Mechanized Harvesting in Canada - Past, Present, Future : Seminar on the Use of Multifunctional Machinery and Equipment in Logging Operations

1993

Unselbständiges Werk

8975

200085003

The presentation is an overview of mechanized forest harvesting in Canada, east of the Rockies, with some reference to coastal British Columbia operations. A brief description of the Canadian forest is followed by a look at the evolution of forest mechanization leading to the current situation, followed by a projection of future systems and machine populations. Environmental concerns as well as ergonomic and safety issues are addressed. Information is given on advanced technologies required for tomorrow's machines.