Tigercat 5702
Tigercat's new addition to the felling head lineup is the 5702 saw. This "big
timber"
single post saw has been available on track feller bunchers for a number of
months and is performing well. The 5702 is lighter than the original 5700 and
includes such enhancements for big timber felling as a full 23" cut and a 52"
throat opening. Strength to weight ratio has been optimized. The 5702 is suited
to tall and oversized trees, natural stand felling, swamp timber and top heavy
hardwood. It can be fitted to the 822/L830 series machines in addition to the
860/870 series bunchers. It is best suited to the 724D and 726 series
drive-to-tree models. The 5702 is available with three wrist options when
equipped on track feller bunchers: 30 degree single cylinder, 110 degree dual
cylinder, or 340 degree motor drive. For more information log on to
www.tigercat.com.
Pacbrake Tune-up Kit
The P14013 tune-up kit is designed to meet the engine brake maintenance needs of
Cummins N-14 and N-14 Plus engine owners. Any engine brake with 300,000 miles
has likely lost 20 to 25 percent of its retarding horsepower. The driver doesn’t
realize how much retarding the engine brake has lost because it has deteriorated
gradually. Overhauling the engine brake with a Pacbrake tune-up kit will restore
the RHP and the driver will definitely notice the improved performance. The
ideal time for a tune-up is when a customer is in for engine work, such as a
fuel injector or valve set. The customer gets the advantage of improved
retarding and reliability, while both the dealer and the customer benefit from
the easy to order kits, which eliminate missing parts and are provided with easy
to follow schematics. For more information or to order, please call (800)
663-0096.
New Engine Available on
Select Wood-Mizer Equipment
Two of Wood-Mizer’s popular portable model sawmills, along with their Twin-Blade
Edger, are now available with a new engine selection. The 28HP fuel-injected
Kohler gas engine is available now as an upgrade on the LT40 manual sawmill, and
as an option on the LT40 hydraulic professional model sawmill. The engine
features built-in engine diagnostics, higher torque, and more fuel efficiency.
In addition, the 28HP power option features better performance in higher
altitudes and in colder weather. Because the 28HP Kohler is not carbureted,
there will be less of a tendency for the engine to ice over in cold weather.
These two mill models are also available with a 25HP twin-cylinder gas engine
with electric start, a 33HP diesel, and a 36HP gas engine For more, log on to
www.woodmizer.com.
Caterpillar“ 247B and 257B
The Caterpillar 247B and 257B Multi Terrain Loaders replace the original 247
and
257. They feature new turbocharged engines, improved hydraulic forces,
redesigned operator station components, and design changes that improve
reliability and serviceability. The loaders are compact, rubber-tracked machines
designed for exceptional versatility, flotation, traction, stability and ride
quality, combing the technology of the Cat“ Skid Steer Loaders and a suspended
track undercarriage. The suspended undercarriage transfers machine weight to the
ground through 24-wheeled contact points bearing against 59" (1499 mm) of track
on ground for very low ground pressure. The 247B is the smallest, with an
operating capacity of 1,950 lbs (885 kg) when defined as 50 percent of tipping
load. The 257B operating capacity is 2,310 lbs (1047 kg) at 50 percent tipping
load. Both loaders feature the Cat 3024C T engine and net power is 57 horsepower
(42 kW) in each machine. Both models offer significantly greater breakout forces
than their predecessors for aggressive digging capabilities. The 247B has radial
lift linkage, and the 257B features vertical lift linkage for improved loading
and materials handling capabilities. For more information ask your local Cat
dealer, or log on to www.cat.com.
New Line of Rotators and
MPB Swing Dampers
Hultdins is introducing a complete new line of Indexator Rotators and MPB
Swing
Dampers for Forwarders and Harvesters. The MPB Multi Plate Brake system features
a large disc brake assembly with high braking power, long life, and extended
service intervals. The new MPB Swing Dampers are very service friendly with long
periods between adjustments, and very simple to maintain. With smoother and more
accurate attachment control, users also report increased productivity. More
information can be found at www.hultdins.com.
New Reduced-Weight Bars
Oregon Cutting Systems has introduced a new, patented reduced-weight version on
its popular Power Match® guide bar. Currently available in 32", .063 gauge,
3/8"pitch, the new Oregon® bar offers the timber cutter a significant 26 percent
weight reduction. Reduced-weight bars can be adapted for .404-inch pitch chains
with a simple tip replacement. Additional long-bar selections to the Oregon®
reducedweight bar offering are currently in development. These additions will be
in the 28" to 37" categories. Users will notice a dramatic improvement in saw
balance. Less weight helps to limit the risks associated with user fatigue.
Cutters will also notice productivity gains. For more information call (503)
653-8881 or log on to www.oregonchain.com.
Hearing Protection
The recent consolidation of Howard Leight and Bilsom hearing protection
products
is already generating new products and innovations, a company spokesman claimed.
Under the consolidation, which took effect in mid-2003, the companies have
developed dozens of new products and are changing the direction of the industry.
"This consolidation is really about moving the technology forward," said Bill
Sokol, VP Strategic Marketing for Howard Leight and Bilsom parent company,
Bacou-Dalloz. "Hearing protection is rapidly evolving beyond just blocking
noise. We're moving to a more sophisticated approach using devices that are more
comfortable and user-friendly, offer multiple attenuation levels, and are
targeted to specific work environments." Several examples including Howard
Leight's new Matrix(TM) earplugs and Bilsom's new Clarity(TM) Noise Filtering
acoustic technology which screens harmful noise while allowing the human voice
through. Matrix plugs, based on a revolutionary new dual-density foam
construction process, also provide selective screening, are easier to insert and
more comfortable to wear than traditional plug designs, and are available in
three attenuation levels for different applications. For additional information
call (800) 327-1110, e-mail [email protected], or log on to
www.howardleight.com or
www.bilsom.com.
timber"
single post saw has been available on track feller bunchers for a number of
months and is performing well. The 5702 is lighter than the original 5700 and
includes such enhancements for big timber felling as a full 23" cut and a 52"
throat opening. Strength to weight ratio has been optimized. The 5702 is suited
to tall and oversized trees, natural stand felling, swamp timber and top heavy
hardwood. It can be fitted to the 822/L830 series machines in addition to the
860/870 series bunchers. It is best suited to the 724D and 726 series
drive-to-tree models. The 5702 is available with three wrist options when
equipped on track feller bunchers: 30 degree single cylinder, 110 degree dual
cylinder, or 340 degree motor drive. For more information log on to
Blade
Edger, are now available with a new engine selection. The 28HP fuel-injected
Kohler gas engine is available now as an upgrade on the LT40 manual sawmill, and
as an option on the LT40 hydraulic professional model sawmill. The engine
features built-in engine diagnostics, higher torque, and more fuel efficiency.
In addition, the 28HP power option features better performance in higher
altitudes and in colder weather. Because the 28HP Kohler is not carbureted,
there will be less of a tendency for the engine to ice over in cold weather.
These two mill models are also available with a 25HP twin-cylinder gas engine
with electric start, a 33HP diesel, and a 36HP gas engine For more, log on to
and
257. They feature new turbocharged engines, improved hydraulic forces,
redesigned operator station components, and design changes that improve
reliability and serviceability. The loaders are compact, rubber-tracked machines
designed for exceptional versatility, flotation, traction, stability and ride
quality, combing the technology of the Cat“ Skid Steer Loaders and a suspended
track undercarriage. The suspended undercarriage transfers machine weight to the
ground through 24-wheeled contact points bearing against 59" (1499 mm) of track
on ground for very low ground pressure. The 247B is the smallest, with an
operating capacity of 1,950 lbs (885 kg) when defined as 50 percent of tipping
load. The 257B operating capacity is 2,310 lbs (1047 kg) at 50 percent tipping
load. Both loaders feature the Cat 3024C T engine and net power is 57 horsepower
(42 kW) in each machine. Both models offer significantly greater breakout forces
than their predecessors for aggressive digging capabilities. The 247B has radial
lift linkage, and the 257B features vertical lift linkage for improved loading
and materials handling capabilities. For more information ask your local Cat
dealer, or log on to 
Swing
Dampers for Forwarders and Harvesters. The MPB Multi Plate Brake system features
a large disc brake assembly with high braking power, long life, and extended
service intervals. The new MPB Swing Dampers are very service friendly with long
periods between adjustments, and very simple to maintain. With smoother and more
accurate attachment control, users also report increased productivity. More
information can be found at 
products
is already generating new products and innovations, a company spokesman claimed.
Under the consolidation, which took effect in mid-2003, the companies have
developed dozens of new products and are changing the direction of the industry.
"This consolidation is really about moving the technology forward," said Bill
Sokol, VP Strategic Marketing for Howard Leight and Bilsom parent company,
Bacou-Dalloz. "Hearing protection is rapidly evolving beyond just blocking
noise. We're moving to a more sophisticated approach using devices that are more
comfortable and user-friendly, offer multiple attenuation levels, and are
targeted to specific work environments." Several examples including Howard
Leight's new Matrix(TM) earplugs and Bilsom's new Clarity(TM) Noise Filtering
acoustic technology which screens harmful noise while allowing the human voice
through. Matrix plugs, based on a revolutionary new dual-density foam
construction process, also provide selective screening, are easier to insert and
more comfortable to wear than traditional plug designs, and are available in
three attenuation levels for different applications. For additional information
call (800) 327-1110, e-mail 