Variety of axes and wedges. Axes are perhaps the oldest tools used by tree surgeons and are probably the most widely used tool of all time. It is believed that the first axes of history date back to around 6000 BC. Until the middle of the 19th century, the main use of the axe was for small tasks by self-sufficient farmers and their communities or by artisans.
Industrialization brought aggressive logging and introduced axes to new customers, such as specialized forestry workers and forestry companies. This increase in demand meant that axles began to be commercially produced for the first time. I think it's a shame when people discard a tool that has worked well since the beginning of time. It reflects our technology-infected society and our culture of health and safety.
I personally use an ax at home as much as a hook, and as much or maybe more than a chainsaw. To cut down a small diameter tree (6 or less) I would take a hacksaw and an ax to work with pleasure. It's different when you're doing commercial logging, but when you're well-trained and you have time, it's perfectly acceptable. An axe is essentially a more portable version of the chopping axe that is highlighted above.
You can use an ax to cut tree branches effectively and you can cut small trees. It won't be as good at cutting down larger trees as the chopping axe, but it's still a very practical tool to have. People take these axes on camping trips to chop wood. Professional arborists and tree cutters must know the ins and outs of each tree they work on in order to make cuts safely without jeopardizing their safety and that of others.
Always look for the word “certified” in front of the arborist to know that those who work in your yard have received the appropriate training. It doesn't matter if a person is the best tree climber there is, an arborist must also be competent in using the right tools and machines to carry out his work. An arborist studies tree biomechanics and is trained in the art and science of planting, caring for and maintaining trees. If there are no arborists in your area, look for a reputable ranger or tree service to safely remove the tree.
The arborists are knowledgeable and trained with the right techniques to care for a variety of tree species. Most arborists specialize in a particular area of tree care, such as planting, pruning, cutting, or controlling diseases. For more advanced work, hire a certified arborist to help you with the diagnosis and confirm if the tree can be saved or should be removed. So if you've ever wondered how professionals work their magic, here's a look at arborists and their experience needed to cut down trees safely.
Skilled arborists use all of these tools to safely and efficiently remove tree branches, prune and cut dead or disease-affected trees. Experts recommend hiring a certified arborist to remove a tree 8 inches or larger in diameter around the trunk. Arbolists, or tree surgeons, often face life-threatening situations.
