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Wood chippers are versatile and powerful tools that can help you clean up your yard, get rid of unwanted branches and debris, and even create mulch. However, with so many different types and models available, it can take time to know which one is right for your needs. Here’s a look at the 7 factors…
Wood chippers are powerful machines that can make quick work of tree branches and limbs. Homeowners, landscapers, and arborists commonly use them to dispose of yard waste, create mulch for gardening, or as a part of their tree maintenance tasks. If you are considering whether to buy or hire a wood chipper, there are several…
If you work in an industrial setting, you know that having the right tools can make all the difference. One piece of equipment that is essential for many industries is an industrial grinder. These powerful machines can be used for various tasks, from shaping metal to preparing surfaces for painting. But with so many options…
A common question asked of me is “when should I service my chipper?” Generally, we see a brand new chipper at 50 hours for its first service, at which time we change the engine oil and filter, the hydraulic filter, check for any leaks or potential issues and adjust the clutch. After that it’s common…
Like all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), you should regularly maintain and clean Clogger chainsaw pants and chaps to ensure that they remain fully functional. Regular maintenance will also extend the life of your Clogger chainsaw protective apparel. Clogger products use a range of advanced textiles and fibres that have various finishes and coatings. These all…
Wood chipper operators are now able to carry chipper blades safely thanks to the range of BES chipper blade carry boxes available through Tree Care Machinery. For many years wood chipper owners carried spare blades in cardboard boxes, towels, wooden blocks, wrapped in some type of tape or nothing at all. These methods provided little…
A revolution in eye safety is on its way. While many of us are aware of the possible risk of eye injuries, the most important aspect of prevention involves the use of safely glasses. Men are more likely than women to sustain an eye injury but very few men wear adequate eye protection when at…
It’s really common to find that some of the most neglected parts on a wood chipper are the blades and the bed knife or anvil. These parts of your chipper are actually the sole reason you purchased the big beast of a machine in the first place. Without them it’s just 3-tons of fuel guzzling…
What is equipment inspection? The periodic and regular checking & documenting of equipment’s condition. What equipment needs to be inspected? All PPE (personal protective equipment). Anything that is used as life support or for holding loads such as harnesses, ropes, ascenders, descenders, fall arrest devices, carabiners etc. Why should I get my equipment…
History The Red Bull Branched Out competition has been running for 3 years, each year being held in Australia. The first year it took place in Balranald, Victoria, last year was in Wellington, New South Wales and this year’s event is in Kapunda, South Australia. Climbers travel from all around the world to take part…
Date: May 18 – 21, 2019 Location: Alice Springs Convention Centre
Tree Care Machinery recently ran a Facebook competition over the course of two weeks that allowed participants the chance to win a brand new Protos Integral Arborist Helmet valued at $465. We were only able to pick one winner but after receiving so many great photo entries, we thought it would be a good idea…
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Brush feeding into a chipper has the potential to snag either winch cables equipped with the chipper itself or, separately, climbers’ ropes found in the gear of tree care professionals and pull either of them into the rotating chipper knives. You must exercise extreme caution to prevent this because the knives can grab and pull…
Follow these steps to start and stop a Husqvarna chainsaw to ensure safe usage and a longer life for your chainsaw Activate the chain brake before starting the chainsaw. When starting your chainsaw with a cold engine, set the choke control in the choke position. Press the air purge 5 or 6 times. Press the…
If your Husqvarna chainsaw is run by a two stroke engine, it always needs to be fuelled with a mixture of gasoline and two stroke oil. Follow these steps to mix two stroke oil and unleaded gasoline for your Husqvarna chainsaw. First make sure that you mix accurately. Never refuel while the chainsaw is running…
How to Fit the Bar and Chain on a Husqvarna Chainsaw Learn how to fit the bar and chain on your Husqvarna chainsaw Wear safety glasses and gloves. Disengage the chain brake. Remove the bar nuts and the clutch cover. Remove the spacers and discard. Fit the bar over the bar bolts and move it…
