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Husqvarna 385XP gets a big brother with the 390XP

Husqvarna has introduced the big brother to its 385XP chainsaw—the 390XP.

The 390XP comes with all the features of the 385XP including: Smart Start; air injection and LowVib technologies to ensure quicker starting; heated handles and carburetor; forged three-piece crankshaft for maximum durability; and full wrap handle bar, which allows the operator to saw over or cut from awkward angles when necessary.

A special feature unique to the 390XP is the three-shoe clutch, which is specially designed for high-powered saws equipped with longer guide bars.

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Sandvik’s Durashift saw blade features higher tensile strength

Sandvik Materials Technology recently introduced the Sandvik Durashift saw blade. The higher tensile strength gives a high and maintained blade tension, producing extra stability in the saw blade. Combined with “forgiving” steel, it reacts well to processing variations, leads to a straighter and narrower cut giving less yield loss, reduces vibration during cutting and reduces the risk of cracks. The combination hasn’t been available previously in bandsaw steel, the company says.

Durashift band saw blades maintain their shape over a longer running time—up to 50 per cent longer in some instances before regrinding, according to the company. Blades can be swaged up to three times the blade thickness. They also have good weldability due to the steel’s chemistry.

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Stihl’s new MS 441 chainsaw features new air, filtration system

Stihl has introduced its MS 441 chainsaw, which features a new air intake and filtration system that doubles the filter life and reduces cleaning frequency.

The Master Control Lever combines choke and starting throttle lock with the on/off switch for easy operation. And the extensive buffering elements reduce vibration by over 25 per cent.

The MS 441 also features a dualaction QuickStop chain brake that provides maximum safety against kickback and its stratified charge engine delivers high power and torque with up to 20 per cent lower fuel consumption, says the company. Options include the wrap handle model and Stihl’s Arctic version with automatic heated carburetor and electrically heated handles.

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Gilbert and Loewen partner up

Gilbert Logging Equipment and Loewen Forestry Equipment recently announced their new partnership. Under the partnership agreement, the Loewen high-rotation wrist will be co-fabricated and offered as an option on Gilbert felling heads. In addition, the Loewen team will act as official sales representatives for Gilbert forestry products in the western Canadian and American regions.

Gilbert Logging Equipment felt it needed to offer a system with more rotation to its clients, said Alex Gravel, sales and marketing manager for the company. “In addition, we obtain a reputable team with proven competence to look after the sales, service and promotion of our products in these areas,” added Gravel.

Loewen Forestry Equipment, located in Kamloops, British Columbia, will take charge of promoting with the highrotation wrist and Gilbert felling heads in the western Canadian and American markets. “This partnership will allow each firm to expand their respective market shares in addition to promoting the exchange of extensive expertise in the design and manufacture of forestry equipment,” said Aldin Loewen, owner of Loewen Forestry Equipment.

The Loewen high-rotation wrists will be co-manufactured and completely assembled in Roberval, Quebec, at Gilbert’s new modern factory which is scheduled to be operational this March.

Loewen Forestry Equipment has specialized in designing, manufacturing, and repairing forestry equipment for over 20 years. Gilbert Products Inc has been a market leader in designing and manufacturing logging and sawmilling equipment for 20 years.

Fecon to expand in 2007

Fecon will be expanding its current 56,000 square-foot facility, adding 60,000 square feet of manufacturing floor space and expanding its office space by 3,000 square feet.

The new facility will increase the capacity of all facets of the manufacturing process while providing space for expanded service and support, research and development and product testing. All features of the addition, including overhead cranes and expanded dock facilities with widened drive-in dock doors, are geared toward greater operating efficiency and customer service.

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