Battery-powered compact lifts likely will be an expanding and permanent fixture in tree care, though it’s too early to know to what extent and which technology may prevail. Depending on who you talk to, battery-powered compact (or tracked) lifts are [...]

Morbark’s Rayco 1800AWL articulated loader sports a 24.8-hp Kubota D1105 diesel engine. The company recently changed the gasoline engine in its Boxer 375 from a 20.5-hp, carbureted, gasoline engine to a 25.0-hp, electronic fuel injection (EFI) engine for a 25% [...]

A fall-arrest system is intended to stop the lift operator in the event he or she falls or is knocked out of the bucket. This TCIA staff photo was part of a demo staged by Stanley Tree Service and Cranes101. [...]

Prevention of damage starts with proper safety procedures. Drive a tracked lift with outriggers open whenever possible, especially on uneven terrain, to prevent a tip-over. Photo courtesy of Tracked Lifts. The experts – those who make and sell compact lifts [...]

This chipper is being rebuilt at Bandit. People who still run older machines usually have had a great maintenance program, keeping up on regular service and replacement of worn parts. Photo courtesy of Bandit. There are few reasons why your [...]