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Creator:: Butler, David A., LeDoux, Chris B., and Oregon State University. Forest Research Laboratory
Abstract:: The authors describe a new,theoretical methodology for evaluating the replacement of a single piece of logging equipment with a predetermined new model. The example is for a specific piece of equipment and gives results unique to the data-base analyzed, but the application typifies procedures, required data, and results of the...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Olsen, Eldon D., Gibbons, Daniel J., and Oregon State University. Forest Research Laboratory
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Kellogg, L. D. (Loren D.), Olsen, Eldon D., and Oregon State University. Forest Research Laboratory
Abstract:: The production rates and costs of harvesting smallwood were determined for a small yarder (Koller K-300) operating under variable conditions: the size of the crew, the addition of a skidder to swing logs from the landing, and the type of harvest method-employed, either conventional or hot thinning (simultaneous felling and...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Kellogg, L. D. (Loren D.) and Oregon State University. Forest Research Laboratory
Abstract:: Research on skyline machines and techniques currently available for yarding smallwood is reviewed. Three categories of machines are discussed: used yarders (with a low initial cost) adaptable to smallwood, new and versatile yarders (with a high Initial cost) manufactured in the United States, and new, foreign-built yarders (with a low...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

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