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What ever you buy some will hire it cause they love it and other won't cause they hate it! We have 2 tracked 7.5inch chippers, a Jenson 530 and Timberwolf 190turbo. Both cost about same money and have been equally good. Backup has been good on both. If I was replacing them tomorrow, think I would be seriously leaning towards a Forst. If I was buying to hire out I would buy a Forst. For 2 reasons The 3yr warranty Most tree surgeons seem to love them, not heard many bad words about them.

I would second this. Personally I don't need to know the ins and out of Redwoods business. I do know, through experience that they offer a great product and very good back up. I did receive a letter this week setting the record straight on various rumours circulating about their business. Those responsible for the speculation and rumours, would do well to consider how they would feel if same happened to them and their business.

I stand corrected! (Maybe!)

You don't need to submit full app but should notify the LPA with 5 day notice.

Depends on spec and condition. Go on autotrader and see what comparable vans are up for and go with that. If you think it's going to start to let you down and more miles will dramatically reduce its value, selling now seems sensible to me.

James I got offered a 2007 23m just before I order this one and if I remember rightly it was £35k without the trailer. Decide to go for new as 21m as better features, shorter folded up length, more outreach but only 2m smaller and there is always a reason that someone's selling something (probably cause it's becoming more trouble than it's worth) Business wise over the years we have been spending a lot of money hiring them in so I took the plunge to invest. I bill it on as an extra to normal day rate but that said it will be 300+ days use before its paid for itself. The good thing we found is we have it available if required, so last week when the lads we struggling to get lines into a big Lime for the next days ivy removal job they were able to take the Mewp. Didn't earn any extra but job didn't overrun. I'm pretty positive that it's a good business move but only time will tell.

Best part of £80k. Personally I prefer the set up of the 21 and 23, in comparison to the 30m. The 2 main booms gives you more flexibility to get into and around the canopy and you can generally have your drop zone well away from the base of your mewp. That said it takes a lot longer to get set up before your in position to get working, in comparison to the 30m. Regards Neil

We recently brought a Teupen 21m and purpose built trailer. Only took delivery couple of weeks before Christmas but so far so good. Not cheap. Had a couple of issues but back up has been spot on. Look at a few of different machines and the Teupen seemed the best .

Am I missing out on you? Had a reasonable amount of interest and interviewed several prospective candidates. Maybe you thought about applying? There's no closing date just as long as takes to find the people. Feel free to contact me Regards Neil

Interviewing some prospective candidates next week. Don't miss out, send in a CV

To update this thread I re wrote my job advert to reflect what I'm after and give more info to prospective employees. I posted on Arbtalk a week ago, when I looked this morning it had 1500 views, I have gained a few new followers on Instagram and 1 direct response. Hopefully more people are mulling it over and will be in touch. The advert has been posted on Arbjobs and EArborist today and I await to see what responses they generate.

1000+ views!

Spot on comment. Couldn't have put it better myself. Sounds like you have been given an golden opportunity to experiment with a different type of work method. Why not gain valuable experience and maybe some extra qualifications. Mewps in my opinion are brilliant for some jobs but you got to use them frequently to find out their advantages and limitations.

It's a big deal changing jobs but this is a really good opportunity. Look forward to hearing from you.

Good work Good kit Great team to work with Looking forward to hearing from you

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Disco 3 tows really well but IMO it's the combination of vehicle and trailer you have to get right if your going to tow on the limit. I tow our new 21m Teupen MEWP with my Disco 3 which combined with the trailer is 3.5tonnes. Tows ok but you have to be on the ball and not go to fast. This is a purpose built Aluminium trailer that only weighs 500kg, cost a small fortune but compared to the trailer the hire company used to provide their MEWP its worth every penny as it tows 10 times better. In my experience any trailer that weighs more and/or is longer than the tow vehicle is not the most pleasant experience to tow but when needs must.

Website should read http://www.beechwoodtreecare.co.uk Thanks for your interest Neil

Here at Beechwood Tree Care Ltd we are looking to recruit 3 Foreman of varying levels of ability. We are a medium sized Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor based on the Oxfordshire/Berkshire Border, midway between Henley on Thames, Maidenhead and Reading. Beechwood Tree Care has been established for 15yrs and have an extensive client base. In the main we work for domestic clients, large estates, local schools and universities, various developers and other commercial clients. We do very little LA work and no Utility work. We focus on high quality work and service to retain and gain customers. We have lots of equipment with all our trucks and chippers relatively new and we constantly reinvest to keep it that way. We have just purchased a new 21m tracked MEWP and where possible we try to mechanise jobs to save on wear and tear on bodies and make things more efficient. Feel free to take a look at our website Beechwood Tree Care Berkshire Tree Surgeons or our Instagram account BEECHWOODTREECARE We consider a Foreman's role to be that of a lead climber running a crew of usually 2 or 3 guys, sometimes more. Managing a previously priced job from start to completion, completing the necessary paperwork. Dealing with the client and the staff during the works. Supervising and helping with the daily and weekly routine maintenance of our equipment. Pls note All we do is tree work so the jobs are all tree related, we have a separate team for hedge cutting/topping hence there will be very little if any hedge work. Foreman 1 will be someone who is a relatively new to being a foreman or at present is a climber and wants to move on to running a crew. You will need to have a minimum 2 years within the industry. You will be able to carry out most routine tree jobs such as felling, sectional dismantles, pollarding, pruning and have some experience of rigging and using MEWPs You will need to be presentable and have an engaging personality. You will need to be qualified to a min of 30,31,38,39, chipper, first aid, MEWP, CSCS card, driving license with trailer entitlement. (Don't be put off applying if you don't have all the above qualifications, for the right candidate we will be willing to assist you to gain the required certification.) Above all you will need to be willing to learn and strive to improve yourself/ your knowledge. We would be looking for you to study for and complete ISA cert Arborist exam. Salary £26000 per Annum Plus allowances and benefits Plus 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Foreman 2 will be someone who has been in the industry for a minimum of 3 years and has a couple of years experience running a crew. You will be able to carry out most tree jobs to high level including rigging. You will need to have experience of using MEWPs. You don't have to be the best climber in the world but you will required to take on relatively complex jobs from time to time. You will need to be presentable and have an engaging personality. You will need to be qualified to a minimum of 30,31,32,38,39,41,chipper,first aid ,MEWP,CSCS card, NSWRA, driving license with trailer entitlement. Ideally you will have a formal qualification in Arboriculture. (Don't be put off applying if you don't have all the above qualifications, for the right candidate we will be willing to assist you to gain the required certification.) Above you will need to be willing to learn and strive to improve yourself/ your knowledge. We would be looking for you to study for and complete ISA cert Arborist exam. Salary £28600-31200 per annum Plus allowances and benefits Plus 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Foreman 3 will be someone who is highly capable and has a wealth of experience. You will need to have a minimum 5 years within the industry. You will need to be able to carry out any tree job to high level, ability to carry out high standard crown reductions is a must. You must be a very good climber who embraces and is competent in various different modern climbing techniques. You will need to be someone who commands respect by leading by example and manages people in a fair and consistent manner. You will need to be presentable and have an engaging personality. As well as managing your own team you will be in overall charge of all crews in the yard and when they are combined for large jobs. You will need to have experience using MEWPs, cranes, HiAbs. Experience of cable bracing would be advantageous. You will need to be experienced in carrying out climbing inspections and recording observed data. You will need to be someone who is willing to work as part of a team to achieve the goals of the company. You will required on occasion to find solutions to achieving complex jobs and on other occasions to implement methodology devised by others. You will need to be qualified to a minimum of 30,31,32,38,39,41,chipper,first aid ,MEWP,CSCS card, NSWRA, driving license with trailer entitlement, PTI, a formal qualification in Arboriculture. (Don't be put off applying if you don't have all the above qualifications, for right candidate we will be willing to assist you to gain the required certification.) Above you will need to be passionate about Arboriculture and strive to improve yourself and the company. We would be looking for you to study for and complete ISA cert Arborist exam and the tree life level 4 qualification, if you haven't already. Salary £36400 plus company vehicle Plus allowances and benefits Plus 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays If you are interested in any of the above positions pls send a cv and covering letter to [email protected] For further information and/or a chat feel free a call me on 07961163520 There is no particular closing date it's open for as long as it takes to find the right people. Looking forward to hearing from you Regards Neil

Some sound words here. If I'm honest it's true I don't suffer fools lightly and I do have high standards but my kit is top notch and the works decent.

Well more like £100k to be honest but I would expect £55-60k of that to go on cost of sales/running costs/reinvestment etc

In my opinion and after 15years of running a firm and looking at figures if your wage bill for staff on site doing the work exceeds 30% of charge out rate, then you will not be making a reasonable profit margin on your turnover. May of course be different for smaller firms where boss working on site everyday, no office or premises etc.

Brilliant made me laugh out loud But so true

We use plastic crates instead, second hand from Alison Handling. Cheap about £10 each I seem to remember but you had to buy a few at a time. Fairly hard wearing, stack together in the truck, fit on the Arbtrolley. Not for everyone but worth a look maybe

I meant the OP but your welcome to hijack my LOLER inspection too 😃