It is purpose-built to deliver strength, agility and intelligent performance in a size class that fits a wide range of applications.
Designed for 20+ metric ton carriers, the FL90 provides loggers with a high-performing, mid- to large-sized directional felling head engineered for demanding operations without the added weight of larger-class models. The FL90 is a head that’s powerful, durable and smart, in a size that gives them flexibility to their carrier size class and applications.
Big on performance and equally capable across a range of felling applications, the FL90 offers agility and versatility. With a net weight of 2,265 kg (4,993 lb.), a maximum grapple opening of 1,300 mm (51.2 in.) and a maximum sawing capacity of 960 mm (38 in.), the FL90 is built for shovel logging, steep slope conditions, late or final thinning, topping, storm damage clean-up and clear felling applications.
The FL90 utilizes Waratah’s TimberRiteTM X-26 control system, which provides production reporting and intelligent features designed to give operators greater visibility into performance and output, helping crews make informed decisions and maximize daily production. The FL90 felling head also incorporates reinforced structural components and proven Waratah engineering to help support long service life. Source
Designed for track carriers, the TCi 568 is a robust, high-capacity harvesting head optimized for roadside processing.
The head is optimized for roadside processing in the 15-55 cm (6-22 in) diameter range. It has the feed speed of a 22-inch head with the feed power of a 23-inch head. Recent design enhancements have boosted performance, increased the strength and durability, and elevated the overall harvesting and processing experience.
The TCi D7 control system comes in either Priority or Optimized bucking control, and both use wireless communication between the head and the machine cab. Cab hardware and wiring have been simplified to use a single module that has constant power for quicker startups and faster processor speed to improve performance and consistency.
The 568 now uses a full-time four-wheel drive system which reduces wheel spin, improves braking performance, and achieves greater feed power than other heads in its class. Balanced frame motors and an optional mechanical frame drive locker improve alignment when feeding multiple stems. Three independent valve sections - one for each arm motor and one for the two frame motors in series improve feeding efficiency. Improved tree centering provides better contact with the length measuring wheel. The measuring wheel arm cylinder pin and bushing arrangement has been improved, providing better reliability and serviceability.
The main chassis profile has been refined and strengthened for increased durability and longevity. The main saw box design provides improved chip exhaust, easy cleaning and better protection of the find end sensor. The top saw box cover design makes it easier to service the saw motor. Top knife enhancements include an additional grease fitting, a keyed thrust washer to prevent retaining bolts from loosening, and an upgraded spring unit. Source
Malwa Forest AB is a forestry equipment manufacturer of the small segment.
Komatsu announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Komatsu Forest AB, has entered into an agreement to acquire the forest machine manufacturer Malwa Forest AB. Subject to the completion of customary closing conditions, the acquisition is expected to close by April 1st, 2026. The impact of this acquisition on Komatsu’s consolidated financial results is expected to be minimal.
Forestry is in a period of change, where climate change, more stringent legislation and a growing global demand for sustainable materials accelerates the transition. Forestry remains essential for renewable raw materials, rural jobs and climate mitigation, but the way forests are managed and expected to operate is being redefined.
Malwa Forest is a Swedish based company, founded in 2009. The company develops and manufactures small harvesters and forwarders designed for selective thinning and sensitive terrain. Growing environmental requirements, a sharper focus on soil protection and climate impact have contributed to a rising demand for small forestry machines. This acquisition reflects that increasing demand.
Malwa has developed strongly in recent years, and manufactures are see a growing demand for lightweight forestry machines. With Komatsu Forest, Malwa have gained a strong industrial partner that creates long-term stability for the company while giving them the opportunity to grow further and introduce the Malwa concept to more customers around the world.
The addition of Malwa Forest further strengthens Komatsu’s forestry business as a strong supplier of forestry products and solutions across all key stages of forest management. Source
The system is specifically designed to enhance productivity, ease of use, and data management in demanding conditions
Opti 5G brings all key harvesting functions together into one clear interface, reducing the need for separate systems and improving daily work efficiency. The system includes, among others, cutting control, automatic cutting, calibration, data management, and reporting – all in one view.
The new system improves logging optimization, machine control, and operator confidence. The customizable My View display allows quick setting adjustments without interruption, and the active map view enhances safety and situational awareness.
Opti 5G produces accurate, real-time data on machine performance, working time, production, and fuel consumption. Thanks to standardized StanForD 2010 data, the system is compatible with international harvesting systems and can be expanded with additional applications. Designed for global use, Opti 5G supports multiple languages and units of measurement. The system also allows marking tree specific data, such as decay or insect damage observations, for reporting purposes.
Usability has been significantly improved: fast response time, clear menus, and three main logical views (work, planning, and machine) support smooth operation. The experience is complemented by the new Opti 8X display, offering excellent visibility and high touch precision even in demanding conditions.
Opti 5G forms a strong foundation for future innovations and is now available as standard equipment for all harvester heads installed on tracked machines. Source
New L-III models offer streamlined controls and intuitive features
Offering an improved operator experience through new features and enhancements, John Deere debuts its L-III Wheeled Feller Buncher machines to forestry customers. Building on the expansive improvements rolled out on the L-III Skidder line-up earlier this year, the new L-III Wheeled Feller Bunchers offer new cameras and lighting enhancements to support situational awareness. The L-III models also provide new solutions and tools to help simplify the operational experience with features such as Remote Display Access that enhance productivity and ease in the woods.
The new L-III Wheeled Feller Buncher models are designed with updated, comfort-focused features similar to the L-III Skidder models, including the base and premium cab package options, premium lighting options, and enhanced connectivity capabilities. In addition, the L-III Wheeled Feller Bunchers feature a variety of precision solutions, including TimberMatic™ Maps which is standard in-base, that deliver optimal machine and operator efficiency.
To help maximize uptime, Remote Display Access (RDA) enables dealers, owners, and support personnel to view and interact with a machine's display from any location with an internet connection. Whether adjusting settings, pulling data, or troubleshooting issues, RDA allows remote users to easily access the display as if they were sitting in the cab often saving time to travel to a site.
Helping increase operator efficiency, a newly added secondary display is now standard in all L-III Wheeled Feller Bunchers. When utilizing the standard camera on Wheeled Feller Buncher, the secondary display in the cab will show the camera view for the operator, providing near real-time access to viewpoints outside of the machine.
Lastly, with new and advanced lighting systems, the L-III machines come standard with LED lights. Premium lighting package options are also available on these models, offering added high beam, grill and service lighting for customers needing enhanced visibility. This 200% increase in light output helps operators easily view logging operations in low-light conditions. Source
Leadership change at Logset
Logset’s CEO, Ron Back, has stepped down from his position and will continue to support the company in an advisory role. Pascal Rety, will take the role of Acting CEO and the leadership responsibilities of the company during this transition period. Source
Nokian Tyres launches Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta Truck D2 to deliver grip, wear resistance, and stability on winter roads
The Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta Truck D2 is a drive axle tire that offers significant upgrades in performance and durability to its predecessor Hakkapeliitta Truck D tyre. The special tread compound of Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta Truck D2 is the result of the new, advanced mixing technology, combining wear resistance with grip. The tyre offers excellent grip and stability, especially on winter roads, thanks to its dense, new type of 3D siping and the patented “Twin-Block” tread structure. The tyre maintains its grip properties even when worn. Source
JCB leads the way with new renewable excavator fuel option
The company is set to become the first in the industry to deploy the use of B100 biodiesel in tracked excavators sold in Europe. The fuel, which is also known as Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME), is derived entirely from renewable biological sources and it can be used in newly manufactured JCB 140X, 145XR, 150X, 220X and 245XR models from June 2026. It contains no fossil diesel and is made from recycled vegetable oils, through a process called transesterification. Source
Read More“Simulation Modeling of Labor Costs for Moving of Harvester between Working Positions in Cutting Area”
Tehnički glasnik, Vol. 20 No. 1, 2026. Konstantin P. Rukomojnikov, Tatiana V. Sergeevaand and Natalya N. Aleksagina. Source
“The effect of cutting technique on the mortality and resprouting vigor of hybrid poplar stumps”
International Journal of Forest Engineering, 2026. Eberhard, B., Magagnotti, N., Kovac, B., Konstantinaviciene, J., & Spinelli, R. Source
“Integrated timber investment returns, wood fiber stumpage costs, and forest carbon costs for global planted forests, 2023”
Journal of Forest Business Research, 2026. Cubbage, F., Rubilar, R., Mac Donagh, P. et al. Source
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