Tree Harvesting Techniques

The introduction of chain saws and tractors in the early 1950's marked the beginning of a change in tree harvesting techniques from the old manual methods to mechanized operations. It was followed by a rapid evolution both technically and systematically. Hence, the requirements for improved kno...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Staaf, A., Wiksten, N.A. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht Springer Netherlands 1984, 1984
Edition:1st ed. 1984
Series:Forestry Sciences
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Tree Harvesting — General
  • Planning of Tree Harvesting
  • Environmental Features Influencing Tree Harvesting
  • Tree Harvesting Techniques
  • Felling
  • Delimbing
  • Bucking
  • Debarking
  • Bunching
  • Chipping
  • Transports of Timber in Terrain
  • Tree Harvesting Techniques Applied in Five Basic Methods
  • Work Studies
  • References