Grapples & Grabs
Forestry · 20 t excavator
Log Yard Handling with a 360° Rotating Grapple
A timber yard replaced a bucket-and-thumb setup with a rotating log grapple, making stacking, sorting and truck loading faster and safer.
The challenge
Logs of mixed diameters had to be sorted and stacked accurately. With a bucket and thumb, logs rolled and operators needed ground workers to guide loads.
Our solution
- Rotating grapple with 2,300 mm max opening and interlocking tines for bundles and single stems.
- Rotation brake valve so loads hold position during placement.
- Optional grapple saw for cutting logs to length at the stack.
Results on site
- Logs placed accurately without ground spotters
- Single operator for loading and sorting
- Less bark damage than bucket handling
Configuration
| Carrier | 20 t excavator |
|---|---|
| Max opening | 2,300 mm |
| Weight | 1,380 kg |
| Rotation | 360°, M+S motor |
Attachments used
Grapples & Grabs
Excavator Grapple Saw
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