Steve Bullman

looks a nice job simon

nah they were too badly shook unfortunately, no use at all

well if my ring count was anywhere near accurate then the tree was a mere 173 years old. our original estimate was based on the age of the building as our only guide

yes it does seem a waste! still......my customer is in the firewood game, not furniture so i guess his main concern is getting in stock.

it was horrendous.....but all those jap trucks seem to have the same problems. seen the canters get stuck on barely damp grass before now

think it was round about 300....will count the rings tomorrow when we fell the butt

i would assume so. it was a TPO'D tree so im sure the tree officer would have stipulated a replant.....not in my remit though

all going for firewood, other than the slab im going to take off the bottom for a garden table:001_smile:

maybe im just tiny:biggrin:

thats the one mate. when i got back to start the job i was thinking it looked a lot smaller than i remembered....sure change your mind when you're up it though! 020 came out for a half dozen cuts before i gave up on that idea! used the 341 mostly and took the depth gages down as i needed the cutting speed for those big horizintal limbs. just looked at some of the video footage and like a numpty i had the lens orientated sideways...will rotate it but it may mess up the dimensions a little

cheers guys. it was a steady job...for me anyway. one limb at a time then the groundies would clear it, all the brash went straight into the mobile incinerator...so a lot of hanging around for me. the stumps coming out next week i believe, big vermeer in for the job. pics were taken by gavin mostly...he visits here occassionally

Been working on this Cedar the past couple of days. It was initially a bit of a contentious subject, the customer wanted the tree out whereas we wanted to thin and take some end weight out here and there. After climbing it however i was happier about the removal. There were many fracture points and included unions all over the tree, and the fork just above the wound was an accident waiting to happen. Video will give a better picture once its edited.

she'll like the food part

not had any experience with the double cab, the single cabs are nice trucks though...one thing though, i'm guessing the double cab is going to be extremely poor off road...and way i say off road in this case i mean dry grass!

missed keeps banging on aboutme taking her to wales.....cant see her doing that though!

it hasnt gone un-noticed, thanks

well i assume by new, he meant the latest model/shape, however long thats been around for

does anyone on here have experience with the new citroen? i ruled them out when i was looking at buying a new truck due to my past experiences with the fiat ducato(which was essentially the same as the citroen back then), but the guy from tipmaster i was talking to at capel seems to rate the new ones

i find it most irritating that people cant follow a few extremely easy to understand and simple rules

plippy, please remember to post off topic threads in the lounge, general chat is for tree related subjects

if im honest......although the stihl sticker is cool...i think it looks kinda out of place mate

cruel dave, cruel happy birthday rob

PRESS RELEASE - 6 May 2010 THE ARB SHOW : FILLING UP FAST Bathurst Estate, Cirencester Friday 11 and Saturday 12 June 2010 With just five weeks’ to go before the Arboricultural Association’s 12th annual trade fair, over 70 exhibitors have signed up for the Arb Show this June. One of the most popular events in the arborist’s calendar, this year’s Arb Show promises not only a great deal of specialist arb products and services, but a busy programme of practical demonstrations, a new ‘open to all’ tree work challenge, and great networking opportunities. “We’re looking forward to another great show, and with so many exhibitors – both old and new – coming along, plus informative practical demonstrations and interesting workshop sessions, we’re confident in giving visitors a valuable day”, says Nick Eden, Director of the Arboricultural Association. New products, new exhibitors More than 70 trade stands have been booked for the Arb Show to date, with regular exhibitors being joined this year by new suppliers and service providers. Among the exhibitors, main event sponsor STIHL will be showing new chainsaws and PPE for treework professionals, and its technical experts will give advice and guidance from its popular Technical Centre. STIHL is also offering a set of its latest PPE to a lucky winner of the Free Prize Draw open to everyone registering at the Arb Show this year. ForestandArb.com (Winchester Garden Machinery), will be launching a new climbing rope made for them by Marlow. WASP is a 13mm high tenacity polyester rope that comes in 25, 35 and 45 metre lengths – all with spliced eyes. The highly visible yellow with black fleck makes the rope a perfect choice for the arborist industry. New exhibitor, Cumberland Industries supply and manufacture access platforms and will be launching their new Iveco 4 x 4 at the Arb Show, and another new exhibitor, Justsaws will be showing its range of mobile sawmills. Sorbus have added the range of Oregon chainsaw spares & forestry products to further improve the comprehensive choice available to customers. Oregon personnel will be on their stand (D2) to offer advice and assistance. They also plan to launch the renowned range of Japanese ARS pruning products at the show. Another exhibitor, Saturn Machine Knives have this year branched out into Arb gear. Under the name of Northern Arb Supplies they have launched a new arb shop based in Sheffield as well as a new online shop, and invite arborists to visit them for unbeatable prices. Service providers at the show range from training companies and colleges to recruitment agencies and insurance providers, including new exhibitor the Wiltshire Friendly Society who provide income replacement insurance, helping its members insure against loss of income through illness or accident. Demonstrations and displays One of the key benefits of attending the Arb Show, is the chance to see practical demonstrations and to talk to some of the arboricultural industry’s leading experts, equipment and service providers. Among the practical demonstrations taking place, Fletcher Stewart will be showing its extensive range of arborist equipment, including the new RC Rigging devices, and an air spade at work in arboriculture. The Tree Climbers’ Forum is again back at the show and will give visitors an opportunity to try arborist equipment and talk through their experiences with the experienced team on hand. The popular construction site feature, will again replicate a common work-site scenario, and demonstrations will include Abbey Pynford ‘s ‘Housedeck’ foundation system. Join in and win! No Arb Show would be complete without some competitive spirit, which this year is provided by the 3ATC (Arboricultural Association Arborist Tree Challenge). Open to all, and with no less than four categories to entice every level of competitor, this year’s Challenge replicates a straightforward Work Climb, where competitors just need to complete a set of target zone tasks. Sponsor of the event, arbjobs.com have got together a great range of prizes, and with an entry fee of just £10 competitors have the chance to win some top gear from some of the industry’s leading retailers. Commenting on the event, Nick Pott from arbjobs.com said : “We have made the 3ATC competition much more straightforward this year, and already have a good number of competitors signed up, from Novice climbers to Experts, as well as Seniors and the real specialists signing up for the Premier class. Our promise of great prizes, and opening up more entry categories with a simplified Work Climb format is clearly aimed at encouraging as many entries as possible. Of course, getting rid of the dreaded log shift will help even more to join in!” The 3ATC competition will be open on both days of the Arb Show; entries can be made on the day but it is recommended to enter in advance. Visit the 3ATC website for full details and an entry form: http://www.3atc.com. Small price, big value With plenty to see and genuine value to be taken away, the Arb Show is a real must-do for anyone in the professional tree care sector. The Arboricultural Association is encouraging visitors to the Show, promising a valuable day out at a very attractive ticket price. Entry costs just £8 per adult (£7 with an Arb Show leaflet) or £5 for students/unwaged (subject to SU card/UB40). A two-day ticket is also available for £10.00. Entry is free to members of the Arboricultural Association showing their current membership card; join the Association at the Arb Show and your entry fee will be refunded. Advance tickets are available for group bookings of 10 or more at a discounted rate of £5 per person, and advance group bookings must be made by 21st May 2010. For more details on The Arb Show, or to find out about more about the Association’s work and benefits of joining, visit: http://www.trees.org.uk or Tel. 01242 522152.

PRESS RELEASE – 11 May 2010 NEW PRODUCTS & EXHIBITOR ACTIVITIES AT THE ARB SHOW : 11 AND 12 JUNE 2010 The following exhibitors have advised they are launching new products or running special show promotions at this year’s Arb Show. Contact details provided. Arboricultural Association (Organiser) Press contact : Jo Musson Tel : 01666 500900 Stand : Headquarters The Arboricultural Association will be offering special discounts on new memberships at this year’s Arb Show, and anyone joining the Association at the show will have their entry ticket refunded. They will also be providing technical advice on a range of arb issues, and advising visitors on training, certification and career progression, as well as information on accreditation for arboriculture companies, including the Arboricultural Association’s Approved Contractor Scheme. A wide range of the Association’s publications and guides will be available and the Association will be offering visitors a free copy of their new members’ publication : The ARB Magazine. Abbey Pynford Press contact : Jenny Howard Tel : 0870 085 8400 Stand : T3 and Construction Site The UK's Only Tree Friendly Foundation System. Abbey Pynford design and construct the only 'Tree Friendly' foundation system in the UK called Housedeck. It allows you to build beside trees without causing any short or long term damage to either the tree or its roots. A combination of lightweight rigs and pile relocation ensure the integrity ofthe roots during construction. Abbey Pynford are giving Arb Show visitors the opportunity to see elements of Housedeck 'upclose'. This will include an example of a piling rig that is typically used on site with trees. Arbjobs.com Press contact : Nick Pott Tel : 01433 651121 Stand : Demo Competition Area Arbjobs.com the favourite industry jobs notice board, are once again sponsoring the 3ATC or AA Arborist Tree Challenge. Cumberland Industries (UK) Ltd. Press contact : Luke Thurston Tel : 01536 529876 Stand : H4 Cumberland Industries supply and manufacture access platforms and will be launching their new Iveco 4 x 4 at the Arb Show. Fletcher Stewart Press contact : Nigel Fletcher Tel : 0161 483 5542 Stand : H1 and H2 In the run-up to its launch of the new Yale rope at this year’s Arb Show, Fletcher Stewart are giving customers the opportunity to name it! The competition is being promoted across Internet forums, and the person with the winning entry will win two hanks of the new rope. The “Rope with no name” is a new CE rated 12mm 24-strand climbing line from YALE CORDAGE, based on a similar manufacturing process, construction to Yale’s popular 11.7mm American standard Blue Moon line. Yale’s new rope gives climbers all the advantages and characteristics of a lightweight 11.7mm rope along with the feel of a 13mm rope. The new rope will be released for sale at the Arb Show and there will be a limited number of hanks available from attending Fletcher Stewart retailers and demonstration packs available to view on the Fletcher Stewart stand. Among the practical demonstrations taking place at the Show, Fletcher Stewart are supporting several bite size demonstrations regarding the safe matching and use of rigging equipment and rigging ropes along with talks and demonstrations regarding the correct use of the Air Spade in arboricultural practice. ForestandArb - Winchester Garden Machinery Limited Press contact : Richard Thomas – Arborist Manager Tel : 01962 857951 Stand : E2 ForestandArb.com will be launching its new climbing rope. Made for them by Marlow, WASP is a 13 mm high tenacity polyester rope, 25, 35 and 45 meter lengths all with spliced eyes. The highly visible yellow with black fleck makes the rope a perfect choice for the arborist industry. Roy Francis Plant Hire Ltd. Stand : C8 Roy Francis Plant Hire Limited will be displaying a range of compact mulching equipment suitable for use on large farms and country estates; in particular the equipment is used for clearing dense undergrowth and cutting rides for rough shooting purposes. They will be offering special discounts off normal retail prices of any product ordered at the show. Saturn Machine Knives Limited Press contact : N. Collinson Tel : 0114 278 90 90 Stand : D11 This year Saturn Machine Knives Limited are branching out into Arb gear. Under the name of Northern Arb Supplies they have launched a new arb shop based in Sheffield and online shop at Northern ARB Supplies. Arborists are invited to visit them for unbeatable prices. Sorbus International Press contact : Phil Wade Tel : 01373 475540 Stand : D2 Sorbus have added the range of Oregon chainsaw spares & forestry products to further improve the comprehensive choice available to customers. Oregon personnel will be on their stand (D2) to offer advice and assistance. They also plan to launch the renowned range of Japanese ARS pruning products at the show. STIHL (Main sponsor) Press contact : Jo Musson Tel : 01666 500900 Stand : STIHL Technical Centre Main sponsor of the Arb Show, STIHL will present a selection of products for arborists, and give technical tips and practical advice to visitors. New products appearing include no less than three new chain saws, and STIHL will unveil its very latest professional model at the show. The STIHL MS 441 C-M features the STIHL M-Tronic self-tuning engine - an exciting development from this world-leading brand. More new products include additions to the STIHL PPE range, with new chain saw protective boots and the new STIHL X-Fit jacket and trousers – described as the next generation in comfort and style. One lucky visitor will also win a set of STIHL X-Fit by entering the Free Prize Draw when they register at the show. The STIHL technical team will be on hand to answer technical questions and guide arborists on issues from chain selection and chain saw maintenance to carburettor systems and PPE. STIHL also sponsors the Contractors’ Workshop with a full programmeof presentations each day, and will host a series of practical demonstrations in the woodland edge. STIHL Demonstrations : Woodland Edge Demonstrations in STIHL’s woodland edge area, are by Canopy Access Limited – an organisation providing safety at height services for those wishing to access the rainforest canopy, and from fields as diverse as science, exploration, tourism and film-making. The rainforest canopy is an extremely dynamic and physically demanding environment, and thus techniques used by the Canopy Access team are derived from caving, arboriculture and industrial disciplines. Their demonstrations promise a fascinating and thoughtprovoking insight into the giants of the rainforest and the techniques used in tackling them. Wood-mizer UK Ltd Press contact : Paul Bailey Tel : 01622 813201 Stand : C15-C16 Suppliers of mobile and static saw mills up to 15m long. Secondary processing equipment. Thin kerf blade manufacture and blade re-sharp.

PRESS RELEASE – 13 May 2010 Among the many benefits of spending a day at the Arb Show is the opportunity to share practical experience and tips, as well as to gain knowledge and insights through its programme of events. And this year’s show will be no exception, with the Arboricultural Association announcing a busy programme of activities taking place across the showground. Contractors’ Workshop The STIHL-sponsored Contractors’ Workshop is located next to the Arboricultural Association headquarters stand, and is running a series of technical presentations by Marlow ropes, Treeworker, DMM and Andrew Cowan of RhizoEcology. Topics being covered include the technical aspects of climbing rope construction, the good practice of arboriculture-related work at height, the correct use of an air spade in root care management, and the research, development and manufacture of products relevant to the sector. Practical Demonstrations Practical demonstrations can be found all around the showground, and the Arboricultural Association thanks all those presenting demonstrations and events. Among the demonstrations, Fletcher Stewart are supporting a series of bite-sized demonstrations on the safe matching and use of rigging equipment and rigging ropes, and will be giving talks and demonstrations on the correct use of the Air Spade in arboricultural practice. On the Construction Site, Abbey Pynford will be presenting a Housedeck foundation exhibition and Geosynthetics will demonstrate Cellweb, their Geocellular tree root protection system, in line with current BS 5837 guidance. In the STIHL woodland edge area, demonstrations are this year by Canopy Access Limited – an organisation providing safety at height services for those wishing to access the rainforest canopy, and from fields as diverse as science, exploration, tourism and filmmaking. The rainforest canopy is an extremely dynamic and physically demanding environment, and thus techniques used by the Canopy Access team are derived from caving, arboriculture and industrial disciplines. Their demonstrations promise a fascinating and thought-provoking insight into the giants of the rainforest and the techniques used in tackling them. Another popular stop-off for Arb Show visitors, the Tree Climbers’ Forum sponsored by Treeworker, will be offering advice and demonstrating the latest equipment throughout each day. The Arbjobs 3ATC competition Giving visitors the chance to win some great prizes, the arbjobs.com sponsored 3ATC (Arboricultural Association Arborist Tree Challenge) competition is an open-to-all test of climbing skills. This year’s challenge has four entry categories, encouraging every level of competitor from novice to experienced in the Premier class. This year’s Challenge is also being made easier, replicating a straightforward Work Climb, where competitors just need to complete a set of target zone tasks. Sponsor of the event, arbjobs.com have got together a great range of prizes, and with an entry fee of just £10 competitors have the chance to win some top gear from some of the industry’s leading retailers. The 3ATC competition will be open on both days of the Arb Show; entries can be made on the day but it is recommended to enter in advance. Visit the 3ATC website for full details and an entry form. A packed Programme ARB SHOW ANNOUNCES A PACKED PROGRAMME OF EVENTS