Steve Bullman

The Organisers of APF 2024 have just announced their 200th exhibitor booking for the event taking place at Ragley Estate, Warwickshire on the 19/20/21st September 2024. Serra Sawmills have confirmed their attendance for the first time. Exhibition Secretary Ian Millward commented “We are delighted to welcome Serra Sawmills to the APF show for the first time. The 3800m of demonstration frontage is now 85% booked and more bookings are coming in every day. The show’s reputation for being the place to demonstrate your products and equipment and sell them into the forestry, woodland, arboriculture is a major attraction to exhibitors given they will have a targeted audience of 23 000 visitors. We are well on course to match the 300 exhibitors we had at APF 2022.” In addition to the 300 exhibitors and £80 million of machinery visitors will be able to see a bigger than ever range of events and competitions including the Husqvarna World 25m pole climbing championships , the A W Jenkinson and Tilhill European chainsaw carving championships, the British fencing championships, APF Tree climbing challenge, UK forwarder driving championships, the APF UK Lumberjack Championships, traditional woodland crafts and horse logging demonstrations. For further information please contact Ian on 01428 723545, email:[email protected]. Website: www.apfexhibition.co.uk

While 2024 won’t be the first time the renowned FSI range of stump grinders will be showcased at Westonbirt Arboretum, this year’s Arb Show will be the company’s debut under the banner of FSI Stump Cutters UK Ltd. New name, same industry-leading portfolio of engine, hydraulic and PTO-powered stump grinders, an expert team and your chance to win a 3-month free hire of an FSI B21 - all to be found on stand E10/E11 this May. Following the formation of the new strategic subsidiary at the end of 2023, it’s been a busy few months for the FSI UK team, establishing a nationwide network of dealer partners to provide expert advice, sales and support across the FSI range. The Arb Show 2024 will bring together a number of these new distribution partners alongside a wide selection of machines. As the world’s only dedicated stump grinder manufacturer, FSI provides the solution for stumps of all shapes and sizes, in all situations and on all types of terrain. The FSI B31 promises to be one of many stand highlights. At just 74cm, this narrow-access tracked stump grinder is ideal for sites with restricted access, promising powerful performance with enhanced manoeuvrability, stability and a low centre of gravity. The hydraulic drive of the cutting head all-but eliminates daily maintenance, reducing operating costs and resulting in less time in the workshop and more in the field. Another popular model with professional arborists is the FSI B21. This easy-to-operate pedestrian unit features a 14hp engine and pivoting cutter arm, delivering a 90cm sweep and cutting depth down to 25cm below ground. Visitors to stand E10/E11 will also have the opportunity to enter an exclusive Arb Show competition for the chance to win a free 3-month hire of an FSI B21 stump grinder! Full details, terms & conditions can be found by speaking to the FSI UK technical team on hand across the two days.

As an extension to our hybrid range, we are delighted to announce the launch of the TW 280FTR HYBRID, 8” fixed tracked diesel hybrid wood chipper. Providing the same reduction in emissions and fuel consumption as its innovative road tow counterpart, the TW 280FTR HYBRID has been designed to safely meet the off-road challenge for arborists and specialist contractors. “It has long been clear that diesel is a favoured fuel for the tree care industry, so extending our DPF-less diesel hybrid powertrain into our 8” fixed track chipper was a natural step, allowing for greater choice with reduced emissions and fuel consumption with unrivalled simplicity”, said Chris Perry, Timberwolf’s Managing Director. Key features of the TW 280FTR HYBRID include: Self-charging system when operating No diesel particulate filter (DPF) WolfTrack Dual Speed Tracking System (Low speed: 2.5kph High speed: 5 kph) Integrated track recovery system Bluetooth connectivity through App based platform for comprehensive machine telemetry Anti-vibration folding operator control platform 3-year warranty as standard with the option to extend to 5 years Timberwolf simplicity built in Available to order from the 2nd April 2024 from all UK authorised Timberwolf Dealers and selected overseas Distributors, the TW 280FTR HYBRID will be presented at the ARB Show on the 17th and 18th May. To arrange a demonstration please contact your local Dealer or for further information please visit the Timberwolf website: https://timberwolf-uk.com/book-demo/