Tigercat implements more factory support for Australia
Tigercat is pleased to announce that Damien Ambrose and Nick Cate have been appointed to the positions of product support representative for Australia. Damien and Nick will focus on providing after-sales technical and operational support to Tigercat’s growing customer base in southeastern and Western Australia. Source
John Deere announces upgrades to the FR22B and FR24B felling heads
Compatible with select M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers, the updated FR22B and FR24B models have been redesigned to increase durability and extend the life of the wrist and head. The new felling heads feature improved flow capability, increased hydraulic hose size and routing, and updated ring gear and frame welds, all resulting in increased durability. Source
Ponsse produces new harvester head spare part packages
Harvester Head Spare Part Packages are available for harvester head maintenance and service. Packages are planned to cover spare part needs featured by each head type. Packages are suitable for a spare part reserve at workshop or logging site. Packages comes in a sturdy and multiusable plywood box. Smaller parts are packed in plastic bags with item information labels and larger parts have their own item information labels. A basic package or an extended package can be ordered. Source
Nokian release new trailer tyre sizes for on and off-road forestry tyres
Featuring a tire for every axle position, the Nokian R-Truck series tyres are equally at home on highways as well as on muddy forest roads and rocky earthmoving sites. They all have an open pattern and wide grooves that ensure good self-cleaning on soft surfaces such as mud, sand and snow, offering grip and reliability around the year. The new trailer tyre sizes are ideal for demanding on and off-road timber trailer use. They also suit well for all trailer use that calls for good tyre self-cleaning and grip. The four new Nokian E-Truck Trailer tire sizes include 265/70R19.5 and 385/55R22.5 (available summer 2019) as well as 235/75R17.5 and 245/70R17.5 (available fall 2019). Source
JCB launches updated 407 and 409 wheeled loaders meeting EU Stage V emissions standards
Both loaders will retain the JCB Diesel by Kohler engine from the previous generation, however the installation will require a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to meet the new emission level. Power outputs are unchanged, however JCB will offer an automatic engine shut-down feature, pre-set by the factory. This can also be changed by the customer, through the forward console display, to improve engine efficiency. The 407 will also be equipped with a new ‘whisper-quiet’ Rexroth hydraulic pump, to reduce overall noise. In addition, an Eco Drive Mode has been incorporated, delivering up to a 16% fuel saving in high-speed travel. The 407 offers a maximum speed of 35kph (21.7 mph), while the 409 has a maximum travel speed of 40kph (24.9 mph). Source