would climb anywhere allowing for more efficient extraction. They then invested in a Nokka 400 processor which was attached to the back of a County tractor and fed through trees in length using a small grab to guide them. This allowed for trees to be felled into piles and processed within seconds, saving chainsaw cutters time in dressing out felled timber and decreasing the amount of cutters needed completely.

Over the years the company has seen a wide array of machines and machine operators come and go, and come back again.

Forwarders such as the Kockums SMV and Valmet 872 ushered in the era of mid-sized machines; “When the SMV came home I

The Rottne Blondin was the first purpose built forwarder, arriving in 1985.

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was taking out 100 tons a day and in those days that was a lot of wood” said Alistair, “but now four loads with the big Tigercat would produce the same.”

Working with heavy machinery and progressively powerful power tools obviously creates a certain degree of risk and one instance in particular illustrates the toughness of those who choose to work in the industry.

Whilst cross cutting a log my grandfather slipped and the bar of his saw sliced into his foot causing blood to begin seeping out of his boot. After some deliberation it was decided he would head into the town to the local GP to seek assistance, opting to drive himself. Upon Inspection, the nurse at the GP, immediately decided that he should go to the hospital to get proper treatment to which he replied, “for that, it’s just a scratch?” The nurse clearly taken aback, respond with “people come in with injuries not half as bad as that and think they’re dying.” My grandfather continued up the road onto Stracathro Hospital, stopping to have his piece in the car park before going into the hospital.

The medical staff decided that an operation was to be had and after going through all the details asked when he had last eaten, “In the jeep before I came in, I wasn’t sure how long it would be before I got out again” was the answer.

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The Kockums SMV allowed Alistair to extract more than 100 tons a day for the first time.

The Valmet 860 and OSA 280 FMG side by side in the late 90s

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HARVESTING standards K.H. Barclay is an ideal setting for those who are keen to work hard. Through struggle and hardship the hardworking nature of the pair who have put their all into the business has meant that K.H. Barclay & Son has grown into a well-respected organisation within the national timber industry.

As a youngster I appreciated the timber industry but it was never a route I could see myself ever going down. I flicked between the idea of becoming a journalist, a teacher and a land agent as the woods didn’t call to me the same way it had to those who came before me. That was until I left high school and found myself at a crossroads and took a year out to work. The stresses of working with family are challenging however after several early squabbles and disagreements, mostly down to youthful stubbornness working together in the woods has strengthened my relationship with my father.

A stroke of genius was opting to load flatbed lorries instead of relying on wood lorries to shift all their timber. Choosing to load the lorries themselves saved expense and created strong relationships with haulage firms Alexander Melville in Kirriemuir and Les Watson Transport in Penrith who to this day still haul their timber. Another useful methodology is the ratio of operators to machines.

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Working in unison with my Dad now comes as second nature.

challenging variation in work; in one week covering a variety of different scenarios.

K.H. Barclay & Son bears no allegiance to any brand in particular which was a great learning experience for a young operator and one that few will have experienced so early in their development. Within my first year of forwarder operating I had driven a 1110c Timberjack, both 860 & 890 Valmet’s, a Tigercat 1075 and a Ponsse Buffalo King. I often get asked why I haven’t had a go at harvesting yet and my answer is always the same, “I’m a people person, and enjoy the craic you get whilst loading the lorries. Sitting in a machine all day staring at tree after tree, doesn’t appeal to me as much as travelling in and out of the wood and interacting with those who come onto site.”

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loading bay and load an incoming lorry using the Ponsse Buffalo. I was filled with apprehension and initially refused to do so, in fear that I would damage the much newer and expensive machine. After much negotiation between my father and I, it was decided that I would give it a shot and I immediately became a fan. The larger grab and stronger boom allowed for much smoother loading and the modern, spacious cab with larger windows meant less visual impairment.

It is often joked that the word holiday doesn’t exist in our house, as every day is a work day in one way or another; even whilst on holiday as a youngster we still managed to find some sort of forestry operation going on to quell my fathers need for timber. It is certainly the case for both my father and grandfather that “if you enjoy your job then you’ll never work a day in your life”. I am very fortunate to have August 2021

grown up in this environment, with such good role models to watch, follow and learn from which is true to be said of all who grow up with a parent involved in this industry.

K.H.Barclay offers a wide range of services within the industry from clearfells, through first, second & third thinning’s and garden tree works/climbing & firewood.

A day full of variety with the Valmet 890, Ponsse Buffalo and 1110c Timberjack

DISEASED LARCH TREES TO BE FELLED IN LAMPETER FOREST

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iseased larch trees will be felled in a forest on the outskirts of Lampeter towards the end of 2021, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has said. The forest - which is comprised of Upper Forest, Lower Forest and Lodge Wood forest blocks – surrounds both sides of Forest Road as it leaves the mid Wales Town.

Trees in the forest are infected with Phytophthora Ramorum, commonly known as larch disease. In 2013, surveys identified that the disease was spreading rapidly across forestry in Wales, sparking a nationwide strategy to remove diseased trees to stop it spreading further. Where there is high concentration of larch, every tree will be felled other than large and healthy broadleaf trees. In cases where there is low larch concentration, the larch will be selectively felled, allowing broadleaf trees to continue growing. Sections which have no larch trees will be thinned in line with standard

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forest management practices.

After the felling has taken place, the clear-felled sections will be replanted with native broadleaf tree species. This will eventually restore ancient woodland features to the area and will help local biodiversity to flourish.

sustainably. NRW will put the felling rights for the forest up for sale in July 2021 and contractors would be expected to start work before the end of the year. In line with standard practice, the contractor will have six months to complete the work, including haulage of the timber.

The felling is necessary for two key reasons. Firstly, the trees will eventually die if left to stand and will pose a safety risk to people who use the forest.

Secondly, NRW is legally required to comply with a Statutory Plants Health Notice that has been placed on the forest which requires that the affected trees are destroyed.

Marius Urwin, Team Leader for Forest Operations in South Mid Wales for NRW said, “It’s unfortunate that the only option we have to limit the spread of the disease is to fell the larch trees. We fully appreciate that clear-felling parts of forest will have a significant visual impact on the area. We can’t yet confirm exactly when the felling will take place, but we will be updating residents as that information becomes clear.

This work may cause some disruption, but I can assure residents that we will put conditions in place to reduce the impact of the work on the community.”

Felling the trees while they are still in a saleable condition also allows NRW – as the manager of the Welsh Government Woodland Estate – to sell the felling rights for the timber. The funds raised from selling felling rights is immediately re-invested into the estate, allowing NRW to manage their forests www.forestmachinemagazine.com

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DISEASED TREES TO BE FELLED IN AFAN FOREST

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hyslyn forest road and Rhyslyn car park will be closed for up to 12 weeks to allow trees contaminated with Dothistroma septosporum (red band needle blight) to be safely cut down. This disease can spread to other trees and can eventually kill them, but is not harmful to humans.

Felling plans and safety procedures have been reviewed following a freak incident during a recent harvesting operation.

A felled tree toppled onto the forest road that a member of the public was walking along.

Claudia Robins, Team Leader for Forest Operations, of NRW, said: “At NRW, we work hard to balance the health and safety requirements of an operational forest, with the recreational benefits the forest brings for all visitors whether they are walkers, runners, horseriders or mountain bikers.

“This was a freak incident. No one was injured, but additional adjustments have since been made to ensure the safety of visitors and contractors.

“Visitor safety always has to take priority, leaving us with no other option but to close the nearby road and car park to be completely satisfied that felling can take place safely.

“The timing of the closures is regrettable with people keen to enjoy their summer recreational time at Afan Forest Park. However, it is imperative that this harvesting work gets underway to prevent further spread of the disease and we are doing all we can to minimise the impact this will have on the rest of the forest. I urge visitors to adhere to the closures and diversions in place for their own safety. This will be a live operational site that could be dangerous if signs are ignored.”

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Some walking and mountain bike trails will also be affected.

Rhyslyn car park will be open on weekends, however the road itself will remain closed with an alternative diversion across the adjacent bridge suitable for walkers and cyclists only.

All closures and diversions will be clearly signposted and barriers will be in place.

A temporary car park will be available at Tymaen close to the Afan Visitor Centre. There are also other car parks available including Glyncorrwg ponds.

Attendants will be assisting with traffic management on site seven days a week.

The area currently being felled will be replanted with a mixture of conifer and broadleaf species during winter 2023/2024. www.naturalresourceswales

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GREEN ENERGY FOR THE EMERALD ISLE

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he 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 is an enormous step forward in using cleaner energy for the harvesting of timber as it increases the power and efficiency of the harvester’s engine while reducing fuel consumption, Co² emissions and noise levels. The technology works by using two power sources; a diesel engine and an electric motor with a super capacitor for storing the energy that is generated. Engine power and torque is boosted by a massive 60% with a 25% decrease in fuel consumption and up to 30% less CO² emissions being emitted.

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HARVESTING offers two machine in this category – the 12H GTE hybrid for final felling and the smaller 8H GTE for thinning and smaller clear fells.

Since its launch in 2016 the 12H GTE has won many prestigious awards around the world including the French forestry publications Bois International’s “2019 Forestry Machine Of The Year”, the Austrian Innovation award at Austrofoma and has been one of the seven finalist’s at the 2018 “Energy and Innovation Awards” in Finland.

The 12H GTE has received the esteemed approval of the BAYSF (the Bavarian State Forestry in Germany) with the director Dr Michael Kutcher having this to say; “I believe this is certainly the best solution available today for tackling the environmental issues without compromising high productivity .”

DOHERTY GROUP, HAULAGE/ TIMBER HARVESTING Michael Doherty is proud to be setting new standards in timber harvesting in Ireland as the only forestry contractor using hybrid technology.

“I have been a keen advocator of using green technology” explained Michael “and deciding to invest in the Logset harvester was an easy decision to make.

The progress Logset have made with the hybrid technology is a massive leap forward for forestry.”

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Co² emissions.” ”With up to 420hp of power on tap and the dual hydraulic system this is the ideal choice for working productively in the tough Irish conditions.”

“Michael has been a loyal and valued customer since 2003 when they purchased their first Logset Harvesting Head, followed by a Logset Forwarder in 2007,” said John Fukes of RJ Fukes Forestry Services. “I can honestly say Michael has no preference to any manufactures, he operates his business purely on facts and figures and his sole interest is productivity and reliability. These were the key points when making the purchase of the Logset 8H GTE Hybrid Harvester as it was was very easy for us to prove the feasibility of the Hybrid system. The feedback from operator Richard Doherty has been excellent to say the least.

Richard is a great asset to the Doherty Group and also to ourselves at R J Fukes Forestry Services”.

Richard Doherty, deputy harvesting manager and harvester operator for the DG, has been operating the Hybrid harvester. “The power of this harvester is unreal and there is so much torque in the head that the size of trees or thickness of the branches doesn’t make the slightest difference to performance. I have the engine rpm’s set at 1600 and the engine note never alters, tree size is 0.25³ and I have been averaging 23m³ per hour using 17ltrs of fuel.”

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harvester we have by a mile.

Some of our other harvester operators have tried the Logset 8H GTE hybrid and have been astonished with just how powerful it is.”

“I would also like to point out that the backup offered by RJ Fukes Forestry Services is far above and beyond what you would normally expect, there is someone there 24/7 for help and advice.”

Richard is harvesting for Balcas Timber, the largest producer and distributer of wood pellets in Ireland and the UK. Balcas are a forestry business who believe that sustainably managed forests is the way forward. The company plants four trees for each one that is harvested.

The Logset Hybrid fits in with both the Doherty Group and Balcas’s ethos and energy plans to reduce their carbon footprint by using technology which is productive and fuel efficient while emitting far less Co² emissions.

Michael pointed out that “Later this year we will be taking a second Logset hybrid for appraisal; this will be the larger Logset 12H GTE Hybrid which offers the same ground breaking productivity, fuel efficiency and reduced Co² emissions. The larger harvester offers 510hp with dual hydraulic systems which allows the operator to work without limitations while harvesting large heavy timber.”

“We look forward to delivering our larger 12H Hybrid Harvester for appraisal by the Doherty Group” said John Fukes, “and we would like to take this August 2021

opportunity to thank all of the Doherty family for their past and continued support.” www.rjfukes.co.uk www.dohertygroup.ie www.logset.com/en/harvesters/ logset-8h-gte-hybrid

Right: The Logset 8H GTE Hybrid and a Logset 6F Forwarder also belonging to the Doherty Group on soft and peaty ground conditions typically found throughout Ireland.

Bottom: Richard Doherty next to his pride and joy, the Logset 8HGTE Hybrid Harvester

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NEW PROSILVA S5 AVAILABLE NOW The new S5 is based on the same proven concept but only built with bit stronger components.

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roSilva Oyj started a new class of forest machines in March 2020 by introducing the S3 forest harvester. A small, nimble and light machine with loads of power and stability to work fluently from full 10.5m reach. Popularity of this machine is unquestionable, but some customers would have preferred a bit bigger harvester head. We didn’t want to risk our reputation as a builder of reliable machines by installing an oversized head but took a more serious approach to the question. A bigger brother for the S3 was developed for those customers wanting a bit more.

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S5 has all the advantages of the S3. New front frame includes a bigger HD crane base and stronger bogies allowing bigger tyres and more tractive force.

These improvements allow safe and confident use of bigger harvester heads and stronger cranes. Same simplicity and serviceability are still the leading ideas in the construction.

Being a 6-wheel model makes the S5 stable and comfortable.

Wheel size (34” rear, 26.5” front) combined to reasonable weight equals to small ground pressure. The unique fully hydrostatic power transmission with computer controlled www.forestmachinemagazine.com

independent drive speed of each wheel of the machine with minimal soil damage. This combined to small dimensions of the machine maximizes the growth of the forest after thinning.

The Cabin of the new S5 is a comfortable place to work.

Ergonomics, visibility and spacious comfortable feeling is completed with automatic cabin rotation and optional automatic levelling.

Crane options: Kesla 16-series Logmer 14-series

9m – 11m 10m – 11m

Harvester heads: AFM, Kesla, Keto, Logmax, Waratah www.prosilva.fi August 2021

NEW FOREST TRAILER FROM KRONOS

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he new forest trailer series KARGO is our most flexible trailer, made for heavy use.

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TECHNICAL DATA S5 Dimensions: Length Width Height Ground clearance Weight

7440 mm 2840 mm 3500 mm 650 mm 18500 kg

Engine: Cummins B6.7 EU Stage V Power 187 kW Torque 1150Nm@1500 rpm

give strength, flexibility and good protection of inside components.

The first model of our new series being launched is KARGO 121. Kargo 121 is equipped with freely movable load supports like a forwarder and it can be equipped with 2WD or 4WD and several brake options. This is a big trailer with a total weight of 15 tons and a capacity of a 3 m² cross section loading area. It is equipped with strong support legs with 100 mm cylinders and the ground clearance is 650 mm. Kargo 121 can also be equipped with SSC, a function that allows you to raise or lower the support legs semi-

automatically. The bottom surface of the frame is flat – a feature that improves your working experience in tough conditions.

The brand Kronos has delivered Finnish quality for more than 100 years. The founder Uno Wikar started his first blacksmith shop in Kronoby 1914.

Today the company Wikar Oy Ab focuses on developing and manufacturing forest cranes, forest trailers, chain mulchers and harrows. Our products are sold in more than 20 countries all over the world. The company has 30 employees and a 7 million euro turnover. www.kronos.fi

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OPEN DAYS

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ohn Deere Forestry recently invested £2.5 million in creating their new premises at the North Muirton Industrial Estate in Perth. The company’s largest UK base opened in 2020 and is a well thought out 1300m³+ facility ideally located just off the A9 trunk road near the Inveralmond roundabout at Perth.

My initial visit to the new premises was on the first day of their two open days at the beginning of July, and what a first rate event Managing Director Jock McKie and his team had organised.

The main entrance is through the John Deere shop where some incredible bargains on tools, equipment and accessories were to be had. It was great to be able to see and talk to familiar faces after what has seemed an eternity. After a good catch up with Billy Telfer, the Carlisle depot area support manager, he offered to show us

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around. The downstairs area is home to staff offices, staff canteen and washing facilities, whilst the upstairs holds the large conference room and the training centre with two JD simulators for new or inexperienced operators to hone their skills. There are also more staff offices, a canteen, and a staff training centre before walking out onto a large gantry with a commanding view of the huge workshop.

The workshop is large enough for at least four machines and the high ceiling gives ample clearance for manoeuvring cranes.

Next to the workshop is a large welding bay and the spare parts department which is stocked from floor to ceiling with over 500 pallets. For optimized storage space two Kardex Carousels have been installed for smaller components. This automated, compact tray delivery system is a fast, reliable system with automated stock control. Each unit has a footprint of just

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HARVESTING 9.2m³ with a storage capacity of 174.52m³ and each tray has a weight capacity of 510kg. The spare parts department was currently holding an inventory of 6064 lines with a value of £1.74 million. Billy gave us a great insight into the inner workings of the new facility and it is good to see the importance that John Deere Forestry places on giving their customers the best after sales service possible.

On exiting the workshop into the outside area we were met with some excellent deals on Grippen Grabs, Band Tracks and Tyres. Supporting the open days were Clark Engineering, Iggesund Forest, Clark Tracks, Apex Fluid Power, Milwaukee Power Tools and Deutsche Leasing. All had individual display areas with staff on hand ready to answer any questions. Twelve new harvesters and forwarders were on display along with a good selection of quality used second hand machines for sale.

The machines, equipment and stalls were all spaced out so you could take your time to look around without being rushed or harassed and there were plenty of John Deere and staff available to answer any queries.

JD had a hospitality area in the yard with hot and cold drinks and a selection of hot food for everyone. Picnic tables were spread throughout the yard where you could sit with a drink and have a good blether. There was a great turnout and it was amazing to catch up with so many happy and smiling people in the Perth sunshine, it was just what the doctor ordered.

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Several guests had travelled from Southern England, Wales and the far North of Scotland to attend. This was a real tonic, and a nice relaxing atmosphere for customers old and new to see what John Deere Forestry can offer them.

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McKie “the turnout has been excellent and this is an event we will look at holding again.”

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NCD EQUIPMENT LTD

BY RAB EASTON

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e skived off for a few days in June and headed to the warmer and sunnier climes of southern England. While down there we called in for a cuppa with Nick of NCD Equipment Ltd in Essex.

Before starting NCD Equipment, Nick spent many years in the Army. After leaving he found work clearing overgrown embankments of trees and foliage with a chainsaw. This wasn’t the easiest of work especially in very dense areas where all the scrub had to be dragged out by hand.

“There had to be a better, faster and safer solution than using chainsaws and physical labour” said Nick “I started to research on my computer what mechanised equipment was out there that was capable for this type of work.”

He found Finnish company, TMK Tree Shears, that was founded in 2013 by Tenho Koponen, a forest professional, who had initially designed a tree shear Page 48

for his own personal use. Word about his tree shear soon spread and other contractors began knocking on his door to see if he would make shears for them. Tenho was soon inundated with orders so he set up a workshop where he could speed up the manufacturing process to meet the increasing demand.

Nick flew out to see Teho and his tree shears in 2014 and was very impressed, his idea was to purchase one and hire himself out as a contractor. This was the solution he had been seeking but it was not long before other contractors began asking about the tree shear he was using.

He quickly saw an opportunity and approached Teho about becoming the UK distributer for the tree shears; this was a shrewd move as Nick has since sold in excess of 200 shears.

Today Nick offers a hire service for most of the TMK products he sells which is an ideal situation for contractors and individuals www.forestmachinemagazine.com

who require the equipment for a specific job.

In addition to stocking TMK Tree Shears, Nick has added other products including Auger Torque Earth Drills, Stump Planers, the Rabaud range of equipment and recently the Mecalac (formerly Terex) wheeled and tracked excavators, loaders and dumpers.

A good look around his premises and workshop uncovered two engineers who help to keep Nick up to date with the metal fabrication and repair work that NCD Equipment carry out for their customers. In the large yard behind the premises Nick had a new wheeled Mecalac 9MWR excavator he had been using to move some rubble.

The 9MWR looked an ideal size for carrying out numerous operations in a working forest or sawmill and was well built, strong, versatile and compact.

After a quick familiarisation of the controls from Nick I was August 2021

left to my own resources to see what I thought. First of all the cab was easy to get into - even for a stiff old bugger like me with an integrated step which didn’t require any pre stretching ballerina exercises to reach.

Once sat in the airy, spacious cab you realise it is a nice working environment to be in; it has a comfortable pneumatic cushioned, heated seat, uncomplicated, well laid out controls, easy to read information screen with a good quality rear view camera, good vision, a quiet engine and a USB Bluetooth radio.

Parking, work and driving modes are easily selected with a single three way switch below the information screen; I selected drive and made my way over to the pile of rubble to try out the loader. First of all the Mecalac turns on a sixpence with the four wheel steering and is superb for manoeuvring around in confined areas, I found it easy to drive and it’s no slouch with a road speed of 35km/hr. Once August 2021

in position you can lower the front blade and rear legs for extra stability if needed, I was moving rubble so I didn’t use them. The power, smoothness and responsiveness of the loader was impressive, it was so easy to use and the three boom configuration was excellent for working close into the machine.

It had a large front bucket which I filled each time and it lifted it effortlessly with no obvious difference to the stability of the Mecalac when driving. It can reach out/up to a height of 6.5m with a 3 tonne lifting capacity at 3m outreach with a narrow tail swing of under 400mm. At just over 8 tonne and 2.3m wide when fitted with 500mm TRS tread pattern tyres this is a light www.forestmachinemagazine.com

footed machine. Double wheels can be fitted for working in very soft conditions.

The Mecalac is a versatile machine and can be used for firewood production and wood processing as it can be fitted with numerous attachments for loading firewood, moving sawdust and bark and has good lifting power for stacking round or sawn timber and working in tight spaces. It can be utilised with tree shears, mulchers, flail mowers, stump grinders, augers, the list of attachments is endless.

I could have happily sat on this all day but as we were homeward bound I reluctantly handed the keys back to Nick.

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t’s almost impossible to envisage that five years have passed since we launched the magazine at the APF in 2016. Indeed, it feels like only yesterday I was extracting timber and hanging on for grim death, slipping and sliding my way down steep mountainsides like Ben A’an – one of those exhilarating ‘45 minutes up and five minutes down’ type of extraction sites – with my trusty PONSSE Buffalo.

different. I hadn’t realised how much work there is in putting a magazine together – in my head, I would simply be going out on site visits, gathering information and photos, and then writing it down. I had no idea about working to a set number of pages, borders, margins, page bleed, excel, word, PDFs, and other technical terms which were completely alien to me; thank goodness Wendy has a lot more patience than me!

Publishing and writing in the magazine has been, and still is, a great experience. Although vastly different to working in the forest, it has given me an insight into aspects of the industry that I knew very little about.

Planning the magazine was hugely exciting; reality kicked in, however, when Wendy and I actually handed in our notices. Wendy was managing a local garden centre and I was operating a forwarder for the Dick Brothers Ltd. Both were well-paid, secure jobs which afforded us a pretty decent living. Quitting a well-paid job for an uncertain venture is the best laxative you could imagine; I am very thankful that it didn’t happen at the outset of Covid-19 with the toilet paper shortage!

Prior to 2011, although I could make calls, take photos, text and use Facebook on my Iphone, I had never actually sat in front of a computer or laptop let alone use one. This is the same person that came home one day in 2015 stating, “let’s start a forestry magazine, it can’t be that hard.”

We had a great launch at the 2016 APF, made all the sweeter by the exceptional support from both yourselves and advertisers.

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Forestry is a way of life rather than just a job, and I have loved finding out about other aspects of the industry that I didn’t know too much about and sharing it with you through our magazine and website. After almost twenty years spent on my own sat in a forwarder with little or no phone reception and only the radio and occasional chat with the harvester or haulier for company, I’ve absolutely loved meeting and chatting to so many people.

Forestry has changed so much and for the better. We are no longer looked upon as wid tinks, living in the woods for weeks at a time in a beat-up old caravan. www.forestmachinemagazine.com

Parents and partners must have dreaded seeing us arriving home on a Friday evening stinking of sweat, gear oil, and as Wendy called it ‘red diesel number 5’. On the plus side, it does lend itself to some amusing anecdotes for articles in the magazine from time to time.

Luckily we have some freelance writers now who are helping us with compiling features – we are always on the lookout for new ones if anyone is interested – and this has been hugely beneficial.

There have been times, when faced with days sat at my desk, that I wished I was back on my forwarder. To remedy this I reminisce about tightening tracks on damp, calm, midgeinfested days, breaking down at the furthest point of the job with no spare parts and freezing my bollocks off while servicing the forwarder on a cold, wet, winter’s day.

Wendy and I would like to thank you all for your valuable support; it is this support that makes us strive to bring you the best magazine that we can, at the same great price as when we started. Please indulge us as we fondly look back on some of the highlights we have experienced over the years.

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The first factory visit we covered was to HSM in Wolfegg in southern Germany. HSM manufacture Harvesters, Forwarders and Skidders and are at the forefront of steep slope and remote operation technology. This was a brilliant visit as not only did I get to see the machines being manufatured but I got the opportunity to try out a HSM 208F Bigfoot forwarder for myself in a local forest.

We caught up with one of the colleagues I used to work with, Dave Wilson. Dave was operating the very first Ponsse Scorpion King to arrive in the UK, its serial number was 0003. This Scorpion has since been replaced with a newer model and Dave finds that the comfort and vision of this harvester is in a class of it’s own

Visiting forestry exhibitions is always exciting and one of the biggest in the world is Elmia Wood in Sweden. The weather at the show in 2017 was a bit wet but this didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits.

This was my first visit to Elmia and I couldn’t believe how big an area the show covered.

Ed Evans completely restored his 1969 Timberjack 360 and was extracting large Poplar trees that were in close proxcimity to electricity cables at a private estate in Yorkshire. Many of the logs were too large and heavy for a forwarder to handle.

One of my favorite off road vehicles is the German made Unimog. We visited AC Price a Unimog specialist from Lancashire and took a test drive in a completely refurbished U160 and oh boy did it live up to my expectations!

Abbey Timber hold an annual two day forestry, sawmilling and woodworking event at their sawmill nears Duns in the Scottish borders. Logosol UK showcase a wide range of chainsaw mills, planers, milling machines and bandsaws, while Fuelwood demonstrate equipment from Heizohack, Jappa, AMR and Lucas Mill.

Wood needs to moved off site regularly to keep contractors financially afloat. Kieron M Owen is the largest timber haulier in Wales and third largest in the UK. It was facinating seeing the different lorry configurations that he had, with some real classics thrown in.

Ian Howie foresty specialises in low ground pressure timber haulage for removing timber from harvesting sites to stacking areas near the main roads. This cuts down on damage caused to forest roads by articulated and wagon and drag lorries. This specially adapted Terragator was modified by Jim Watt at Caledonian Forestry Services.

The Egger chipboard plant at Hexam in Northumbria is one of the most technologically advanced production sites in Europe with over £250 million invested since 2006. Production is 200,000m³ / 6.6 million panels each year. If panels were laid end to end they would stretch from the UK to Australia. Half of all new houses in built in the UK will have Egger flooring.

I spent a day travelling with Paul Millar and his low loader to get an insight in to the work that’s involved for an owner driver moving machines from forest to forest.

Forestry equipment needs maintaining and repairing from time to time. I spent two days out in the field with Stuart Welch, a mobile engineer, to gain an insight into what his work schedule is like.

The 10WD HSM forwarder was quite something.

This was a part of the Forwarder 2020 EU funded joint venture project involving 14 partners from 6 different countries. The 10WD was developed for very soft sites with extra wide wheels and tyres and fitted with 1200mm wide Clark TXL Tracks.

I caught up with some of the lads from JST Services at Loch Gair in Argyll to take part in a First Aid course specifically designed for forestry. This course focuses more on the practical side and what can happen on site with realistic scenarios dealing with major trauma.

A trip down memory lane catching up with Andrew Wilson, a harvester operator, working for Cornharrow Estate near Moniaive. Andrew succesfully completed a forest machine operators course that I was instructing at the Barony College, Parkgate and is thoroughly enjoying life in the forest.

We arranged a sightseeing tour of Scotland for a group of visiting Finnish timber hauliers. We included trips to sawmills and other interesting forestry visits but this unusual low ground pressure timber transporter specially built by Adam Howie of Ian Howie Forestry was one of the highlights.

Aleksandra Bulczac drives one of the specialised German log trucks which are designed specifically for transporting pole length timber to sawmills in Northern Germany. These trucks are much better suited to the long timber as they have a three axle truck and a two or three axle self-steering trailer. The trailer can be carried on the back of the truck when empty and lifted off by the loader prior to loading.

Justin of Kingwell Holdings is the right guy to spend a couple of days with to find out about the mulching and bio-mass industry. This is an area of forestry I wasn’t familiar with but in his company I soon realised how important good vegetation management is to the next crop of trees.

Clark Engineering organised a trip to Vindeln in Northern Sweden to Visit Indexator, Cranab AB, Vimek and Rototilt. All these companies are based in the Allan Jonssons vag industrial estate in Vindeln. It was a really interesting visit with Richard Gordon, General Manager of Clark Engineering, explaining that the companies were all interlinked at one time.

Having the opportunity to try out equipment has to be one of my favorite parts of the job. It was great getting to have a go of the impressive little Alstor 840 forwarder in a deciduous woodland near Home Forestry LLP’s premises. The crane power and traction of this small, low impact forwarder is outstanding.

Andrew Peters is one of the partners of Pine Ridge Chippers from Alberta in Canada. The company harvest over 1million m³ of timber each year. I find it fascinating how logging is carried out in other countries and interesting to find out the constraints that they face.

Trialling equipment in real conditions is a big part of what we do. Our independant chainsaw operators gave us their honest feedback on the Spindle Felling Wedges from BaS-Ting in Germany. We were so impressed with the performance that we became the UK distributers for them.

Traditional logging is still alive and kicking. We met the team at Ecological logging in the lake district and saw Balero, one of their stallions, extracting timber on steep, slippery conditions. No other type of extraction equipment would have been able to work on this site as effectively as Balero.

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hilippe Parlant, a logger from Corrèze, has been involved in processing wood for biomass energy since 2010 and sets great store in continuing to power his business into the future. By opting for a chipper from Axsel the new name for Dutch Dragon - on a John Deere forwarder, all powered by Afco, he has come up with an original configuration to ensure a truly agile approach to production and logistics.

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increased demand for chipping from highways and environment departments. Will this start a viscous circle? Whether or not it does, more and more biomass heating plants are being brought online and are gradually gaining in importance in the French region. Philippe is in favour of this new form of energy for another reason. “It clears the logging sites beautifully, too,” he explains. No more coppices or waste wood left on the ground are plus points for the owner and the standard of work.

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about incorporating biomass wood into his business.

Production has currently hit around 14,500 tonnes per year, with a realistic long-term aim of 18,000 tonnes. He would have to invest in a forwarder and a harvester to move to the next level, a step which is definitely not on the cards at present.

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BIO-ENERGY the John Deere distributor for the west central region of France for his operating equipment for the past 26 years – starting with a Cernet, followed by a 1210 forwarder.

“At the time I was only doing logging”, Philippe recalls. As so often happens, faced with a lack of lumberjacks, he bought his first harvester in 1999, a few months before the great storm.

He moved into logging when prices for services collapsed in 2003-2004. Initially, competition in the region was very tough, but Philippe gradually found his niche with some very big buyers. He expanded his equipment fleet on a regular basis to meet customers’ demands and included chipping in 2012, once again assisted and advised by Afco.

His first Dutch Dragon chipper arrived mounted on a semitrailer. At the time, he thought this would be easier to move.

But, on his first roadside site this configuration proved to be unsuitable for access and loading. As the cost of transportation by trailers is very high and had proved unsatisfactory, he took the decision to mount the chipper on the same forwarder used to supply and feed it, an 810.

Philippe acknowledges that the solution was so satisfactory that “it remained in place for seven years”.

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moved from site to site with the companies own low loader.

Once there it can move from stack to stack under its own steam so the wood doesn’t have to be moved to a chipping and storage area.

SECOND-HAND FORWARDER AND NEW CHIPPER The previous chipper had a lifespan of 5,000 hours before it had to be replaced. “It was basic and effective”, said Gaëtan Garreloup, the driver for seven www.forestmachinemagazine.com

years. Dutch Dragon had been bought by Hencon, a company that markets chippers under the Axsel brand, but the fundamental requirements had not changed, so it was not a question of changing brands. In Philippe’s opinion “It is the same machine”, in both its concept and design. Afco therefore proposed a logical solution by mounting an Axsel chipper on a second-hand Series E forwarder, which immediately won over our loggers. Putting a bigger August 2021

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chipper on the 810 which carried its predecessor did not seem to be a good idea, either in terms of cranes or mobility.

However, the rotating cab is perfect for supervising chipper loading operations.

Even so, there was no question of mounting the chipper on a new forwarder, which would have been too expensive just for producing chips. What they needed was a high-quality second-hand forwarder. Fabien had one for sale for €110,000 for a John Deere 1110 E. “It was Page 60

the best compromise, with good mobility and clearance,” Gaëtan agreed. It can be used in the woods and on road verges alongside the trailer. As the chipper weighs around 14 tonnes, it requires a forwarder like the 1110 E to be both stable and powerful enough to move it.

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spews chips at full speed into the moving floor trailer firmly attached to its side. Although the road is extremely narrow, the two machines are able to travel in parallel without any difficulty. This is in part due to the slimline forwarder and the chipper being the same width. The 1110 E forwarder is halfway in the ditch, at the limit of the camber, but this does not worry Gaëtan, who processes loads one after the other. Most of the time, the material used to make chips is rotting sweet chestnut and leftover wood from sawing and site clearance. The driver can gather wood from underneath the machine and manoeuvre it easily to the chipper He makes good use of the crane’s length thanks to rakes which protect the hoses. The chipper is voracious. As soon as the grab brings a pile of wood, it is seized and not a single log escapes the compression roller, even when presented sideways. “When it bites, it doesn’t let go,” the operator explains. There is very little dust outside the chipper or in the final shavings, just 3% on average, although the lack of a screening grid means there may be a few more end pieces. It is up to the driver to feed these into the chipper regularly.

In go sweet chestnut mixed with walnut, with quite large crowns, but they are processed easily in the AX10075. The 760 bhp Volvo engine roars. The crane provides increased height and makes it possible to take bigger trees, even whole crowns, without strain. “It is incredibly comfortable to drive,” smiles Gaëtan. “It is a real chipper cab,” he adds. It is true that August 2021

the cab provides a really comfortable workplace, both in terms of insulation, seating and visibility. The machine is also very stable, which assists the speed at which the crane can be operated. The levelling feature isn’t just another gimmick either; it is a system that is used regularly to keep the driver’s seat level while the chipper is being filled. It is very easy to see the feed belt up to the first roller from the forwarder seat.

It is now much closer and higher than on the 810, the perfect position for effective, fast loading. Positioning of the lights has also improved, with two side lights and one on the chute with the camera, as well as the cab’s own lights.

The forwarder advances as its chips; it adjusts to the wagon fill level. The lorry no longer needs to move and the forwarder performs this manoeuvre automatically. The only minor downside is that when it can only discharge backwards, the Axsel does not completely reach the other end of the trailer wagon. According to Gaëtan, this is a typical site – the lorry has to leave the way it came in, without moving off the side of the tarmacked road. But this is not a problem for him; he can go almost anywhere he wants. The same applies to the chips, which can more or less be produced on demand, from a grain size of 30 for just 40 per week supplied, up to G100, but G45 is the size most commonly requested. The chips are calibrated simply by adjusting the feed speed.

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occur on average every 30-45 minutes. The average time is maintained – around 40 minutes to load this trailer.

MORE EFFICIENT AND ECONOMIC The Axsel chipper can be unloaded by two people in an hour and can be put on four stands. There is only one cable bundle to be disconnected.

The subframe specific to the forwarder has a very simple design and the keyed hooks are designed specifically for John Deere machinery. Afco was able to adapt these to match its customer’s needs, based on advice from the manufacturer, who remained highly involved throughout. It is the first of its type to be supplied to Europe, which is not surprising.

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driven by a tensioned hydraulic belt at a rotation speed of 1,000 rpm. The counterrotating blades, two fixed and one moving, make it possible to adjust initial chipping operations. The AX10075’s main strength is the pressure exerted by its upper roller, which has an in feed force of about six tonnes. The feed rollers and the compression roller have offset spikes to centre the material in the middle of the belt. The three lower rollers are the most useful, the fourth only coming into play when there are long lengths of wood.

The belt itself has got longer over time, which is also good, as it means that in future the driver will be able to chain up the grabs more quickly. At the same time, the directional chute is also longer at the end after the articulation point. The Page 61

BIO-ENERGY chute’s wearing parts are made from stainless steel.

At present, its fuel consumption averages 41.4 l/hour, with production fluctuating between 180 and 200 m³/hour. This is real progress compared with the previous model, which was undoubtedly smaller, at 60 x 60, but which still used around 33 litres in return for 90 m³ in 45 minutes. This is a huge improvement in time and consumption. The 730-litre tank means that the chipper can work for a full day without stopping. Although the chipper’s power has doubled, its increased yield makes it worthwhile. There have also been a number of other

advances, such as evacuation of the fines from the chute by injecting air into the mill’s bearings, or mill deflectors. The Hardox 400 partitions are also now thicker and airtight, which means that dust can no longer reach the belts. The movable ramp increases safety when accessing areas towards the top of the machine, and changing the blades is also safer. This is significant progress, since the set of three blades only lasts around 10 hours.

The Axsel chipper is clearly particularly well suited to mounting on a forwarder.

Around 20 years ago, Scandinavian practice and

the lack of French experience in biomass wood harvesting tended to suggest that biomass wood pioneers should mount chippers on forwarders. However, this led to inconclusive results at the time, with the various disadvantages of chippers and forwarders working against one another.

The market swung towards lorries and self-propelling chippers instead. It seems, however that the time is now ripe for forwarders, with the Axsel chipper, to take the lead in the biomass wood scene once again. www.axsel.com First published in the Journal Mécanisation Forestière

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ames Jones & Sons Ltd, one of the UK’s leading pallet and packaging businesses and owner of Billington (International) Ltd has announced the acquisition of UK Pallet Collars Ltd. Peter McKenzie, Managing Director of James Jones & Sons Pallet and Packaging Division, said “We are very pleased to have completed this acquisition and are delighted that the existing management team will stay within the business to

Collars will become part of the James Jones & Sons Group, which is also a family company and has obvious synergies with our own and will allow long term strategic growth” said Karen Rick.

ensure a seamless transition and provide continuity to long term and valued customer relationships. Karen Rick, Managing Director of UK Pallet Collars, brings a wealth of experience in this market and will be an asset to the wider team and day to day operations of the business. The acquisition will also mean we can offer customers a broader spectrum of products and services from a wider geographical base”.

The Pallet and Packaging Division has 16 sites located across the UK and manufactures pallets and packaging as well as inspection and repair sites for each of the major pallet pools in the UK. www.jamesjones.co.uk

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he sawmilling industry’s trend continues to rise despite the strained economic situation in many other industries. One of Germany’s largest wood processing companies, GELO Holzwerke, therefore decided last year to make a far-reaching investment in a new smalldiameter wood sawmill. A SENNEBOGEN 835 E electric material handler now takes care of log handling at the state-ofthe-art mill.

Accompanied by the sales and service partner IBS Industrieund Baumaschinen Service GmbH, an electrically driven SENNEBOGEN 835 E in a unique rail gantry design with a track width of 32 m and a travel distance of 112 m now fits into the processes of the new plant.

When unloading the incoming trucks and feeding the saw, the pick & carry machine 730 E with all-wheel drive and 168 kW exhaust stage V engine is also used.

At the end of 2020, the 70,000 m² plant in the Wunsiedel Energy Park went into operation, punctually after 11 months of construction.

Together with a partner, the successful traditional company invested almost 40 million euros in the new site, at which 1400 solid cubic meters per day will be processed in two-shift operation in the future.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY TIMBER HANDLING BY ELIMINATING EXHAUST EMISSIONS In many respects, the company is committed to the major goal of sustainable management: the processing of the renewable raw material wood, regional value creation through the neighboring, densely wooded Fichtelgebirge, and low-emission

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systems and machines that allow the large demand on the market to be well served. The decision in favor of an electric machine was therefore a further step for the managing director Wolf-Christian Küspert towards building a sustainable business.

A SENNEBOGEN material handler with a 200 kW electric motor is used to transfer the logs from the sorting boxes to the stackers and to feed the saw, which enables environmentally friendly timber handling by eliminating exhaust emissions.

Another advantage of electric operation is obvious, because compared to diesel machines, enormous savings in operating and service costs can be achieved through longer service intervals.

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New construction of a small-diameter wood sawmill by GELO Timber: SENNEBOGEN 835 E supports log shifting

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emission savings, flexibility also played a major role in the purchase decision. The gantry design in particular gives the operator maximum degrees of freedom: the machine can be rotated through 360 degrees and at the same time genforward, reverse and sideways movements are possible thanks to an integrated trolley, which means that the gantry covers a generous working area. Thanks to the 8.9 m long and curved compact boom of the “Banana” type and a loading stick with a length of 7.9 m, the 835 E electric material handler achieves a reach of 15 m. Attached is a SENNEBOGEN 2 m² hydraulic timber grab, which allows the manipulation of logs up to 6 m in length.

LARGE CAPACITY CAB PROVIDES EXCELLENT VIEW Excellent all-round view is provided by the SENNEBOGEN Mastercab industrial cab, which impresses drivers with various features such as a large-area floor window and an air-suspended comfort driver’s seat with seat heating. Manuel Wildgans, one of four machine operators, is apparently satisfied with his new workplace and is particularly enthusiastic about the ease of operation of the electric material handler: “The SENNEBOGEN 835 E is the first machine of this size that I have been able to operate. In the meantime, all of us drivers have become accustomed to it and are pleased with the simple control using the joysticks. At a height of over 10 m, we can now enjoy the best view over the entire site every day.” www.sennebogen.com Page 65

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MOSAIC ANNOUNCES TRIAL OF WORLD’S FIRST ELECTRIC LOG TRUCKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ECOWEST DRIVEN

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osaic Forest Management is announcing its partnership with local Vancouver Island service provider, EcoWest Driven, to introduce several Tesla semitrucks into log hauling. There are currently no commercially available electric log truck solutions appropriate for the terrain on Vancouver Island.

The BC forest sector has a significant role to play in addressing climate change. The working forest captures carbon as it grows, and wood products keep that carbon locked-up for decades. New trees are planted and the renewable cycle repeats. However, forestry

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operations generate tailpipe emissions, including from log trucks. Electrifying the fleet is a particularly good approach in British Columbia where over 90% of power in the Province is generated from clean hydroelectric sources.

“We are committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 and electrifying our log hauling fleet is a significant step in that direction” said Jeff Zweig, President and CEO of Mosaic Forest Management. “BC is a global centre of excellence in forestry, and we are proud to work with our local partner, EcoWest Driven, on this important project”. www.forestmachinemagazine.com

“With our in-depth experience and knowledge of the forestry industry on Vancouver Island, we are excited to partner with Mosaic to utilize Tesla’s innovative electric semis into log haulers,” said Timber Johnson, Director and CoFounder of EcoWest Driven.

“We have begun the process of creating charging infrastructure and a new electric vehicle maintenance facility in Parksville, BC to accommodate this new demand for emissionfree heavy haulers,” added Jarvis Shaver, Director and CoFounder of EcoWest Driven.

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ABOUT MOSAIC FOREST MANAGEMENT CORP. Mosaic Forest Management is the timberlands manager for TimberWest and Island Timberlands – two affiliated companies that have operated on Vancouver Island for over a century, delivering sustainable forest management within their private forest lands and Crown tenure areas. Mosaic employs several thousand people directly and indirectly striving to achieve the positive economic, social and sustainability outcomes from the working forest.

For more information, visit mosaicforests.com.

ABOUT ECOWEST DRIVEN EcoWest is a recently incorporated company formed specifically to introduce electric semi-trucks to the transportation industry.

EcoWest’s goal is to be the catalyst to utilizing hauling fleets, in a variety of industries, from fossil-fueled trucks to electric trucks and in doing so provide a service to our clients that is both efficient and cost competitive. Converting to electric semi-trucks will also significantly reduce, or eliminate, the carbon footprint for the hauling component of the client’s businesses. www.tesla.com/en_CA/semi Page 68

ROADSHOW THROUGH SWEDEN

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he cancellation of trade fairs throughout Europe gave three HINZ employees the idea of organizing a roadshow across Sweden. “If drivers can’t come to us, then we’ll come to them,” explains Anders Westling, Business Manager EPSILON. Anders Westling, Jan Viklund and Ulrich Larsson have already been on the road for three weeks in the south of Sweden with the roadshow truck and PALFINGER EPSILON M12L97, including the EBSCAB CAE electric cab and a trade fair trailer. The trailer was equipped with a widescreen television, a kitchen, a refrigerator and a fold-out table.

Their first destination was the logistics company Ohlséns Logistik AB in Björklinge. The managing director invited all his employees to take a look at the roadshow truck. “There was a lot of interest, and we had some very good discussions,” reports Jan Viklund, Technical Support at HINZ. After more than 15 stops and

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over 3,000 km, the trio look back on the last few weeks with great satisfaction. The Swedish Forestry Crane team agrees that this is a very efficient way to stay in touch with customers.

During the conversation, you learn a lot about the job as a crane driver, not only about the crane itself but also about the daily routine and the constant time pressure that the drivers are under. “And that is exactly what we have to focus on in order to make every day work even easier using innovative crane solutions from PALFINGER EPSILON,” says Ulrich Larsson.

After a short summer break, the roadshow will head to the north of Sweden for another five weeks.

This is not the first time that this trio have toured Sweden with their roadshow. They spent two weeks of September 2019 touring southern Sweden and took in almost 500 kilometres with six stops calling at saw mills, paper mills and timber terminals. An unusual approach but one that has proven highly effective. www.palfingerepsilon.com August 2021

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Retirement is not the end of the road but the beginning of the open highway

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tarting the magazine has afforded me the privilege of meeting and getting to know many people who are instrumental in keeping the wheels of forestry turning. My dealings with some of these individuals have progressed

from a working relationship into a good friendship and James V Stronach, product manager of Palfinger UK, falls into this category.

When James told me he would be retiring in the summer I

was saddened by the news as I thoroughly look forward to the times when we meet up professionally and socially.

James has spent his entire career – almost 50 years – with what has technically been the same company. He started out

working for James Jones and Sons’ engineering division (JJ), which was renamed Outreach in 1989 after the engineering division was subject to a management buyout. Today it is known as Palfinger UK after Outreach was acquired by the TH White Group in 2018.

course he was offered the position as an apprentice draftsman in the design office at JJ. However, he had already gained some experience of the company as his school holidays were spent earning pocket money at their sawmill in Larbert.

EARLY YEARS AT JAMES JONES James revealed a flair for engineering from a young age and after finishing school he went on to study engineering and design. After completing his

James worked under the talented chief engineer Bill Baillie and was soon drawing designs for their Highlander skidders and forwarders. Bill was a hands on person and it

wasn’t long before James was in the workshop putting together some of his own designs. James recalls one scary incident in particular that he can look back on and laugh about now: “One morning, after a long day of welding in the workshop, I woke up in a blind panic so to speak as I couldn’t see a thing.

During the day my sight slowly returned and I realised I had suffered from welding flash as a result of not using my mask properly; luckily there was no

HAULAGE long-term damage but it was terrifying at the time.”

Airlie Bruce Jones (the males in the James Jones family proudly use the name Bruce as they are descendants of Robert the Bruce) was the managing director of the engineering division and they had an 80% share of the engineering market in UK forestry. Many machines that James worked on were exported all over the world.

Under a new business known as Igland-Jones, Airlie had concluded a deal with Igland products, Norway, to sell their products throughout the English speaking world.

“This was an exciting time in forestry for a young engineer as forestry was going through an amazing transition with technology. County’s and Unimogs were being converted into effective forestry skidders, County forwarders and Alp skylines were being developed, and hydraulically operated loading cranes were making a big impact in timber haulage.”

James was involved with many of these projects; JJ built County skidders and forwarder conversions (better known as Highlanders) from the ground up and even the Duncan safety cabins were manufactured in-house under license. Bill was clearly a fantastic tutor, providing James with the opportunity to not only design and build the equipment but also to go out and field test it.

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Highland skidders under construction at Larbet.

enormous feeling of pride. The engineering division was at full manufacturing capacity with new orders for equipment arriving every day.”

JJ held an impressive portfolio of dealerships which included Cranab, Fiskars, Jonsered, Loglift cranes, Gremo forwarders and harvesters, Farmi trailers and cranes, Igland and Plumett industrial winches (used by the electricity board), the Makeri skid steer mini harvester, and Unimog and Pinzgauer all-terrain vehicles. James remembers spending almost nine months travelling throughout the UK demonstrating and marketing the Makeri mini skid steer harvester; The time spent out in the field and interacting with potential customers was a fantastic experience for a young design engineer.

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fitted with trailer or tractor mounted cranes. The Cranab cranes were ideal for both due to the short kingpost height and the self-contained Alp skylines.

During this time many one-off special builds were produced, including: •

A Cranab crane adapted for use with a hydraulic power chisel for a firm of Edinburgh steeplejacks to dismantle chimneys in built-up areas

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A 20-ton telegraph pole trailer with a hydraulic crane log-lift and hydraulic stabiliser legs towed by a specially adapted Ford tractor with a domed cab to provide a better view while loading the trailer

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A small hydraulic static crane designed for handling red-hot castings on the automatic moulding lines at Jones & Campbell Foundry at Larbert August 2021

Above Left: Highland Bear loading crane on an ERF Lorry.

Above Right: James Jones Alp Skyline.

Right: Unimog at the off-road testing track at Knockhill.

Bottom right: PALFINGER EPSILON crane installed on the log line.

New overseas markets were opening up and equipment was being shipped to Australia, Bhutan, Canada, Cyprus, France, Guatemala, Israel, Portugal, Malawi, South Africa and Thailand.

This involved training operatives either overseas at their place of work or back at Larbert.

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Above: Bucher 4x4 multicar converted for crop spraying.

Left: Glenlight Shipping moving timber from the islands to the Scottish mainland.

large load that Police escorts were required throughout the journey. James laughs as he remembers that no one ever saw the crew sober during the entire installation process! coast of Turkey training mechanics employed by the Turkish forestry service on how to extract timber using Unimog and MB Trac vehicles fitted with winches.

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of specialised cranes for Glenlight Shipping from the Isle of Man. This design was unique as the centrally mounted crane had a hydraulic drive system which permitted it to traverse a gantry the full length of the ship in order to load/unload the boat itself. They were installed at Greenock and it was such a www.forestmachinemagazine.com

James’s role within the company changed as he moved into sales, an astute move by JJ as who better to sell equipment than someone who understands its limitations and capabilities and can advise customers on the correct choice for their needs.

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attended night school to learn the Lotus 123 programmes.

It wasn’t long before other companies started competing with JJ. Combined with manufacturers starting to market and sell their equipment themselves, this had a big impact on the profitability of the engineering division. It had become clear during the mid-1980s that its best days were over. Sales had been declining for several years and in December 1984, after four years of losses, the board gave the division two years to return to profit. This did not happen, a substantial loss in 1986 and a disagreement over future plans for the business led to the resignation of Airlie BruceJones as joint managing director, leaving Tom Bruce-Jones as sole managing director. Airlie did, however, continue as a non-executive director of the company.

The restructured business had little connection with the rest of the company’s sawmilling operations and a management buy-out was arranged. This led to the sale of the business to Wilson Paton and his colleagues in 1990 under the new name Outreach. They continued to run the business at Larbert until relocating to new premises in Falkirk ten years later. Outreach was completely restructured with the forestry and off-road side of the business being discarded in favour of truck, van and specialist mounted platforms and booms, timber and recycling cranes, and marine and offshore cranes.

James receiving an award at Alucar’s 30th anniversary party.

L-R: James V Stronach, John Scott, Ian Logue, Gordon Clarkson, JST & Virpi Hattula, Alucar

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An opportunity arose to become the UK sales and service engineers for Austrian crane manufacturer PALFINGER EPSILON and the then little known Finnish company, Alucar, who were making inroads developing and manufacturing light but very strong Aluminium solutions for transporting timber. James has been Alucar’s longest serving and best salesman for over 35 years. “I have always been treated like a member of the Alucar family.

Our cooperation worked well right from the start, but over the years we have learned to understand each other even

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better” said James.

Anssi Alasaari, Managing Director of Alucar said “It has been our pleasure and honor to work with James over the years.

He will be missed in our sales team, product development and production.“ “We share 100% the same values as James, his personal way with customers is excellent and his positive attitude and clear communication skills make him a pleasure to work along with.”

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HAULAGE representative longer than anyone else” continues Anssi, he was nominated as a re-seller of the year in Alucar’s 30th anniversary,” Alucar’s 30th anniversary celebrations attracted over 600 people to what is believed to have been an unforgettable party.

PALFINGER EPSILON This was to be an arduous two years for James as, having sold Loglift-Jonsered cranes for 23 years, he had to persuade existing customers to consider the new Palfinger Epsilon loaders being offered. A family owned company with roots going back to 1932, Palfinger offers an innovative, reliable, and cost effective lifting solution for commercial vehicles, ships and stationary equipment.

James’s diligent attitude and understanding of the products finally paid off and Palfinger timber loader cranes started making an impact.

“James would take on the issues and challenges of the clients and develop “win win” solutions, whilst not losing site of core goals” said Ian Velentine, Sales Diretcor at TH White.

“He has a wealth of knowledge enabling him to deliver customer satisfaction to stakeholders at all levels, he never shirked or dodged the challenges, but was always willing to meet them head on, to resolve and deliver mutual benefits for all involved.”

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parchment, paper and cave drawings our best guess is over over 2,500 cranes and with Epsilon confirming he is the best performing Salesman in the world recently, he will for sure be missed personally and professionally by many across the industry!”

Lorenz Santner, Area Sales Manager at Palfinger Epsilon added “Today we are pleased to honour one of our dearest friends in the EPSILON family and to say thank you to one of the greatest colleagues in our business before he leaves for his well-deserved retirement.

“James, It is hard to believe that you are now retiring. From the bottom of our hearts, the company EPSILON wants to say thank you! Thank you for putting so much passion into our business and for becoming such a close friend.

“With your comprehensive market knowledge, your professional product development inputs and your outstanding drive you have created the basis for our common success in the UK timber industry. To be frank, your passion is a role model for our whole company and motivates us constantly to stay in motion.

“In addition to your professional way of working, we are honoured being allowed to call you one of our closest friends.

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EPSILON company.

“The whole EPSILON team wish you for the upcoming time only the best. We hope that you stay healthy and that you can enjoy the time with your family and all your friends. THANK YOU! Lorenz & the whole EPSILON Team.

“Finally, please enjoy the moment when you see an EPSILON crane on the street also in your retirement. It should always remind you of your lifetime achievement.”

CEO Of PALFINGER EPSILON, Stefan Oberleitner, remembers very well the first time he met James, “From the moment I first met James I have been so impressed by his dedication to his job in selling Epsilon cranes.

Truly I can say that James was and is a role model to me in how to be passionate about a job. Beside that, James has a great character, fantastic sense of humour and will forever be a member of the Epsilon family! Enjoy your well deserved retirement, my dear friend!”

Customers included JST, Fergusons Transport and AJ Scott of Wooperton, while static cranes were on their way to BSW at Carlisle, Dalmally, and Newbridge on Wye and Ransford Timber in Wales.

James admits that he favours working within the timber haulage industry. He has established close relationships with the companies that he represents and many of his customers are now friends.

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contemplate 49 years in any industry, never mind retain the enthusiasm he has,” said Ian Valentine. “When you speak to James however it is evident in every pore of his being!

He has built up many great business relationships, most of whom have gone on to become personal friends. This I believe is not only testimony to his passion for his customer base but also shows his love of the job goes beyond the sale, demonstrating the care he has for his customers and they in turn for him. He is trustworthy, innovative and good company too, so in short, he has been great to work with and get to know personally of these past years. His work ethic, customer care and all-round passion for the Timber Industry is simply beyond compare!”

James does miss the off-road division of the company as one of his great passions is motorsport; they used to have their own test track at Knockhill race circuit, for putting vehicles

through their paces and James loved spending time there.

I first met James when he was working for Outreach and was blown away by his knowledge; although he was now the product manager, he remained the point of contact for many customers. I soon realised after chatting to James that you do not simply bolt the crane on, fit a hydraulic pump, connect the hoses and head off to the forest.

Calculations for stress have to be made with figures imputed into the drawings so that the engineers can reinforce existing and build new structures that are sufficiently strong and durable.

GREATEST ACHIEVEMENTS I asked James about some of his greatest achievements and there were a few that particularly stood out. One was persuading John Scott of JST Services (Scotland) Ltd in Ayr to use Epsilon loaders. John has become a close friend over

the last 28 years, purchasing hundreds of cranes during this time.

“I’ve known James now for over 30 years” said John, “in all of that time he has been the salesman for Outreach and before that James Jones. James is a commodity that is very much in short supply these days, he’s a salesman that cares about his company, he cares about the customer, he cares about everybody getting a fair deal and most importantly care’s about getting the details of the equipment correct, nowadays people selling things mostly only care about getting the deal and worrying about problems later, that’s definitely not the James Stronach way.

Over the years we have been on many reconnaissance missions to various countries trying to bottom out the fine details of a specialist piece of kit we were buying, James was always a great advocate of going and

James and the EPSILON team at Interforst 2018 August 2021

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HAULAGE seeing what we are getting so the end product is the right thing, on many occasions these trips involved a bit of socialising in the evening with the company we were visiting, I won’t go into too much detail about that, but it mostly involved beer and food and on occasions didn’t end that well.

“James has over the years been very dedicated to us at JST Services, I remember on one occasion we had a breakdown at 9.00 o’clock at night with our first independent loader, which was needed to go and load a ship the next day, once we identified what was wrong James went into Outreach stores and got the part and personally drove down to Ayr so we could get the loader up and running again, he even stayed till after midnight to see it working, that says it all.

“When running a business it is as important to have the support of suppliers as well as customers so that when you have a problem you get the support, that is something that James Stronach is all about, from all at JST we wish James all the best in his retirement.”

James remembers one amusing anecdote that revolved around Rallying as both John and James are keen motorsport followers. James once attended a presentation at Loglift and Alucar where he was introduced to one of his heroes, the Finnish rally driver Ari Vatenin. Naturally, James went on to spend a large part of the evening chatting to Ari. Jump forward to another Alucar event, this time John was there Page 78

as a guest of James’s. As they were stood chatting a booming voice shouted, “Hey James, how are you?”. It was Ari, who was also a hero of John’s. Johns mouth almost hit the floor in astonishment and envy that James was on such close terms with Ari. Other highlights include being honoured at surprise events by Alucar in Finland and Epsilon in Austria for his hard work and contributions during his career: “It was very humbling as they made me feel like part of the family and it’s a wonderful feeling to know that they have appreciated everything I have done.”

basis as a consultant to help him to settle in and introduce him to customers. Afterwards I want to spend more time being involved in motorsport; I am Clerk of the Course at the Doune Hillclimb and all major Scottish Hillclimb and Sprint Championship events and I will have the time to pursue my other hobbies of building model rally cars (I have five on the go just now) and painting landscapes. I will also get more time to spend with the grandchildren and potter about in the garden, so although it will be a huge wrench to leave Palfinger UK I am looking forward to pursuing my other interests.”

James is currently employed by Palfinger UK, which is part of the TH White Group following their takeover of Outreach in 2018. He is delighted with the way that Palfinger UK is moving forward under their guidance.

Looking back, would he change anything?

“No, I have looked forward to coming into work almost every day. No two days are the same and it is a great atmosphere with a real camaraderie between everyone that works here. Of course there were a few times when I felt that I could have walked away, but I am so thankful that I never did. I would probably never have met my wife Jackie if I had as she was Outreach’s company secretary and finance manager.”

James will be sorely missed by both colleagues and customers once he finally steps back, but I am still looking forward to popping over for a cup of coffee and a chat about the good old days of forestry.

I asked James what the future holds: “We have Dave Wadby taking over my position so after August I will continue on a temporary

On a final note from Ian Valentine, “I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of all at Palfinger UK to wish you James a very happy and long retirement!”

Having known James personally for a number of years I can attest that he is one of the nicest and most genuine people you will ever meet. Reading the personal tributes has been incredibly moving. James is held in the highest esteem by both colleagues and customers and has had such an impact that many consider James as part of their family. I don’t know of anyone that has made such an impact on people.

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THE ACTROS L: MERCEDESBENZ TRUCKS SETS NEW STANDARDS IN THE PREMIUM SEGMENT FOR LONGDISTANCE HAULAGE

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he Actros L – the largest and most luxurious production model in the series – offers a host of features and equipment details for relaxed driving, comfortable living and efficient working Whether in terms of efficiency, safety or comfort, the Mercedes-Benz Actros has been setting a high standard for trucks in the long-distance haulage and heavy-duty distribution haulage sectors since 1996. The latest Actros generation, from 2018 onward, has continually set new milestones with a multitude of innovations in the fields of digitalisation, networking and safety. Innovations such as the Multimedia Cockpit, MirrorCam, partially automated driving functions and enhanced safety systems ensure that the Actros admirably fulfils the increasing demands of the road haulage Page 80

sector while sustainably supporting the driver in completing his or her tasks.

Following on from the launch in 2021 of the limited edition Actros Edition 2, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is now introducing the Actros L, the largest and most luxurious of this successful model series. The heavy-duty truck with conventional diesel powertrain can be ordered Europe-wide from 1 July 2021 and goes into production in November 2021.

“When developing the Actros L we placed particular focus on driver comfort, safety, connectivity and Total Cost of Ownership to create further benefits in these aspects for our customers and their drivers,” says Andreas von Wallfeld, Head of Marketing, Sales and Services at Mercedes-Benz Trucks.

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knowledge of what they want from a premium truck for both their company and their drivers. “It’s precisely these requirements that we have addressed with the Actros L,” von Wallfeld emphasises.

EXCEPTIONAL SPACIOUSNESS AND HIGH-QUALITY EQUIPMENT FOR ENHANCED DRIVER COMFORT It begins with the driver’s cab, which on the StreamSpace, BigSpace and GigaSpace variants is 2.5 metres wide and makes for an exceptionally spacious interior. The lack of engine tunnel means that the cab has a flat floor, creating a really comfortable ambience.

Enhanced cab noise insulation has resulted in a quieter environment for the driver, assisting with relaxation, particularly at break times.

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lowered by 40 mm for more relaxed driving and a comfortable view of the road. On a related note, the optionally available, newly designed LED main headlamps have a higher light intensity than xenon headlamps and provide excellent illumination of the road – a huge plus when it comes to safety, especially when it’s dark. And there’s a cost-effectiveness benefit too: compared to conventional bulbs, LED headlamps are more energy efficient and have a longer service life.

Aiming to enhance driver comfort and convenience are various equipment details, including stylish seat covers, new door trim, a comfortable mattress with 45 mm thick topper and a pleasantly tactile cab rear panel in the bed area. The sense of well-being can be further boosted with the numerous Interior Line accessories from MercedesBenz Trucks. Von Wallfeld is firmly convinced: “For transport companies, the Actros L is a really strong asset, especially in light of the acute shortage of drivers.”

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EXCELLENT SAFETY FEATURES With the Actros L too, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is systematically pursuing its goal of helping to make road traffic as safe as possible by utilising active safety assistance systems, and in doing so is taking another step closer to realising its vision of accident-free driving.

This is evidenced not only by Lane Keeping Assist, Proximity Control Assist and MirrorCam, which replaces the main and wide-angle mirrors, but also by a host of other safety features.

Another equipment option for the Actros L is the second generation Active Drive Assist (ADA 2), which is available for 4x2 and 6x2 tractor units with tag axles, but not – currently – those with mid-lifts. Under certain preconditions the system actively assists the driver with longitudinal and lateral guidance of the truck and can automatically maintain the distance to the vehicle ahead, accelerate and also steer if the necessary system conditions such as sufficient curve radius or clearly visible road markings are met. In addition, ADA 2 includes the Emergency Stop Assist subwww.forestmachinemagazine.com

function which is able to initiate an emergency stop if, despite visual and audible warnings, the driver is no longer controlling the steering wheel. If the truck comes to a standstill, the system can automatically engage the new electronic parking brake. In addition, the doors are unlocked so that paramedics and other first responders can directly reach the driver in case of a medical emergency.

The Actros L is also equipped as standard with Active Brake Assist 5 (ABA 5), which features a pedestrian recognition function. This system can help to avoid accidents where, due to the driver being distracted, the following distance being too short, or an inappropriate speed, the truck is at risk of colliding with a vehicle ahead or a stationary vehicle, or there is a risk of a frontal collision with a pedestrian. ABA 5 works using a combined radar and camera system. If the system detects the risk of an accident with a vehicle driving in front, a stationary obstacle or a person (crossing the vehicle’s path, coming towards the vehicle, walking in the same lane as Page 81

HAULAGE the vehicle or suddenly coming to a stop in fright), the system initially emits a visual and audible warning to the driver.

If the driver fails to respond appropriately, the system can then initiate partial braking in a second stage. If the threat of a collision continues, ABA 5 can perform automated maximum full-stop braking – at vehicle speeds of up to 50 km/h when responding to moving persons.

In addition, the Actros L is equipped with Sideguard Assist, which supports the driver when making left turns and changing lanes in busy environments where visibility may be restricted. Within the system limits, it is designed to reduce the possibility of accidents involving vulnerable road users.

Two short-range radar sensors mounted on the passenger side of the vehicle monitor up to a lane’s width, and deliver optical and acoustic warnings which alert the driver to the presence of cyclists, pedestrians or other vehicles.

With all assistance systems, Mercedes-Benz Trucks aims to support the driver as much as possible within the system limits. However, as the law prescribes, the driver remains fully responsible for driving the vehicle safely at all times.

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the topography, the course of a road and traffic signs in certain situations. This means that unnecessary braking, accelerating and gear shifting can be avoided. With the help of PPC, the latest Actros generation consumes up to 3% less diesel on expressways and motorways than vehicles not equipped with the system, while on rural roads it can even be as much as 5% less. On the subject of fuel efficiency, the new Eco-Support display in the Multimedia Cockpit, Interactive helps the driver to adopt a driving style that’s as economical as possible.

The driver is shown the activities and functions of assistance systems such as ABA 5, ADA 2 or PPC in the standard userfriendly Multimedia Cockpit, with its two colour displays forming the centrepiece of the Human-Machine Interface (HMI). In the Actros L, this also includes as an optional feature displays for the total weight of the towing vehicle and trailer and for the front axle load, even for tractor units with only partial air suspension. This helps the driver to keep an eye on the weight and prevent overloading.

MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCK APP PORTAL FEATURES A HOST OF TRIED-AND-TESTED AND NEW APPLICATIONS OFFERING IMMENSE ADDED VALUE If you decide to purchase the Multimedia Cockpit, Interactive as an upgrade to the standard version, you also receive access to the Mercedes-Benz Truck App Portal. This enables haulage companies to harness the new opportunities of connectivity and equip their vehicles with www.forestmachinemagazine.com

efficiency- and comfortenhancing apps such as telematics services from Fleetboard. The individuallycombinable services enable the intelligent networking of drivers, fleets and trucks.

All of them help to optimise consumption, reduce wear and increase vehicle utilisation.

The Fleetboard Performance Analysis app, for example, enables driving behaviour to be evaluated and optimised, Fleetboard Time Management provides a detailed insight into driving hours and break times, while Fleetboard Mapping displays the status and position of vehicles. And with Fleetboard Driver Card and Mass Memory Download, it is possible to read, transmit and save all relevant data remotely.

Also new to the Mercedes-Benz Truck App Portal is ContiConnect – an innovative tyre pressure monitoring system solution developed in cooperation with Continental, allowing the operator to wirelessly connect their trailer to the truck, vastly improving safety and the ability of the driver to monitor trailer tyre pressures and temperatures. Further applications, offering benefit to the driver and operator, are in development with releases scheduled this year.

Mercedes-Benz Uptime is a digital protective safety shield also for the Actros L The Truck Data Centre is the centrepiece of Fleetboard and serves as the basis for other vehicle connectivity solutions.

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steering devices in the truck and analyses these for a range of applications. The Truck Data Center not only forms the basis for Fleetboard’s numerous services, but also for MercedesBenz Uptime, the service for consistent increases in vehicle availability.

Mercedes-Benz Uptime combines intelligent vehicle networking with intensive customer support, providing Mercedes-Benz truck operators with an innovative service product. The objective is to assist customers to fulfil their transport orders reliably by ensuring that the trucks spend as much time out on the road as possible. Workshop appointments need to be kept to a minimum and planned more efficiently. To reduce breakdowns, any repairs needed are identified as early as possible and customers are given assistance with arranging the necessary work at short notice – at all times with due consideration of their operational planning requirements. The results: better planning of workshop visits, greater vehicle availability and increased road safety.

Individually configurable service packages as well as tailor-made leasing and financing solutions complete the range of services for the Actros L and ensure greater planning security in these areas.

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TAMTRON CONTINUES TO GROW INTERNATIONALLY

BY ACQUIRING THE NORWEGIAN COMPANY SCALEIT AS

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amtron is expanding its operations in the Nordic countries by acquiring the Norwegian company ScaleIT, which specializes in the distribution, installation, calibration, and maintenance services of weighing solutions.

Founded in 1971, the Norwegian company ScaleIT AS is the only player in the Norwegian market offering comprehensive weighing solutions for earthmoving and construction, transportation and logistics, waste treatment and recycling, and the process industry. The company’s offering includes not only a wide range of scales but also installation, calibration and maintenance services related to weighing, as well as technical support. Scaleit AS’s annual turnover in 2019 was 78 MNok. TOGETHER, SCALEIT AND TAMTRON ARE MORE “The acquisition supports our growth strategy, strengthening our position as an international weighing expert and a competent partner for our customers. ScaleIT is a major player in its local market and although we have worked together in the past, with this acquisition we will be able to further share know-how and best practices to better serve our customers. With the

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acquisition, we become the largest player in the Nordic countries in our field, says Mikko Keskinen, CEO of Tamtron. ”ScaleIT is a great addition to Tamtron and I warmly welcome ScaleIT staff and partners as part of the Tamtron family.

Expansion to Norway with ScaleIT’s service-oriented operating model creates new growth opportunities for Tamtron”, Keskinen continues.

50 YEARS Celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, Tamtron has over the years grown into a major player in providing advanced industrial weighing solutions. Following the acquisition, Tamtron has operations in Finland and additional 6 countries as well as wide dealer network worldwide.

Tamtron employs approximately 200 professionals in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland. Tamtron’s offering includes integrated weighing solutions for ports, forestry, mining and construction, waste and recycling, transportation and logistics, and the process industry. In recent years, Tamtron has focused on improving the usability of scales and the availability of weighing data. With the acquisition, the share of the company’s international business will increase.

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FORD E-TRANSIT - ALL-ELECTRIC. ZERO COMPROMISE.

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new Transit is coming.

Purpose-built to be as tough, capable and versatile as ever. And now with zero-emissions while driving too. The E-Transit is the latest addition to Ford’s growing family of electrified vehicles, and the electric van is ushering in a new era for the iconic Transit van.

The 400-volt, 67 kWh batterypowered electric van is designed to help your business thrive whilst meeting its sustainability targets, delivering up to 217 miles (350 km) of driving range on a single charge.† The all-electric engine means the E-Transit is an ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) compliant vehicle. And Pro Power Onboard lets you plug into a 2.3 kW / 230-volt socket to power your tools wherever you are.

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that will offer up to 15.1 cubic metres of cargo space.

So, whatever your requirements, there’s a configuration to help electrify your business.

ZERO EMISSIONS DRIVING Not only could you benefit from up to 40% reduction to your service cost of ownership when compared with diesel vehicles, but as an all-electric vehicle, the E-Transit completely eliminates emissions whilst driving. This enables you to drive through low-emission zones and may also help your business to meet its sustainability and carbon dioxide reduction goals. And you can increase the environmental benefits by using a renewable energy supplier when recharging your electric Transit.

QUIET PERFORMANCE With a whisper quiet electric engine, the E-Transit lets you work anywhere at any time.

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early morning deliveries, the electric van will make sure local noise pollution is kept to a minimum.

FORD SYNC 4 Ford SYNC 4 is a cloudconnected communication and entertainment system.

Cloud connectivity gives SYNC 4 more advanced route planning and conversational voice recognition. While over-the-air updates ensure your E-Transit’s interface is continuously evolving. And with wireless smartphone integration, electric van charging management, a new 12” touchscreen, plus a whole lot more, you’ll experience a new world of connectivity with SYNC 4. Next Generation Ford SYNC® and Navigation System are optional features.

PRO POWER ONBOARD With its large electric battery, the E-Transit enables you to power your tools wherever your work takes you. Available as an August 2021

optional extra, Pro Power Onboard delivers 2.3 kW of power without the need for a separate portable generator. So, you can simply plug your drills, saws, laptops or anything else into the onboard 230-volt socket and get to work.

NO COMPROMISE CAPABILITY The intelligently designed E-Transit delivers zero-emission driving without compromising Transit’s legendary capability.

The battery sits underneath the main body of the vehicle to maximise space in the large electric van. So, with a choice of 3 lengths and 2 roof heights, you’ll have between 9.5 and 15.1 cubic metres of available load space, capable of carrying up to 1,616 kg of cargoand with an optional power-side load door and full-height rear doors with downlighter, accessing your cargo is effortless too.

FORD TELEMATICS If you operate a larger fleet, our range of Ford Telematics solutions can help you manage it more effectively, to maximise productivity and minimise vehicle downtime. Providing powerful data-driven insights into the daily operation of your fleet, Ford Telematics lets you quickly review the health status of your vehicles and improve productivity by promptly identifying issues requiring attention.

DEPOT CHARGING We can provide you with the hardware and software to easily recharge your fleet of electric vehicles at the end of the day.

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just over 8 hours.

PUBLIC CHARGING Wherever business takes you, charging your E-Transit should be effortless. Our fast-growing FordPass Charging Network will have over 150,000 public charging points across Europe by 2021. And the high-power, fast charging stations from IONITY will have 400 locations each with multiple charging points.

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can install a Ford Connected Wallbox charging point at your home to benefit from greater convenience and faster charging times.

GOVERNMENT GRANTS A grant of up to £8,000 is avaiable through the government’s incentive scheme for a new Electric van - government grants and incentives vary by country. And you don’t need to do anything to receive the grant, your dealer will handle all the paperwork for you.

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VEHICLES

INEOS TO SHOWCASE GRENADIER 4X4 AT THE GAME FAIR 2021

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ew British vehicle manufacturer INEOS Automotive is set to showcase a prototype of its highly-anticipated Grenadier off-roader at The Game Fair this month, which is taking place from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 July at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire.

Set to officially launch next year, visitors will be among the first in the country to see the vehicle’s final production design and have the opportunity to take a ride.

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driver on the purpose-built off-road course that includes steep inclines, rumble strips and water.

course.”

INEOS Automotive’s Commercial Director, Mark Tennant, commented: “Those who live and work in the countryside have been a significant part of our plans since the earliest days of the Grenadier’s development.

Designed and engineered to be a durable, capable workhorse 4X4, we’re looking forward to introducing the Grenadier to The Game Fair visitors and to offering a glimpse of its capabilities on the off-road

“The Grenadier is a welcome addition to our line-up. With so much hype surrounding the vehicle, I know that visitors will be very interested to sit inside it and see it for themselves. The majority of visitors will own a 4x4, and will be keen to see Ineos’ take on a stripped-back, utilitarian version.”

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The Game Fair’s managing director, James Gower, added:

For more information, visit: www.thegamefair.org.

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TWO NEW DEALERS FOR CORVUS 4X4

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orvus 4x4 off-road utility vehicle specialists BOSS ORV have announced the appointment of two new dealers. Laird Grass Machinery has become the first Corvus dealer for Northern Ireland and Brassington Agri, near Bridgenorth, is the new dealer for the Shropshire area. Laird, which is situated in Ballycarry, Carrickfergus, contacted Corvus following a conversation with Scottish dealers, Ravenhill, and were sent a Terrain Diesel 4x4 utility as a trial vehicle.

No sooner had it arrived than a customer wanted to buy it. Laird chose the Terrain for being rugged and well-built for agricultural use with good ground clearance. It also benefits from being classed as a Stage V emission compliant homologated Diesel tractor, and therefore suitable for onroad use. It is ideally suited as well, say Laird, to their public authorities and council market. Phil Everett, Managing Director at Boss, who made the announcement on LinkedIn, said, “A big Corvus welcome to David Laird and the team. With their vast experience in the UTV market, combined with the exceptional all-round ability of the latest Corvus Terrain range

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Above: Brassington Agri the new dealer for the Shropshire area.

Below: Laird Grass Machinery, first Corvus dealer for Northern Ireland.

of UTVs, it’s bound to be a winning combination.”

Duncan Brassington Agri Sales and Service was established in 2014 in the heart of Shropshire

by Duncan Brassington, who has over thirty years’ experience of all aspects of agricultural machinery. Brassingtons provide servicing and repair for tractors and agricultural machinery together with sales of new and good quality tractors, farm machinery and equipment. They will be selling and supporting the TerrainDX4 EPS, TerrainDX4 PRO EPS and TerrainDX4 CAB EPS. “A big welcome to Duncan www.forestmachinemagazine.com

and the team,” says Phil, “they base their business on 100% commitment to their customers’ needs and are therefore an ideal fit as a Corvus dealer. Welcome to both dealers to the Corvus family” All the above mentioned Terrain models are homologated as a T1a and T1b diesel tractor and have a top speed of 40mph/65kp/h. Corvus is building the Terrain for work primarily in agriculture, livestock, forestry, turf care and construction but they are highly adaptable vehicles ready for any demanding off-road workout. www.bossorv.co.uk Page 87

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BUILT FOR THE TOUGHEST JOBS NEW FORD TRANSIT TRAIL

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ith a rugged design, host of smart technologies, and a new level of capability. The new Ford Transit Trail is built for those who demand more for their business.

Wherever work takes you, Transit Trail gets the job done.

From difficult country lanes to muddy construction sites, this van’s off-road capability makes sure business doesn’t stop. And a striking new design guarantees you’ll stand out from the crowd.

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optional Intelligent All-Wheel Drive improves this van’s offroad capability, meaning you’ll handle the toughest jobs with ease.

An imposing new grille with bold FORD lettering guarantees you’ll get noticed. While, bodyside mouldings, and unique 16” alloy wheels makes sure even the toughest jobs are handled with style.

MECHANICAL LIMITED-SLIP DIFERENTIAL Transit Trail is available with an advanced system that’s built to help you tackle challenging terrain with ease.

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wheel spin, especially on loose or uneven surfaces, by directing power to the wheel with the most traction. This helps to keep you moving forwards and improves vehicle stability when you need it most.

EXCEPTIONAL LOAD SPACE AND ACCESS Transit Trail is a large van that provides impressive load space in all three dimensions: load length, width and usable interior heights. With a carrying capacity of up to 2.1 tonnes and 15.1 cubic metres of load space, you can fit cargo over 3 metres long.

Wide side load door with power opening option, and a rear access step ensure effortless access to your cargo too.

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INTELLIGENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE When the going gets touch, nothing beats the sure-footed performance of All-Wheel Drive.

Transit Trail is available with an optional intelligent AWD system that replaces the mechanical Limited-Slip Differential and helps you achieve an even smoother, more confident progress on challenging terrain.

FORD ECOLUBE DIESEL ENGINE Featuring a range of sophisticated 2.0-litre Ford EcoBlue diesel engines. the Transit Trail delivers a seamless blend of power and efficiency. with four powertrains available, offering up to 185 PS of horsepower, you’re guaranteed to find one that meets your specific needs. www.ford.co.uk

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TRIALS

STIHL

MS462C-M A 72.2CC CHAINSAW FOR THE FOREST PROFESSIONAL

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he MS 462 C-M forestry chainsaw is the lightest high-performance chain saw in its class. With impressive acceleration, you can rely on this forestry chainsaw to deliver the results you need when felling and pruning medium to large trees. The economical STIHL 2-MIX engine, coupled with M-Tronic technology, delivers an efficient performance without compromising on the power you need in a forestry chainsaw.

The MS 462 C-M has a STIHL anti-vibration system so you can comfortably use the saw for extended periods of time. In addition, the new design means that it is easier to manoeuvre and, with less gyroscopic force on acceleration, it is also easier to stay in full control of the saw at all times. For everyday maintenance, the long-life HD2 filter features an oil and water repellent surface and can be easily cleaned, whilst the captive nuts on the sprocket cover make it easier for regular bar and chain maintenance.

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chainsaw is available in multiple different bar lengths.

Stihl M-Tronic (T) This fully electronic engine management system adjusts ignition timing and fuel metering in all operating modes. It also takes external conditions such as temperature, altitude and fuel quality into account. It ensures consistent engine performance, a constant maximum speed and superb acceleration. M-Tronic makes manual carburettor adjustments unnecessary. Thanks to electronic cold/warm start recognition, now there is only one start position on the combilever. The engine starts after fewer pulls and with no change of position, and can immediately accelerate up to speed - even after a cold start. M-Tronic also remembers the settings from the last time the tool was used.

So when external conditions are the same, optimal engine performance is available every time you start up again.

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This issue sees Wallis Weir of Weir Forestry putting the saw to the test.

WALLIS WEIR It’s always a pleasure to catch up with Rab Easton, particularly when he turns up with something shiny and new to try out for the magazine. In this case he brought me a Stihl MS 462 C to run for a week or two and see what I thought.

On paper the 462 is a powerful chainsaw with a good power to weight ratio, not too noisy and good vibration levels. In reality I’d say it lived up to these claims, it is a nice saw to use; plenty of grunt; reasonable pick up and a generally nice feel about it. I tried the saw in a few different situations, cutting small conifers, cutting firewood and felling and processing a couple of outsiders on a harvesting site and felling forest trees for a roadline.

The 462 was overkill for doing small trees (between 4” – 12” diameter and 12’ – 20’ height), and made light work of the job.

It’s a bit big and heavy for this type of work and normally I’d use a smaller saw, but it did the job.

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Cutting firewood is a pleasure with the 462, plenty of power and sails its way through logs to produce rounds. The power is definitely there to keep cutting rounds in all but the biggest, gnarliest of timber I’d say.

I was cutting mature Sitka spruce both on the harvesting site and for the roadline, the only difference being the roadline was nice clean timber from the inside of the block, while the harvesting site had rough, branchy trees from the outside. The 462 was able to cope with both pretty well, with trees ranging from around 12” – 24” diameter and between 20 & 25m tall. For pure felling in timber of this size the 462 is in its element, it’s got plenty of power and has a nice balance about it which makes felling and cross-cutting easy. De-limbing outsiders it has plenty of power for taking larger branches off and getting them sned close in to the log. Snedding small branches was the only area I thought the 462 was slightly lacking in, it just didn’t seem to have the high revs or quick pick up that I’m used to with a Husqvarna.

There were a couple of other things I didn’t like about the 462, first and foremost the fuel and oil caps with the flaps. I’ve never got on with these, most of the time they work well, but every now and then you think you’ve got them on properly

only to find a tank of petrol or oil dribbling down your leg. I think they are the worst feature of any saw made by Stihl and a simple screw cap could improve all of their products beyond measure! I’m also not a fan of the 0.63 bar and chain as fitted to the 462, I’m used to running 0.58 on a Husky and the bigger gauge always seems bulky and heavy to me in comparison. It’s fair to say that this is a personal preference, and if I’d run Sthil for a long time I may well prefer the 0.63 to the 0.58. I found the rear handle and the throttle to be a weak point, coming apart accidentally quite easily if the saw gets pinched and you are trying to free it. Obviously, the easiest solution to this is not to get the saw stuck, but with the best will in the world it will happen from time to time and most of us pull a little too hard to try and free the saw when it does. The handle coming to bits and needing rebuilt in the wood isn’t ideal when the saw gets pinched, especially if the spring pings off into the undergrowth.

Fortunately I didn’t lose the spring when the handle came to bits, but it could easily happen.

Last, but by no means least, I’m not overly keen on the price which at an RRP of £1260 is pretty steep.

Overall I quite liked the Stihl MS 462, a good felling saw and general all round saw, heavy if used in small stuff, but it’s not

TECH SPECS Displacement: 72.2cm.

Power-to-weight ratio: 1.4g/kW. Power output: 4.4kW / 6.0bhp.

Vibration levels left/right: 4.8/3.6m/s.

Sound power level: 119dB(A).

Sound pressure level: 108dB(A).

Oil tank volume: 340cm³.

Weight: 6kg. really designed for that. The real proof of what I think was asked at the end when someone asked me if I’d buy one based on using if for a week or so. I’d have to say, no, I wouldn’t. If I was looking for a saw in this class I’d buy its main competitor the Husqvarna 572XP which is cheaper and doesn’t have any of the flaws (flaws in my opinion) I’ve listed above. That’s not to say I didn’t like the saw and if Stihl want to change my mind about which to buy and offer me a MS 462 on long term trial I’d be delighted! www.stihl.co.uk

We are looking to conduct further trials with the MS462C-M in some large hardwoods. If you would like to participate please contact Rab at forestmachinemagazine@mail.com OR 07582 055 748 August 2021

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Ponsse Ergo 8W 2106 | 9000hr Craig Vernon: Scotland/Northern England Tel: +44 (0) 7826 414 482 | Email: craigvernon@ponsse. com Dickie Todd: Wales/ England Tel: + 44 (0) 7730 952 080 | dickie.todd@ ponsse.com August 2021

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Jenz HEM 561 DL Woodchipper Year 2012 3500 Hours 490hp Mercedes engine Self-powered inc electrics and crane.

Complete with many spares This is a very capable, genuine, machine that will chip 4-500 meters of round wood per day. £125,000.00 + Vat ono Contact Stephen Clark Eagle Asset Finance Ltd 07967 588739 Roltrac 3ph Firewood Processor, 20 inch bar & chain, low hours, No Vat, £5k downieken@msn.com

2016 Doosan 225 (4450 hours) with Franz Hochleitner constant pull winch 0-12te Pull. Winch is newly installed with 16mm rope and remote control for all winching functions.

Ready for work. Please call Forest Machine Services for price and more information.

01434 230852 Assorted shackles, pins, bolts, Cranab grapple pins, ponsse greedy pin and indexator rotator guard. Sold together not separately £80.00 Motherwell 07582 055 748

Jenz 583 DQ Hybrid Woodchipper Year 2017 2700 hrs c/w Westech L700 wood cracker Epsilon M100 LD crane c/w XL cabin, Mounted on Man 440 8 x 8 with sleeper cab Year 2017 55803 Km £300,000.00 + Vat o.n.o.

Contact Stephen Clark Eagle Asset Finance Ltd 07967 588739

Mitsubushi LD1000 Tracked Dumper, 6 cyl, rock body with tailgate, as new tracks, good rolllers. Ready to work, No Vat £30k Contact: downieken@ msn.com

Hydro Ax 511B Forestry Mulcher, 1993 Cummins 6 cyl 8 foot flail head, set wide wheels included, £8k Contact: downieken@ msn.comon.

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