Wood Chippers Ellon
Threaded into the essence of Ellon's landscape, ILH Groundcare stands as the go-to destination for wood chipper hire, purchase and maintenance, supported by an illustrious history of helping Scotland's seasoned landscaping experts and groundcare specialists for many years. Their reputation flourishes through years of dedicated expertise.
Our team will match you with the most suitable chipper—from towable 6-inch options for home gardens to 8-inch tracked units for commercial jobs—and offer comprehensive support throughout.
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Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?
Such an enquiry stands as our most popular, and the reply will differ based on the type of material and your daily workload.
6-inch wood chippers in Ellon
A six-inch chipper processes branches with diameters measuring 150mm (6 inches), including the majority of residential garden maintenance, hedge removal tasks, and smaller-scale arboricultural tasks. The towable 6-inch variants from Forst are compact machines able to pass through conventional garden entrances while being compatible with towing with a transit van or pickup truck.
Is it not this brilliant? For those of you largely working on home gardens, hedge trimming work and small tree removals, a six-inch chipper will manage everything comfortably! You’ll save yourself the excess weight and expense of heavier machines while still getting all your work to perfection. Why spend more when you do not have to?
Six inch models weigh less than 750kg, allowing towing with a normal driving licence without the need for B+E towing qualifications. This is significant if your team features operators who do not have this additional licence category.
8-inch wood chippers in Ellon
An eight-inch chipper handles branches up to maximum 200mm (8 inches) thick, and runs with increased efficiency because of its wider throat aperture and upgraded engine power. The eight-inch models from Forst, available in both towable and tracked versions, are engineered specifically for professional arborists, extensive clearance projects, and high-intensity working schedules that involve continuous chipping operations throughout the entire day.
For tree surgeons frequently removing sizeable branches to fit a six-inch throat capacity, an eight-inch chipper offers marked efficiency gains as entire sections can be dealt with without first cutting. During periods of intense activity, the overall time retained through eliminating cross-cutting becomes quite noteworthy. One must factor in, however, the higher weight (the majority of 8-inch machines require a B+E licence for towing) and the increased rental or purchase expense, though active teams typically find that the greater operational efficiency in the long run makes up for the greater investment.
Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers
Towable chippers are mounted on road-legal chassis units and can be pulled by your vehicle to the job site. These provide the most suitable option for most jobs since you can drive to the location, disconnect the chipper, and commence processing material straight away. Self-propelled tracked chippers are specifically engineered for locations where accessibility issues hinder towed equipment from accessing the work area.
Finding it difficult with steep slopes, muddy terrain, forests with no vehicle entry, or spots where timber must be transported from firm ground far away? In all these scenarios, tracked equipment is invaluable! Valuable time and energy are saved because the chipper travels directly to your woodland materials rather than forcing you to bring everything to the machine. That’s fantastic for demanding work, isn’t it? Tracked machinery greatly improves how efficiently forestry tasks are done!
The Forst Wood Chipper Range
We supply the entire Forst collection, including towable, tracked, PTO and compact models with both petrol as well as diesel variants. Forst chippers are carefully designed and manufactured within the United Kingdom, boasting the unique ForstGrip feed rollers plus AutoIntelligence feed control system as standard equipment across the selection. All new machinery is supplied with a thorough three-year warranty.
The range starts with 6-inch 6-inch versions for buyers with restricted finances or smaller-scale jobs, progresses through the core towable selection in both petrol and diesel types, and reaches to 8-inch tracked units for trade contractors. Tractor-mounted PTO versions are also provided for those choosing an attachment rather than a separate machine. When selecting your initial chipper, we will discuss your regular workflow, the timber measurements you are processing, and your how often you use it. Since we offer every models from the Forst lineup, we have no reason to urge you towards a costlier or larger machine than what you actually require.
Our team keep an selection of second-hand chippers when available, featuring Forst and additional manufacturers. Each second-hand unit receives comprehensive inspection in our workshop before delivery, and we provide a clear evaluation of its condition, operational hours, and likely service longevity. For newcomers to the industry or those mindful of expenses, a quality used chipper that has been serviced and examined by our technical specialists often represents a cost-effective financial approach to commence operations without the expense required for new equipment.
The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range
In association with Forst, our organisation is an accredited Arbmax distributor. Based from Northern Ireland, Arbmax develops four specialised wood chippers built specifically for specialists requiring improved processing performance beyond traditional arboricultural equipment, whilst maintaining a towing weight below 3.5 tonnes, thereby making unnecessary the requirement for operators to possess an HGV licence.
When your six-inch or 8-inch arb chipper can’t keep up with your workload, Arbmax often becomes the next step, offering capacities between 12 and 18 inches. Forestry contractors, biomass operations and councils undertaking storm clearance notice the improved capacity provides returns through less on-site time.
Contact us on 0141 775 9288 to explore whether disc or drum is more appropriate for your specifications, or to book a demonstration.
Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Ellon?
Your option to buy relies on your chipper operation needs and depending on whether the amount of work justifies ownership.
Our rental fleet includes six-inch and eight-inch Forst chippers available in both towable and tracked formats. Each machine is serviced in our workshop after each hire, so sharp blades, properly adjusted feed roller settings, and engines that start right away. We provide daily, weekly as well as extended-term rates with improved pricing for extended hires.
Transport and collection throughout Ellon can be arranged, or alternatively items can be collected from Cumbernauld. For tree surgeons swapping kit, landscapers working on clearance jobs, or municipal grounds teams in need of additional capacity, renting from a specialist ensures you receive the right chipper for your particular requirement as opposed to simply accepting whatever equipment may be available in a regular rental outlet.
For standard chipping operations, buying is the practical option. Ellon-area contractors enjoy dealer proximity—just 15 minutes away instead of nationwide travel. You will have access to localised warranty support, servicing, components, and assistance. When maintenance is required, simply bring your chipper to our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve once the servicing is complete.
Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Ellon
Within our local workshop, we provide comprehensive servicing for chippers from all leading manufacturers, encompassing everything from regular maintenance and blade edge restoration to advanced hydraulic systems repair, electrical fault finding, and complete machine reconstruction. Our skilled technicians are adept on Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen, and TP chippers, ensuring that regardless of your particular brand choice, your equipment receives the necessary attention and expert upkeep it demands.
Woodchipper blades and anvils often deteriorate especially quickly. Operating a chipper with dull blades not simply reduces efficiency and also adds pressure to the engine, hydraulic feed mechanism, and flywheel, which in turn diminishing the working life of all related components. Our workshop carries a comprehensive selection of genuine Forst replacement parts, covering blades, anvils, feed roller elements, belts, filters, and other commonly replaced parts. The majority of parts can be obtained immediately when collected in person or delivered nationwide across the UK by the following day.
To all our Ellon customers, the workshop is just a swift trip up the M80! All you need to do is drop your machine off with us in the morning and we’ll phone you as soon as it’s finished. It’s that simple!
Why Ellon Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers
Ellon supplies a variety of solutions for chipper rentals. National rental chains, regional plant hire businesses, and a range of online booking services all function within the region. What truly separates providers apart, however, is the extent of support offered when you run into difficulties.
Get in touch with a general booking office and you’ll speak to someone who merely inputs reservations. Call ILH and you’ll consult with an knowledgeable person who can go through the key differences between 6-inch and 8-inch chippers, spell out why tracked machinery is an advantage for certain Ellon locations, and advise on appropriate blade types for your woodworking requirements.
This expert understanding is vital when deciding on the correct equipment for your project, and becomes even more valuable when difficulties arise during the project and you call for phone assistance from someone with real grasp of the machine’s operation.
We deliver extensive services that go beyond equipment hire alone. Our activities encompass selling, maintenance, and supply components for matching machinery. This approach means that our hire fleet benefits from maintenance from specialists who dedicate their careers to servicing and repairing chippers, rather than from generalist mechanics responsible for maintaining mixed selections of tools and equipment.
Wood Chippers Ellon FAQ
How much does it cost to hire a wood chipper in Ellon?
Curious about chipper rental costs in Ellon? The price varies depending on both the size of the chipper and the hire duration! Commercial wood chippers usually cost between £120 to £180 for a one-day rental, with more competitive pricing available when you hire for a week or longer. Interested in knowing exactly what you’ll pay? Give us a ring on 0141 775 9288 and we’ll give a personalised quote reflecting your individual machinery preferences and rental duration!
Do you deliver chippers to Ellon?
Our Cumbernauld facility acts as the main hub from which we provide both rental and bought equipment throughout Ellon and its surrounding regions. Delivery charges are provided as a separate quotation to ensure absolute transparency regarding the total cost. Alternatively, if you choose to transport the machinery yourself, you are welcome to collect personally from our premises and move the equipment yourself.
Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?
Most 6-inch towable chippers keep a weight less than 750kg, meaning they can be towed with only a standard Category B driving licence. If you move up to larger 8-inch models, their weight typically surpasses the 750kg threshold, requiring a B+E (trailer) licence for legal towing. We advise reaching out to us during booking, as we are happy to check the exact weight of the specific machine you require.
Can I hire a chipper with an operator?
Our team supply the units minus operators, but we fully demonstrate the controls when delivering and provide phone assistance throughout the hire period. If you need a plant operator, we can sometimes refer you to local tree surgeons or contractors who provide operated hire services.
Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Ellon
Call 0141 775 9288 or alternatively complete our form below. Do inform us if you need a chipper for rental or purchase, along with information of your materials for chipping, and we shall reply with the most suitable equipment and quote.
Specialist chipper specialists, our family-run company has been running since 2007! Looking to rent a machine, purchase one outright, get it repaired or find spare parts? We have everything you need right here in our workshop. Just pop in and see what we can do for you!