John Deere (USA) has introduced the D-series Swing Machines, including three purpose-built models — the 2154D, 2454D and 2954D. Engineered to withstand the toughest forest environments, the D-series are designed for improved durability, productivity, and low maintenance costs.  

Caterpillar Track Feller Bunchers Improve Performance Major enhancements to the Caterpillar track feller bunchers have resulted in significant advances in multi-functioning, maneuverability, tractive power and saw recovery time. Upgrades to the IQAN and hydraulic control systems that manage engine horsepower and hydraulic flow-sharing have produced a 40% improvement in the machine’s implement and travel multi-functioning ability. With the new IQAN software, operators can customize the joystick control pattern to their liking. Over 1,000 control patterns are available.  

Economical tree chipper from Morbark Morbark (USA) has introduced the all-new Model 40/36 Whole Tree Chipper. Compact, affordable and productive, this drum chipper is specifically geared for the biomass industry. This whole tree chipper effortlessly fills a chip van to maximum legal load capacity. At 8’6” wide this compact unit is easily transportable and requires no permits to move. The economical chipper also offers the lowest fuel consumption in the industry per ton of chips produced.  

Leading-edge solutions from Volvo Volvo Construction Equipment (Sweden) will introduce to the forest industry the new Volvo feller buncher models that will hit the market in early 2009 at DEMO International 2008 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 18-20, 2008. The new feller buncher equipment is further indication of the commitment by Volvo Construction Equipment to provide the industry with leading-edge forestry solutions and technology.  

New Stump Grinder from Bandit Bandit Industries (USA) has introduced Model 2900T stump grinder which received higher horsepower, larger fuel tanks, and new cutterwheel technology. The turf-friendly track stump grinder from Bandit now offers a 90-horsepower engine and 17 gallon fuel tank, and the proven “Greenteeth” cutting technology.