As one might expect, the maintenance and care of battery-powered chain saws is easier and less expensive than that of their gasoline-powered counterparts. Other than bar and chain maintenance, which is essentially the same with a gas-powered saw, maintenance for battery-powered saws pretty much boils down to keeping the battery charged and properly cared for. […]
This is the first in a two-part series on storm cleanup. Part two goes beyond climbing and addresses pre-storm preparations, working with other companies and more. On a good day, climbing is a challenge. On a bad day, it’s hazardous. But following a storm, climbing to clear away fallen trees presents a clear and present […]
Think brush mowers and mulchers are merely for right-of-way or land-clearing work and may be too expensive to justify for your tree care business? As the old song lyrics go, “It ain’t necessarily so” (from “Porgy and Bess,” song by George and Ira Gershwin). In this article, we’ll explore techniques and practices for safely using […]
“Buying a used aerial lift is like buying a used car.” That’s how several of the sources for this article described the buying experience. The big difference is that you’re actually buying two used pieces of machinery – the chassis and the lift. However, they all agree that with some due diligence, a buyer should […]
A compact lift is only as safe and effective as its operator can make it – often a challenging task, especially in awkward or downright dangerous situations. And as much as manufacturers of this equipment are champions of their brands and the equipment’s efficacy in accessing tight spots, they also are to a person adamant […]
