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Morbark Beever M18RX brush chipper
This is a lightweight option of the standard Beever M18R brush chipper. It weighs less than 10,000 lb (4,536 kg) including fluids, spare tyre and winch. A key modification is the single feed-wheel yoke pivot assembly with TorqMax drive, which reduces dead space between the feed wheel and chipper drum, as well as increasing down pressure efficiency. It is available with 140 to 170 hp (104 to 127 kW) power options. Source: www.morbark.com

Founder of Ponsse passes away
Einari Vidgren, the founder of Ponsse, passed away suddenly at the age of 67. He was still actively involved in the business as the chairman of the board of directors. Source: www.ponsse.com

Bandit Model 490 brush chipper
This small drum chipper has a drop-feed design that enables easier feeding. It is designed for users with lower volumes of material, but still need a chipper that is robust and powerful enough for the job. It uses an 18 hp (13 kW) engine and has a 7.5 by 15.5 in (19 by 39 cm) opening and can receive material up to 4 in (10 cm) in diameter. The chipper has a swivel discharge spout with chip deflector, which allows material to be discharged in the direction desired. A PTO option is also available. Source: www.banditchipper.com

Kesla and Case sign co-operation agreement for forestry applications
They will jointly develop the forestry equipment market in Russia and Finland. Kesla will modify Case excavators for forestry applications and equip them with Kesla XTimber harvesting heads. Kesla will also have access to the entire range of Case products for sales into the forestry market. Source: www.casece.com
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