Wood Chippers Breakish

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

This particular enquiry tops our frequently asked questions, with the reply depending depending on the type of material and your throughput each day.

6-inch wood chippers in Breakish

A six-inch chipper processes branches with diameters up to 150mm (6 inches), sufficient for most residential garden jobs, hedge trimming, and minor arboricultural tasks. The space-saving towable 6-inch models from Forst are engineered to pass through typical garden gates and can be readily towed using a van or pick-up.

For individuals whose main focus revolves around private gardens, frequent hedge trimming tasks and the occasional need for small tree removal, a 6-inch chipper remains perfectly suitable. This useful tool handles such tasks with no trouble, delivering the perfect balance without encumbering you with the unnecessary heft and additional expense that always accompanies larger machinery.

Weighing in at less than 750kg, the 6-inch models are towable using a standard driving licence – no B+E towing qualification necessary! This is really useful if some drivers in your team haven’t got that extra licence category. How simple is that?

8-inch wood chippers in Breakish

Fancy a machine that makes light work of through branches as thick as 200mm (8 inches)? The 8-inch chipper processes material quicker thanks to its broader intake and upgraded engine. After serious kit? Forst’s 8-inch range comes in both towable and tracked versions, specifically designed for professional arborists, major clearance jobs, and those long graft days when you’re feeding the beast from sunrise to sunset. Ideal for when you’ve got mountains of woody waste to process!

Wow, isn’t it amazing how much time is saved when you are processing bigger branches? With an 8-inch machine, you can feed everything in whole instead of constantly cross-cutting to fit a 6-inch throat! On those hectic days, all that saved cross-cutting time really accumulates impressively. Of course, there’s a balance to think about – most 8-inch machines are heavier (typically requiring a B+E licence for towing) and they cost more to hire or buy. But for high-output teams, the significant boost in productivity actually pays for itself in the long run!

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Towable chippers are positioned on road-compliant chassis systems that attach to your vehicle for transport to the worksite. These are the ideal selection for the majority of operations because one simply travels to the location, uncouples the equipment, and begins the chipping process. By comparison, tracked chippers function as self-propelled units purpose-built for environments where trailer units cannot reach close proximity to the task area.

Difficult environments like sharp inclines, uneven terrain, forested areas where no roads reach, and locations where timber must be transported from distant solid ground are all situations where tracked machinery becomes both time-saving and cost-effective, as the chipper goes directly to the wood instead of having to move materials to the equipment.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

You can access the complete Forst selection, including towable, crawler, PTO and space-saving models available with petrol or diesel engines. Forst chippers are UK designed & built, with ForstGrip feed rollers and AutoIntelligence feed control as standard on all machines. Every new chipper comes with a 3-year warranty.

Our line-up begins with smaller 6-inch models for individuals with constrained resources or reduced job requirements, continues through the principal towable series in gasoline and diesel variants, and extends to 8-inch tracked units for experienced contractors. PTO models are also offered for those wanting tractor-mounted chippers instead of independent equipment. For first-time purchasers, we’ll talk through your typical workload, timber specifications you’re handling, and frequency of machine usage. As suppliers of the complete Forst portfolio, we have no motivation to push a larger or premium model than needed for your requirements.

We regularly have used chippers in our stock as they become available, including Forst and multiple other manufacturers. Each used machine is given a comprehensive inspection in our workshop before sale, and we supply a transparent evaluation of its state, hours used, and remaining service life. For new operators entering operators or those conscious of expenditure, a quality used chipper that has been serviced and fully checked by our technical specialists often represent a sensible investment to start operations without facing the full expense of a new machine.

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

In association with Forst, our organisation serves as an official Arbmax distributor. Originating from Northern Ireland, Arbmax manufactures four unique wood chippers designed specifically for specialists seeking improved processing performance beyond standard arboricultural equipment, while maintaining a towing weight under 3.5 tonnes, thus eliminating the requirement for operators to have an HGV licence.

For those stepping beyond a 6-inch or 8-inch arb chipper due to needing larger materials, Arbmax typically is the ideal progression, delivering capacities from 12 to 18 inches. Forestry contractors, biomass operations and councils dealing with storm clearance will discover the increased capacity offers substantial returns thanks to reduced on-site processing time.

Ring us on 0141 775 9288 for a quick conversation about whether drum would be the right choice for your job! Interested in seeing them in action? We can set up a demo for you as well!

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Breakish?

Choosing to rent or buy a chipper in the end rests on the how often with which you use the equipment and whether your degree of use warrants ownership of such a machine.

Our rental fleet encompasses 6-inch and 8-inch Forst chippers offered as both towable and tracked versions. Each machine is given servicing in our workshop between rentals, guaranteeing keen blades, finely tuned feed roller settings, and engines that start right away. We supply daily, weekly, and extended rental periods with better rates for extended hires.

Across the length of Breakish, we offer both delivery and collection services, though you’re equally welcome to pick up from our Cumbernauld location. When tree surgeons find themselves in need of tools, groundskeepers undertake removal projects, or local authority grounds teams need further support, choosing a specialist for your hire guarantees you’ll be supplied with the perfect chipper tailored to your specific task—not simply what’s left on the shelf at a standard hire facility.

For operators involved in chipping tasks each day, buying the necessary kit represents the practical decision. Notably for businesses based in Breakish, this provides having your dealer just fifteen minutes from your location instead of found at the far extremity of the nation. Warranty support, maintenance support, replacement components and expert advice are all easily accessible in your area. Should your chipper need repairs or repairs, you simply take it to our Cumbernauld workshop and get it once the necessary work has been completed.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Breakish

Our Cumbernauld workshop provides thorough maintenance services, including routine upkeep, blade sharpening, hydraulic system repairs, electrical fault troubleshooting, and complete rebuilds for wood chippers manufactured by all leading brands. We deliver specialised servicing and repair capabilities for Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen, and TP chippers, guaranteeing whatever the make of your equipment, we can carry out proper professional maintenance to the most exacting standards.

Cutting blades and anvils are subject to the most significant deterioration. Using a chipper with dull blades extends beyond merely reducing efficiency; it imposes additional strain onto the engine, hydraulic feed mechanisms, and the flywheel, thereby diminishing the operational lifespan of all other machine components. Our workshop holds an inventory of authentic Forst replacement parts, covering blades, anvils, feed roller elements, belts, filters, and regularly worn components. The majority of these parts can be collected on the same day or delivered throughout the UK by the following day.

{Breakish} clients can access the facility easily via the main road. All you need to do is drop off your machine with us in the start of the day, and we will contact you once the work are completed.

Why Breakish Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

In the core of Breakish, you will find plenty of chipper rental choices. From nationwide hire chains to local plant equipment suppliers and online reservation platforms, the area is well catered for for those requiring chipping equipment. Where these options truly separate, however, is in their response when you happen to be in need of assistance or guidance.

When get in touch with a standard national hire desk, you’ll converse with team members who just handle reservations. Contact ILH, on the other hand, and you will interact with knowledgeable staff qualified to explain the key differences between 6-inch and 8-inch chippers, highlighting why tracked equipment is preferable on certain Breakish sites, and providing expert guidance regarding appropriate blade selections for the kinds of timber you are processing.

That specialist understanding is key when selecting the appropriate equipment for your project, and becomes even more significant when problems arise on site and you call for help via telephone from someone with genuine grasp of the machine’s operation.

We don’t simply offer hire options! We also sell these machines, maintain them regularly, and provide all required parts too. This means our hire fleet is cared for by specialists specialising in chipper repairs, not just general mechanics handling all sorts of equipment and machinery. Doesn’t that inspire confidence in reliability?

Wood Chippers Breakish FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a wood chipper in Breakish?

Tool rental costs differ according to the type of equipment and duration of rental. Commercial wood chipper rental services in Breakish typically are priced at £120–£180 daily, with more favourable prices provided for week-long and extended hire periods. Phone 0141 775 9288 to get a custom quotation for your individual machinery requirements and planned length of use.

Do you deliver chippers to Breakish?

Our Cumbernauld workshop acts as the primary centre from which we supply both hire and bought equipment throughout Breakish and its surrounding regions. Transportation costs are given as a separate quotation to ensure full transparency regarding the overall cost. Alternatively, if you prefer to transfer the machinery yourself, you are welcome to collect directly from our location and take the equipment yourself.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

The vast majority of 6-inch towable chippers typically have a weight below 750kg, allowing them to be towed with a regular Category B driving licence. On the other hand, the larger eight-inch models often exceed the 750kg threshold, requiring a B+E (trailer) licence for legal operation. We recommend contacting our team at the when booking, at which time we shall verify the exact weight of your preferred machine.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

Our team supply the units minus operators, but we carefully explain the controls when delivering and offer remote assistance for the entire rental period. Should you require a plant operator, we can occasionally suggest nearby tree surgeons or contractors who offer operated hire services.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Breakish

Call 0141 775 9288 or submit the form available. Tell us if you need a hire or purchase, state what materials need chipping, and we will reply with the suitable machine and estimate.

Experienced chipper specialists working as a family-run company established in 2007. We provide specialist hire services, sales, thorough servicing, and genuine parts sourced from our modern workshop.