The world is turning its eyes to British Columbia, where T-MAR Industries has unveiled the first Hybrid-Electric Logging Yarder. The Campbell River-based company, with more than 40 years in forestry equipment, has made history by creating a game-changing machine built to transform the logging industry.
Innovation Years in the Making
After five years of dedicated research and development, T-MAR proudly introduced the 7280E Hybrid Electric Drive Yarder. The technology mirrors the way hybrid cars exchange power, but on a much larger scale. Unlike traditional machines, it eliminates clunky mechanical parts like transmissions, clutches, and brakes, making it more efficient, powerful, and easier to maintain.
Power Without the Excess
Vice president Tyson Lambert explained that the new yarder uses five electric motors delivering an impressive 2,900 horsepower. Despite this power, its energy consumption is expected to be far lower than conventional yarders, striking the right balance between performance and sustainability.
Redefining a Forestry Backbone
Logging yarders have been essential to forestry since the 1920s, relied upon for their ability to haul timber across B.C.’s rugged terrain. Now, as the industry faces an aging workforce and fewer newcomers, simple-to-operate and efficient machines are more important than ever. T-MAR’s hybrid-electric innovation could not be timelier.
Global Attention on Campbell River
The debut has already drawn global attention. Industry experts from the United States, New Zealand, Germany, and Chile traveled to Campbell River to witness the machine firsthand. Many expressed strong interest in adapting the hybrid yarder for their own operations, signaling the potential for worldwide adoption.
A New Era for Logging
The 7280E Hybrid Electric Drive Yarder is about to begin its first real-world deployment. All eyes are on B.C. to see how it performs in action. If successful, this breakthrough could mark a new era in forestry technology, balancing power, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
