Wood Chippers Lairg

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

A query that comes to us with most frequent frequency concerns which machine to opt for, with our recommendation differing depending on the exact materials being handled and your daily processing volume needs.

6-inch wood chippers in Lairg

A six-inch chipper manages branches with diameters as large as 150mm (6 inches), sufficient for most domestic garden activities, hedge care, and small-scale arboricultural projects. The space-saving towable 6-inch models from Forst are engineered to pass through typical garden gates and can be easily towed using a light commercial vehicle or utility vehicle.

For gardeners mainly dealing with home gardens, hedge care and clearing smaller trees, a 6-inch chipper offers sufficient capability without the added burdensome weight and expense associated with larger equipment.

The 6 inch variants weigh less than 750kg, making it possible to tow with a standard driving licence without needing a B+E towing endorsement. This is particularly significant if your employees includes drivers who have not got this additional licence category.

8-inch wood chippers in Lairg

Want a machine that makes light work of through branches as thick as 200mm (8 inches)? The 8-inch chipper gets through material quicker thanks to its broader intake and upgraded engine. Looking for 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 keeping the machine running from sunrise to sunset. Ideal for when you’ve got mountains of woody waste to process!

Regular cross-cutting of thick branches to fit a 6-inch throat is no longer needed with an 8-inch machine, making possible whole insertions. On busy days, this saving of time accumulates dramatically. The downside is increased weight (most 8-inch units require a B+E licence for towing) and greater rental or acquisition costs, but busy teams offset this through enhanced productivity.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Mobile chippers are mounted upon a roadworthy chassis, allowing them to be pulled behind your vehicle straight to your work location. These constitute the optimal selection for most tasks, as you simply make your way to the site, unhook the chipper, and begin your chipping operation. Tracked chippers, conversely, are self-driven units specifically crafted for locations where towed machinery cannot access areas adjacent to where the work needs to be performed.

Navigating inclined ground, dealing with yielding soil, crossing forests closed off to vehicles, and managing locations where timber demands significant manual transportation from the nearest stable surface—these scenarios all showcase how tracked equipment saves your valuable time and energy, as the chipper is brought right to the timber instead of necessitating the reverse journey.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

Our extensive Forst lineup encompasses trailer-mounted, tracked, PTO, and compact units available in both petrol and diesel variants. Carefully crafted on British soil, every Forst chipper comes equipped with the innovative ForstGrip feed rollers and sophisticated AutoIntelligence feed control as standard equipment across the lineup. Each new machine comes with the reassurance of a complete three-year warranty.

The collection commences with reduced-size 6-inch versions for customers with restricted finances or minor jobs, progresses through the core towable choices in both petrol and diesel options, and reaches to 8-inch tracked units for commercial contractors. Tractor-mounted PTO versions are also supplied for those who prefer an attachment rather than a separate machine. When buying your initial chipper, we will go over your typical workflow, the timber measurements you are handling, and your usage frequency. Since we offer every models from the Forst lineup, we have no reason to encourage you towards a higher priced or more substantial machine than what you really require.

We offer pre-owned chippers from time to time, including models from Forst and several other manufacturers. Each used machine is given a thorough examination in our workshop ahead of sale, and we give a honest evaluation of its state, operating hours, and anticipated service duration. For individuals new to the industry or those mindful of expenses, a thoroughly checked pre-owned chipper that has been serviced and certified by our technical specialists can present an cost-effective entry point without requiring the financial commitment of purchasing new equipment.

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

Our team operate as an recognised Arbmax dealer in collaboration with Forst. Arbmax, a Northern Ireland manufacturer, engineers four chipper models specifically for users needing increased capacity than typical arb equipment at the same time maintaining a towing weight of less than 3.5 tonnes. This allows users to avoid the need for an HGV licence.

Realising your 6-inch arb chipper isn’t getting the job done anymore because your materials have grown bigger? Arbmax is typically your sensible recommended upgrade, with options spanning 12 to 18 inches. Forestry contractors, biomass operations and councils dealing with storm clearance will find the expanded capacity translates into significant time saved on the job. The investment soon proves worthwhile through improved on-site efficiency!

Call us on 0141 775 9288 to talk about whether disc-type or drum is the right choice for your needs, or to book a demonstration.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Lairg?

Your decision to hire a chipper ultimately depends on the frequency at which you utilise such equipment and whether your specific workload provides sufficient justification for ownership. The story of your gardening needs unfolds through this practical consideration of occasional use against regular requirement.

Our leasing fleet includes Forst chippers in both 6-inch and 8-inch options, available in trailer-mounted or tracked models. Each machine receives a comprehensive service in our workshop between rentals, making sure of sharp blades, properly adjusted feed roller settings, and engines that are quick to start. We provide competitive pricing for daily, weekly and extended rental periods, with more preferential rates provided for longer-term hires.

Across Lairg, we supply both delivery as well as collection services, or you have the option to collect from our Cumbernauld location. Tree surgeons moving between equipment, landscapers completing clearance projects, or council grounds maintenance teams demanding additional equipment will appreciate specialist hire. By using our specialised service, you’re ensured the perfect chipper for your unique task, rather than settling for any generic equipment which is available at a regular hire yard.

When chipping is a fundamental part of your day-to-day operations, buying is the smarter option. For operators located in Lairg, this guarantees your dealer is only a quarter of an hour away as opposed to being situated at the opposite end of the country. Warranty support, maintenance services, replacement parts as well as professional guidance are all provided locally. Any time your chipper demands servicing, you can easily deliver it to our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve it once the work has been carried out.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Lairg

How about that! From routine servicing to blade sharpening, hydraulic fixes, sorting electrical issues and complete rebuilds, our Cumbernauld workshop looks after chippers from all top brands. Do you operate Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen or TP machines? Brilliant news! Regardless of which chipper you run, we have the skills to keep it in excellent condition. Our expert team understands these machines inside out, ensuring your equipment is properly maintained!

Woodchipper cutting edges and anvils can deteriorate especially quickly. Operating a chipper with blunt blades not only reduces efficiency , but it also puts extra stress on the engine, hydraulic feed mechanism, and flywheel, consequently reducing the working life of all related components. Our workshop holds a comprehensive selection of genuine Forst replacement parts, covering blades, anvils, feed roller elements, belts, filters, and frequently worn components. The majority of parts can be obtained immediately when you collect them yourself or shipped throughout the UK for next-day delivery.

For Lairg, our service centre requires only a brief journey along the M80 motorway. You may bring your items in the morning, and we shall telephone you upon completion of the service.

Why Lairg Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

Lairg offers many options for chipper rentals. National rental chains, regional plant hire firms, and diverse online booking services all serve customers within the region. What truly sets providers apart, however, is the degree of support on hand when you run into difficulties.

Ring any national hire desk and you end up speaking to someone who just processes bookings. Ring ILH and you’ll talk to someone who can break down the actual difference between a 6-inch and 8-inch chipper, show you why tracked machines are logical for specific Lairg locations, and direct you to which blade types work best for the timber you’re working with. Isn’t that exciting? You get real expertise!

This professional insight truly matters when determining equipment for your undertaking! And guess what? It becomes absolutely crucial when issues arise on site and you need to consult someone who genuinely gets how your kit works. Having technical support who truly gets what you’re dealing with can really help, right?

We deliver comprehensive services that go beyond rental alone. Our services encompass selling, servicing, and provision parts for the same machinery. This structure ensures that our rental fleet receives maintenance from experts who dedicate their working lives to maintaining and servicing chippers, rather than from multi-skilled mechanics tasked with servicing varied selections of tools and equipment.

Wood Chippers Lairg FAQ

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

The price of renting machinery varies depending on both the specifications of the equipment and the length of the rental agreement. Commercial wood chippers available to rent in Lairg generally are available from between £120 and £180 daily, with better pricing structures provided for week-long or longer rental periods. For a custom quotation matched to your individual machinery needs and required rental timeframe, please call 0141 775 9288.

Do you deliver chippers to Lairg?

We proudly supply machines for rental and sale throughout Lairg and adjacent regions, working from our Cumbernauld workshop. Delivery fees are quoted separately to ensure complete price transparency. Alternatively, you’re more than welcome to come to our workshop and tow the equipment yourself if that best suits your needs.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

Nearly all compact towable chippers keep a weight under 750kg, meaning they can be towed with only a standard Category B driving licence. When you venture into the realm of larger 8-inch models, their weight typically surpasses the 750kg threshold, necessitating a B+E (trailer) licence for compliant towing. We recommend contacting us at the time of booking, as we are happy to check the exact weight of the chosen machine you require.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

We offer the machine by itself, not operators, though we carefully show all controls during the handover process and offer ongoing telephone support throughout your rental period. If you require an operator, we can at times recommend local tree surgeons or contractors who supply operated hire services.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Lairg

Contact us via 0141 775 9288 or complete our enquiry form. Tell us if you need a chipper for purchase or hire, along with specification of your chipping materials, and we shall reply with the recommended machinery option and pricing.

Established as a family operation in 2007, we are trusted experts in chipper distribution, offering complete services including equipment leasing, purchase options, maintenance support and component supply directly from our in-house workshop facility.