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  • May 1, 2022

    Integrating a Grapple Crane into Your Operation

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    Purchasing a grapple crane is a big financial commitment. One way to help pay for it is by taking on storm cleanup. TCIA file photo courtesy of Bofinger's Tree Service. The owners of five tree care companies that employ grapple [...]

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  • April 1, 2022

    Two Aerial-Lift Rescue Methods

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    An arborist aloft is using a sharp hand saw to remove small branches. The saw slips during a cut and inadvertently cuts the arborist’s forearm. The wound is deep and renders the arborist disabled, but conscious. TCIA staff photos. As [...]

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  • October 1, 2021

    Not for Nothing, but Knots Come in Very Useful

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    The most important criteria of any rigging knot is to make sure it is tied, dressed and set before use. This means tying the knot in the right way, then aligning all the parts to function properly. TCIA staff photo. [...]

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  • September 1, 2021

    Integrating a Grapple Crane Into a Tree Care Business

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    "Increases in safety, speed and efficiency have impacted every part of our business," says Joe Pipitone, whose crews are seen here using their grapple crane to clear a utility line. All photos courtesy of Joe Pipitone. This article looks at [...]

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  • September 1, 2021

    TCI Magazine Booth to Feature Unboxing Ring for New Products Such as the Petzl Eject

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    Over the course of three days, each product will be “unboxed” and reviewed, usually by a third-party end user not affiliated with the manufacturer brand. TCIA staff photo. TCI EXPO, TCIA’s annual conference and trade show, will be held in [...]

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