New company, new name – with old history!
As announced earlier this year RUTHMANN Group, a Germany based globally leading manufacturer of truck-mounted and track-based compact aerial work platforms, acquired its long-standing sales and service partner ReachMaster, Inc in July 2021 through its US subsidiary RUTHMANN North America L.P to form the new company RUTHMANN REACHMASTER North America L.P. The company recently presented […]
Job Site Incident: Responding to Trauma Emergencies
Incidents, or unplanned events that may result in human injury or property damage, are an unfortunate consequence of tree work. It does not have to be this way and we must strive every day to minimize the possibility, but still incidents occur at a much higher rate than experienced in many other professions. The majority of […]
DICA to Feature Equipment Setup for Solutions for Arborists
December 16, 2020 – Guthrie Center, IA DICA will showcase products designed for tree care applications during the TCI Virtual Summit, January 13-15, 2021. The event is being held in an online platform where education sessions and tradeshow networking can occur in real time. DICA will feature its SafetyTech® Outrigger Pads in Medium Duty, Heavy […]
Leguan Lifts Oy appoints Avant Tecno USA as a new distributor for the North American Market
Avant Tecno USA and Leguan Lifts have formally announced their partnership and distribution plans for the North American market. Beginning in October 2020, Avant Tecno USA and select dealers in their extensive network will begin promoting, selling and servicing the Leguan 190 spider lifts designed for tree care, heavy-duty professional and rental use. According to […]
Some Things About Slings
Synthetic slings have certain advantages over steel or wire chokers. What are the advantages, you ask? Synthetic slings: Cinch tightly around the load, giving extra security during lifts. Do not rust. Experience minimal twisting and spinning during lifting. Are lighter in weight to permit ease of rigging. Provide low risk of crew members being struck […]