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  • On-site charging capability is just one of the concerns to overcome as the industry transitions to battery-powered chain saws and other power tools.
    November 1, 2024

    Powering the Transition to Battery OPE

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    Last November in a TCI EXPO ’23 presentation, I explored the merits of battery-powered outdoor power equipment (OPE) and posed the question: Is it time to seriously consider transitioning to battery-operated tools? Initially, the Rooted Arbor Care team and [...]

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  • Jeff Jepson
    November 1, 2024

    An Arborist’s Companion: Jeff Jepson on Climbing, Writing, Death and Birds

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    Eight years ago, my best friend and now business partner gave me a copy of “Knots at Work” for my birthday. This gift came just a month into my journey into the captivating world of tree work. As an [...]

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  • Powering the Transition to Battery OPE
    October 28, 2024

    Powering the Transition to Battery OPE

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    In a TCI EXPO ’23 presentation, the author explored the merits of battery-powered outdoor power equipment (OPE) and posed the question: Is it time to seriously consider transitioning to battery-operated tools?

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  • The M18 Fuel 20-Inch Dual Battery Chainsaw. All photos courtesy of the author.
    August 1, 2024

    Milwaukee M18 Dual Battery Chainsaw – Pivotal Tool for Tree Care?

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    This review reflects the thoughts and opinions of the reviewer as user and does not constitute or imply an endorsement of the product referenced, nor is it an endorsement of any specific company, product or service. Every entity or individual [...]

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  • November 1, 2023

    Is It Time to Start the Transition to Battery Chain Saws?

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    As recently as 10 years ago, the typical industry stance on Single Rope Technique/Single Rope System (SRT/SRS) was pessimistic at best, and the idea of outfitting tree crews with mini skids was seen as a major waste of resources. It’s [...]

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