Originally designed for the logger, the portable winch is used in all sizes of logging operations. The tool is used to skid logs to a loading area, to a larger skidder, to pull the skidder cables back for the next load, to assist directional falling, to set rigging poles for large scale cable logging efforts, and for cleaning up after logging operations. Industry observers conclued that every logger or logging team needs a portable winch.
Related uses include : maintaining forest and woodlots, cleaning- up and restoring creeks, moving logs in and around portable sawmills, assisting the falling & clean-up efforts of arborist or tree services, gathering firewood and building log homes. |
