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Business

Stihl introduces new chainsaw for professional arborists

Stihl says its new MS 201 T C-M chainsaw was designed specifically for tree-service professionals. The company touts the integration of its “M-Tronic” engine management system into the new top-handle saw, claiming the system improves fuel efficiency while ensuring the machine automatically adjusts to conditions such as altitude and temperature. “Whether at the top of […]

December 4, 2015

Business

Husqvarna R&D focuses on how landscapers do their jobs

Husqvarna’s “Ramus” concept, which is focused on exploiting Bluetooth connectivity in battery-powered equipment, including trimmers and chainsaws.

October 12, 2015

Business

Safety watch: Proper training, equipment essential during tree service work

A 14-year-old was asked by the owner of a tree service to climb a tree and block off a 16-foot portion. The teenager was not qualified to be an arborist and lacked proper training. The tree was more than 50 feet tall, and the block fell faster than anticipated. The harness severed, and the teenager, […]

April 10, 2015

Design-Build

High-speed chase ends with flying chainsaws

There are many steps to follow to make sure you are using a chainsaw properly. We cover many safety topics on what not to do with chainsaws, and there was a recent report about one individual who was arrested for using a chainsaw incorrectly. Police responded to an alarm at a local John Deere store […]

January 12, 2015

Business

What machines you missed at the industry’s biggest show

Missed this year’s GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Kentucky? Don’t worry. Catch up on the latest pieces of equipment with this list.

December 30, 2014

Business

Oregon Expands Outdoor Power Equipment with Blower, Two Chainsaws

Oregon is expanding its outdoor power equipment with the addition of three products: a blower, second-generation chainsaw and a corded electric chainsaw.

October 28, 2014

Business

Worx Expands Line of Electric-Powered Equipment

Worx has expanded its line of electric chainsaws with the introduction of the 10-inch, 8A Electric Chainsaw/Polesaw. The two-in-one yard tool can detach without tools from its extension pole for use as a regular chainsaw.

October 27, 2014

Business

Stihl Celebrates 40 Years of Manufacturing in United States

Stihl recently celebrated its 40th anniversary of manufacturing in the United States. What started with less than 50 employees working together to make one model of chainsaw in a rented warehouse in 1974 has grown into a large-scale manufacturing facility.

October 17, 2014

Business

How to operate chainsaws safely on jobsites

After pro-golfer Greg Norman almost lost his left hand during a chainsaw accident, organizations are continuing to emphasize the importance of chainsaw safety.

October 2, 2014

Business

Safety watch: Protecting workers from hearing loss

Different levels of noise are all around crewmembers every day on jobsites. However, whenever workers are exposed to some of those sounds for hours on end every day, hearing loss can become a serious problem.

September 4, 2014

Business

Husqvarna Celebrates 325 Years of Production

Since its start in 1689, Husqvarna has developed a great deal of products and is celebrating 325 years in business. In the late 1600’s, the wars that raged across Europe resulted in an increase in Sweden’s weapons production. Hydropower was required in the manufacturing process, so in 1689, a drilling works was established beside the waterfalls in Huskvarna, southern Sweden (at that time spelled Husqvarna), where many products are still produced today.

July 7, 2014

Business

[Video] Stihl Equipment Showcased in The Band Perry Music Video

Stihl has taken center stage in a new way. The company has recently made an appearance in reigning Academy Country Music (ACM) Vocal Group of the Year, The Band Perry’s latest music video.

May 20, 2014