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Husqvarna Launches Online Learning Platform
Husqvarna is ushering in a new era for online learning with the launch of Pro Insider, a state-of-the-art web-based learning management system providing users with interactive learning opportunities for professional products and solutions, in addition to industry best practices. Husqvarna Pro Insider offers short, high-quality video courses on topics from personal protective equipment (PPE) and equipment usage to product technology and accessories…
Northeast Loggers Group Expands
Officials with longtime loggers trade association, The Professional Logging Contractors of Maine, recently announced that the organization has rebranded as the Professional Logging Contractors of the Northeast, and has opened eligibility to contractors in Vermont. The PLC of the Northeast has been representing loggers since 1995, and the move reflects finding opportunity in a rapidly changing industry, says Executive Director Dana Doran…
Machine Innovator Neil Peterson Dies
A memorial service was held October 29 in Pleasant Hill, Ore. for forest machinery pioneer and innovator Neil Peterson, the driving force behind Peterson Pacific Corp. that revolutionized in-woods and mobile delimbing, debarking and chipping. Peterson was not just a pioneer in his field but also a generous philanthropist, a guiding force for his team, and a beacon of opportunities for his employees…
Sustainable Forests Report Has Mixed Results
Released in September, the “National Report on Sustainable Forests, 2020” from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) and Forest Service (FS) shows both good and challenging trends as the nation’s forestland owners seek sustainable ownership and management options. The fourth such effort since 1997, the report is 60 pages…
Rotochopper Celebrates Manufacturing Month
During the month of October, Rotochopper shines a spotlight on the incredible innovations, processes, and stories that make the company a standout in the world of manufacturing. Individuals were invited to explore the latest advancements in manufacturing technology by participating in the Central Minnesota Manufacturers Assn. (CMMA) virtual tour of manufacturing…
Restoration Efforts Working In Eastern Oregon
Forest thinning is improving the robustness of older trees and enhancing native biodiversity on federal lands in eastern Oregon, evidence that collaborative efforts to restore forests are working, research by Oregon State University shows. The study led by James Johnston of the OSU College of Forestry involved long-term monitoring and research partnerships between OSU, the U.S. Forest Service and local groups in Oregon’s Blue Mountains…
New From Bandit Industries: Model 1425 Track Machine
Bandit Industries’ new Model 1425 track is a highly productive and compact horizontal grinder, equipped with many of the same features as the tow-behind version and adding tracks substantially increases the…
New Features From Tigercat: RemoteLog, LogOn
New Features From Tigercat: RemoteLog, LogOnTigercat offers new features on its powerful RemoteLog and LogOn telematics system. Using the same satellite connection as RemoteLog, machine operators or...
New From Maxam: MS933 LOGXTRA
New From Maxam: MS933 LOGXTRAAdding two new sizes to its forestry lineup, the 73x44.00-32 and 73x50.00-32, Maxam debuts the complete range of the MS933 LOGXTRA, high flotation tire. The MS933...
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