Technoeconomic Analysis of Conventional Logging Systems Operating from Stump to Landing

Technoeconomic Analysis of Conventional Logging Systems Operating from Stump to Landing
Author: Raymond L. Sarles
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Total Pages: 28
Release: 1986
Genre: Animals in logging
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S2A technoeconomic analysis of timber harvesting systems was conducted to obtain key information for estimating long run supply trends of roundwood materials from eastern woodlands. Productivity and cost factors for six stump-to-landing systems were developed from operational data for 47 harvesting operations. Technical factors and the effects of financial considerations were also assessed. Combined with the productivity and cost factors, they provided better perception of the forces impacting long run roundwood supplies and logging contractors' business options.S3.

System 6 Alternatives

System 6 Alternatives
Author: Bruce G. Hansen
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Total Pages: 622
Release: 1984
Genre: Hardwoods
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S2Three system 6 mill-size alternatives were designed and evaluated to determine their overall economic potential for producing standard-size hardwood blanks. The study focused on developing standard discounted cash flow measures. Internal rates of return ranged from about 15 to 35 percent after taxes. Secondary effort was directed at providing accounting cost summaries to facilitate cost comparison of standard-size blanks with rough-dimension stock. Cost per square foot of blanks ranged from about $0.88 to $1.19, depending on mill size and the amount of new investment required.S3.