Vermeer Pro Tips - Resources for the Industrial Jobsite

When is it time to replace your brush chipper?

June 16, 2016

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.

Choosing the right size brush chipper for your fleet and why it matters

June 14, 2016

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.

Consider resale value when buying a chipper … not when you’re trying to sell it

June 9, 2016

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.

Vermeer brush chippers for the tree care industry

Jobsite briefings should include severe weather safety

June 7, 2016

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.

From Those Who Know: Treemasters Tree Service

June 2, 2016

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.

From Those Who Know: Treemasters Tree Service

Reputation management 101: How to deal with negative online reviews

May 31, 2016

Social media channels should not be a platform to broadcast your agenda; they should be a two-way conversation. You may not always like what your customers are saying but it’s important to keep listening and engaging.

Tree care company reputation management 101

Some customers will judge a book by its cover

May 27, 2016

Even if an estimate is competitive, some people don’t get past first impressions, and looks can be a deciding factor. Here are four ways to boost your professionalism.

VIDEO: From Those Who Know: Paloma Blanca Enterprises Inc.

May 25, 2016

When clearing an archaeologically sensitive area, tree care companies want to minimize environmental impact. That’s why the crews at Paloma Blanca Enterprises Inc., in San Antonio, turn to Vermeer brush chippers. Watch the video to hear more from president Will Wood as part of the Vermeer From Those Who Know series.

Starting the conversation

May 24, 2016

People turn to sites like Yelp and Google when researching a business because they are free to use and provide peer reviews people may count on as a valuable tool in their decision process. It’s apparent online reviews are growing in importance and relevancy — owning your online reputation is crucial to reputation and success of your business.

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