Wood Chippers New Mains

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

Such an enquiry stands as our most frequently received, and the response can vary based on the material you are chipping and your amount processed each day.

6-inch wood chippers in New Mains

Fantastic! These outstanding 6-inch chippers can handle branches measuring up to 150mm (6 inches) across – just right for nearly all your home gardening needs, hedge trimming sessions and small-scale tree maintenance jobs! Forst’s top-notch 6-inch towable designs are wonderfully compact units that readily fit through normal garden entrances and can be readily pulled behind your transit van or pickup truck. That’s pretty impressive for getting those garden clearance jobs taken care of?

If the primary operations involve domestic garden maintenance, hedge management, and small-scale tree removals, a 6-inch chipper will reliably address these requirements without imposing the additional weight burden and financial cost that comes with larger equipment.

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

8-inch wood chippers in New Mains

An 8-inch chipper efficiently processes branches up to 200mm (8 inches) in diameter and operates more swiftly thanks to its wider throat opening and robust engine. The Forst 8-inch models, offered in both towable and tracked versions, are purposefully designed for professional arborists, major clearance projects, and demanding workdays where uninterrupted chipping is required from dawn until dusk.

In the work of an arborist, those routinely reducing substantial branches to make room for a 6-inch throat will find that an 8-inch machine offers significant efficiency, permitting entire pieces to be processed without preliminary cutting. Over a fast-paced workday, these collected moments avoided by not cross-cutting become significant time advantages. One must judge this gain against the increased weight—most 8-inch machines demanding a B+E licence for towing—and the elevated cost of renting or purchasing such equipment. However, for teams working at capacity, the enhanced productivity in the end justifies the additional investment, producing its own return through time saved.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

How about a chipper which you can move from site to site? Towable chippers are available fitted onto road-legal chassis that attach to your vehicle for easy transport to any job site! They’re perfect for various projects because you simply drive to your location, disconnect the chipper, and begin right away. Tracked chippers, on the other hand, are self-powered machines that are excellent in those tricky spots where trailers just can’t get access. Brilliant for working in those challenging areas easily!

Challenging gradients, unstable terrain, wooded areas without access for vehicles, and sites where logs needs significant manual handling from reachable areas all form scenarios in which tracked equipment substantially reduces manpower and time consumption, as the chipper can be set up right at the timber source rather than making necessary transport of materials to the machine.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

We provide the full Forst selection, including towable, tracked, PTO and small models offered with petrol or diesel engines. Forst chippers are UK engineered and manufactured, offering ForstGrip feed rollers and AutoIntelligence feed control as standard on all machines. Each new chipper is supplied with a 3-year warranty.

The range begins with budget-friendly 6-inch units aimed at users with restricted budgets or smaller job requirements, progresses through the core towable assortment in both petrol and diesel variants, and moves further to 8-inch tracked equipment suited to professional contractors. PTO versions are as well available for those opting for a tractor-attached chipper instead of an individual unit. When purchasing your introductory chipper, we shall review your normal work routine, the dimensions of wood you’re handling, and your how often you use the machine. As approved suppliers of the complete Forst range, we have no motivation to advise on a bigger or costlier model than your circumstances require.

We’ve got used chippers available in stock, including Forst and various other makes. Each second-hand machine is put through our workshop for comprehensive inspection before delivery, and you’ll receive a honest evaluation of its condition, usage hours, and expected remaining service life. Looking to begin your operations or keeping expenses down? A reliable pre-owned chipper that’s been inspected and serviced by our technical team could be a brilliant option to get your business up and running without buying brand-new equipment. Isn’t that a more sensible way to start?

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

Here’s some great news? We sell Arbmax alongside Forst! Isn’t that fantastic? These brilliant chippers are made in Northern Ireland, where Arbmax builds four remarkable models. They’re ideal for anyone looking for greater capacity above standard arb machines and still remaining under that key 3.5 tonnes towing weight. No HGV licence required! Isn’t that just what busy operators have been searching for?

In the case of those progressing beyond a 6-inch or 8-inch arb chipper as a result of increasing material requirements, Arbmax is the natural progression, offering capacities covering from twelve to eighteen inches. Forestry contractors, biomass firms and councils tasked with storm clearance will find that this enhanced capacity brings considerable returns through reduced on-site operational time.

Call 0141 775 9288 to discuss whether the disc or the drum is right for your requirements, or to set up a demonstration.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in New Mains?

Your decision to purchase a chipper ultimately hinges upon the frequency with which you use such equipment and whether your specific workload justifies ownership. The story of your gardening needs is revealed by this practical consideration of infrequent use compared to frequent need.

Our comprehensive hire fleet includes both 6-inch and 8-inch Forst chippers in towable and tracked variants. Each machine is given detailed servicing in our workshop after every rental, guaranteeing sharp blades, precisely calibrated feed roller settings, and engines that fire up on the first try. We provide flexible hiring options including daily, weekly and long-term rates, with more advantageous pricing offered on longer-term rentals.

Across New Mains, we deliver both delivery and collection services, with an extra option to pick up directly from Cumbernauld. Specialist tree surgeons needing equipment to use across machines, landscapers undertaking clearance projects, or council grounds maintenance teams requiring additional capacity will find that leasing from specialists guarantees access to exactly the right chipper for their individual requirements, rather than accepting whatever generic equipment that might be available at standard hire facilities.

For individuals engaged in wood processing daily, purchasing equipment constitutes the most logical selection. Especially for professionals operating in New Mains, this provides access to your dealer merely fifteen minutes away instead of found at the farthest side of the nation. Warranty cover, upkeep, replacement parts and specialist guidance are all readily accessible in your area. Should your chipper demand repairs or repairs, you simply take it to our Cumbernauld workshop and get it once the appropriate work has been completed.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in New Mains

Within our New Mains workshop, we provide comprehensive servicing for chippers across all leading manufacturers, covering everything from regular maintenance and blade edge restoration to intricate hydraulic systems repair, electrical fault finding, and thorough machine reconstruction. Our skilled technicians work expertly on Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen, and TP chippers, guaranteeing that regardless of your particular brand choice, your equipment get the precise attention and professional upkeep it demands.

Cutting edges and cutting anvils wear out quicker than other components. Running a chipper with dull blades doesn’t only lower your efficiency; it results in extra strain on the engine, hydraulic feed system, and flywheel, shortening the lifespan of other machine components. Our facility keeps genuine Forst spare parts in stock, including blades, anvils, feed roller components, belts, filters, and commonly replaced items. Many parts can be collected immediately from our site, or we can arrange next-day delivery throughout the UK. Is it not worth keeping your chipper in optimal condition?

{New Mains} customers can get to the workshop conveniently via the main road. All you need to do is leave your machine with us in the morning, and we will contact you once servicing are done.

Why New Mains Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

New Mains offers numerous places where one can obtain a chipper for hire. The area is well-served by UK-wide rental chains, general equipment suppliers, and several internet reservation services. What truly differentiates these options, however, is the level of assistance available when complications arise.

Phone a regular national hire desk and you will be speaking with someone who simply handles your booking. Call ILH, however, and you will speak with someone who can describe the functional distinctions between a 6-inch and 8-inch chipper, make clear why tracked equipment is beneficial on particular New Mains sites, and provide guidance concerning the most ideal blade selections for the exact timber you’re managing.

That expert insight is priceless when selecting the correct equipment for your project, and is rendered even more crucial when problems occur on site and you need telephone guidance from someone with true understanding of the devices in question. The voices of experience can turn a potentially catastrophic situation into a mere minor setback in your progress.

New Mains’s offering goes past simple hire. We retail, look after and stock parts for these matching machines. This guarantees our hire fleet receives maintenance from specialist specialists who service chippers to a high standard, rather than standard mechanics responsible for diverse tools and plant equipment.

Wood Chippers New Mains FAQ

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

The price of renting fluctuates according to both the measurements of the machine and the duration of time required. When searching for commercial chipper rental in New Mains, you’ll generally see prices falling from £120 to £180 for a one day, with more attractive rates available for weekly or longer rental periods. For a tailored quotation based on your specific machine requirements and rental timeframe, please reach out to us on 0141 775 9288.

Do you deliver chippers to New Mains?

Need a machine from our Cumbernauld workshop? Fantastic! We can arrange both rental and sale equipment deliveries throughout New Mains and surrounding locations. The delivery fee is always quoted separately so you’ll know exactly what you’re paying without any extra fees. Not keen on delivery? Don’t worry! You’re absolutely encouraged to visit our workshop and retrieve the machine yourself if that suits you more.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

The majority of 6-inch towable chippers weigh under 750kg, enabling you to tow them with a regular Category B driving licence. In contrast, the larger 8-inch models tend to weigh over 750kg, requiring a B+E (trailer) licence. As part of your booking, we will check the specific weight of the requested machine for your confirmation.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

We provide the machine by itself, not personnel, however we carefully show all controls during the handover process and provide continuous telephone support throughout your rental period. In the event you require an operator, we can occasionally refer you to local tree surgeons or contractors who supply operated hire services.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in New Mains

Call 0141 775 9288 or complete our form below. Please inform us if you require a chipper for hire or purchase, along with information of your materials for chipping, and we shall respond with the most ideal equipment and quote.

Specialist chipper dealer and family-operated business established in the year 2007. We supply rental services, sales, servicing, and parts supply from our workshop.