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Arboricultural Association RIGGING AWARENESS WORKSHOP sponsored by STEIN 25 October 2014 Location Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Edinburgh Details Presented by UK Trainer and Tree Rigging Expert Kevin Moore Location: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Edinburgh. In the morning Kevin will be explaining the 1998 HSE Rigging Research in a theory session also covering the principles, techniques and best practice for good and practical tree rigging. A practical demonstration in the afternoon covers safely selecting and configuring rigging equipment, craning, lifting and lowering static loads, dynamic snatch loads and zip lines. On arrival at 9.00 AM there will be tea & coffee available. This will also be provided during the day, but everyone attending will need to bring their own lunch. Tickets for the day cost £55 + VAT Places are limited to 50 (with no more than 3 people per company) and bookings can only be made online LINK TO BOOKING INFORMATION

Arboricultural Association RIGGING AWARENESS WORKSHOP sponsored by STEIN 4 October 2014 Location The Tree House, FC Headquarters, Central England Forest District, Birches Valley, Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 2UQ Details Following coffee and tea on arrival at 9.00am there will be a theory session to explain the history, legislation, principles and techniques for basic rigging operations. This will be followed by practical demonstrations in the afternoon. Refreshments (tea and coffee) will be provided during the day. Lunch can be pre-ordered from the on-site cafe or delegates can bring packed lunches. The cost of the day is £60.00 including VAT(@20%) per person. Places are limited to 50 (with no more than 3 people per company) and bookings can only be made online LINK TO BOOKING INFORMATION

The tough and comfortable, lightweight STEIN WEREWOLF is an eye catching hybrid climbing boot with a new approach to chainsaw safety specifically designed for tree climbers. Toughness is provided by using a high quality leather upper made from 1.8/2.00mm Perwanger which is Silicon impregnated during tanning to offer water-resistance. An all-round rubber rand provides extra protection to the leather from knocks and scrapes whilst climbing. Fitted with the STEIN bed-liner which offers bio-mechanical support to the foot; the anatomical shape of the bed-liner helps to distribute pressure and absorbs shocks. These footbeds are produced using anti-bacterial breathable compounds with rapid absorbency and drying properties. The boot is leather lined for added weather resistance and all-day comfort. The boot features the Vibram Werewolf sole which offers superb grip on all kinds of surfaces. The tough midsole and forepart cradle system ensures support and confidence when climbing but also offers flexibility. The asymmetric lace to toe system allows the upper to be tightened in the correct places giving the wearer the most comfortable fit. This industry first is the only CE certified chainsaw boot (EN17249:04) which has no Toe Cap, reducing both the weight and bulk which is associated with chainsaw footwear. The WEREWOLF has been designed with minimal seams to reduce snag and wear points, but at the same time enhances the aggressive appearance making this boot a contender for urban fashion as a casual everyday boot. Performance & Limitations of Use This product has been tested in accordance with EN 17249:2004+A1:2007 for Class 1 performance (protection at linear chainsaw speeds up to 20 m/s) but under the 'Recommendation for Use' document issued by the Vertical group number CNB/P/10.155a. They are to be used for Tree Climbing Operations and Restricted use by competent, trained operators who confine them to off-ground work in trees. They are NOT FOR USE WITH HANDHELD CHAINSAWS ON THE GROUND.

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I have been informed by the AA that there are a few places still available on the South Wales Rigging Workshop. Please contact Paul Cleaver, Branch Chairman on Tel: 01437 899888, Mobile: 07500887002, Email: [email protected] STEIN are sponsoring a series of Rigging Workshops managed by the Arboricultural Association around the UK. These workshops are to help you keep up to date with current rigging practices. These one-day events are based on information from the HSE’s 2008 rigging research. The workshop will help you understand the importance of planning your rigging operations and include a demonstration of rigging practice. For further information visit the AA website Arboricultural Association or contact your local area branch

We have just uploaded a new photo album to our facebook page with images of the 3ATC Open Climbing event which was held at the ARB Fair. This event was Sponsored by ARBJOBS.com and supported by STEIN. http://www.facebook.com/steinworldwide Thanks to all who competed and to the 3ATC crew for putting on a great event. Judges: Paul Searle, Tony Darbyshire, Nigel Fagg, Ben Connon Technicians: Boel Hammerstrand, Ian Cam Cameron Support: Nick & Elaine Pott (Arbjobs), Nigel Fletcher (Stein), Adam Davies (ISC)

To see them up close they will be on show this weekend at the Woodfest North Wales and from the major suppliers exhibiting at the forthcoming Arb Show. If you cannot make either contact your local Stein Stockists.

We had 34 climbers participate in the event from 6 colleges. The winning team was from Merrist Wood who won £1200.00 worth of STEIN Prizes for the college and each of the climbers from the winning team received £200.00 of STEIN Products. Congratulations to all that participated and look forward to seeing you all again at future 3ATC Events. All the pictures of the event are now posted on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/steinworldwide

Sorry none of the above but nice try. KRIEGER is German for WARRIOR

Have a great show Greg, look forward to seeing some pictures. Good luck to all who have enter the climbing competition. STEIN have donated a range of prizes for all the categories and the masters event. Nick will be on Greg's stand and will be happy to show the new KRIEGER range of clothing