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Full tree training simulator for John Deere forestry

28 February 2022
John Deere now offers a forestry full-tree training simulator. This development offers cost-effective and efficient operator training in a risk-free environment, all while avoiding wear and tear on equipment. Source: Timberbiz The training simulator allows operators to explore interac
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Nokia Tyres Russian production

28 February 2022
Nokian Tyres has followed the situation in Ukraine with great sadness and hopes for a quick diplomatic solution but in a statement the company said the safety of its employees is its priority. Nokian Tyres has factories in Finland, Russia, and in the US. Source: Timberbiz In Russia, N
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Sanctions will affect woodworking machinery from Germany to Russia

28 February 2022
Sanctions imposed by the European Union against Russia in connection with the military operation in Ukraine have limited transactions on correspondent accounts between German and Russian banks. Source: Lesprom “Now German banks do not open new or even confirm existing letters of credi
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The Russian/Ukraine conflict’s effect in Australia

28 February 2022
There is no moral equivalence between trade and the rights of sovereign nations, or of human rights for that matter. Trade is a tool for meeting human needs and advancing the interests of countries. Source: IndustryEdge Inevitably, trade with Russia and the Ukraine is a relevant topic
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Nature study on increased harvest in Europe was incorrect

25 February 2022
In July 2020 Nature published some surprising results showing an abrupt increase in harvested forest area in Europe, especially in the Nordic countries. A new study provides empirical insights into where the Nature study went wrong. Source: PhysOrg “Unfortunately, this mistake m
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Upgrade for Ponsse H8 harvester head

25 February 2022
Ponsse’s improved H8 harvester head means it now boasts a powerful feed, firm grip and solid agile frame characteristics. Source: Timberbiz Active Speed is available for the harvester head as a new feature, giving the harvester head a superior performance. With Active Speed, the harve
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How the Ukrainian conflict may affect timber

25 February 2022
In what feels like a return to the dark days of the Cold War, the ongoing crisis between Russia and Ukraine came to a head yesterday as Russian troops crossed the border into Ukraine’s separatist regions. Source: Timber Trade Federation UK Given we are the Timber Trade Federation and
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Cut out the plastic cutlery

23 February 2022
Plastic cutlery is one of those items that traditionally will not be recycled even if it is placed in the recycling bin. It’s far too contaminated. It’s far too small. It’s far too light. As a result, over 40 billion plastic utensils used each year in the United Stat
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Lumber prices soar again in the US

23 February 2022
Over the last month, lumber prices across the US have soared once again. The price of lumber has been unstable since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, drastically dipping and suddenly spiking throughout the last two years. Source: Newsweek Despite an initial decline in prices in
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MAD Architects design wooden eyes of Sanxingdui

23 February 2022
MAD Architects based in China and led by Ma Yansong, have unveiled the design of their latest project; “The Eyes of Sanxingdui” for the Sanxingdui Ancient Shu Cultural Heritage Museum. Source: Timberbiz The project sees MAD place a cluster of scattered wooden structures above the dens
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