Forestry Equipment Archives

WA Global Operator Challenge winner Max Harris with his trophy. Images: Prime Creative Media

Caterpillar, Eye on the Industry, Forestry, Forestry Equipment, Latest News, Training

Global Operator Challenge: maximum effort in challenging times

At the recent Cat® Global Operator Challenge Final in Western Australia, Max Harris was crowned WA’s best operator. If he gets through the regional final in Japan, he’ll be off to the USA to challenge for the crown of the world’s best. Read More

Tom Foster18 hours agoMay 22, 2025

Equipment & Technology, Excavators, Eye on the Industry, Forest Centre, Forestry, Forestry Equipment, Grapples, Klou, Latest News, Machine Spares & Attachments

Grapples for small excavators

Thanks to a new partnership with UK company Klou, attachment specialist Forest Centre offers a broader range of solutions for excavators – especially grapples. Read More

Tom FosterApril 29, 2025, 8:56 amApril 29, 2025

Chainsaw, Eye on the Industry, Forestry, Forestry Equipment, Latest News, Outdoor power equipment, Saws, Saws and Log Splitters, STIHL

Chainsaw bars and chains

When it comes to chainsaw bars and chains, STIHL stands out as a leader in innovation and quality. Read More

Tom FosterApril 24, 2025, 9:07 amApril 24, 2025

The Cat FM528 is equipped to tackle a variety of tasks with ease. Image: Caterpillar

Caterpillar, Equipment & Technology, EWPs and arbor mech, Eye on the Industry, Forestry, Forestry Equipment, Latest News

Cat FM528 GF/LL Forest Machine

Caterpillar Inc. is pleased to debut the Cat FM528 GF/ LL (General Forestry/Log Loader), a forestry excavator designed for adaptability and efficiency. Read More

Tom FosterApril 9, 2025, 8:39 amApril 9, 2025

Monitor chippers heading to Queensland supporting arborists in the clean up. Image: Monitor Group

Business News, Chippers and grinders, EWPs and arbor mech, Eye on the Industry, Forestry Equipment, Latest News, Monitor Lifts, Morbark, Resources

Supporting Queensland arborists after Cyclone Alfred

Monitor Group’s rapid response and hire-fleet solutions are supporting Queensland arborists in a time where support is needed. Read More

Tom FosterMarch 28, 2025, 2:54 pmMarch 28, 2025

Ufkes Greentec RagnarTech is proud of the design and build quality of the 9700 Grinder. Image: Ufkes Greentec

Chippers And Clean-Up Options, Chippers and grinders, Forestry Equipment, Latest News, Ufkes Greentec, Ufkes Greetec

Ufkes Greentec/Ragnartech 9700

The first cutting-edge Ufkes Greentec/RagnarTech 9700 Grinder is officially enroute, destined for distribution across the globe. Read More

Tom FosterMarch 10, 2025, 8:01 amMarch 10, 2025

Chippers and grinders, EWPs and arbor mech, Forestry, Forestry Equipment, Latest News, Rayco

Rayco Manufacturing

Rayco Manufacturing, established in 1978, has built a reputation for creating high-performance, reliable machines that are essential for tree care professionals. Read More

Tom FosterMarch 9, 2025, 9:37 amMarch 9, 2025

The Merlo Roto 50.26 allows having less men on the job, and the safety is greatly increased. Image: Merlo

Equipment & Technology, EWPs and arbor mech, Forestry Equipment, Innovative Products, Latest News, Merlo, Telehandlers

Merlo Roto 50.26 and Advance Tree Works

While improving work capacity and efficiency is a real benefit of Merlo’s Roto 50.26, for one Queensland-based arbor outfit, there was an even bigger consideration: safety. Read More

Tom FosterFebruary 21, 2025, 10:19 amFebruary 21, 2025