Wood Chippers Hirst

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

This specific enquiry comes up more frequently than any other, with our answer adapting depending on the exact material being chipped and your day-to-day processing volume. Like a river that changes course depending on the landscape, our advice adapts depending on what exactly you’re chipping and the volume you process within a twenty-four hour period.

6-inch wood chippers in Hirst

Capable of processing branches up to maximum 150mm (6 inches) in diameter, a 6-inch chipper effectively manages most household garden maintenance, hedge trimming operations, and less demanding arboricultural tasks. Forst’s line-up of 6-inch towable units provides conveniently sized equipment that can pass through typical garden entranceways while being suitable for towing with commercial vehicles such as transit vans or pickups.

For individuals with a primary focus centres around residential gardens, periodic hedge trimming jobs and the occasional need for small tree removal, a 6-inch chipper proves itself perfectly suitable. This useful tool handles such tasks with little effort, offering the perfect balance without saddling you with the unnecessary heft and additional expense that typically accompanies larger machinery.

The 6-inch versions come with a weight of less than 750kg, allowing them to be towed with just a standard driving licence, doing away with the need for a B+E towing qualification. This is particularly noteworthy when your workforce comprises team members who do not have the supplementary licence category.

8-inch wood chippers in Hirst

An 8-inch chipper deals with branches up to 200mm (eight inches) diameter at a faster rate thanks to its larger feed chute and more robust engine. Forst’s 8-inch models are available in both towable and tracked versions, purpose-built for tree care professionals, large-scale site clearance, and intensive workdays where non-stop chipping run from dawn until dusk.

For tree care professionals regularly cutting back sizeable branches to match a six-inch throat capacity, an eight-inch chipper offers notable efficiency improvements as entire sections can be chipped without preliminary cutting. During periods of high activity, the cumulative time retained through removing cross-cutting becomes quite noteworthy. One must take into account, however, the increased weight (the majority of 8-inch machines require a B+E licence for towing) and the increased rental or purchase expense, though working teams typically find that the enhanced operational efficiency in the long run justifies the greater investment.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Trailer-mounted chippers are set upon a roadworthy chassis, enabling them to be pulled behind your vehicle directly to your work location. These provide the optimal selection for most tasks, as you simply drive to the site, unhook the chipper, and start your chipping operation. Tracked chippers, conversely, are self-driven units specifically crafted for locations where trailer-mounted machinery cannot access areas close to where the work needs to be performed.

Finding it difficult with steep slopes, wet terrain, areas inaccessible to vehicles, or places needing timber moved from far-off solid areas? In these situations, tracked equipment truly shines! You’ll save precious time and energy because the chipper moves straight to your timber on site rather than having you move all the material to the equipment. Doesn’t that make tough tasks so much easier? Forestry work is made far more efficient with tracked technology!

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

We offer every model in the Forst lineup, including trailer-mounted, tracked, PTO and compact versions on offer with petrol or diesel engines. Forst chippers are proudly created and produced right here in the UK, boasting their innovative ForstGrip feed rollers and AutoIntelligence feed control technology as a standard feature throughout the collection. Fancy a new machine? Each one includes a fantastic 3-year warranty!

Our line-up begins with compact 6-inch options for individuals with restricted finances or lighter application requirements, continues through the principal towable series in unleaded and diesel options, and finishes to 8-inch tracked units for commercial contractors. PTO versions are also supplied for users wanting tractor-mounted chippers instead of independent equipment. For new purchasers, we’ll talk through your typical workload, timber sizes you’re handling, and how often of machine usage. As dealers of the complete Forst line-up, we have no motivation to recommend a costlier or higher-priced model than necessary for your requirements.

We keep an inventory of used chippers as they become available, featuring Forst and other manufacturers. Each pre-owned unit is given detailed inspection in our workshop before delivery, and we provide a honest evaluation of its state, operational hours, and expected service longevity. For newcomers to the industry or those mindful of expenses, a reliable pre-owned chipper that has been attended to and reviewed by our technical specialists often represents a prudent financial approach to commence operations without the expense required for new equipment.

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

In association with Forst, our business serves as an accredited Arbmax distributor. Originating from Northern Ireland, Arbmax produces four specialised wood chippers crafted specifically for specialists requiring superior processing capacity beyond conventional arboricultural equipment, whilst maintaining a towing weight less than 3.5 tonnes, thereby making unnecessary the requirement for operators to hold an HGV licence.

As your project demands goes beyond the capabilities of lesser 6-inch or 8-inch arb chippers, Arbmax proves itself as the logical progression, providing notable capacity between 12 and 18 inches. Forestry professionals, biomass operations, and local councils managing storm debris all find that this superior capability delivers significant benefits through substantial time savings whilst conducting operations at the scene.

Reach out to us on 0141 775 9288 to discuss whether disk or drum solutions would be most fitting for your specific requirements, or to schedule a one-to-one showcase of our devices.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Hirst?

Your option to purchase is based on your chipper operation requirements and depending on whether the volume of work merits ownership.

Our comprehensive hire fleet offers both 6-inch and 8-inch Forst chippers available in towable and tracked variants. Each machine receives thorough servicing in our workshop after every rental, guaranteeing sharp blades, accurately set feed roller settings, and engines that reliably start on first attempt. We provide versatile hiring options including daily, weekly and longer period rates, with more advantageous pricing provided for extended rentals.

Fancy having your equipment brought or picked up across Hirst? You can certainly do that! Or, visit our Cumbernauld location to pick it up yourself. Are you a tree surgeon rotating equipment? Maybe you’re a landscaper tackling a sizeable clearance project? Or maybe you’re on a council grounds team requiring additional resources? When you hire from specialists like us, you’ll get the ideal chipper matched to your specific needs, not just any random machine ends up available at a regular hire centre. How fantastic is that?

For professionals engaged in chipping tasks on a daily basis, purchasing the necessary kit represents the most logical choice. Notably for businesses located in Hirst, this provides that your dealer just fifteen minutes from your location instead of situated at the other extremity of the nation. Warranty support, maintenance services, replacement spares and specialist guidance are all conveniently accessible locally. Should your chipper require attention or repairs, you simply deliver it to our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve it once the appropriate work has been completed.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Hirst

Our Cumbernauld service centre delivers thorough maintenance covering routine servicing, blade sharpening, hydraulic repairs, electrical diagnostics and full rebuilds for chippers from all leading manufacturers. We deliver expert service and repair for Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen as well as TP chippers, ensuring effective maintenance regardless of which brand you operate.

Blades and anvils wear out most rapidly. Running a chipper with blunt blades reduces efficiency and places additional strain on the motor, hydraulic feed system and flywheel, subsequently reducing the lifespan of any other machine components. Our workshop maintains authentic Forst spare parts including blades, anvils, feed roller components, belts, filters and standard wear items. The majority of parts can be collected same-day or shipped next-day throughout the UK.

Customers from Hirst find our workshop highly accessible with simply a swift journey up the M80. You can simply leave your machine with us in the morning, and we’ll call you when the servicing or repairs are completed and your equipment is ready to collect.

Why Hirst Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

Hirst offers numerous places where one can get a chipper for hire. The area is well catered for by nationwide rental chains, general equipment suppliers, and various internet reservation services. What truly separates these options, however, is the level of assistance on offer when complications arise.

Call a standard national rental service and you will speak to an individual who merely manages reservations. Ring ILH, however, and you’ll be connected to a well-informed professional who can outline the differences between 6-inch and 8-inch chippers, elucidate why tracked equipment is advantageous on specific Hirst locations, and offer guidance with regard to appropriate blade selections for the category of timber you’re handling.

Such professional insight makes a real difference when choosing tools for your project! And guess what? It becomes vitally important when something goes wrong on site and you need to talk to someone who actually knows how your gear works. Having an expert to hand who truly gets what you’re dealing with can really help, right?

We provide a comprehensive package beyond only hiring equipment. Our offerings include supplying machines, keeping them through specialist servicing, and providing replacement parts – all for the exact equipment models we rent. This comprehensive strategy means our hire fleet get maintenance from specialist technicians who fix and service chippers as their primary occupation, instead of from generalist mechanics in charge of servicing varied tools and equipment fleets.

Wood Chippers Hirst FAQ

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

Equipment rental costs fluctuate based on the type of plant and period of hire. Commercial wood chipper hires in Hirst usually cost £120–£180 per day, with more competitive pricing available for week-long and extended hire terms. Contact 0141 775 9288 to request a custom quotation based on your individual machinery needs and planned period of use.

Do you deliver chippers to Hirst?

We offer both hire and purchase alternatives for our machines, transporting them throughout Hirst and neighbouring localities from our workshop in Cumbernauld. The delivery fee is provided separately, guaranteeing you get complete pricing transparency before committing. If you prefer, if you would rather to transport the equipment yourself, you are free to collect in person from our workshop and tow it independently.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

Typically, 6-inch towable chippers have a weight below 750kg, making it possible for them to be towed with a standard Category B driving licence. The more substantial 8-inch models, however, generally go over the 750kg threshold, required a B+E (trailer) licence for legal towing. When placing your booking, please speak with our team to check the specific weight of the specific machine you need.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

We provide just the unit for your hire, not the staff to operate it, but rest assured! When we drop off your hire, we’ll offer a thorough walkthrough of all the controls and supply 24/7 phone support throughout your rental period. Need someone to operate it? We can usually recommend reputable tree surgeons or contractors in your area who offer operated hire services!

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Hirst

Ring 0141 775 9288 or submit the form provided. Let us if you require a hire or purchase, state what materials need chipping, and we will get back to you with the appropriate machine and quote.

Positioned in the core of our region, our family-run business has proudly served as specialist chipper dealers since 2007, providing a complete service that comprises hire options, sales, professional maintenance, and genuine parts provided immediately from our fully-equipped workshop.