Search results

Arborist Forum

Help Support Arborist Forum:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
  1. M

    Climbing arborist looking for travel / work opportunity!

    I have an open position in Rochester NY, email is [email protected] if your interested.
  2. M

    Looking for experienced climber/bucket operator in Rochester NY

    Looking to join a growing team of arborists dedicated to professional growth? We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are looking to enhance their career and work in a team environment. Specifically, we are looking for a climber/bucket operator with a minimum of 3 years full time...
  3. M

    Bluetooth Headphones

    Hey guys, I run a rather small operation in which many times I have to either be part of the crew, stump grinding, mechanic, etc. We all know the missed call is the worst thing to happen, especially if they don't leave a message which I think is increasing. I also don't see the need or have...
  4. M

    Ok... Now.. Best mini skid UNDER $7500 (Reality Check Time!!)

    I picked up my Dingo 425 for $5500 about 6 months ago and so far I am happy with it. I know it doesn't have the lift capacity of a Vermeer or a Boxer, but for the money and what we are using it for, well worth it. Do your self a favor though and get a good grapple for it. I bought a grapple...
  5. M

    Sharpening Chipper Knives

    Vermeer BC1000, I know its not that difficult to take them out and flip or replace but I wanted to know if anyone did like a weekly touchup or anything.
  6. M

    Trauma care.

    The tourniquet is making a come back for sure. I am a flight paramedic as well as a tactical officer in NY and we have recently been teaching all patrolmen tourniquet first for ALL bleeding in the tactical environment. Theory is "stop the bleeding." Once you have time on your side you can...
  7. M

    Sharpening Chipper Knives

    Can anyone give me some insight on sharpening chipper knives while still on the drum? I really don't care to pull them out and send them to be sharpened so I was wondering what everyone does for a more routine maintenance (weekly, monthly sharpening?) Luke
  8. M

    Tips for getting in and out of these trims faster.....

    Had a similar situation recently, only difference was I was the boss. The climber to me is worth his weight in gold, if he is good, reliable and easy to get a long with. With that being said, your boss should involve you in some of those bids if he is unfamiliar with bidding trim jobs outside...
  9. M

    Deployment Work

    I am looking to head east to do some sub-contracting storm work. I won't name names, but does anyone have any insight into doing this type of stuff with other tree contractors? Specifically agreements that you have used and may be willing to share. Things that I need to watch for and take...
  10. M

    Large Bid Job

    Thanks a bunch guys, all of your input and experiences are appreciated. I sent the bid over with a per day price and estimated how many days I believed it would take to do the work. I left it open ended on that part because I don't want to get locked into a completion date with nasty NY...
  11. M

    Large Bid Job

    Hey guys, I'm still ain little wet behind the ears when it comes to bidding big jobs but this one is a cake topper. Basically it is a mobile home park sitting on about 70 acres with roughly 400 trees that need pruning. Most of the pruning will be raising crowns off of the lots. My question...
  12. M

    least expensive place to get caddy pads

    Thanks!!! The Big Buck Pads have alot more to them put similar concept.
  13. M

    Carbide chain

    Not following you here Jeff? If you are thinking a grinder, I can get a portable unit to both but I still don't know if I like the thoughts of doing that.
  14. M

    Carbide chain

    I know that wasn't really what it was meant for, but just wondering if its a possibility. There is really no way to cut around it as they go in at nasty angles right to the center. One is in a honey locust the other in a big tooth aspen. I thought about the sawzall idea but there is no way to...
  15. M

    least expensive place to get caddy pads

    Not quite sure I know what caddy pads are exactally but I bought a pair of Buckingham Big Buck Wrap Pads (p/n-3202c) recently and I LOVE them!!! I only paid like $165 a pair from Sherrill as a special order, or you can get them direct from Buckingham for a couple bucks more. The only down side...
  16. M

    I found a Bandit. Is it a good deal?

    Scam? No way!!! What would make you think that???? Let me say this, my full time gig is a police officer. We investigate scams like these all the time! Unfortunately these people usually prey on the elderly. Its even sicker when they use some excuse like they are in the military, what a...
  17. M

    I found a Bandit. Is it a good deal?

    I've bought plenty of "good deals" I guess you have to look at the whole thing. What engine? Does the meter actually work? Where did it come from (private contractor, municipal, or other)? How does it look/run? What little repairs does it need that will just nickle and dime you? Look it...
  18. M

    A confession

    You and your business are what you make of it. I don't think its far fetched to say that we have all been screwed by someone who we considered a "friend" at some point. But how we deal with it next time around is the real issue. I would say it is not "wrong" to blow in some cutthroats...
  19. M

    Alturnamats over septic tank

    One more thing, in my opinion if you need to rent a small lift and the customer won't hire you because you had to the pass the cost of the lift off to him and are $200 more, than too bad. Not your problem, he shouldn't have let the tree get that bad. Just my opinion.
  20. M

    Alturnamats over septic tank

    Depending on the age of the tank, it may hold up with some plywood, but I agree with everyone else, why chance it? I have come to the point where laying plywood to get the truck to the tree is not worth it, unless it is not safe to climb. Not only from the time is money standpoint, but about a...
Back
Top