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Hetronic for Canadian Forestry
Hetronic for Canadian Forestry

Forestry

Engineered for Canada's Forestry Equipment and Conditions

From the dense woodlands of British Columbia to the rugged logging operations of Eastern Canada, Hetronic Radio Remote Control systems are built to withstand the harsh, variable environments of the forestry industry. Whether you're operating cable skidders, skyline yarders, harvesters, or chippers, Hetronic remote controls deliver safe, precise, and efficient control of critical machinery—keeping operators out of harm’s way while improving productivity and uptime.

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With decades of experience in radio remote control systems, Hetronic leads the way in forestry automation by integrating advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technologies into rugged, field-proven transmitters.

Designed for continuous operation in wet, cold, dusty, and vibration-heavy conditions, Hetronic systems are configurable to support the full range of forestry machinery. Optimized for:

  • Cable skidders

  • Skyline yarders

  • Grapplers

  • Carriages

  • Harvesters

  • Forwarders

  • Forestry excavators

  • Forest cranes

  • Wood chippers

  • Other

Worker using a Hetronic radio remote in Forestry
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Key Features and Performance Advantages

  • Enhanced Operator Safety
    Operate heavy forestry machinery from a safe distance, reducing exposure to hazardous zones and increasing situational awareness.

  • Video Feedback Integration
    Available on the NOVA series, live video transmission (up to 300m range*) provides a direct visual of the equipment’s work zone for safer, smarter decision-making.

  • Multi-Axis and Proportional Control
    Precision control with configurable dual- and triple-axis joysticks, paddle levers, and toggle switches designed for complex machine functions.

  • Customizable HMI
    Transmitters feature intuitive layouts, tactile feedback, and color displays with real-time operational data—customized to match specific machine logic and jobsite workflows.

  • Built for Harsh Conditions
    Engineered to resist extreme shock, vibration, humidity, dust and temperature — ideal for year-round Canadian logging conditions.

  • Productivity-Driven Design
    Reduce fatigue and improve job cycle efficiency with ergonomic transmitter designs that simplify operation of multi-function forestry equipment.

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Built to handle the demands of modern forestry, Hetronic remote controls help loggers work smarter, safer, and more efficiently.

Explore Hetronic in Forestry to find the right radio control solution for your application.
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