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An employee is standing around on a jobsite. Maybe he’s waiting for material to run through a brush chipper while the other crew members are taking down another tree. Meanwhile, the stump from the first removal is ready for grinding. One potential solution for this problem is to cross-train employees.
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With more than 100 employees, Great Scott Tree Service is one of the largest tree care companies in Orange County, California. To help manage the thousands of trees the company cares for, Great Scott developed its own geographic information system (GIS) called TrimIt.
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While we’re all tempted by a new, shiny object, the truth is, sometimes buying a pre-owned vehicle is the smart choice. Maybe it’s better for our budget. Or the older model is actually better suited for our needs. Whatever the reason, buying new is not always better. Read three reasons why you should consider used equipment for your tree care business.
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Buckthorn is an invasive species prevalent in Minnesota, especially in older neighborhoods. Thanks to Zupko’s expertise in buckthorn and the ease of removing it with Vermeer equipment, Treeway Tree Care has made a name for itself in the Twin Cities.
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The key to managing your fleet is to establish an equipment replacement plan that works for your business. The decision on when to replace equipment is based largely on the owner’s preference and maintenance practices. Some contractors choose to replace a machine based on the number of operating hours. Others work off more of a calendar approach and replace equipment in intervals like three, five and eight years.
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Effective fleet management often begins with choosing the right chipper for your business. If you buy a chipper that’s too large, you can end up overspending. Too small? You limit the jobs you can take on. When shopping for a brush chipper, you should consider the type and volume of material you will most often be processing as well as how frequently you will be using the machine.
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There comes a time in the lifespan of every piece of machinery when the cost of repairs and maintenance will outweigh the cost to upgrade to a new one. Keep this list in mind when it comes to the resale value of a brush chipper.
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Severe weather can pop up quickly, especially in the hot and humid summer months. If you live in a region that is prone to lightning strikes, tornadoes, hurricanes or extreme temperatures, you should make a severe weather plan and review it during each jobsite safety meeting.
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Redwood, Monterey pine, eucalyptus… the Treemasters team in California has been taking on big tree projects with confidence for nearly 30 years. Tad Jacobs shares his secret as part of the Vermeer From Those Who Know series.
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