New Products

Vermeer SC602 Stump Cutter
The pitch: The Vermeer SC602 stump cutter is designed to provide tree care contractors with features to make short work of major stump removal projects.

  • The SC602 stump cutter features a Caterpillar C2.2T Tier 4i (stage IIIB) diesel engine that produces 60 hp and 142 ft-lb of torque to power through the toughest stump-cutting jobs.
  • A 12-gallon capacity fuel tank helps reduce the number of fuel refills in the field. 
  • The cutter wheel can achieve cutting heights of 24 in. above ground and 19 in. below grade.

For more information: www.vermeer.com


Field King Professional No-Leak Sprayer
The pitch: The Field King Professional No-Leak Sprayer delivers up to 150 psi to spray insecticides high into trees.

  • The internal pump won’t leak on the user and ensures safety when spraying.
  • Delivers a continuous 25 psi spray to distribute weed killers and has a 4-gal. capacity.
  • The sprayer features built-in lumbar support, a padded waist belt, a chest belt and thick, adjustable padded shoulder straps.

For more information: www.forestry-suppliers.com


OREGON Cordless Chainsaw

The pitch: Blount is launching the new OREGON PowerNow 40V MAX Cordless Chainsaw – a new battery-powered chainsaw that delivers a combination of performance and features that makes it an alternative to many gas-powered chainsaws.

  • For removing trees, pruning large branches or clearing debris from property.
  • Offers instant starting without a pull cord, cutting with no-fade power, and long runtime.
  • Weighs slightly less than 11 lbs.

For more information: www.OregonPowerNowTools.com


Nu-Arbor Root Injector
The pitch: This tool accurately delivers liquid Nu-Arbor Root Fertilizers, and can be used to inject soil applied insecticides such as imidicloprid.

  • Includes a large 4-gal. backpack tank.
  • 1-Two Root Injector includes the injector and the backpack sprayer.
  • The overall length of the injector is approximately 45 in. and weighs 15 lbs.

For more information: www.nu-arbor.com


EDGE Stump Removal Bucket
 
The pitch: The new EDGE stump removal bucket is an attachment for those in need of a tool for removing tree stumps and roots, digging ditches or moving and placing rocks.

  • Features three 23-Series cast steel teeth that dig deep under roots of tree stumps.
  • This attachment can also use its half-inch laser-cut funnel-shaped steel bucket to scoop up and carry heavy rocks for placement on retaining walls.
  • Has an overall length of 62.5 in., width of 46 in. and height of 20 in.

For your information: www.ceattachments.com


J. J. Mauget Liquid Loadable Line

The pitch: J. J. Mauget Co., introduced new products in its Liquid Loadable line of refillable microinjection chemical technologies.

  • The Liquid Loadable product line includes Mauget’s insecticides, fungicides, antibiotics, fertilizers and micronutrients.
  • Recently, Mauget’s Mycoject Ultra Hp antibiotic joined the Liquid Loadable application line that already includes Imicide Hp and Abacide 2 Hp insecticides.
  • The Smart Shot Liquid Loadable system – a low-pressure approach to microinjection that minimizes the risk of permanent injuries associated with high-pressure injection systems.

For your information: www.mauget.com


Efco Self-Sharpening Chainsaw
The pitch: Blount’s recently introduced PowerSharp system will be featured on three Efco saws straight from the factory.

  • The self-sharpening system is available on the Efco MT 3500, MT 3750 and the MT 4100
  • Instead of manually sharpening the chain on the saw or taking it to a dealer to sharpen it, simply attach the sharpener and press the tip to a solid surface for 3-5 seconds.
  • Make sure to remove the sharpener from the end of the bar before resuming cutting.

For more information: www.efcopower.com


Mid-Atlantic Tree Sprayers

The pitch: The Mid-Atlantic TS300 sprayer is used to care for large specimen trees on exhibit.

  • The new line of sprayers is completely designed and fabricated in Mid-Atlantic Services’ Elkton, Maryland facility.
  • The equipment utilizes the latest technology in diaphragm pump spray delivery systems with pressures to 700 psi and spray heights to 70 ft. for engine driven units and 110 ft. for power take off driven ones.
  • These new sprayers offer considerable savings over other models on the market with their polyethylene tanks, powder coated frames and high efficiency diaphragm pumps.

For more information: www.masspray.com


Samson’s Vortex Climbing Line
The pitch: Samson’s Vortex climbing line combines high strength performance with lightweight and flexible ease of use.

  • The 24-strand cover line is a full half-inch in diameter.
  • As a double-braid climbing line, Vortex is constructed with a stabilized nylon core and polyester cover.
  • Part of this family of climbing lines from Samson are designed specifically for arborists who often use mechanical ascenders, prusik knots and split tails.

For more information: www.samsonrope.com


Growth Products Essential Plus 1-0-1
The pitch: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently awarded both Essential Plus 1-0-1 and BioNutrients Soluble 8-1-9 the right to bear the Biobased Product Label, which assures consumers that the amount of biological ingredients listed on the product label is accurate and is backed by the USDA and the Federal government. 

  • Essential Plus 1-0-1 is an organic soil amendment and natural root stimulant for all plants, crops and soils.
  • It received the BioBased label as a spray adjuvant.
  • Promotes healthy plant growth in turfgrasses, ornamentals and trees, plus it adds vital organic matter to depleted soils.

For more information: www.growthproducts.com

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