Arbor Age back issues from August 2008:
A good exchange.(FROM THE EDITOR)
Aug 01, 2008; ... In this issue of Arbor Age, Len Phillips checks in with information about a municipal tree planting program that works for the city that incorporated the program, and might work for you. If you are a municipal arborist, we hope you find it of interest. Something else that might be of ...
Arborwell acquires San Diego tree care division of Stay Green.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Arborwell, a leading professional tree management company, has completed its acquisition of the tree care division of Stay Green Landscapes of San Diego. This move signals Arborwell's continued pattern of stable growth since the company's inception in 2002. In fact, Arborwell has been ...
Mark Chisholm wins 16th straight title at New Jersey tree Climbing Competition.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Mark Chisholm, one of the top tree care experts in the country, won his 16th straight title at the New Jersey Arborist's Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture's (ISA) Tree Climbing Competition. Chisholm competed against 20 participants and finished with an ...
Planting native plants and avoiding invasives in backyard gardens.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Kudzu, water hyacinth and zebra mussels in rivers and streams, nutria on coastal marshes--all are invasive species that create huge problems. Invasive species can be introduced accidentally or intentionally. Because there are no natural checks on their populations, their rampant spread can ...
Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. expands use of plant inspections.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Doug Malawsky, senior vice president and COO of Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. (HMI) announced that the firm has expanded distribution of its Priority Tree Inspections. HMI's Priority Tree inspections include a visual inspection of the large trees and shrubs proximate to a home or ...
Tree workers receive ISA designation.(Personnel News)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Autumn Tree Care Experts announced that four of the top climbers on its staff--Andrew Burke, Ricardo Martinez, Froilan Rodriguez, and Eduardo Villagomez--recently earned the designation "ISA Certified Tree Worker/Climber Specialist" from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). ...
Terex AWP appoints Joe George vice president of global sales and customer service.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP), a business segment of the Terex Corporation (NYSE:TEX), announced that Joe George has been appointed to the new position of vice president of global sales and customer service. In his new role, George will lead all globalization initiatives for the sales ...
Myoporum thrips.(ARBORAGE PEST OF THE MONTH)
Aug 01, 2008; ... What do they look like? Myoporum thrips (Klambothrips myopori) larvae are mainly white to light pink or orange in appearance, with light-brown legs and antennal segments. Adult Myoporum thrips are shiny and black, with wings and a long posterior tube. As with most ...
Spar pole rigging.(TRAINING & EDUCATION)
Aug 01, 2008; ... Spar pole rigging is a term used to describe the process of removing, under control by lowering pieces, a trunk with few, if any, branches remaining; with the pieces typically being rigged or lowered off anchor points on the trunk or pole itself. This process is probably one of the most ...
Clean up your act!(BRANCHING OUT)
Aug 01, 2008; ... In a sluggish economy, if homeowners have to choose between paying their mortgage and maintaining their trees, it's likely their trees are going to get the short end of the stick. This poses a problem for tree care companies trying to keep their crews busy. Reducing your pricing structure ...
A tree planting program that works.(SPECIAL FEATURE)
Aug 01, 2008; ... In Wellesley, Mass., the Park and Highway Division within the Public Works Department has the responsibility for planting new trees. Most of these new trees are planted on private property with public funds. State law allows communities to plant public trees between the sidewalk and 20 ...
A full toolbox: build your business by offering a variety of application techniques.(TREE MAINTENANCE)
Aug 01, 2008; ... Plant health care (PHC) practitioners are faced with many questions when treating their woody patients: * What pest are we combating? * Is this the right time of year? * Is this a plant health concern or just an aesthetic one? * Is this ...
Arborjet Quik-jet.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Arborjet's Quik-jet is a delivery tool that can also be used to assess tree health and uptake. Quik-jet's speedy delivery allows the applicator to work even more effectively. In addition, large-scale insect pest infestations on evergreen trees can be treated by utilizing a customized ...
Utility skid sprayers available from Forestry Suppliers.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... These utility skid sprayers feature a boomless nozzle that offers a full 30-foot coverage area with an output of 3.8 gpm. Other features include a corrosion-resistant polyethylene tank, 12V diaphragm pump, adjustable pressure gauge (adjustable from 0 ...
Rainbow Treecare's Xytect systemic insecticide.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Xytect is a systemic insecticide with the proven active ingredient of imidacloprid. It is highly effective against a broad range of pests and can be applied to trees, shrubs and turf by soil drench, foliar spray and micro-injection. Xytect comes in 3 formulations: Xytect 2F, Xytect 75WSP, ...
Dow AgroSciences Milestone VM Plus.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Milestone VM Plus specialty herbicide offers broad-spectrum control of labeled noxious or invasive species and sensitive woody plants, and provides control of target species at multiple stages of growth. In addition, Milestone VM Plus provides soil-residual activity to control ...
Green Pro Solutions' sprinter spraying system.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Sprinter's new 2008 heavy-duty and extended-body models offer Green Pro clients a lot of options: * Increased payload capacities, up to 5,500 pounds. * Liquid capacities up to 500 gallons. * Many tank and mix tank configurations. * Hose reel ...
Gregson-Clark tree sprayers.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Gregson-Clark specializes in all types of tree sprayers, from pickup-mounted skid sprayers to complete truck systems. All tank sizes and styles are available with pump capacities up to 64 gpm, 700 psi. Gregson-Clark also stocks ...
SherrillTree spray rig.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... The SherrillTree spray rig offers the following features: * Rear-loading compartment is accessible from passenger and driver side. * Sizes available to accommodate most spreader brands. The unit pictured here is designed to be used with Perma-Green or similar ride-on ...
Pentra-Bark bark-penetrating surfactant.(Chemicals and Chemical Delivery Methods)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Pentra-Bark has been specifically designed for use on herbaceous woody plant surfaces with fungicides, insecticides, plant growth regulators and micro-nutrients. Pentra-Bark's new technology facilitates "non-invasive treatment" of trees and woody plants with systemic pesticides/nutrients ....
Corona 13-inch razor tooth saw.(Manual Hand Tools and Hand Saws)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Corona's 13-inch razor tooth saw, model RS 7120, is designed for cutting medium to large branches quickly and cleanly. The RS 7120 features a replaceable 13-inch curved blade made of tempered steel alloy with 3-sided razor-like teeth that cut twice as fast as a conventional saw. Its ...
Silky Kamisorime 375.(Manual Hand Tools and Hand Saws)
Aug 01, 2008 ... The Kamisorime 375 extra large teeth saw is a new addition to the Silky USA product line. This saw is suitable for serious pruning tasks or cutting large branches. It is a 2-handed, professional, heavy-duty saw with a 14-4/5-inch, ultra-strong, curved fixed blade. Kamisorime 375 is a great ...
Professional tools from Fred Marvin.(Manual Hand Tools and Hand Saws)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Since 1943, Fred Marvin Associates has been manufacturing professional tools for the serious landscaper and arborist. From pole pruners, pole saws, hand saws, loppers and hand shears to wood and fiberglass ...
Husqvarna pruning saws.(Manual Hand Tools and Hand Saws)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Husqvarna pruning saws can handle smaller projects more quickly and easily. Available in straight or folding design, the pruning saws cut all types of wood. The folding pruning saw takes care of branches up to 4 inches in diameter, and can be folded for ease of transportation. The straight ...
Forestry Suppliers offers the silky hayate 20-foot telescoping pole saw.(Manual Hand Tools and Hand Saws)
Aug 01, 2008 ... This super-efficient, state-of-the-art pole saw features an oval-shaped aluminum telescoping pole that extends to 20 feet, a 16.54-inch high-tech curved blade with 5.5 teeth per inch, a comfort-grip rubber-covered ...
New Bri-Mar line of dump inserts.(What's New on the Market?)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Bri-Mar's DI-100 and DI-100-6 dump inserts are available for both 8-foot and 6-foot beds, and aid in the removal and transport of mulch, stone, dirt and debris. The dump inserts fit easily and securely in the back of any pickup truck, quickly converting it into a cost-effective dump truck ....
Easy-Lift harness.(What's New on the Market?)
Aug 01, 2008 ... The Easy-Lift harness is a power-assisted lifting harness developed specifically for the landscape and arborist industries. Its ergonomic design makes trimming and pruning easy by reducing stress and fatigue on the operator. It can lift up to 100 percent of the implement's weight, ...
FAE Scorpion tree trimmer.(What's New on the Market?)
Aug 01, 2008 ... FAE USA, Inc. introduced the Scorpion tree trimmer to the North American market. This boom-mounted saw blade can be used on carriers such as skid-steers, tractors, back-hoe loaders, tool carriers, and telehandlers that utilize a quick-attach system. The Scorpion tree trimmer is a versatile ...
Morbark Model 40/36 biomass chipper.(What's New on the Market?)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Morbark introduced the Model 40/36 whole-tree chipper, specifically geared for the biomass industry. Equipped with the same internal drive perfected on Morbark horizontal grinders, along with an extra-wide feed opening, the Model 40/36 aggressively feeds brushy tops and limbs. At 8 feet 6 ...
Hitch Climber pulley from SherrillTree.(What's New on the Market?)
Aug 01, 2008 ... If you climb with a friction hitch, SherrillTree is introducing what the company calls, "the Swiss Army knife of hitch-tending pulleys." The Hitch Climber Pulley is small in size and has 3 holes for attachment, along with flared side plates with well-rounded edges that guide incoming rope ....
Aerial Lift, Inc. aerial devices.(Aerial Lifts)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Aerial Lift, Inc. manufactures aerial devices for the tree care industry with working heights up to 77 feet; compact rearmount units for ease of getting into tight places with up to 62-feet working height and under CDL chassis; forestry package units; and ...
Genie introduces S-60 and S-65 Trax telescopic booms.(Aerial Lifts)
Aug 01, 2008 ... Genie unveiled the latest addition to its telescopic boom family--the S-60 and S-65 Trax models. The new Trax booms feature a 4-point track system that allows contractors to work any time of the year, enhancing traction for travel in difficult terrain. Genie's fixed-track booms are ...
JLG Model T500AJ.(Aerial Lifts)
Aug 01, 2008 ... The JLG Model T500AJ trailer-mounted boom lift has a large work envelope and fast towing speed. It also features automatic self-leveling hydraulic outriggers, a removable platform control box with simplified onehanded proportional controls, and a boom orientation that is configured for ...
'Patriot' Hybrid Elm.(ARBORAGE TREE OF THE MONTH)
Aug 01, 2008; ... Botanical Name: Ulmus 'Patriot' Trade Name: 'Patriot' Hybrid Elm Parentage: U. wilsoniana x U. pumila ('Accolade') x U. carpinifolia x U. glabra ('Urban'), National Arboretum introduction Family: Ulmaceae Height: 50 feet Spread: 40 ...