Steve Bullman

Laurel

Curing disease is going to benefit no one unfortunately

Its good you've recognised the need to do something proactive. hang in there mate

Stihl a topping saw to me and always will be ?

i'm sure you'll find the odd one about. Chainsaws are likely to be as just as you'll get them. Thats usually the case at the shows, with the 3 or so main dealers all competing for sales on the bigger items, perhaps looking to make up their losses on sundries.

Ariens Company gathered all their dealers for Countax, Westwood, Ariens and ECHO at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire on the 12th September for their annual dealer meeting. The theme of the meeting was ‘Shifting Gears’ and the day was led by Darren Spencer, Vice President for EMEA and Asia, beginning with talks on the new products available early in 2019. These included the Ariens Zenith, the largest zero turn in the portfolio, aimed at the commercial market. The new Countax C40 and Westwood T40 garden tractors were also launched along with an interchangeable cassette system attachment which allows customers to scarify and sweep their garden and grounds. The new range of ECHO Lithium Ion 58V outdoor power tools was also on display for dealers to try including chainsaws, brushcutters, hedgetrimmers and an innovative walk behind 21” lawn mower. The new product introductions are in keeping with Ariens Company’s policy of ‘continuous improvement’ Following a short introduction, the day was structured to provide dealers with ample time to demo products and to introduce useful tools to help grow their business. There were various breakout sessions, which included a Marketing Update and focus on the latest innovative marketing tools available to dealers, including the announcement of the Ariens Market Hub. The Hub is a revision of Ariens highly innovative ‘Marketing Materials Site’, a system that enables dealers to order customised marketing materials, merchandise and promotional items. At the core of this is the latest multi-brand leaflet which allows dealers to customise their own catalogues. “This year’s dealer meeting has been a great success with excellent attendance,” says Darren Spencer, “our dealer network is at the heart of our business, so it is imperative that we provide them with a new generation of products, services and sales tools to best serve the end user.” During the afternoon session dealers were given the opportunity to test a range of machinery including the new C40 and T40 garden tractors, the Zoom, Ikon, Apex and Zenith zero turns and the complete range of ECHO outdoor power tools. As the UK distributor for ECHO, this was the ideal opportunity for Ariens to showcase the new 58V Lithium Ion battery series comprising hedgetrimmer, power blower and brushcutter. Each dealer was also encouraged to show off their driving agility by entering the Zero Turn challenge for a chance to win a Supercar Driving Experience track day and the prestigious ‘Zero-turn Cup’! During the day the Ariens Dealer Advisory Council (DAC) led a closed discussion with dealers exploring industry issues and ideas to support the dealer network. The DAC will work with Ariens Company over the coming 12 months to devise action plans to counter these issues. Anyone wanting information on how to become an Ariens Company dealer can e-mail Matt Wilson: [email protected] or call 07793 169280 View full record

Friday for me and Saturday if needs be

Thats a nice looking helmet, what is it?

APF 2018, by far the largest arboricultural in the UK is only 8 days away. Taking place on the 20/21/22 September at Ragley Estate, Warwickshire, around 320 exhibitors and 23 000 visitors are expected over the three days of the show. At least half of all the show visitors are professionals working in the arboricultural and tree care industry. It is the place to come to check out the latest machinery and equipment in action and see if it can do what the glossy brochures claim and compare every major manufacturer’s equipment working side by side under realistic conditions. Around £50 million of equipment and 2.5 miles of working machinery will be on show. Every woodchipper and MEWP manufacturer or retailer will be there showing their machines in action. Husqvarna and Stihl will be demonstrating their latest models and developments in computerised and cordless technology. Their technicians will be on hand to help and advise on any technical issues you might have. In the Forest Worker Zone you can get free professional development coaching (worth over £60 per hour),advice on career development and experts will advise on general chain sharpening and chainsaw maintenance. FISA will be running daily demonstrations of the latest tree felling techniques, especially dealing with diseased Ash and Lantra will be demonstrating the latest climbing techniques and offering help with any safety and training issues. NPTC can give advice on certification matters. The Arboricultural Association and the Consulting Arborist Society will offer help with all professional matters. There are many training companies exhibiting where you can get advice on a wide range of training courses. When it comes to new kit you really will be spoiled for choice with all the big name suppliers exhibiting whether you are in the market for some new trousers, the latest climbing kit, a new rope or a new saw. There will be many new, innovative products on show. With all the competition in one place you can be assured of very keen prices and secure a great deal. When you want a break from shopping how about trying your hand at poleclimbing? Husqvarna are once again sponsoring the World 25m poleclimbing Championships with over £4000 in cash prizes and Husqvarna equipment to be won. There are both Expert and Tree Surgeon classes depending on your level of experience. Details and entry forms can be found on the Competitions and Events page of the website. Stihl Timbersports returns to the APF this year with its six disciplines including the mighty Hot Saw with its chain speed of 240 Km per hour, that’s 140 miles an hour! If you have ever fancied doing more than just cutting branches with your saw then take some time to watch Europe’s top 25 chainsaw carvers in action in the A W Jenkinson and Tilhill Forestry European Championships With UK tree health such a major issue at the moment there will be a series of seminars led by the Forestry Commission with the latest news, research and bio security measures on subjects including, Xyella fastidiosa, OPM and Ash dieback. Tickets will be available on the gate at £22 but you can save a lot of money by buying online in advance. A one day ticket is £18, a two day ticket £30 and if you buy 10 or more the price is just £16 each. Online tickets sales close on Sunday 16th at 5pm. There really is too much to see and do in one day so why not stay over? There is an on-site campsite just 400m from the show at just £15 per person per night. Full details of exhibitors and events can be found on the website www.apfexhibition.co.uk or email: [email protected] Tel: 01428 723545 View full record

I don't think it necessarily works like that. maybe for a time. But cheap trousers will deteriorate pretty quickly once they get a few holes in them, whereas a trouser with a better quality rip stop fabric will keep going on and on

which ones? I only see type A or type C on their site

What are the targets if the tree were to fall? It appears to be in quite large grounds. A bad picus test isn't particularly an order to fell a tree, however if its in an area where it could cause damage to the public and such an incident occurred with you knowing in advance the tree was compromised, then I suspect you could well find yourself liable. i'll pm you an idea of the price.

Hi Rina, Where abouts are you based? Do you have any reason to suspect there is decay in the tree? Any fungus visible at the base? I carry out Picus testing and may be able to help.

I don't think you'll be disappointed. Not sure why it isn't more popular to be honest

There’s enough of a shortage in this country as it is. I wonder if they are getting more to export it?

Yep, cut and tie away

Its not live yet

Looks like a Russet apple?

How thorough was the test? Surprised he only found one syndrome.

Thanks for sharing. Never knew it was from the juglans family

Don't know anything about the rates over there so wouldn't be entirely fair to comment, but 18k seems a bit on the excessive side. @RC0 what do you think?

in 22 years of tree work and countless Willow pollards, I can count on 1 hand the amount that didn't come back. As Mick said above though, nothing is guaranteed. The growth will be more manageable yes. It would be a case of removing the regrowth every few years