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Utility vehicles storm forestry shows I
nternational Forest Industries was on deck at the recent SkogsElmia show and couldn’t help but notice the armies of utility vehicles being presented by various manufacturers. It has been a similar case for other industry shows recently and so it is not surprising that sector leader John Deere has made a play to become the foremost supplier for this burgeoning market with the release of its latest Gator Crossover utility vehicle.
The global manufacturing giant claims it is “easier than ever” to handle tough terrain with a full equipment load now that its Mid- Duty XUV 550 and 550 S4 crossover utility vehicles have been released. They offer off-road performance, improved comfort, cargo versatility, and the ability to transport up to four people across the “most challenging landscapes”. “These new vehicles provide an
unparalleled balance of off-road performance and work capability at a very affordable price,” Tactical Marketing Manager for Gator utility vehicles, David Gigandet, said . “The new John Deere Gator
XUV 550 and 550 S4 are a great compliment to our popular line-up of XUVs, and offer the most comfortable way to get you, your crew, and all your supplies to those hard-to-reach destinations.” With best-in-class, fully independent, double wishbone suspension, the Gator XUV 550 and 550 S4 provide 225 mm (9 inch) of wheel travel, and up to 262.5 mm (10.5 inch) of ground clearance to smooth out the ride. In addition, for the 550, either standard high back bucket seats or bench seats are available. The 550 S4 comes standard with two rows of bench seats. “Operators will not only
appreciate the smooth ride, they’ll love the all new ergonomically designed operator station,” Gigandet continued. “The development of these new Gators started in the operator’s station, so they offer ample leg room, storage and dash mounted, automotive-type, controls.” The Gator XUV 550 and 550 S4
deliver mid-duty work capability with speed and ease. Both vehicles have a top speed of 45 km/h, and 4-wheel drive to
Multisaw develops Hybrid range
Multisaw has supplied the sawmilling industry with machines for over two decades, and prides itself on developing unique machines at competitive pricing. The latest bandsaw design fits these principles entirely: the first of its kind in the sawmilling industry, and set to impress even the most sceptical of sawmillers. Multisaw has a preference for wide-band technology, yet it understands the need for a more affordable, cost-effective, lower production solution in sawmills. Narrowbands, despite their smaller price tags and lower power requirements, quite simply lack the durability and technology of the wideband machine. Multisaw began to question:
where is an intermediate system, with affordable gear, that has the capabilities of sawing at speeds and accuracies similar to the bigger band saw brothers? Sensing the gap in this market – and always up for a challenge – Multisaw set about developing a revolutionary, affordable product. The Titan Hybrid Range of Narrowband Bandsaws was the result.
The TH Narrow bandsaw is a hybrid of wideband design and technology and narrow band size and cost. By incorporating improved resilience and precision alignment, the TH Narrowband is a cost-effective, durable saw-milling machine.
quickly traverse all types of terrain. The 16-hp, 570 cc, air- cooled, v- twin gas engine provides greater
speed and hp than most vehicles in
its class, and the cargo box can carry up to 180 kg (400 lb) of gear. In addition, the 550 is small enough to fit in the bed of a standard pick-up truck. For a larger crew and cargo
versatility, the 550 S4 provides rear seat flexibility. Two additional passengers can be transported in the rear seat, or if more cargo capacity is needed, the rear seat flips down to become a cargo rack. “The rear seat flexibility in the
Gator XUV 550 S4 is truly innovative,” Gigandet said. “The S4 can transport up to four people, but for the times when you need to carry more gear, the
back seat can become more useful in seconds and increase your cargo space by 32%.” The new Gator XUV 550 models
are available in Realtree HardwoodsTM HD Camo or traditional John Deere green and yellow. There are also over 75 available attachments and accessories to customise all Gator XUV models, such as, cabs, brush guards, and custom alloy wheels. In addition to the XUV 550 and 550 S4, John Deere also offers the 625i, 825i and the 855D to round out its full line of crossover utility vehicles.
www.deere.com/forestry
Features include: • Sturdy components • Heavier machine structure • Charka pressure guide system • SG cast iron bandsaw wheels. Multisaw offers the band saw in 35, 50, 65 or 80 mm blading options.
“Using the Titan Hybrid Narrow bandsaw in conjunction with Droste technology will result in
improved ability of your sawmill, higher cutting speeds, thinner kerf and longer blade life,” the company stated. “The combination of these two technologies is set to take intermediate bandsaw milling capabilites to a new level.” For more info contact
luke@multisaw-sawmilling.com.
www.multisaw.com
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