Main Page
Features
Index Page
Spotlight
Contractor Profile
E-Commerce
Mill Profile
Harvesting
Forest Management
Industry Conferences
Mill Upgrade
--------------------
Departments
Supplier Newsline
TechUpdate
Calendar of Events
Column: Industry Watch
Reader Request Form
---------------------
Site Information
Contact List
Subscription Info
Past Issues Archive
Join our Listserve
----------------------
Supplier Newsline
Please fill
in our Reader Request Form located at the bottom for more information
on these products.
Intelligent X-ray Detector from
Epsimage Inspects Lumber
Epsimage Inc's new intelligent X-ray detector for inline lumber inspection
is targeted at lumber grading and optimization applications. Adding
significant value to the user by increasing sorting precision, the product
is able to sustain inspection throughputs of more than 40 fps and may be
used to detect the size and position of knots and other defects below the
wood surface. Built-in intelligence and network connectivity features
allow an easy upgrade path for existing vision-based equipment.
Epsimage Inc offers custom electronic imaging solutions for original
equipment manufacturers, providing high performance electronics and
real-time software design expertise.
Reader Service Card #270
Timberjack Expands Canadian Dealer
Network
Timberjack, a John Deere company, has reorganized its Canadian dealer
coverage with the appointment of Coast Tractor & Equipment Ltd in BC,
Brandt Tractor Ltd in Alberta and Saskatchewan, Equipement Ontrac Quebec
Inc and Equipements Sigma Inc in Quebec.
These new dealers, combined with Wajax and Hickman in other provinces,
bring the total number of Timberjack dealer outlets to 45, covering Canada
from coast to coast, with local dealer branches at key locations in every
logging region.
Reader Service Card #271
KINECOR Launched as Component Name
Brand
The Industrial Components Division of Wajax Ltd has unveiled a new
corporate identity to become the single source vendor for bearings and
power transmission equipment, hydraulic components and systems, process
equipment and automation technologies. KINECOR is the collective name for
the companies formerly known individually as National Bearings Inc,
Spencer Teris Ltd (also known as Industrial Chrome in Prince George, BC),
Wajax Motion Technologies and Wajax Process Technologies. Spencer
Industries Inc (also known as Yellowstone Hydraulics in Billings, MT and
Gillette, WY) will also join the KINECOR family.
Reader Service Card #272
Tigercat Releases D Series Feller
Buncher
The first of the new 720D series drive-to-tree feller bunchers features
Tigercat's unique cross-flow cooling system that first appeared on the
skidder line. The hydrostatically driven cooling fan 
system
allows the operator to purge the heat exchangers without exiting the cab,
resulting in less debris build-up. The positioning of the coolers improves
cooling capacity compared to standard arrangements because cool air is
blown directly over the coolers without obstruction, the company says.
Engine options include the 174-hp Cummins 6BTA5.9 and the 185-hp John
Deere 6068T. The single range transfer case remains, while a no-shift
transmission enables the operator to achieve higher wheel speed in
favourable conditions without losing tractive effort if the terrain
becomes difficult.Other features include high visibility windows, a tight
turning radius, stability and angled engine enclosure profile.
Reader Service Card #273
McGehee Signs Product Development Deal
Sawmilling technology pioneer Ron McGehee has signed a multi-year contract
with CAE Inc to continue with the company in the area of product
development. McGehee, who developed the curve sawing gang with the CNC saw
module, the RoboGuide System for linear edgers and the SL2000 small log
processors, stayed on for three years as president of CAE McGehee after
CAE purchased McGehee Equipment Company in 1998. Now integrated into CAE
Inc Wood Products Group, the company is pleased it has been able to secure
the talents of McGehee, who has nearly 30 years of experience in the
industry.
Reader Service Card #274
Ranger Board Wins Environmental Award
The Ranger Board MDF plant in Whitecourt, Alberta received a Return on
Environment (ROE) Partnership Award from BetzDearborn for improvements to
its boiler feed water treatment program aimed at conserving water and
energy and reducing emissions and waste, resulting in substantial savings
to the mill. Raw water, chemical usage, softener regeneration frequency,
regeneration waste and makeup demand were all reduced, allowing the plant
to meet its steam requirements and maintain controllable waste water
levels.
The ROE award is presented worldwide to a select group of industrial,
commercial and institutional establishments whose strong working
relationship with BetzDearborn has resulted in significant environmental,
health and safety benefits, while reducing operating costs.
Reader Service Card #275
Cat 525B Wheel Skidder Features New
Powertrain
The 525B wheel skidder from Caterpillar replaces the 525 and features a
powertrain that uses the latest technology for increased torque, pulling
power and direct drive capability. A Cat 180-hp 3126 
turbo-charged
and after-cooled engine features individual unit injection for high torque
rise and responsiveness, fuel economy, low emissions and durability. A
large, heavy-duty torque converter with lock-up clutch is matched to the
engine for outstanding rim pull and improved skidding performance. The
525B handles single-function, dual-function and swing boom arches with
sorting or bunching grapples, while a cable arch equips it for skidding.
Other features include a five-speed transmission, load sensing hydraulics
and Auto-Grab to monitor tong pressure.
Reader Service Card #276
 |
This service is temporarily unavailable |
This page and all contents
©1996-2007 Logging and Sawmilling
Journal (L&S J) and TimberWest Journal.
For personal or non-commercial use only.
This site produced and maintained by: Lognet.net Inc
Any questions or comments on this site can be directed to Rob Stanhope, Principal (L&S J).
Site Address: http://www.forestnet.com.
This page
last modified on Thursday, October 07, 2004