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The Powerhand EX Series is the ultimate heavy duty forestry biomass grapple for installation on an excavator or large crane.
The design has been optimised for tasks such as feeding chippers, handling brash while clearing sites, log handling and general forestry work.
Designed for use on excavators from 6 to 30 tonnes depending on the model, the EX Series is ideal for rigid excavator mounting both direct via a tilt rotator or rigid rotator assembly. Also available for swing link mounting. The grapple legs feature five solid 50mm Hardox tines to excel in this demanding application.
| Model | EX 25 | EX 28 | EX 36 | EX 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (m³) | 0.25 | 0.28 | 0.36 | 0.40 |
| Weight (kg) | 323 | 496 | 652 | 875 |
| Opening (mm) | 1428 | 1412 | 1720 | 1937 |
| Max Opening (mm) | 1641 | 1632 | 1928 | 2137 |
| Open Height (mm) | 873 | 887 | 939 | 1003 |
| Tip to Tip Height (mm) | 948 | 956 | 1067 | 1163 |
| Minimum Gripping Diameter (mm) | 117 | 106 | 128 | 138 |
| Clearance (mm) | 466 | 428 | 472 | 492 |
| Width at Tips (mm) | 560 | 700 | 800 | 880 |
| Excavator Size (Tonnes) | 6-12 | 12-25 | 16-25 | 20-30 |
Specifications from the PowerHand EX Series brochure. Contact us for help matching a model to your excavator.
The EX Series spans four models covering excavators from 6 to 30 tonnes (EX 25: 6-12t, EX 28: 12-25t, EX 36: 16-25t, EX 40: 20-30t) and can also be fitted to a large crane. It mounts rigidly via a tilt rotator or rigid rotator assembly, and is also available for swing link mounting.
It is optimised for feeding chippers, handling brash while clearing sites, log handling and general forestry work.
The grapple legs feature five solid 50mm Hardox tines, built to excel in demanding forestry applications.
Yes. Machinery Specialist supplies the EX Series with parts and support from our South Windsor NSW base. For help matching a grab to your excavator, contact our team or request a quote.
The PFIMX wood grapple is designed with a lightweight yet durable structure for efficient handling of timber of all sizes. Suitable for excavators, backhoe loaders, telescopic handlers, and tractors, it offers strong gripping capability while maintaining excellent manoeuvrability. Its design makes it ideal for forestry operations, log transport, sawmill work, and general timber handling.
Two tip configurations are available to match different working conditions. The OPEN version provides maximum versatility when dealing with irregular or uneven logs, as well as when operating in tight or confined spaces where precision is essential. The CLOSED version offers superior stability and safety when gripping large or heavy logs, making it ideal for loading, storage, and controlled movement.
The hydraulic system operates using a double-acting line, ensuring smooth opening and closing of the grapple for consistent performance. Safety is built in through an integrated block and relief valve on all models except the 1000R, protecting the system during heavy loads. The 1400HD, 1600HD, and 1800HD versions include additional lateral reinforcements along the claws and a double-box reinforcement frame for extra strength during demanding operations.
All PFIMX grapples can be supplied with a turnkey kit that includes a machine-specific mounting bracket and hose kit, ensuring fast installation and immediate use.
| Model | PFIMX-1000R | PFIMX-1300R | PFIMX-1500R | PFIMX-1400HD | PFIMX-1600HD | PFIMX-1800HD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier (tonnes) | 1.5 - 2 | 2 - 3 | 3 - 5 | 4 - 7 | 6 - 9 | 8 - 13 |
| Weight (kg) | 70 | 118 | 138 | 124 | 228 | 260 |
| Capacity (m³) | 0.15 | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.40 |
| Max Load (kg) | 800 | 1500 | 2500 | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 |
| Max Pressure (bar) | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 |
| Dimension A (mm) | 420 | 490 | 590 | 540 | 590 | 660 |
| Dimension B (mm) | 591 | 750 | 860 | 740 | 875 | 1020 |
| Dimension C (mm) | 55 | 120 | 130 | 90 | 120 | 100 |
| Dimension D (mm) | 595 | 670 | 825 | 630 | 780 | 840 |
| Dimension E (mm) | 1000 | 1350 | 1510 | 1435 | 1570 | 1950 |
| Dimension F (mm) | 375 | 440 | 490 | 370 | 400 | 480 |
Specifications from the OMEF PFIMX brochure. Dimensions A-F per the OMEF dimension diagram. Contact us for help matching a model to your machine.
The PFIMX range spans six models covering carriers from 1.5 to 13 tonnes: the R Series (PFIMX-1000R, 1300R, 1500R) suits compact excavators from 1.5 to 5 tonnes, while the HD Series (PFIMX-1400HD, 1600HD, 1800HD) covers 4 to 13 tonnes. Backhoes, telehandlers and tractors can also run PFIMX grapples with the right mounting kit.
Open tips provide better manoeuvrability in tight spaces, while closed tips offer improved stability when handling large or heavy timber.
Yes. PFIMX grapples are available with a turnkey machine-specific bracket and hose kit, ready to work. They run on a double-acting hydraulic line, and most models include an integrated block and relief valve.
Max load ranges from 800 kg on the PFIMX-1000R up to 4,000 kg on the PFIMX-1800HD, with capacities from 0.15 to 0.40 m³ across the range. HD versions feature reinforced claws for demanding forestry applications.
Yes. Machinery Specialist supplies the PFIMX range with parts and support from our South Windsor NSW base. Contact our team for a quote.
Start with your machine's operating weight in tonnes - the sizing guide below maps every model from a 1.5-tonne mini to a 30-tonne excavator. A grab that is too heavy wastes lift capacity; one that is too light will not survive production work.
Compare the grab's max load and capacity against the logs you handle. The PFIMX range lifts from 800 kg (PFIMX-1000R) to 4,000 kg (PFIMX-1800HD); the EX Series handles production forestry volumes with 0.25-0.40 m³ capacity.
Open tips give better manoeuvrability in tight spaces and on irregular logs; closed tips offer improved stability when handling large or heavy timber.
The EX Series mounts rigidly via a tilt rotator or rigid rotator assembly, or on a swing link. PFIMX grapples run on a double-acting hydraulic line and are available with a turnkey machine-specific bracket and hose kit - ready to work on excavators, backhoes, telehandlers and tractors.
For production forestry and daily chipper feeding, step up to the build that lasts: five solid 50mm Hardox tines on the EX Series, reinforced claws on the PFIMX HD models.
| Excavator / Carrier Size | Recommended Log Grab | Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 - 2 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1000R | PFIMX (R) |
| 2 - 3 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1300R | PFIMX (R) |
| 3 - 5 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1500R | PFIMX (R) |
| 4 - 7 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1400HD | PFIMX (HD) |
| 6 - 9 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1600HD | PFIMX (HD) |
| 6 - 12 tonnes | PowerHand EX 25 | EX Series |
| 8 - 13 tonnes | OMEF PFIMX-1800HD | PFIMX (HD) |
| 12 - 25 tonnes | PowerHand EX 28 | EX Series |
| 16 - 25 tonnes | PowerHand EX 36 | EX Series |
| 20 - 30 tonnes | PowerHand EX 40 | EX Series |
Sizing based on manufacturer specifications for the PowerHand EX Series and OMEF PFIMX Series. Backhoes, telehandlers and tractors can also run PFIMX grapples - contact us to confirm your machine.
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