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Thank you to everyone who responded to our previous article on knots and the call for your most useful knots. We've now put together part 2 which includes many of the knots recommended. Please take a read and share. https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/guide-tree-climbing-knots-pt2/

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Thanks for your feedback, @BrendanTreeFeller. Good advice – nothing like trying gear out to get a feel for what works for you. You’ll then feel more confident about splashing out a bit more on budget once you’re confident you’re putting your money into the right things.

Our latest blog post looks at the essential equipment anyone starting out in the arborist industry needs. https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/essential-equipment-entry-level-arborist/ If you have any tips or recommendations we'd love to hear them. What equipment advice would you give your younger self just starting out?

https://www.landmarktrading.com/free-xmas-pudding-promotion For any December orders over £100*, you can claim a FREE OF CHARGE PREMIUM CHRISTMAS PUDDING! Cole's Premium Ale Christmas Pudding9% Old Suffolk Growler Ale41% Vine Fruits1lb (454g), generously serves 4 To claim your FREE XMAS PUDDING, quote XPUD in the discount code box in the basket (or quote XPUD if ordering by phone). *Order must be for a minimum of £100 excluding VAT and excluding special order items. You must quote the promotion code XPUD at the point you place the order as we are unable to accept claims retrospectively. You may place more than one qualifying order during the time period. This offer is subject to availability. If the Christmas pudding described above is not available we reserve the right to substitute it for a similar product. The Christmas pudding may contain allergens, it is the recipient's responsibility to check this. E&OE.

Waterproof and breathable nubuck safety boot. Very comfortable boot with a padded collar and tongue and flexible phyllite/rubber outsole technology. Double density shock absorption. Very lightweight with aluminium toe cap and composite midsole, yet remarkably strong sole for durability. Petrol, chemical and oil resistant. Sizes 6-12 https://www.landmarktrading.com/workwear-ppe/boots/safety-footwear/apache-flyweight-black-safety-boot.html

Fancy bagging yourself a Stihl MS150 / MS150T chainsaw? Only 7 days left.... check this thread for further details on how to enter

Your harness is one of the most integral and vital parts of your daily work kit. So what factors should you consider before heading into the market to replace ye old faithful? Whilst cost may be one of the first aspects that come to mind, selecting a harness that suits your personal build, centre of gravity, and work style should be the overriding factor. The average harness has a working life of up to five years, which means a good or bad decision is potentially going to be with you for a long time. Read more....https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/guide-buying-new-arborist-climbing-harness/

Enter our November prize draw for your chance to win a Stihl MS150 / MS150T chainsaw! To enter, simply place an order for £100* or more between 10.11.17 and 30.11.17 and quote ‘NOVPD’ https://www.landmarktrading.com/november-prize-draw One lucky winner will be drawn at random on Monday 4th December. The winner will be able to choose either an MS150 C-E or MS150TC-E** with 10” bar & chain. *Excluding VAT **NB - an MS150TC-E is designed for use by trained arborists only Terms & Conditions: To qualify you must place an order between 10th November 2017 and 30th November 2017 for a minimum of £100 excluding VAT and excluding special order items, quoting NOVPD at the point you place the order. You may place more than one qualifying order during the time period. If you win the chainsaw, and subsequently return goods from your order, leaving the remaining balance of your order less than £100 excluding VAT and special order items, you must either return the chainsaw in new and unused condition complete with all packaging and accessories, or pay for the saw (£358 + VAT for MS150 C-E or £446 + VAT for MS150TC-E). E&OE.

Stihl's new chainsaw protective trouser to replace the HiFlex. https://www.landmarktrading.com/stihl-advance-x-flex-chainsaw-trousers-type-c.html Stihl's latest offering feature: Ultra-light, breathable, 6-layer cut protection material and hardwearing outer fabric. Elasticated and waterproof knee protection with thorn and water resistant material to lower leg area. Leg length increases with larger waist sizes. Orange/Peat. Class 1 (cutting speed 20 metres/second.) Type C - all round leg protection.

The latest chainsaw boots from Treemme https://www.landmarktrading.com/workwear-ppe/boots/chainsaw-boots/treemme-canyon-chainsaw-boots.html The Canyon is a very lightweight chainsaw boot with a breathable and waterproof lining. Featuring: Triple-stitched tough nubuck upper with riveted and double stitched gusset for durability and a rivet reinforced pull up loop. Deep padding around ankle entry and over metatarsal. Speed lacing with lock-off eyelet to assist tightening. Vibram sole with excellent slip resistance. Rubber scuff cap and gusset for durability. Protective midsole. Colour: Green/Black or Orange/Black Class 2 protection.

Claim your free gift when purchasing from our store. Offer open until 31st December 2017. https://www.landmarktrading.com/

Part 1 of our guide on tree climbing knots is live https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/guide-basic-tree-climbing-knots-pt1/ We're interested in hearing about the most useful knots for your tree surgery and arborist work? We could even feature them in part 2. Do you know and use any weird and wonderful knots in relation to your arborist work? The more obscure the better. Please share them on this thread.

Read our Guide to Chapter 8 in the Traffic Signs Manual https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/guide-chapter-8-traffic-signs-manual/ Whilst it is not statutory (except in Northern Ireland) Chapter 8 does set out a code of practice that facilitates the legal requirements covered by various legal regulations. If you need traffic signs and cones to work alongside a road, please see the traffic management products section on our website. https://www.landmarktrading.com/site-equipment/traffic-management.html

Check out this months copy of Pro Landscaper. http://prolandscapermagazine.com/october-issue-pro-landscper/ Includes a feature written by Paul about the evolution of the climbing harness to meet the needs of arborists.

The hugely popular Meindl Airstream Chainsaw Boots have now been added to our late summer sale. Get yours here https://www.landmarktrading.com/workwear-ppe/boots/chainsaw-boots/meindl-airstream-c-saw-boot.html We also have a comprehensive range of other chainsaw boot brands available, such as Haix, Stihl, Arbotec & Treemme. See https://www.landmarktrading.com/workwear-ppe/boots/chainsaw-boots.html for more details.

This little mark will be on all safety equipment you buy (unless it's from outside the EU), most of us see it but do we know what it means? In a recent blog post, we explored the history of this mark, what it means and why it's important to arborists. https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/what-ce-approval-why-matter/ If you have any questions related to safety equipment we're glad to help.

Unsure about all the different types of chainsaw protective clothing? Don't know the difference between your Class 1's and your Type C's? We've produced a comprehensive guide to help you purchase the right safety equipment for your needs. As well as the regulations, we've also got specific product reviews and guides of some of our best-sellers. What you'll learn from our guide: How To Put Together Chainsaw Protective Clothing Where Chainsaw Protective Clothing is Mandated How to Stay Safe Operating a Chainsaw Chainsaw Safety Boot Legislation Our Top 3 Picks From Our Range Of Helmets, Boots, Trousers and Gloves Read the full guides here - https://www.landmarktrading.com/chainsaw-safety-clothing-equipment If you have any specific questions regarding chainsaw safety clothing, let us know and we'll do our best to answer them, or if you'd prefer to speak to us directly you can call our team on 01780 482231.

We have a number of items on sale, check out the special offers here https://www.landmarktrading.com/special-offers.html The sale is running until 20th September so please visit us and grab yourself a bargain! A small selection of the items on sale includes.... Scafell Lite Chainsaw Boots Excl. VAT: £182.50 Incl. VAT: £182.50 Breatheflex Chainsaw Trousers, Class 1, Lime, Type C Excl. VAT: £169.50 Incl. VAT: £203.40 Petzl Vertex Chainsaw Helmet, chipper muffs and visor, SNR31 Excl. VAT: £68.00 Incl. VAT: £68.00 Tuffmaster Forestry Helmet, X4 muffs and Advance visor Excl. VAT: £43.50 Incl. VAT: £43.50 2 Tonne Cobra Bracing Kit Excl. VAT: £373.00 Incl. VAT: £447.60 Loggers Tapes, 15M/50 foot Excl. VAT: £29.20 Incl. VAT: £35.04 Please visit the website https://www.landmarktrading.com and if you have any questions you can get in touch via our online chat system or call 01780 482231.

We're currently running a competition on our Twitter page which might be of interest to you guys - we're giving away one of our Zega Classic Rope Bags. Here are its specs: "Made from heavy duty waterproof PVC with double stitched load bearing seams for durability. Scuff and tear resistant heavy duty nylon reinforced base. Adjustable shoulder straps plus padded handles for comfortable transport. Features an ergonomic profile for comfort. Holds 45m rope plus climbing equipment. 54cm x 38cm x 21cm." If you want to enter you can click here!

Hi all, We've just written a list of the most common woody plant pests you have to watch out for, and a few tips and tricks of the trade to protect from a potential attack. Hopefully you'll found it of use: https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/products-techniques-controlling-pests-woody-plants/

We recently wrote a little guide to pruning trees, hopefully there'll be some useful info in there for you: https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/pruning/

We wrote about a few devastating tree diseases here, could be helpful: https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/five-devastating-tree-diseases/

Hi Guys, We recently wrote a blog on the above topic, thought it might be useful to leave it here. Link below. https://www.landmarktrading.com/blog/guide-tree-felling-licensing/ Cheers