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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...
New From Tigercat: 1055D Forwarder

New From Tigercat: 1055D Forwarder

Aug 15, 2025 |

New From Tigercat: 1055D ForwarderDuring the 2025 FOREXPO in mid-June, Tigercat rolled out the newest forwarder in its lineup, the 1055D, 15-tonne machine designed to be highly configurable to meet...

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LIGNA Hosts Forwarder Competition 

LIGNA Hosts Forwarder Competition 

Jul 16, 2025 |

LIGNA Hosts Forwarder Competition  The 15th Lower Saxony (State) Forwarder Championship was held on May 29 during the LIGNA show at the Exposition Grounds in Hannover, Germany. Ponsse and John Deere...

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New From Fecon: Disc Hawk Compact Disc Mulcher

New From Fecon: Disc Hawk Compact Disc Mulcher

Jul 18, 2023 |

Fecon, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, is expanding its line of premier attachments with the launch of the Disc Hawk disc mulcher. Specifically designed for high-flow skid steers and compact track loaders, the attachment increases efficiency where speed and acreage are more important than material size, making it the ideal addition to an existing fleet of mulching equipment. Fecon’s disc mulcher increases productivity with…

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Tigercat 865 Logger

Tigercat 865 Logger

Jun 19, 2023 |

The Tigercat 865 is a purpose-built logger designed for loading and processing applications. The 865 combines power, efficiency and serviceability into a true multi-purpose forestry carrier. The 865 is a 71,000 lb. carrier that offers many advantages over excavator conversions, such as higher cooling capacity, a better operating environment, stronger undercarriage components and extremely efficient and task-optimized hydraulic circuits. The result is higher production, uptime and..

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New From Husqvarna: T540 XP Mark III Saw

New From Husqvarna: T540 XP Mark III Saw

May 10, 2023 |

Remastered for reliability, the new T540 XP Mark III from Husqvarna responds to the need for greater power, productivity and maneuverability with products that get the job done safely, efficiently and effectively. The new T540 XP Mark III was redesigned following consumer feedback resulting in a lightweight, balanced, and agile chain saw for climbing and cutting. With a high cutting capacity, the T540 XP Mark III was redeveloped to ensure maximum reliability and trusted performance over hours of use…

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