Recently, reports of root and collar rot in Eucalyptus nitens in South Africa have been increasing. A research paper published earlier this year entitled “Hybrid vigour in Eucalyptus increases resistance against Phytophthora root rot” found…
University of Stellenbosch MSc graduate Gerald Taziwa recently successfully defended his MSc thesis exploring the topic of calibrating rotation age for eucalyptus species to optimise economic returns for transmission pole and plywood production from greenfield plantations…
AstaChem is the leading Malaysian chemical manufacturer of formaldehyde, adhesive resins, specialty chemicals, hardeners, and fillers, catering to various industries, including forest products. It provides a high-quality products and innovative solutions to meet the needs…
“If you’re considering purchasing woodworking machinery, it’s important to do your research, compare features and prices, and consider factors like customer service and support before making a decision”, advises Leon Fourie of the CMC Group.…
For 23 years, technical developments, advanced materials and exciting product innovations and concepts have been the focal point of the Interzum awards, organised every two years by Koelnmesse and Red Dot for the furniture supply…
Woodworking machine specialist Michael Weinig reports that it agreed at the end of March to acquire majority shares in HIT Maschinenbau and HIT Keilzinkentechnik. The move will add automation and mechanisation to Weinig’s portfolio while…
The Worx Jawhorse workbench offers hands-free clamping with over one tonne of clamping force. The jaws securely clamp items from 1mm up to 880 mm thick. It has a durable all-steel construction and a tripod…
Cape Nature, Helihack, Husqvarna, local landowners, and others collaborated in an alien vegetation clearing initiative in South Africa’s Bosmansbos Wilderness area in the Langeberg Mountains in April around Earth Day. You can read more on…
Minister Barbara Creecy says Carbon Budget regulations are being developed to address the submission and processing of industry climate change mitigation plans. She says the country must battle both loadshedding and climate change. “It is…
The earth and its ecosystems provide us with life and sustenance. Divan Vermaak of Husqvarna says the slightest effort on our part, from recycling, re-using and reducing our use of plastic items to planting a…
