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Our FAQ section covers the challenges and solutions in mechanised forestry, providing insights from real-world experiences.

Where did the idea for DC Equipment first begin?

The business was founded by Dale and Christine Ewers after experiencing firsthand the challenges and dangers of steep-slope logging through their own operation, Moutere Logging.

How much did the Falcon Claw improve safety for Moutere Logging crews?

The mechanised grapple carriage helped reduce health & safety incidents by 87.5% by removing workers from the dangerous “breaking-out” phase of logging.

How far has DC Equipment grown from its Brightwater beginnings?

What started in Brightwater, New Zealand, now exports forestry equipment across New Zealand, North America, Canada, Chile, Australia, and beyond.

How many Falcon Winch Assists have been built worldwide?

Since launching the first Falcon Winch Assist in 2012, DC Equipment has built more than 300 machines globally.

See our equipment in action

Madill 4000 tracked logging machine with a mechanical arm cutting logs in a forest.Blue Falcon Claw forestry equipment with mechanical arm on forest ground under clear blue sky.