CHPS Features

Current CHPS Version: 1.6 (Release Notes)

• Fast and easy to use.
• Efficient planning using multiple Yarder locations and Profiles.
• Auto-placement of profiles around Yarder locations, including solving for feasible Profiles.
• Manual placement or shifting of Yarders and Tailholds.
• Modelling of Running, Live, and Standing Skyline, plus High-Lead and Multi-Span System Types.
• Calculation of key variables such as maximum and average payloads, rigging length requirements and average and maximum haul distances.
• Use of environmental constraints to monitor special areas.
• Configurable for local settings and equipment (Yarders, Carriages and Cables).
• Comprehensive reporting (maps, excel and PDF).
• Utilize contours and DEMs for terrain data.
• Add in GPS survey points to augment existing terrain data.
• Reduce risk for forest managers and harvest contractors.
• Comprehensive Online Help.
• Support for ArcGIS 10.2 to 10.7