Steve Bullman

stihl has launched its first 12” cut-off machine in the AP System. Suitable for hardscaping, construction and pipework, the TSA 300 combines impressive cutting performance with a compact and well-balanced design. Developed with precision in mind, the TSA 300 features variable speed control and creates a significantly narrower cutting kerf compared to petrol models such as the TS 410, resulting in greater battery efficiency and cutting accuracy. Compared with the TS 410, the TSA 300 is lighter, more compact and features less vibration too, for even better handling. Like all AP System batteries and tools, the TSA 300 features a robust design and construction suitable for demanding professional applications, while remaining at a low weight of 8.3 kg (with battery). With a maximum power output of 2.5 kW when used with the recommended AP 500 S battery, this versatile machine is ideal for quickly cutting roofing tiles, bricks, metal and paving blocks up to a thickness of 110 mm. When the trigger of the TSA 300 is released, the wheel slows to a stop in under 4 seconds, with the braking energy being recuperated to the battery for greater efficiency and longer working times. The TSA 300 also benefits from STIHL’s power boost technology, a feature that regulates the power input from the battery to increase cutting performance whilst protecting the machine from overheating. A new magnetic filter protects the internal components from metal dust ingress, resulting in reduced downtime and easier maintenance. The TSA 300 is compatible with the Smart Connector 2 A, a smart device that plugs directly into the control module of the machine, sending maintenance reminders to the operator’s smartphone via Bluetooth. For more information on STIHL’s range of cut-off machines, please visit www.stihl.co.uk.

APF 2024 Spans 4000 years of Woodland Technology APF 2024 will give visitors a unique opportunity to see tools, skills and equipment being demonstrated that cover a period of over 4000 years and looking far into the future. From prehistoric times you can watch a dug-out canoe being made using nothing but a log, fire and axes. Traditional construction skills are on display producing Oakbeams using adzes and hand saws. Ancient woodland craft skills are on display producing coracles, clogs and charcoal burning amongst 30 other crafts. See horse logging in action and try and control a huge timber horse. As technology developed in the 1940’s and 50’s chainsaws began to replace axes and crosscut saws, The development of the chainsaw can be seen with a fantastic display of vintage saws. See the very latest chainsaw simulator which you can try using in complete safety. Sit in the cab of a virtual harvester and try your hand at driving half a million pounds of forest machinery There will be the latest drone technology being demonstrated which can apply insecticides or spread fertiliser to inaccessible woodland. This is all in addition to more than £80 million of the very latest, state of the art machinery, tools and equipment, much of it shown working. APF 2024 is a great celebration of forestry, woodland, trees and timber. The show is taking place om the 19/20/21st September at Ragley Estate, Alcester, Warwickshire. Over 300 exhibitors and 25000 visitors are expected over the three days of the event. Tickets cost £25 on the gate and children under 16 get in free. Contact APF Exhibition Email: [email protected]. Tel: 01428 723545 Website www.apfexhibition.co.uk

stihl has launched the KMA 200 R, its most powerful battery-powered KombiMotor to date. With even greater power than the largest petrol KombiEngine, the new AP System KMA 200 R offers professional landscapers unrivalled performance and versatility. stihl KombiMotors are compatible with over ten robust attachments, including a brushcutter, pole pruner, sweeper brush, blower, edgers and hedge trimmers. With a maximum power output of 1.5 kW, the KMA 200 R boasts 50% greater power compared to the KMA 135 R and 7% higher power than the petrol KM 131, allowing the most power intensive tasks to be completed at a faster rate. The optimised controls of the KMA 200 R allows users to cycle between 3-speed settings and best match the RPM to the task at hand, as well as maximise battery working time. The maximum RPM output of the KMA 200 R is 9500, 1000 RPM higher than the KMA 135 R, also resulting in higher performance. In addition, its adjustable loop handle can be moved easily along the shaft for greater comfort while working, and the harness attachment point can also be adjusted for perfect balance too. For brushcutting applications, the KMA 200 R must be used with the new FSS-KM attachment. The FSS-KM features a wider 45cm cutting diameter, meaning grass and tough material to be cut with greater speed and efficiency. In addition, the new KombiMotor is compatible with STIHL’s Smart Connector 2 A. The connector plugs directly into the control module of the machine to collect useful operating information. The stihl Connected App can collect this information via Bluetooth and process it to create bespoke maintenance schedules, as part of a wider fleet management system. For more information on STIHL’s range of professional tools, please visit www.stihl.co.uk.

Along with clogs, coracles, charcoal, oak swill baskets, hazel hurdles & many more Sussex Pimps will be coming to APF 2024 taking place on the 19/20/21st September at Ragley Estate, Alcester, Warwickshire. Sussex Pimps are just one of the huge range of traditional woodland crafts being demonstrated at APF 2024, the UK’s largest and most exciting woodland, forestry, trees and timber show. The woodland crafts area at the event has the most comprehensive range of woodland crafts you will see anywhere in the country. Over thirty craftspeople will be demonstrating rarely seen skills such as clog making, coracles, charcoal burning, wheelwrighting, tent peg making, hazel whisket baskets, oak swill baskets, willow baskets, hazel hurdles, chair making, cane & rush seating, dugout canoes, rake making, willow weaving, pole lathe turning and many more. The craftspeople will be delighted to explain more about their crafts and many will be happy to let visitors have-a-go. Visitors will be able to watch the British Horse loggers and their majestic timber horses in action and get a chance to try their hand at holding their reins. In addition to the 300 exhibitors there are many other exciting activities that visitors can see and do including axe throwing, tree climbing, chainsaw simulator, lumberjacks, chainsaw carvers, fencing, forwarder driving, harvester simulator and poleclimbers. If you want to know what a Sussex Pimp is come along and see for yourself! Advance tickets are £22.50, £25 on the gate and children under 16 get in free. Contact APF Exhibition Email: [email protected]. Tel: 01428 723545 Website www.apfexhibition.co.uk