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Sierra Pacific Breaks Ground In Eugene 

Sierra Pacific Breaks Ground In Eugene  Sierra Pacific Industries broke ground on its new state-of-the-art sawmill in Eugene, Ore. in early November. SPI’s Oregon crews joined in celebrating the placement of the first column—the start of what will soon be a nearly...

Upgraded From Tigercat: 850B Processor

Upgraded From Tigercat: 850B Processor The 850 processor, the Tigercat branded purpose-built alternative to excavator conversions, has been upgraded for improved performance. The new 850B retains all of the advantages over converted excavators used in roadside...

Maine Logger Training Program Graduates Recognized

Maine Logger Training Program Graduates Recognized Upon completing an extensive 20-week curriculum, graduates of the Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program (MLOFT) were recently recognized at the Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) Alfond...

Logger Co-op Launches Wisconsin Chip Mill

Logger Co-op Launches Wisconsin Chip Mill A precedent-setting milestone was marked in Tilleda, Wis., with the launch of the United States’ first chip mill owned and operated by a logger cooperative—a major step forward for collaboration and sustainability in the...

West Fraser To Idle Mills In Georgia, British Columbia

West Fraser To Idle Mills In Georgia, British Columbia West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. announced in early November it will permanently close both its Augusta, Ga. and 100 Mile House, British Columbia sawmills by the end of 2025 following an orderly wind-down. The decision...

New Komatsu Full-Service Distribution Center In Alberta Set To Open In Early 2026

New Komatsu Full-Service Distribution Center In Alberta Set To Open In Early 2026 Komatsu is strengthening its commitment to Canadian customers with a major investment to double the size of its parts distribution footprint and transform its Edmonton, Alberta, parts...

New From Husqvarna: 564 XP Fuel-Injected Pro Saw

New From Husqvarna: 564 XP Fuel-Injected Pro Saw  The Husqvarna 564 XP is a groundbreaking 60 cc chainsaw designed for forestry and tree care professionals who demand cutting-edge performance. Combining the compact size and maneuverability of a 50 cc saw with the...

PotlatchDeltic, Rayonier To Merge 

PotlatchDeltic, Rayonier To Merge  Rayonier, bringing its timberland real estate investment trust (REIT) to the table, and PotlatchDeltic, with its REIT and multiple wood products mills, have entered into a merger agreement. The new company is expected to have an...

GLTPA Supports New Biorefinery Project 

GLTPA Supports New Biorefinery Project  The Great Lakes Timber Professionals Assn. (GLTPA) has voiced strong support for the Wisconsin Forestry Revitalization Bill, introduced by a trio of State Senators along with two State Representatives. The proposed legislation...

Mark Turner Named FRA’s 2025 Western Region Outstanding Logger

Mark Turner Named FRA’s 2025 Western Region Outstanding Logger The Forest Resources Assn. (FRA) and John Deere honored Turner Logging, Inc. as the 2025 Western Region Outstanding Logger award winner. The award was presented at the Western Region/Montana Wood...
Sierra Pacific Breaks Ground In Eugene 

Sierra Pacific Breaks Ground In Eugene 

Sierra Pacific Breaks Ground In Eugene Sierra Pacific Industries broke ground on its new state-of-the-art sawmill in Eugene, Ore. in early November. SPI’s Oregon crews joined in celebrating the...

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Upgraded From Tigercat: 850B Processor

Upgraded From Tigercat: 850B Processor

Upgraded From Tigercat: 850B ProcessorThe 850 processor, the Tigercat branded purpose-built alternative to excavator conversions, has been upgraded for improved performance. The new 850B retains all...

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Logger Co-op Launches Wisconsin Chip Mill

Logger Co-op Launches Wisconsin Chip Mill

Logger Co-op Launches Wisconsin Chip MillA precedent-setting milestone was marked in Tilleda, Wis., with the launch of the United States’ first chip mill owned and operated by a logger cooperative—a...

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New From Bandit: HM6420 Hammermill Grinder

New From Bandit: HM6420 Hammermill Grinder

This highly productive 40 in. capacity grinder is designed and manufactured to be an alternative solution for those grinding applications that may contain contaminants. A Caterpillar C32, 1,200 HP engine provides ample torque and horsepower for optimal machine performance and productivity. The heart of the HM6420 is a 50 in. x 66 in. wide hammermill. The heavy-duty mill features a 1.75 in. drum skin custom formed from rolled plate. The mill is supported by a 7 in. main shaft constructed of alloy steel that has been ultrasonic tested…

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Air Burners Collaborates To Introduce BioCharger

Air Burners Collaborates To Introduce BioCharger

Air Burners, a manufacturer of air curtain burner systems, has collaborated with Rolls-Royce and Volvo Construction Equipment to develop and test the BioCharger—a portable machine that turns biomass waste into energy. The BioCharger combines three innovative steps to provide off-grid power from vegetative waste management. First, it eliminates vegetative waste using air curtain technology to minimize the harmful particulate matter entering the atmosphere…

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