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    Hi folks having seen a dramatic surge in Horse chestnut miner and horse chestnut scale in Lincolnshire over the last year I would be intrested to know if any one else has had any experiences of other exotic nasties either spreading or making a totally new appearance?. most of my mates say i'm just a sad geek who's into bugs but hey everyones different "It is a mistake to think you can solve any major problems just with potatoes." — Douglas Adams (Life, the Universe and Everything)
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    Hi looks like a dagger moth catterpillar to me ..as such it is a declining species in the uk as such should be tolerated if pos?? Dave
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    Ancient!

    elicokiz replied to alex_m's topic in Picture Forum

    Those are some beautiful trees...this has got to be the largest I have come across online, its known as the Arbol del Tule in mexico...truly hugeÁrbol del Tule - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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    a good metaphor for tackling a tree using the correct equipment
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    Hi Craker The majority of the rope is manila - I could certainly ask my boss if he would consider it after all if there are better modern alternatives it would be better to be proactive? regards Dave ab ove maiori discit arare minor
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    sorry guys my original post was rather vauge? Im Just going through a huge selection of ropes in our store and remember using sisal and manila for rigging many years ago - wondered if they where still any use as they have been stored in their original packaging and look like new? possibly 100meters of 15mm dia regards Dave
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    does anyone still use manila or sisal ropes?
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    my guess is that the tree has deposited a lot of anthocyanins in its xylem cells the trees foliage usually has large amounts of this compond. I have only ever seen this colouration in Malus niedzwetzkyana where it is used as a diagnostic feature - nice bit of compartmentalisation going on in there to?
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    This is a realy stupid question? :blushing:it relates to AFAG 401 in the PPE section where it states that a safety helmet should be used with a suitable chin strap ? the question is - does anyone climb using a forestry helmet with an elasticated strap? i always assumed the strap had to be of the locking type to avoid the helmet detatching in the event of a fall. said it was a silly question. cheers Dave Illegitimis non carborundum
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    With the new QCF framework in place as far as i'm aware the National Diploma is now known as the extended diploma in arboriculture and is going to be quite a different beast with a large chunk including work experience in the field....sorry i meen the tree?
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    I always find Google book a useful place to find information - also try using the arboricultural information exchange website have fun Dave
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    respect
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    Thanks for your help, also found a hse information sheet regarding retrofitting for puwer 98, now feel less lightly to fall foul of risk assessment issues. during my internet trawl for info i found the following link for blade breaking mechanisms [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3mzhvMgrLE]YouTube - SAWSTOP in TimeWarp[/ame] it may intrest you, the guy who invented this system is certainly brave? regards dave NIL CARBORUNDUM ILLIGITIUM
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    Hi Kev I concur with you regarding the use of the Mizer, just for the record i totally destroyed the old drum chipper.The anvil blade decided it would like to have a spin inside the drum housing, needless to say the blades all fragmented and judging by the condition of the drum casing almost penetrated through 1/4" of steel ....aparently you could hear its death cry the other side of the campus ...had the benefit of forcing the purchase of a new timber wolf though so best forgotten. regards Dave
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    look forward to seeing you soon stay slinky
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    my manager just asked me to find out what rates you charge - we have >10 climbing harnesses and associated equipment . regards Dave
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    thanks i'll pass on your number to my line manager as he is the budget holder for the Uni.
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    Hi just thought under puwer their may be a requirement for retrofitting cut out switches, but cant find any info regards Dave
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    Hi Sam sorry for the long wait for a reply, I think I have finally found out how to recover messages (about time). still looking for a Loler inspector, got a few good leads and will let you know when i find a local one. cheers Dave Nil desperandum carburundum illegitami
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    Hi folks Does anyone have any experience of retrofitting safety devices to woodmizer sawbenches? is it even a legal requirement? sorry should know but too many other things to think about cheers Dave
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    Hi Kev sorry for the late reply but ive been on leave decorating the kitchen... ah the pleasures of home ownership? as you can imagine things are pretty crazy at the Uni at the minute with people trying to get work completed before induction week. still on the case with the loler checking, hard to find anyone local (must be someone) nearest so far is in Chesterfield will let you know when we find someone suitable, in the mean time as spock would say live long and prosper.
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    Hi Moley sorry for the delay in replying ive been on my hols and just got back. Are you the famous Mr Mole of Gransfors axe fame? if it is how ya doing these days? i remember well the days of the cuning mr Fox who has now moved on to greater things, just like yourself gone but never to be forgotten. regards Dave - now a very bald old git?
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    Hi folks its the newbee again (sigh) just trying to find out how best to use the site? I work for Lincoln University and desperately need a loler inspector to inspect all our gear. any response would be appreciated. regards Dave
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    loler

    elicokiz posted a topic in General chat

    Hi Folks can anyone recommend a qualified LOLER inspector who is based around Lincoln or Lincolnshire? regards Dave

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