Board of Trustees for Forest Work and Forest Technology
| Board of Trustees for Forest Work and Forest Technology (KWF) |
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| purpose | Promotion of environmental, occupational and consumer protection, science and research as well as owner goals and social demands with regard to sustainable care and use of forests and the use of wood. |
| Chair: | Robert Morigl |
| Establishment date: | 1962 |
| Number of members: | 2500 (March 2015) |
| Seat : | Groß-Umstadt |
| Website: | kwf-online.de |
The Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV (KWF) is a registered, non-profit association and is supported by over 2500 members. The KWF is the competence center for forest work , forest technology and wood logistics in Germany and Europe. The association is based in Groß-Umstadt (Hesse).
history
The KWF was founded in 1962 as a merger of the Technical Central Office of German Forestry (TZF) and the Society for Forest Work Science (GEFFA). It continues the tasks of its two predecessor institutions dating back to 1925/1927 and the Central Office for Forest Technology Tests (ZFP) in Potsdam-Bornim, which was created in parallel after the war. The KWF is the only supraregional institution of its kind, the German central office for the nationwide processing of practice-related forest engineering tasks, both scientific and technical-practical.
tasks
The Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV (KWF) informs and advises all actors in the forest, wood and bioenergy sectors and is available to everyone as a contact. It focuses on the common good and transnationally on the important tasks of securing the future, avoiding accidents and environmental protection. This makes the KWF an example of the joint, division of labor, rational and future-oriented handling of tasks by the federal and state governments.
The KWF is the only nationwide and transnational organization that tests and certifies forest technology , forestry work equipment and protective equipment. It awards the coveted used stamps "KWF-Profi" and "KWF-Standard", the KWF test mark, but also the DPLF and GS marks. The KWF also mediates across sectors between research, practice and industry in the fields of forest, wood and bioenergy. It is also available as a project partner in these areas.
The KWF organizes the KWF conference . It is one of the largest forest trade fairs in the world and takes place every four years at different locations. At various other trade fair events, the KWF also organizes special shows on the topics of forest and wood.
At the association's headquarters in Groß-Umstadt, the KWF organizes specialist forums, seminars, workshops and expert discussions on current topics from forestry practice.
The KWF certification mark
With its forest engineering competence, the KWF is the specialized test center, and awards the following test marks for forestry practice and manufacturers:
KWF certification mark professional
KWF certification mark standard
KWF test mark
Use value test
Originally, all successfully tested forestry work equipment was given a uniform test seal by the Forestry Testing Committee (FPA) founded in 1949 - the so-called "test acorn". In order to better integrate the testing work into the overall work of the KWF, the FPA decided in 2005 to transform the FPA test mark into a KWF usable value mark.
Forestry equipment that has been extensively tested by the KWF has been awarded the utility mark since 2006. Products bearing this test mark have been proven to meet all occupational safety, ergonomic, environmental and economic standards as well as the current state of the art. The exam includes technical measurements, forestry tests and practical surveys. If the result is positive, the responsible forestry inspection committee (FPA) decides on the judgment "FPA-recognized" - if necessary, also on requirements for necessary improvements. The test reports are published on the KWF website. They contain the test results, an assessment and additional information on the area and focus of use.
The utility stamps "KWF-Profi" and "KWF-Standard" have existed since 2010. This was necessary in order to also be used in the growing area of non-commercial users and in special areas such as B. the landscape, wood and tree care to define basic requirements for safety and operational suitability.
KWF professional
The test mark has been awarded since 2010. It replaces the "KWF-use value" symbol that was used until then and the older FPA symbol. The new symbol is identical in content. Forestry equipment that has been awarded this test mark meets the high demands of professional forest work. They go through the complete utility value test and are demonstrably safe, ergonomic, environmentally friendly and economical. In addition, they have proven their suitability for use in twelve-month practical assignments.
KWF standard
The KWF test mark, also introduced in 2010, bears the word “Standard”. All test objects go through a complete utility value test. In any case, all safety aspects must be met in full and according to the same criteria as with "KWF-Profi". "KWF-Standard" is specially designed for products that set themselves apart from the high demands of professional forestry use. This relates - depending on the product group - to the materials used, wearing comfort, performance weight, ease of use and the like. The criteria for this are continually adapted to the current state of the art. The aim is that even occasional users - for example those who buy firewood or the like - can rely on tested security in a price segment that is sufficient for their purposes.
KWF test
The KWF test mark is awarded to products for which individual technical features have been successfully tested: e.g. B. Measurement accuracy for crane harvesters, function of tire pressure control systems, outdoor suitability of mobile data recording devices, standard quality for special fuels. The test mark names the tested feature.
Occupational safety
Technical work equipment must be marked with "CE". The manufacturer thus confirms that the basic safety requirements and relevant legal provisions have been met. The KWF advises manufacturers and users and carries out EC type tests.
The KWF is a certified GS test laboratory and can check compliance with the safety requirements of machines and devices. As part of the German Test Center for Agriculture and Forestry Technology (DPLF), it awards the GS mark or the ET mark.
International
The KWF exams are not limited to Germany, but are internationally oriented. This is guaranteed by the participation of the KWF in the ENTAM test center network. Experts from European partner institutions participate in the KWF's test committees and ensure that the test is relevant for all of Europe. The range of institutions involved ensures compliance with special requirements for tested technology, for example under alpine conditions or in flatlands. This gives the KWF tests European relevance.
The eight specialist departments focus on their work
Protective gear & clothing
- Testing and testing of personal protective clothing, such as B. chainsaw protection trousers, helmets, safety shoes, etc., and forest workers personnel cars on utility value, occupational safety and environmental compatibility
- Formulation, provision and testing of occupational safety measures
- Technical decision-making aids for procurement and use
- Evaluation and implementation of research results in the field of ergonomics
- Participation in standardization , guidelines and regulations for accident prevention
- EC type examination of cut protection for use when working with chainsaws
- Technical advice to manufacturers and forestry practice
- Test committee " safety equipment "
Forest equipment & tools
- Examination and testing of forestry equipment & tools, such as B. chainsaws, wedges, felling aids, hunting equipment, etc., on utility, occupational safety and environmental compatibility
- Safety checks: EC type, GS mark, assessments
- Technical decision-making aids for procurement and use;
- Contract reviews: market surveillance, consumer protection, product launch
- Participation in standardization
- Technical advice to manufacturers and forestry practice
- KWF test committee "Equipment and Tools"
Forest machines & accessories
- Testing of working machines for timber harvesting, such as B. harvesters, forwarders, etc., as well as relevant accessories on utility value, occupational safety and environmental compatibility
- Technical decision-making aids for procurement and use
- Investigations into engineering special questions for forestry practice
- Participation in standardization
- Technical advice to manufacturers and forestry practice
- Coordination of the German forest machinery standards committee and participation in other relevant standardization bodies
- KWF test committee "forest machines"
Forestry work processes & technology assessment
- Investigation of work processes and forest engineering systems
- Provision of decision support for the assessment and improvement of forest engineering systems
- Dissemination of recommended process engineering
- Conception and organization of the excursion within the framework of KWF conferences and KWF theme days
- KWF Working Committee: Silviculture and Forest Technology
Wood logistics & data management
- Development and maintenance of data standards and standard interfaces in the wood logistics chain (ELDAT, StanForD, PapiNet, Geodat)
- Supervise application projects with partners from Germany and other European countries
- Technical addition to the investigation of work processes and forest engineering systems as well as the development of potential uses from forest management
Bioenergy & material cycles
- Provision and dissemination of specialist information on the topic of energy wood and energy wood harvesting for forestry practice
- Creation of market transparency about the technical offer in the field of bioenergy
- Conception, organization and implementation of special shows on the subject of bioenergy as part of the KWF trade fair work
- Expansion, networking and initial advice on the subject of bioenergy with a focus on solid fuel wood
- KWF working committee: Network Wood Energy
Information & Marketing
- Organization of special shows at forest fairs
- Conception, technical organization and implementation of the KWF conference
- Provision of forest technology information for forestry practice
- Stimulating, evaluating and promoting innovations in forestry technology
- Creation of the annual forest machine statistics (sales figures of harvesters, forwarders and forest tractors in Germany, Austria and Switzerland)
- close cooperation with the KWF company advisory board
Occupational safety & qualification
- Evaluation and implementation of research results in the field of ergonomics
- Accident statistics and accident analysis
- Implementation of the work results of the KWF, particularly with regard to the qualification of forest workers, forest entrepreneurs, small private forest owners, operations managers and trainers
- Collection and provision of teaching and learning materials for training, further education and training
- Coordination of the quality management system of the German-speaking forest educational institutions
- KWF working committees: people and work as well as forest educational institutions
- REFA forestry expert committee
KWF conference
The KWF conference is one of the largest forest demonstration fairs in the world. It is the largest forest demo fair in Central Europe and takes place every four years at different locations. The KWF conference traditionally consists of three elements - the KWF-Expo (forest machine and novelty show), the specialist excursions and the specialist congress.
| year | place | Conference topic |
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| 1964 | 1st KWF conference in Lüneburg | Establishment of existing stock - technical possibilities and new ways |
| 1966 | 2nd KWF conference in Freudenstadt | Bringing wood |
| 1968 | 3rd KWF conference Bad Homburg vor der Höhe | Technical possibilities to improve profitability in forest operations |
| 1971 | 4th KWF conference in Bayreuth | Work and company organization when using machines |
| 1973 | 5th KWF conference in Trier | The forest, the people working in the forest and forest technology |
| 1975 | 6th KWF conference in Braunschweig | Thinning |
| 1977 | 7th KWF conference Schmallenberg | Farm structure and mechanization |
| 1981 | 8th KWF Conference Kassel | Establishment of stands in the low mountain range |
| 1985 | 9th KWF conference in Ruhpolding | Forest-friendly timber harvest |
| 1988 | 10th KWF conference Heilbronn | Forest care - investment for the future |
| 1992 | 11th KWF conference in Koblenz | Forest work in transition |
| 1996 | 12th KWF conference in Oberhof | Forest technology for near-natural forest management |
| 2000 | 13th KWF conference in Celle | Forestry in harmony with people, nature and technology |
| 2004 | 14th KWF conference in Groß-Umstadt | Process orientation in forestry - new technology, new partners, new thinking |
| 2008 | 15th KWF conference Schmallenberg | Forest technology live in storm wood |
| 2012 | 16th KWF conference in Bopfingen | Fascination with forestry - win by working together |
| 2016 | 17th KWF conference Roding | Forests - People - Markets Forestry naturally benefits! |
| 2020 | 18th KWF conference Schwarzenborn (Knüll) | Experience forestry |
KWF theme days
With the KWF theme days, a new KWF event was launched in 2010. It is aimed at a specialist audience and takes up a current topic. KWF theme days have the profile of the proven KWF conference . However, they only have one focus and take place on a much smaller scale.
| year | place | theme |
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| 2010 | 1st KWF theme days Dierdorf | Soil protection when using forest machines in the timber harvest |
| 2013 | 2nd KWF theme days Stralsund / Rügen | Environmentally friendly management of wet forest sites |
| 2015 | 3rd KWF theme days in Groß Heins / Verden | Small forest - what to do? Sustainable management of small forest areas |
| 2017 | 4. KWF theme days for couples in Glien / Havelland | IT solutions for forestry |
| 2019 | 5th KWF theme days Richberg / Schwarzenborn (Knüll ) | Forest development today - new ways to logistics |
Web links
Individual evidence
- ^ Statutes of the Board of Trustees for Forest Work and Forest Technology eV (12/2013) p. 5
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 5
- ↑ The KWF test mark on kwf-online.de ( Memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ KWF conference opened in 2012; forstpraxis.de ( Memento of the original from September 24, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ Trade fairs with the participation of the KWF on kwf-online.de
- ↑ Bernhard Hauck: FPA / KWF-Prüfarbeit im Wandel der Zeiten, AFZ - Der Wald, 19/2012, p. 8/9
- ↑ New KWF “Semi-Professional” test mark for protective equipment (kwf-online.de) ( Memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link has been inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ KWF test mark "Profi" on kwf-online.de ( memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ KWF test mark "Standard" on kwf-online.de ( Memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ KWF test mark on kwf-online.de ( Memento of the original from July 9th, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ CE and GS mark on kwf-online.de ( memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ International testing work of the KWF ( Memento of the original from July 9, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 13
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 17
- ↑ Board of Trustees for Forest Work and Forest Technology eV - Activity Report 2014, p. 22
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 29
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 33
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 37
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 42
- ^ Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik eV - Activity report 2014, p. 45
- ↑ History of the KWF conference ( Memento of the original from January 20, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ^ History of the KWF theme days
