Log Grapple Opening Width and Load Shape Guide
Grapple selection depends on the shape and behavior of the load. Log diameter, bundle size, irregular branches and center of gravity all affect opening width, tine geometry and carrier stability.
Start with the real job
Do not select equipment from one maximum number. Describe the normal job, the hardest condition and the limits around the work area. This makes quotations easier to compare and reduces configuration changes later.
Details to confirm
| Single log or mixed bundle | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
|---|---|
| Minimum and maximum diameter | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
| Load length and balance | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
| Required grapple opening | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
| Carrier lift capacity | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
| Hydraulic flow and coupler type | Measure or describe this item before selecting the final machine or attachment. |
Simple selection process
- Record the application and working environment.
- Measure the key load, depth, height or access limits.
- Check the machine and attachment as one system.
- List optional items and supplier assumptions separately.
- Approve the final specification before production.
Inquiry checklist
- Single log or mixed bundle
- Minimum and maximum diameter
- Load length and balance
- Required grapple opening
- Carrier lift capacity
- Hydraulic flow and coupler type
Common questions
What information should be sent with an inquiry?
Send the application, working conditions, required dimensions, destination and any limits that affect access or operation.
Can one specification suit every site?
No. Terrain, material, duty cycle, attachment and local operating conditions can change the suitable configuration.
When are final specifications confirmed?
Final specifications are confirmed in the technical quotation and order documents before production.
See the related MERI product range or send us your application details.