Tigercat Industries develops grapple saw option for LG4053 and LG5057 loader grapples.
The Tigercat LG4053 and LG5057 grapples are offered on Tigercat 234C and 250E series track and subframe mounted loaders. Both grapples are now available with an optional Tigercat grapple saw. The bar length is 1 145 mm (45 in) with 19 mm (0.75 in) chain pitch.
The new grapple saw offers several benefits and advantages. The bar oil reservoir is integrated into the durable housing. The hydraulic circuit is simple and efficient. The hydraulic lines are routed for maximum protection and uptime — fully guarded and further protected by the through-tip boom system offered on the 234C and 250E series loaders.
A Tigercat grapple saw increases loader utility and versatility. In hardwood applications, it allows the operator to quickly trim large limbs and remove forks within the security of the operator's station, reducing or eliminating reliance on ground personnel. In storm cleanup applications, the grapple saw is useful in untangling blowdown and cutting off root masses. Source
Kesla responds to the trend of harvesting of small-diameter timber worldwide.
Driven by growing demand for energy wood, plantation forestry, and higher productivity requirements - equipment efficiency is becoming increasingly critical. In response to these evolving operational needs, Kesla is extending the availability of its Kesla twinAX shear-cutting solution to the 24RH III and 26RH III harvester heads. The Kesla twinAX is the most cost-effective wood-cutting solution on the market, particularly for operations processing large volumes of small-diameter trees.
The Kesla twinAX is a shear‑cutting module compatible with KESLA 19RH‑III, 21RH‑III, 24RH‑III, and 26RH‑III harvester heads. Thanks to the modular frame design, contractors can replace the standard chainsaw module with the twinAX shear‑cutting module.
The twinAX system delivers significant advantages in conditions that require frequent cutting of small‑diameter material, such as energy wood harvesting and eucalyptus plantation operations. Key benefits include:
- No downtime or costs caused by chain dulling or breakage
- No unproductive work related to chain changing, transport, or sharpening
- No guide bar or sprocket failures
- No lubrication costs, no oil handling, and no mess
- No oil released into the environment and no harmful skin contact with oil
- No chain tensioning or adjustment issues
- No disturbances caused by snow, ice, sawdust, or branches
- No risk of chain shot
- No concerns about contact with soil or stones, or the chain coming off the bar
Kesla’s unique interchangeable module concept makes it possible to switch between shear-cutting and traditional chainsaw use, allowing the harvester head to be configured for both energy wood and roundwood harvesting. The twinAX module can also be retrofitted to existing compatible Kesla harvester heads. Source
These have land reclamation, grading, construction, demolition, agriculture, snow removal, trenching and other applications.
New Cat HD MP buckets help to optimize SSL and CTL versatility when digging, dozing, clamping, scraping, back dragging, grading and leveling. Designed specifically for next generation Cat 250 – 285 models, eight different bucket options offer widths ranging from 1883 to 2340 mm (74 to 92 in) and capacities of 0,53 to 0,68 m3 (0.7 to 0.88 yd3). These new HD MP buckets deliver up to 21% higher capacity versus similar standard MP buckets.
Designed for larger Cat 270 to 285 XE models equipped with rear auxiliary hydraulics, the new Cat Retrieval Winch allows operators to self-retrieve or recover a stuck machine due to challenging terrain or adverse underfoot conditions. Featuring an industrial planetary gear and hydraulic winch motor, this new winch offers a rated line pull of 8165 kgf (18,000 lbf). The design minimally impedes rear camera view to give operators maximum visibility to machine clearances and recovery operations.
Designed for use with Cat CTLs with rear auxiliary hydraulics, the new Cat Ripper/Scarifier breaks up, loosens or conditions the surface layer of compacted soil. It is ideal for scarifying tree roots, fields and small to medium rocks, and, when paired with the Cat Smart Dozer Blade and Cat Smart Grader Blade, it enhances grading in construction applications. Integrated with advanced joystick controls, it features dedicated operational control.
New Cat Bite-Limiter Mulchers for 6- to 10-tonne Cat mini excavators deliver high-performance cutting and mulching of vegetation, saplings and undergrowth from overgrown agricultural and forested terrain. With ribs on the rotor limiting material penetration of the chisel teeth to prevent stalling, the new mulcher quickly reduces trees and shrubs into mulched material, making it ideal for environmental maintenance and land reclamation. Smaller bits provide a finer finish product for fast decomposition.
Designed for use with 5- to 10-tonne Cat mini excavators, the new tilt rotate system (TRS) Cat Grading Beams deliver precise grading and leveling capabilities, especially for 2D and 3D applications when used with TRS6 and TRS8 attachments. Available 1500 mm (59.5 in) and 2000 mm (78.7 in) widths allow these grading beams to offer efficient, high-performance grading with 360˚ of rotation and up to 40˚ angling capability. TRS vibration combines with machine down pressure to effectively compact material for a quality surface finish.
New pin-on Cat Tilting Ditch Cleaning buckets feature tilting angle flexibility for digging trenches, slopes and other applications where up to 45˚ digging angles are required. With widths and capacities ranging from 1200 to 1500 mm (48 to 60 in) and 360 to 460 L (12.9 to 16.4 ft3) respectively, bucket designs are available for next generation 307.5, 308, 309 and 310 mini excavators as well as center-pivot and side shift backhoe loaders. A two-cylinder bucket design creates equal left/right tilt speed and equal hold force. The horizontally positioned two tilt cylinders are connected to one auxiliary for precise, synchronized movement of both cylinders. Source
In the early part of the year, the forest machine market showed signs of picking up.
Market developments continued to be overshadowed by geopolitical uncertainty and trade policy tensions, yet forest machine sales developed strongly during the first quarter. Sales of Ponsse’s new forest machines developed favourably during the review period, particularly in Sweden, but also in Central Europe and Latin America. The Finnish market, on the other hand, was challenging due to the tight market situation in the forest industry, the exceptionally early spring and the thawing period. In North America, sales developed better than expected given the circumstances, and the Canadian market also showed signs of picking up.
The strong order flow early in the year increased the company’s order books, and the factory moved to two shifts and a five‑day working week after 9 March 2026. The factory’s capacity utilisation is currently at a normal level. Sales have developed exceptionally well given the circumstances, and the overall momentum across the organisation is clearly strong.
The company’s euro-denominated operating profit in 2026 is estimated to be on par with the operating profit in 2025 (EUR 41.6 million). Economic uncertainty persists and is affecting the demand for both forest industry end products and forest machines. Trade tensions, the geopolitical situation and fluctuations in the financial markets create a challenging operating environment, underscoring the importance of cost discipline and carefully considered investment levels. Source
Read MoreUpdated Cab Design and Advanced Safety Features Enhance Operator Comfort and Situational Awareness.
Trusted by the industry for its performance, durability and serviceability, John Deere unveils its new portfolio of SmartGrade™ Motor Graders to the construction market. Built to meet evolving customer needs, the new 620, 622, 670, 672, 770, 772, 870 and 872 P-Tier models deliver impactful technology and design enhancements.
Next Generation SmartGrade™ gives customers flexibility as jobsite needs evolve. Operators can easily upgrade grade control capabilities using either Topcon or Leica solutions and achieve consistent accuracy regardless of machine position or blade angle. SmartGrade™ operates in the construction and forestry G5 10.1-inch touchscreen display where an operator can navigate quickly between 2D and 3D solutions. The P-Tier Motor Grader also supports 2D or 3D John Deere solutions outside the center saddle position, enabling precise grading in nontraditional configurations. When issues arise, customers and dealers can easily troubleshoot their machine with wireless data transfer and Remote Display Access integration through the John Deere Operations Center™.
Operators now experience simplified operation through the addition of new automation features and technology enhancements, which help improve performance and productivity. All P-Tier models come standard with blade flip, auto articulation and machine presets, as well as a new automation feature called cutting edge wear. Cutting edge wear allows operators to set the blade on a level surface to get a baseline. Operators can validate the cutting-edge wear at any time to adjust for excessive wear or
The P-Tier technology packages include Machine Damage Avoidance, Auto Pass and two new automation features including intelligent blade control and SmartSaddle. Intelligent blade control provides an assist to operators by maintaining a level blade through all grade operations, while SmartSaddle puts the blade in the optimal saddle position with a simple button press. Standard cross slope technology now offers target and joystick modes, which help operators adjust to their jobsite. These tangible improvements directly translate to greater efficiency and operator comfort on the jobsite.
Operator comfort is further enhanced with a fully updated cab featuring improved seating, displays, climate control, storage and controls. The newly improved seat features optional heating and ventilation capabilities, as well as easy-to-adjust armrests for added operator customization. Operation-focused changes also include the next generation 8-inch touchscreen primary display, simplified six-wheel drive controls and centralized switches for seamless performance.
Lastly, safety and awareness improvements are key changes offered on the new lineup. The new, optional Advanced Vision System and Advanced Vision System with Dual Front Alley Cam help operators maintain situational awareness on busy or confined jobsites. These new camera systems provide dedicated, in-cab displays for better visibility, which ultimately boost overall jobsite situational awareness. Source
Read MoreBosco Machinery Appointed as TCi Dealer for Germany
Tigercat Industries is pleased to announce that Bosco Machinery has been appointed as the official TCi equipment distributor for Germany. Building on a strong foundation of seven experienced mechanics who already service forestry machinery daily, Bosco is investing in a purpose-built workshop dedicated exclusively to TCi machines. Source
Kesla has negotiated a bridge Financing Agreement
Kesla has negotiated a bridge financing arrangement with a Nordic bank. The arrangement includes a bridge loan that can be drawn in two tranches of EUR 2.5 million each. The first tranche can be drawn in mid-April 2026, and if necessary, the second tranche can be drawn in mid-August. This bridge financing will be used to reduce the liabilities of Kesla’s current main financiers during 2026. The bridge financing is short-term in nature and will be repaid in full by the end of 2026. Source
Komatsu Forest Oy Appoints New CEO
Santtu Tanskanen assumed the position of CEO of Komatsu Forest Oy. He succeeds Gustav Edholm, who has served as acting CEO of KF Oy since May 9, 2025. Gustav will continue in his primary role as Head of Customer Service Business for the Komatsu Forest Group. Santtu brings extensive experience from the heavy machinery industry, with a strong background in leading sales and service organizations as well as managing dealer networks, including in the Baltic countries. Source
Komatsu Forest completes the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB
As of April 1, 2026, Komatsu Forest AB has finalized the acquisition of the Swedish forestry machine manufacturer Malwa Forest AB. The acquisition strengthens Komatsu’s offering within small, low-impact forestry machines – a segment growing in importance as sustainability and soil protection become increasingly central to modern forestry. Source
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