Tractor grapple
ImpleMax Equipment Co., of Bozeman, Mont., has introduced a line of tractor grapples that can turn a standard farm tractor into a logging machine.
The grapple was designed for farmers, ranchers and others who want to manage their land and supplement their regular income through part-time logging.
The grapple is constructed with lightweight, durable T1 steel. Its tongs can grasp a single log or group of logs from 7.6 to 76.2 cm in diameter. The grapple can be used instead of skidding machinery and winch systems that require each log to be cabled and can be easily manoeuvred around and in between standing trees. The tongs and lift are controlled by auxiliary hydraulic circuits which are standard on most tractors. The grapple can be installed on tractors with a Category I and II three-point hitch.
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Two models are available, fitting a range of tractors from 25 to 110 hp. Both feature a built-in heeling bar that allows the operator to lift loads clear of the ground, back up, turn at right angles and place loads where they’re needed – in stacks or on sawmills. The grapple is controlled from inside the cab, so the operator doesn’t need to dismount to handle materials. For the name of yoour nearest dealer or for a video showing the grapple working, contact: ImpleMax Equipment Co. Inc. 200 S. 15th Ave., Suite 18, P.O. Box 549, Bozeman, Mont., 59771-0549; tel.406-587-2662.
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Zillion Imports of Winnipeg are selling the British-made Bridela fire blanket. The blankets are made of woven glass fibres that resist temperatures of 650oC. They can be used to protect family or to smother fires. The blankets are prices at $69.95. Contact: Zillion Imports, 404, 374 Edmonton St., Winnipeg, Man. R3B 2L3; tel. 204-944-2817; fax. 204-942-6516.
Hand portable radio
Maxon, America, Inc. has introduced a scanning hand portable radio with four or 16 channels available in VHF or UHF frequencies. The portable is based on Maxon’s SP-2000 series, but adds scanning software with priority channel scan and look back channel capabilities to increase the radio’s versatility. Per channel programming of tone signalling helps customize the radio. Options include a choice of single or dual unit chargers, slide-on batteries, keypad for use with telephone interconnect systems, speaker-microphone and a mini-VOX headset and control unit for hands-free operation.
Contact: Sales department, Maxon America, Inc., 10828 N.W. Air World Drive, Kansas City, Mo., 64153.
