Harvesters

John Deere Unveils 900 MH-Series Tracked Harvester With Intelligent Boom Control →

John Deere's latest operator assistance control feature, intelligent boom control (IBC), for the 900 MH-Series tracked harvester, is a result of global collaboration between the John Deere wheeled cut-to-length and full-tree forestry teams, aiming to implement IBC's field-proven technology into the MH-Series of tracked harvesters. With IBC, operators no longer need to control each independent boom function separately. Click for more...

Tigercat Releases Harvesting Head for Wheel Carriers →

As a part of Tigercat's overall strategy to provide end-to-end CTL harvesting systems, the company has released the new 534 harvesting head. With a base weight starting from 3,040 lb., the 534 is matched to Tigercat's 1165 harvester and sized for optimal productivity in a 6 to 20 in. stem diameter range. The 534 is a three-wheel drive head with a triangulated wheel arm design. Four cast steel knife arms, along with a fixed front and back knife provide excellent delimbing quality, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Industry Debates Higher-Capacity Forage Tools →

Do we need more horsepower for a forage harvester? The John Deere 9900i, a 956-hp behemoth, is the largest model of self-propelled forage harvesters it offers. But more horsepower for a forage harvester? That remains a question, writes Chris Torres in the American Agriculturist. If a recent meeting at New York Farm Show was any indication, it's an open question. "I think the one thing is that the higher-horsepower question is still open for a lot of people, which means that they want a little bit more capacity," said Tim Meister, John Deere's marketing manager of self-propelled forages and heads. Click for more...

Ponsse Launches Next Generation Harvester Head →

Ponsse has launched a completely upgraded H8 harvester head with a powerful feed, firm grip and solid yet agile frame. Active Speed is available for the harvester head as a new feature, giving the harvester head a superior performance, according to the manufacturer. With Active Speed, the harvester head's operating speed can be adjusted based on the tree species and stem diameter. Equipped with this new function, working with the H8 harvester head is smooth and productive, no matter what the tree diameter is. Click for more...

John Deere Announces New Options, Updates to M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers, Harvesters, Shovel Loggers →

John Deere has introduced new options and updates to the M-Series tracked feller bunchers, harvesters, and shovel logger. Enhancements have been made to the previously released smooth boom control (SBC), as well as improved seat and heated-ventilated seat (HVS) and premium radio that is XM ready. Updated smooth boom control (SBC) improves the amount of pressure needed to operate a function, giving the operator more feel and control of the movement, especially during fine metering. Click for more...

VIDEO: Komatsu Introduces Smart Crane for Harvesters →

For a harvester operator, an easily operated crane is important for ensuring a productive working day. Every movement that can be simplified contributes to increased production and, ultimately, greater profitability. With Komatsu Smart Crane for harvester, Komatsu Forest take crane control to the next level, where the crane is controlled with a single lever movement, from the main boom all the way to the tip of the telescopic arm. Click for more...

Komatsu 931XC 8WD Harvester, 855-3 Forwarder Offer Forestry Customers Enhanced Productivity →

Forestry equipment operates under difficult and demanding conditions. Engineered for the rugged terrain of forestry and logging work, Komatsu now offers two new machines, the 931XC-3 8WD harvester and the 855-3 forwarder. Designed for extreme conditions from smarter thinning to heavy-duty final felling, Komatsu's 931XC-3 8WD harvester is maneuverable in most types of forests and terrain. With an effective mix of power, torque and fuel economy, the harvester's system has been optimized for low working speeds, including a broad powerband and high torque backup for challenging operations. Click for more...

Tigercat Releases E-Series 822 Feller Bunchers, Harvesters →

Tigercat has released the 822E series feller bunchers and harvesters with the latest features and upgrades. The 822E is the most compact track feller buncher and harvester platform in the Tigercat track carrier line-up. The powerful machine is versatile for challenging thinning and final felling applications. Strong lift capacity, tight-tuck ER boom geometry and compact tail-swing make the 822E the perfect choice for selective felling where minimal site impact is important, according to the company. Click for more...

John Deere Introduces New H423, H425 Harvester Head Attachments →

John Deere's new, small-size H423 harvester head and the large-size H425 and H425HD replace the previous H413, H415 and H415HD models. Like its predecessor, these heads have 4WD feed. The H423 harvester head works on the 1070G, 1170G and 1270G wheeled harvester base machines and is ideal for thinnings and other fellings, where the tree diameter at chest height (BHD) is 150 to 350 mm. With improved hose routing from boom to harvester head, and from valve block to feed motors, this attachment offers improved durability, easy hose replacement and improved hose protection with modifications to the frame, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Eco Log Introduces Series of Harvester Heads →

Eco Log has added its own series of harvester heads, consisting of four models, to the existing line-up. This makes Eco Log a complete forest machine manufacturer, offering machines and solutions for profitable and high-productive forestry all over the globe. The new series of Eco Log harvester heads is based on the technique of SP Maskiner, which has now been adjusted and optimized to make a perfect match for Eco Log harvesters. Click for more...

Waratah Forestry Equipment Unveils H425, H425HD, H425X Harvester Heads →

Waratah Forestry Equipment announced the new H425, H425HD and H425X — a trio of rugged harvester heads built for tough jobs. With a powerful control valve and four roller feed arm geometry, each high-performance head is productive on wheeled or tracked carriers. "These models are built for durability and performance," said Brent Fisher, product marketing manager of Waratah. "Among other updates, new hose protection and servicing enhancements make these great heads even better." The standard H425 (2,998 lb./1,360 kg), H425HD (3,064 lb./1,390 kg) and hefty H425X (3,143 lb./1,426 kg) each offer increased reliability with new feed motor hosing routings and new covers. Click for more...

Waratah Forestry Equipment's H423 Masters Fast, Precise Felling, Crosscutting →

The new H423 from Waratah Forestry Equipment is designed to carry out a wide range of harvesting jobs from early to late thinnings, and even light regeneration harvesting. With multi-tree-handling qualities, a compact frame design and excellent power-to-weight ratio, the H423 masters fast and precise felling and crosscutting, according to the manufacturer. "The Waratah H423 provides fantastic performance in thinnings," said Brent Fisher, product marketing manager of Waratah. Click for more...

John Deere Improves Window Quality On Its G-Series Harvesters, Forwarders →

Improving the durability of its machines, John Deere now features RENCRAFT super hard coat polycarbonate windows as a standard offering on its G-Series harvesters and G-Series forwarders. Providing enhancements over the windows previously used, the upgraded windows are designed to withstand external wear. Additionally, the windows are improved to enhance scratch resistance and withstand chemicals and cleaning solutions, while also enhancing optic quality. Click for more...

Weiler H157 Harvester Hits the Market →

The new Weiler H157 track harvester and updated PF48 harvesting head is replacing the 501HD harvester. The same spacious cab offered on the larger size class H457 will be standard on the H157. With a new cab maximizing operator visibility, providing an open field of view to the work area and upwards through a large skylight, it also features a front window emergency escape, an intuitive color touchscreen monitor, multiple storage compartments and numerous charging ports. Click for more...

Ponsse Launches New Generation of Scorpion Harvester Range →

Ponsse launched a completely modernized range of Scorpion harvesters, which meets all the requirements of forestry today. The new Ponsse Scorpion takes harvest productivity and ergonomics to the next level and sets a new standard for the operator's working environment, according to the manufacturer. The Scorpion harvester was first introduced to the general public in 2013 and has since become Ponsse's flagship product. Click for more...

Modified Ransome Shark Tooth Splitter Helps Contractor Save Hawaiian Bridge →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Nothing good can come of a severe thunderstorm unless you happen to be on the receiving end of an emergency contract to clean up the aftermath. Cushnie Construction Company Inc. encountered this situation on the island of Kauai in Hawaii starting on March 16, 2020. "We had a hell of a flood on the island with 20 inches of rain," said the company's Vice President, Ralph Cushnie, noting that he believes this storm was a record breaker. Click for more...

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