SATCO design and manufacture a range of cutting-edge forestry and logging attachments. From Directional Felling Heads with built-in Loading Grapple capability to high-performance Harvesting and Processing Heads, SATCO delivers robust, reliable, and innovative solutions engineered specifically for the demands of modern forestry operations.

Based in Tokoroa, New Zealand, SATCO has built a strong reputation as a 100% New Zealand-owned manufacturer committed to quality, performance, and durability. Every attachment is designed and built in-house by a team with decades of hands-on experience in the forestry sector. This local expertise allows SATCO to understand the real-world challenges faced by loggers, from steep terrain and heavy timber to extreme weather conditions, and to engineer solutions that excel in these environments.

Grapples

Weight
1050kg

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195cm/16cm

Carrier Size
16-24 tonne

Weight
1200kg

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195cm/16cm

Carrier Size
16-24 tonne

Felling

Weight
1550kg

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95cm/10cm

Carrier Size
16-24 tonne

Weight
2150kg

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128cm/12cm

Carrier Size
24-40 tonne

Fixed Felling

Weight
1770kg

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85cm/8cm

Carrier Size
16-25 tonne

Weight
1750kg

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120cm/15cm

Carrier Size
16-25 tonne

Weight
3350kg

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123cm/12cm

Carrier Size
24-35 tonne

Weight
?? kg

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??cm/??cm

Carrier Size
?? tonne

Weight
1800kg

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66cm/8cm

Carrier Size
16-24 tonne

Medium Processors

Weight
2350kg

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52cm/5cm

Carrier Size
16-24 tonne

Weight
3180kg

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70cm/5 cm

Carrier Size
20-29 tonne

Weight
3600kg

Open/Close
80cm/5cm

Carrier Size
24-35 tonne

Large Processors

Weight
4020kg

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100cm/7cm

Carrier Size
24-40 Tonne

Weight
4052kg

Open/Close
100cm/7cm

Carrier Size
24-40 Tonne

Weight
4400kg

Open/Close
100cm/7cm

Carrier Size
24-40 Tonne

Comprehensive Product Range

SATCO products cover the full spectrum of forestry applications. The Directional Felling Heads (such as the SAT420 and SAT630 series) combine powerful felling capability with an integrated loading grapple, enabling operators to fell, control, and load stems efficiently with a single head. These heads are particularly popular for their precision, stability, and ability to improve productivity while reducing the need for additional equipment.

For mechanised harvesting, SATCO offers a range of Harvesting and Processing Heads. Models like the SAT316, SAT323, SAT324HD, and SAT630E deliver excellent delimbing performance, high feed speeds, and accurate length measurement. Whether working with plantation pine, eucalyptus, or native hardwoods, SATCO heads are built to maintain high uptime and consistent performance across varying tree sizes and species.

All SATCO attachments feature heavy-duty construction using premium materials and components. Key innovations include hose-through-centre rotation systems for reduced hose wear, powerful grapples with excellent grip and durability, and robust frames designed to withstand the rigours of daily commercial logging.

Built for Reliability and Performance

What sets SATCO apart is the attention to detail in design and manufacturing. Every head is rigorously tested in New Zealand conditions before leaving the factory. This real-world validation ensures operators receive equipment they can trust in tough environments.

SATCO attachments are also designed with serviceability in mind. Easy access to wear parts and straightforward maintenance procedures help keep machines running longer and reduce downtime, critical factors that directly impact profitability for contractors and forest owners.

Global Reach, New Zealand Quality

From its manufacturing base in New Zealand, SATCO supports a growing international network of distributors and service partners. The company has established strong presence in key forestry markets including New Zealand, Chile, Australia, and the USA. Local support teams in each region provide sales, genuine parts, technical service, and operator training, ensuring customers receive the same high level of support no matter where they operate.

Why Choose SATCO?

  • New Zealand Designed & Manufactured – Proudly Kiwi engineered for global conditions
  • Innovative Features – Hose-through-centre, strong grapples, precise delimbing
  • Durability & Reliability – Built tough for high-production logging
  • Dedicated Support – Global sales and service network
  • Proven Performance – Trusted by professional loggers worldwide

Whether you need a versatile directional felling head for steep terrain work or a high-capacity processing head for large-scale plantation harvesting, SATCO offers purpose-built attachments that maximise productivity while minimising operating costs.

SATCO continues to invest in research and development to bring new innovations to the forestry industry. With a clear focus on quality manufacturing and customer support, SATCO remains a trusted partner for logging contractors and forest owners who demand the very best from their equipment.