What's New

April/May 2006

	Husqvarna 575XP & 570 With New X-Torq Husqvarna has released two revolutionary new chainsaws that increase efficiency and productivity. The 570 (68cc; 3.6kW/4.9hp) and 575XP (74cc; 4kW/5.4/hp) are equipped with Husqvarna’s patented new “X-Torq” engine, which delivers higher torque over a wide rpm range compared to a standard two-stroke engine – resulting in up to 10% more cutting power at low rpm, providing better performance and greater cutting capacity. Combined with Husqvarna’s unique low emission “E-Tech II”, the 570 and 575XP reduce emissions 60% and fuel consumption 20%. They are also equipped with Husqvarna’s Air Injection system that removes up to 97% of dust before it enters the air filter, resulting in smoother operation, longer intervals between filter cleans and reduced engine wear. Husqvarna’s LowVib anti-vibration system uses heavy-duty steel springs to separate the handles from the engine. Husqvarna’s Smart-Start system decompression valve reduces the resistance of the starter cord for easy starting. The new design features a smooth underside with a rounded starter cover and well-protected controls for comfort and handling. Felling tasks are made easier and more accurate as the saws feature coloured directional felling marks. The new front handles providing more room for the left hand making felling and limbing applications easier, and asymmetrical rear handles provide better support for the right hand with comfort inserts for an improved grip resulting in reduced operator fatigue. All Husqvarna saws feature an inertia chain brake. Husqvarna OPE is distributed from: Corner Debenham & Chivers Roads, Somersby (Locked Bag 18, Gosford) 2250; (02) 4372 1500 F: (02) 4372 1322 W: www.husqvarna.com.au.
	Komatsu GZ4000 - World First Strato-Charged Chainsaw Komatsu Zenoah’s GZ4000 is the World First Strato-Charged Chainsaw, which meets stringent EPA regulations without the need for a catalytic converter. This innovative design utilizes 87% of the parts from the existing G3800 resulting in lower manufacturing costs, commonality of spare parts and minimal Dealer inventories. The High Mileage, low-emission “Strato-Charged” engine is mounted! You can save up to 30% of your fuel cost. Furthermore, as it was achieved without a catalytic converter, which generates extra heat of damaging engine, engine reliability I not compromised. The hybrid engine case assures heat dissipation for machine durability. At the same time, weight and costs are minimised by this hybrid case. The quieter design, has been achieved by a giant muffler, resulting in a noise level of only 100.5dB(A) at full throttle while cutting. The GZ4000 boasts a 40.1cc “Strato-Charged” engine generating 1.8kW (2.5hp) and is equipped with 310mL fuel & 210mL oil tanks, and weighs in at 4.3kg Powerup Lawncare Products has more information on this professional chain saw and can be contacted at: 11 Sodium Street, Narangba 4504 (PO Box 603, Redcliffe 4020); 1300 363 027 (07) 3385 4949 F: (07) 3385 4985 W:www.rgs.com.au E: powerup@rgs.com.au.
	Shindaiwa 446s Small Pro Saw Shindaiwa’s new 446s is the eleventh (and latest) addition to the company’s chainsaw range. Initially designed for pro fellers performing thinning operations, the 446s is a commercial unit that fits into a displacement and weight range also popular with home firewood cutters. The engine has a chrome-plated vertical cylinder with 2-ring piston and top quality bearings. The die-cast crankcase is vertically split and every mating surface and bearing bore is accurately machined. If something breaks, users can replace just that one part, not the whole case. The 44.6cc unit incorporates standard Shindaiwa features like anti-vibration, boot-mounted carburettor (with winter & summer settings), one-piece ignition and choke-throttle interlock for fast starting. The saw also has an easy grip handle, low-recoil, “Sure Start” system that won’t jerk your arm, and a no-snag, double-post inertia chain brake with glass-filled hand guard that also functions as a heat shield. The 446s chain adjustment screw is angled at 45° for easy access. The 446s weighs 4.5kg, produces 2.2kW and can drive guide bars from 14”-18”. PowerUp is located at: 11 Sodium Street, Narangba 4504 (PO Box 603, Redcliffe 4020); 1300 363 004 (07) 3385 4949 F: (07) 3385 4985 W: rgs.com.au.
	New Tanaka Top Handled Saw Parklands has released the new Tanaka TCS-2801S top-handled chainsaw. The TCS-2801S has a 28cc engine that produces 1kW (1.3hp). The saw only weighs 2.9 kg, providing an extremely good power-to-weight ratio of .345. The saw can handle a bar length of up to 12”, but comes with a 10” as standard. An optional carving bar is also available for sculpting and orchard maintenance. Extremely well-balanced, the unit has a well-positioned centre of gravity and will not swing around when pulled up on a rope (as when tree pruning). A finger holder provides the user greater stability and added comfort. The saw features a piston-ported engine—for more even running on idling in all positions and to prevent stalling. The carburetor and filer are located at the back, in the cleaner part of the saw, to reduce maintenance. A side access chai-tensioner allows the easy chain adjustment from the side case. Chain oil supply adjustment is located on top of the unit. The H/L screw and idle speed adjustment screw are also located on the top for convenience. The TCS-2801S comes with Tanaka’s unique S-Start, for quick and easy starting. S-Start reduces the required pull force by 60%. The TCS-2801 is backed by Tanaka’s five year limited homeowner warranty (12 months for commercial users). For more information, contact: Parklands Power Products, 106 Belmore Road (PO Box 213) Riverwood 2210; (02) 9584 7700 F: (02) 9153 9122 W: www.parklands.net E: management@parklands.net.
	Yanmar Lubricants Yanmar’s new range of lubricants has been designed specifically to handle the extremes of Australia’s rugged environment. Yanmar Monograde SAE 30 CC/CD and 40 CC/CD oils are available in containers from 1L up to 20L. The new Yanmar engine oils are backed by a complete line-up of genuine Yanmar engine oil filters. Keeping a tight reign on engine operating temperature, Yanmar has also developed a specialised long-life organic Coolant for its range of diesel power plants. With up to a 3-year or 1,000h lifespan, the Yanmar Diesel organic coolant is suitable for all diesel engines. The full range of Yanmar genuine service parts and accessories is available through the nationwide network of Yanmar Dealers. Yanmar is imprted by Power Equipment Pty Ltd: Block A/Unit 3-5, Slough Business Park, Janine Street, Scoresby 3179; (03) 9764 0711 F: (03) 9764 0678 W: www.yanmar.com.au.
	ROPS Now Standard on John Deere Z-Trak John Deere has equipped its Z-Trak range (717A, 727A, 737, 757 Mid, 797 Max, & 997 Diesel) with standard 2-post folding Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and retractable seat belt. The folding ROPS will enhance operator safety while providing ample clearance when loading and unloading enclosed trailers. Adjustment is easy and can be made from the operator's seat so the ROPS structure can easily be returned to an upright and locked position with seatbelt attached when low clearance is not required. The move will better allow Dealers and Operators to fulfil their common-law “duty of care” and OHS responsibilities. Other Z-Trak refinements include: a larger heavy-duty adjustable Ogura clutch (737, 757 Mid & 797 Max-Frame). New 717A, 727A, 737 and 757 Mid Z-Trak Mowers now come with standard dual-element, canister, dry replaceable heavy-duty air-cleaner with secondary safety element. This filtration system pulls cleaner air from above the engine, in turn filtering out the dust that can damage an engine over time. All John Deere Z-Traks feature the exclusive “7-Iron” Mower Deck, the full floating deck provides a powerful vacuuming action to lift grass before cutting, allowing the Z-Traks to handle more material and finish with a professional, groomed appearance. To create a premium effect, a turf roller “striping” kit is available for all side-discharge decks. John Deere’s Australian headquarters is located at: 166-170 Magnesium Drive, (PO Box 2022) Crestmead 4132; (07) 3802 3222 F: (07) 3803 6555 W: www.deere.com.au.
	Oleo-Mac 925 Top Handle Saw Parklands has released the Oleo-Mac 925. The top handle saw is powered by a 25.4cc engine, which provides 0.9kW (1.2 hp) power. This lightweight (2.8 kg) unit is compact and well balanced for operator comfort making it ideal for pruning and arbor maintenance. Features include an “Easy-on” start-up system, with double springs, for quick starts without engine kickback. This is assisted by a solid-state digital ignition. A primer device assists start-up when engine is cold and after long periods of downtime. The enhanced nylon air filter keeps fine dust from entering the carburettor. The filter is easy to clean and keeps its filtering capacity for a long time. A large ergonomic handgrip and special anti-vibration system, with three rubber supports, make extended use a lot easier on the operator. Other features include an adjustable mechanical oil pump and side-mounted chain tensioner for easier access and faster tensioning. The automatic oil pump is driven by the clutch drum, to allow the oil to be pumped only while working. For added safety, a palm safety lever, on the handle, prevents involuntary acceleration. The unit comes with a lanyard hook for hanging—ideal for use when the operator climbs up a tree. An optional carving bar, with stellite tip, can be used with a 1/4” chain for finer and more accurate cuts. Parklands Power Products office & warehouse is located at: 106 Belmore Road (PO Box 213) Riverwood 2210; (02) 9584 7700 F: (02) 9153 9122 W: www.parklands.net.
	New Stihl Back-Pack Blower Range Until now most commercial users have stuck with hand-held blowers because of the presumed awkwardness and discomfort of backpack systems, plus, of course, the significant price differential between the two types of blowers. Stihl, however, believes that its new range of backpack units will change that. The three Blowers are powered by a 64.8cc Stihl “4-Mix” engine that combines the benefits of 4- and 2-stroke technology (50:1 mix) for fast acceleration, added power, impressive torque and increased fuel efficiency. The range has a variety of price points and power ranges. The entry point unit is the BR550. It offers an excellent opportunity for hand-held blower users to upgrade to a new backpack for only about $800. BR550 weighs only 9.7kg and delivers air speeds of 320km/h at a volume of 900m3/h at the nozzle. For operators like Councils and Government contractors needing to minimise noise emissions, the BR500 nozzle incorporates an effective muffler that reduces noise levels to only 65dB(A) without unduly sacrificing performance. It is slightly more expensive ($850), slightly heavier (9.9kg) and generates 292km/h with a volume of 810m3/h at the nozzle. With a RRP of about $900 the BR600 is most powerful unit in the new range. At 9.5kg it has one of the best blowing-power-to-weight ratios in the industry and is Stihl’s most powerful blower ever producing air speeds of 324km/h at a volume of 1210m3/h at the nozzle. Stihl’s new quick-mount comfort harness takes less than 15-seconds to put on removing most of the difficulties and inconvenience surrounding repeatedly putting on and removing a back-pack unit through the course of a working day. Any minimal time loss is more than made up with the doubling of productivity generated by the additional power. An estimated three minutes of extra set-up a day is offset by an average 30 minutes saving in operating time. Plus the ultra low-vibration backpack design result in far less stress on the operator’s lower back and wrists and minimises exposure to workplace vibrations. For more information, contact Stihl’s new Australian head office located at: Kingston Park Court, (PO Box 74 MDA) Knoxfield 3180; (03) 9215-6666 F: (03) 9763 4423 W: www.stihl.com.au.
	Windsor Super-Solid Guide Bars Designed with the ‘big timber’ faller in mind, the new Windsor Super-Solid Guide Bar is about to reach the Australian market. The Super-Solid Guide Bar features a new 11-tooth .404” replacement sprocket in a solid body bar. The high quality sprocket nose components are the best the industry has to offer. The wide-nose concept increases boring capacity making the bar ideal for working in big timber. Available in two very popular lengths, 20 and 25” with both Stihl and Husqvarna mounts, the bar will be cream in colour and feature the well-respected Windsor logo. Distributed in Australia by Briggs and Stratton, the bar will be launched at the AgFest Field Days in Tasmania in early May. Contact Briggs & Stratton for more information at: 8 Dansu Court, Hallam 3803 (PMB 5048, Dandenong 3175); (03) 9796 4900 F: (03) 9702 3606 W: www.briggsandstratton.com.au.

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