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Vermeer stump cutter for challenging jobs

A new Vermeer SC1052 stump cutter is the solution for tree care professionals looking to maximize productivity on challenging jobs. It can remove many stumps efficiently and grinds large stumps with minimal repositioning. Source: Timberbiz Featuring a 85.8-kW Origin 6.2L engine with a
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Stump cutter with narrow footprint

The new Vermeer SC48TX stump cutter provides the ideal solution to access residential jobsites with a narrow footprint and low ground pressure, yet it can efficiently remove larger stumps. Source: Timberbiz Powered by a 36-kW 1.7 L Cat diesel engine certified to Tier 4 Final/Stage V e
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Komatsu sets up new electrification department for forestry machines

Developing sustainable solutions for forestry is high on the agenda at Komatsu Forest, where an important initiative is the brand-new development department – Electrification. Source: Timberbiz Stina Drotz has stepped into the role of general manager of the department, whose main miss
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Komatsu simplifies its spare parts catalogue

Komatsu’s spare parts catalogue now includes all models of Komatsu forest machines. It has also become easier than ever to find the right spare part and to compile a list for ordering. Source: Timberbiz These are some of the new features in the update of Komatsu Forest’s spare p
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Chipper product from CBI

CBI, a leading name in the realm of grinding and chipping equipment, has delivered its first 5400BP machine to Boda, a company specializing in grinding branches in the forest and on various platforms. Source: Timberbiz Boda Ris, a company with expertise in forest-based grinding, has p
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New Cat 255 and 265 Compact Track Loaders

Building on D3 series compact track loader success, the all-new, next generation Cat 255 and 265 Compact Track Loaders are a ground-up redesign of the previous series, improving on the features that made the previous models so popular. Source: Timberbiz The first next generation model
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New beaver saw tooth from John Deere

John Deere has introduced the one-piece hardened beaver saw tooth for John Deere Wheeled and Tracked Feller Bunchers. The new beaver saw tooth design boasts a bevelled feature at each tooth tip, which helps improve tooth durability while striking materials other than wood. Source: Tim
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Combilift’s CB70E wins Italian Terminal and Logistics Award

Combilift picked up the Italian Terminal and Logistics Award while attending GIS Expo in Italy. This prestigious accolade recognises the innovation in the operational field and its commitment to operator training and safety. Source: Timberbiz The Italian Terminal and Logistics Award i
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Ponsse and Epec move forward with development of enviro work machines

Ponsse and its technology company Epec have embarked on the FORWARD’27 ecosystem program, which targets the research and development of responsible and environmentally friendly solutions for mobile work machines. Source: Timberbiz FORWARD’27 is a joint program of Ponsse’s and Epec. It
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Ultimate Renewable Campaign launched in Sydney

Forest & Wood Products Australia has launched The Ultimate Renewable hosted at  NSW Parliament House in Sydney marking a significant milestone in championing the sustainable virtues of wood and attended by campaign ambassador Adam Dovile. Source: Timberbiz The Ultimate Renewable c
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