Wood Chippers Grange

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

The enquiry we’re asked with greatest frequency relates to which machine to choose, with our guidance differing based on the chosen materials being processed and your daily processing volume expectations.

6-inch wood chippers in Grange

A six-inch chipper processes branches with diameters as large as 150mm (6 inches), suitable for most residential garden activities, hedge maintenance, and light arboricultural projects. The compact towable 6-inch models from Forst are built to pass through typical garden gates and can be conveniently towed using a van or utility vehicle.

If you are someone whose main focus revolves around residential gardens, periodic hedge trimming sessions and the now and then small tree removal, a 6-inch chipper remains well up to the task. This versatile tool tackles such tasks with effortlessness, offering the perfect balance without encumbering you with the unnecessary heft and additional expense that typically accompanies larger machinery.

Coming in at less than 750kg, the 6-inch models are towable using a standard driving licence – no B+E towing qualification needed! This is especially handy if some drivers in your team are missing that extra licence category. How simple is that?

8-inch wood chippers in Grange

Want a machine that cuts through branches as thick as 200mm (8 inches)? The 8-inch chipper easily tackles material more efficiently thanks to its enlarged feed area and higher powered engine. Want serious kit? Forst’s 8-inch range offers 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. Perfect for when you’ve got mountains of woody waste to process!

When frequently processing substantial branches to match a 6-inch throat capacity, moving up to an 8-inch machine gets rid of the need for pre-cutting, enabling whole branches to be fed directly. During peak periods, the cumulative time saved from not having to cross-cut becomes substantial. While there are cons such as increased weight (most 8-inch models require a B+E licence for towing) and greater hire or purchase expenses, busy teams often recognise that the enhanced productivity ultimately balances the additional investment.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Trailer-mounted chippers are installed on road-legal chassis systems that fix to your vehicle for transportation to the worksite. These are the best selection for the vast majority of operations because one simply drives to the location, detaches the equipment, and begins the chipping process. In contrast, tracked chippers operate as self-propelled units designed for environments where trailer units cannot get close to the immediate vicinity to the task area.

Travelling across inclined ground, working on soft soil, moving through forests closed off to vehicles, and managing locations where timber means significant manual transportation from the closest stable surface—these scenarios all highlight how tracked equipment preserves your valuable time and energy, as the chipper moves straight to the timber instead of requiring you to make the return trip.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

We supply the full range in the Forst lineup, including towable, tracked, PTO and compact versions offered with petrol or diesel engines. Forst chippers are proudly designed and produced right here in the UK, boasting their cutting-edge ForstGrip feed rollers and AutoIntelligence feed control technology as standard across the collection throughout the collection. Thinking about a new machine? Each one includes a superb 3-year warranty!

The series opens with entry-level 6-inch options for those working with constrained budgets or less demanding requirements, advances through the essential towable selection in both petrol and diesel versions, and moves up to eight-inch tracked equipment designed for professional contractors. Tractor-mounted models are additionally available for users who prefer a PTO chipper over an independent unit. When buying your initial chipper, we will talk about your regular usage, the dimensions of wood you are handling, and your amount of machine usage. As authorised dealers of the full Forst catalogue, we have no motivation to steer you towards a costlier or more expensive model than needed for your needs.

We have used chippers in stock as availability allows, including Forst and various other makes. Every second-hand machine passes through our workshop for comprehensive inspection before delivery, and we’ll provide you with a straightforward evaluation of its condition, usage hours, and predicted remaining working life. Keen to launch your work or wanting to keep costs low? A quality used chipper that’s been checked and maintained by our technical team could be a great option to get your business moving without committing to brand-new equipment. Isn’t that a smarter way to start?

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

As recognised dealers for both Forst and Arbmax, we confidently represent the Northern Ireland manufacturer whose four chipper models ideally suit operators requiring enhanced capacity exceeding conventional arborist machinery whilst maintaining a towing weight below 3.5 tonnes, which negating the necessity for an HGV licence.

Noticing your eight-inch arb chipper just isn’t cutting it anymore because your materials have grown larger? Arbmax is often your next next upgrade, with options spanning twelve to eighteen inches. Forestry contractors, biomass operations and councils tackling storm clearance will find the increased capacity means significant time saved during work. The investment soon becomes worthwhile through enhanced on-site efficiency!

Contact us on 0141 775 9288 to go over whether disk or drum technology would be most ideal for your unique requirements, or to book a one-to-one demonstration of our equipment.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Grange?

Your decision to hire depends on your chipper operation requirements and if the volume of work is enough for ownership.

Our leasing fleet features Forst chippers in both 6-inch and 8-inch sizes, available in towable or tracked formats. Each machine is given a comprehensive service in our workshop between rentals, making sure of sharp blades, properly adjusted feed roller settings, and engines that start without delay. We provide competitive pricing for daily, weekly and extended rental periods, with more favourable rates available for longer-term hires.

Across the length of Grange, we offer both drop-off and collection services, though you’re certainly free to pick up from our Cumbernauld branch. When tree surgeons find themselves between equipment, landscapers tackle clearance projects, or council grounds maintenance teams need additional resources, choosing a dedicated provider for your hire ensures you’ll get the perfect chipper matched for your specific task—not simply whatever happens to be available at a standard hire facility.

Purchasing outright can be more beneficial for those chipping every day. Grange operators gain hugely from having their dealer just a quick 15-minute drive away rather than having to travel hundreds of miles. All your warranty claims, servicing requests, replacement parts and expert guidance are easily local. Need your chipper looked at? Simply bring it in at our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve it once the work’s complete. How brilliant is that?

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Grange

Our Cumbernauld workshop provides complete maintenance covering routine servicing, blade sharpening, hydraulic repairs, electrical diagnostics, and full rebuilds for chippers from all leading manufacturers. We have the know-how to handle maintenance and repairs for Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen, and TP chippers, guaranteeing your equipment gets the correct maintenance regardless of brand.

Shredder blades and anvils tend to deteriorate more quickly than other parts. Operating a chipper with dull blades not simply reduces efficiency , but it also places additional strain on the engine, hydraulic feed mechanism, and flywheel, which in turn reducing the service life of other parts of the machine. Our workshop carries a comprehensive inventory of genuine Forst replacement parts, such as 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 shipped throughout the UK for next-day delivery.

For Grange customers, the workshop is easily available via a quick journey up the M80. You can leave your machine with us in the morning, and we will call you once the repair work is done.

Why Grange Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

In the core of Grange, you’ll find numerous chipper rental options. From nationwide hire chains to local plant equipment suppliers and online reservation platforms, the neighbourhood is well-served for those in need of chipping equipment. Where these services truly diverge, however, is in their approach when you find yourself needing assistance or guidance.

Phone a regular national hire desk and you are connected with someone who merely processes your booking. Contact ILH and and you’ll talk to someone who can set out the key differences between a 6-inch and 8-inch chipper, make clear why tracked equipment can be preferable on select Grange sites, and offer guidance on the most suitable blade varieties for the specific timber you are working with.

Having specialist understanding is essential when selecting tools for a project, and becomes even more valuable when complications occur on site and you need telephone support from someone with real knowledge of the equipment.

We offer wide-ranging services that go beyond rental alone. Our services cover sales, repair, and supply parts for matching machinery. This structure guarantees that our fleet of equipment for hire gets maintenance from dedicated professionals who devote their careers to servicing and repairing chippers, instead of from multi-skilled mechanics responsible for servicing varied collections of tools and equipment.

Wood Chippers Grange FAQ

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

Machinery rental charges differ depending on the size of equipment and period of rental. Commercial wood chipper rentals in Grange typically cost £120 and £180 per day, with more competitive pricing offered for week-long and longer hire periods. Phone 0141 775 9288 to obtain a custom quotation for your individual machinery specifications and expected length of use.

Do you deliver chippers to Grange?

Our Cumbernauld facility functions as the core base from which we provide both rental and sales equipment throughout Grange and its nearby regions. Transport expenses are offered as a separate quotation to ensure full transparency regarding the final cost. Alternatively, should you prefer to move the machinery on your own, you retain the option to collect directly from our location and transport the equipment yourself.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

Most 6-inch towable chippers weigh under 750kg, so you can tow them with a regular Category B driving licence. On the other hand, the more substantial 8-inch models typically weigh over 750kg, meaning you need a B+E (trailer) licence. When making your booking with us, we will verify the exact weight of the requested machine for your confirmation.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

We supply the units excluding operators, but we carefully show the operation systems on delivery and supply phone assistance for the full duration of the rental. If you need a machine operator, we can sometimes recommend nearby tree surgeons or contractors who offer operated hire services.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Grange

Call 0141 775 9288 or alternatively complete our form below. Do inform us if you are seeking a chipper for rental or purchase, along with specifications of your materials for chipping, and we shall respond with the most ideal equipment and quote.

Expert chipper experts, our family-run company has been operating since 2007! Looking to rent a machine, buy one outright, get it serviced or source spare parts? We have everything sorted right here in our premises. Just pop in and see what we can do for you!