Wood Chippers Robroyston

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

The request we receive with most frequent frequency concerns which machine to choose, with our suggestion changing depending on the particular materials being handled and your daily processing volume expectations.

6-inch wood chippers in Robroyston

A six-inch chipper processes branches with diameters reaching 150mm (6 inches), suitable for most household garden tasks, hedge trimming, and light arboricultural tasks. The space-saving towable 6-inch models from Forst are engineered to navigate typical garden gates and can be conveniently towed using a light commercial vehicle or pick-up.

For professionals predominantly engaged in domestic garden care, hedge trimming and limited tree removals, a 6-inch chipper is perfectly adequate, offering sufficient capacity while avoiding the unwanted financial expense and extra heft associated with larger equipment machines.

The six-inch variants have a weight less than 750kg, permitting operators to move them with an regular driving licence, doing away with the necessity for B+E towing credentials. This aspect becomes highly relevant when your team includes individuals who have not obtained the supplementary licence classification.

8-inch wood chippers in Robroyston

An 8-inch chipper quickly handles branches up to 200 mm (8 inches) in diameter and works more rapidly thanks to its larger throat opening and more powerful engine. The Forst 8-inch models, provided in both towable and tracked versions, are purposefully designed for professional arborists, major clearance projects, and heavy-duty workdays where non-stop chipping is required from dawn until dusk.

Frequent 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 demanding days, this labour saving becomes significant substantially. The trade-off is greater weight (most 8-inch units require a B+E licence for towing) and greater rental or acquisition costs, but active teams recover this through increased productivity.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Towable chippers are set upon a roadworthy chassis, allowing them to be towed behind your vehicle straight to your work location. These represent the best selection for most tasks, as you simply travel to the site, detach the chipper, and begin your chipping operation. Tracked chippers, by contrast, are motorised units specifically designed for locations where towable machinery cannot access areas adjacent to where the work needs to be performed.

Crawler machinery remains cost- and time-effective when dealing with demanding terrains. The chipper can be transported directly to the timber where there are sloping ground, unstable ground, wooded regions without vehicle access, or places where extended manual transport from the nearest firm surface. This removes the labour-intensive alternative of dragging wood to the machine.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

Our comprehensive Forst collection features towable, tracked, PTO, and compact units offered in both petrol and diesel variants. Carefully crafted on British soil, every Forst chipper is fitted with the innovative ForstGrip feed rollers and sophisticated AutoIntelligence feed control as standard across the lineup. Each new machine comes with the reassurance of a complete three-year warranty.

The collection starts with compact 6-inch units designed for buyers with modest finances or minor jobs, progresses through the core towable line-up in both petrol and diesel varieties, and reaches to 8-inch tracked equipment for professional contractors. Tractor-mounted PTO models are likewise provided for users seeking this configuration as an alternative to an independent unit. For initial purchasers, we will review your regular workflow, the diameter of wood being handled, and your frequency of usage. As stockists of the entire Forst range, we have no motivation to push a more large or expensive option than your specifications demand.

At Robroyston, we maintain an assortment of used chippers subject to availability, featuring Forst and other manufacturers. Each used unit is given detailed inspection in our workshop before delivery, and we supply a open evaluation of its condition, operational hours, and estimated service longevity. For new professionals or those mindful of expenses, a quality pre-owned chipper that has been serviced and checked by our technical specialists often represents a wise financial approach to commence operations without the outlay required for new equipment.

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

In partnership with Forst, our company is an authorised Arbmax distributor. Originating from Northern Ireland, Arbmax creates four dedicated wood chippers designed specifically for experts demanding advanced processing power beyond typical arboricultural equipment, all the while maintaining a towing weight below 3.5 tonnes, which removing the need for operators to hold an HGV licence.

As your project demands surpasses the limits of compact 6-inch or 8-inch arb chippers, Arbmax presents itself as the ideal upgrade, providing notable capacity spanning 12 and 18 inches. Forestry professionals, biomass operations, and local councils dealing with storm debris all discover that this advanced capability provides noteworthy results through remarkable time savings when working on location.

Call 0141 775 9288 to find out whether the disc option or drum would be more suitable for your preferences, or to book a demo of our solutions.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Robroyston?

Deciding to lease or buy a chipper eventually rests on the frequency with which you use the equipment and if your level of usage warrants ownership of such a machine.

Fancy hiring a chipper for your next project? Our impressive hire fleet includes both 6-inch and 8-inch Forst chippers, with towable and tracked versions. Between each rental, each machine undergoes a thorough service in our workshop—that means razor-sharp blades, perfectly adjusted feed roller settings, and engines that burst to life on the first try. Need it for a day, a week, or even longer? We offer fantastic daily and weekly rates, with even better prices when you book for extended periods. Get in touch for more details!

Delivery and collection throughout Robroyston can be arranged, or alternatively you can pick up from Cumbernauld. For tree surgeons swapping kit, landscapers undertaking clearance projects, or municipal grounds teams in need of additional capacity, choosing a specialist hire service means you get the suitable chipper for your particular task rather than simply using whatever equipment is available in a standard hire depot.

When your profession requires routine chipping activities, purchasing proves to be the more logical option. For operators located in Robroyston, this results in having your dealer merely 15 minutes distant rather than located at the opposite end of the nation. Warranty services, maintenance procedures, component replacements, and professional guidance are all readily accessible within your locality. Should your chipper needs technical attention, you simply take it to our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve it once the necessary work has been completed.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Robroyston

Our Cumbernauld facility provides thorough maintenance covering scheduled servicing, blade sharpening, hydraulic repairs, electrical diagnostics plus complete 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 no matter which brand you operate.

Blades and anvils degrade faster than other parts. Using a chipper with less-sharp blades affects productivity but also puts more pressure on the engine, hydraulic feed system and flywheel, ultimately shortening the lifespan of all other machine components. Our workshop holds authentic Forst spare parts, including blades, anvils, feed roller components, belts, filters and commonly replaced wear items. The majority of these parts can be picked up immediately from our workshop, or we offer next working day delivery throughout the UK.

For Robroyston, our facility needs merely a brief journey along the M80 motorway. You may bring in your items in the morning, and we shall contact you upon conclusion of the service.

Why Robroyston Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

Robroyston provides several choices for chipper rentals. National rental chains, local plant hire firms, and diverse online booking services all serve customers within the region. What truly differentiates providers apart, however, is the level of support available when you run into difficulties.

When contacting a typical national hire desk, your call will be answered by a representative who only manages reservations. However, ring ILH and you’ll be in touch with an expert who can clearly explain the key distinctions between 6-inch and 8-inch chippers, highlight the advantages of using tracked equipment on various Robroyston locations, and offer guidance on the most fitting blade varieties for the specific timber you are working with.

That specialized expertise is crucial when picking appropriate equipment for a task, and becomes even more significant when technical problems arise on location, demanding telephone assistance from someone with true comprehension of the apparatus in question.

The offering goes further than mere hire. We retail, service and stock parts for these same machines. This guarantees our hire fleet receives maintenance from dedicated specialists who fix chippers expertly, rather than general mechanics looking after different tools and plant equipment.

Wood Chippers Robroyston FAQ

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

Rental rates fluctuate depending on the capacity of equipment and length of hire. Commercial wood chippers that can be hired in Robroyston generally are available from between £120 and £180 each day, with more advantageous rates provided for longer or long-term hire bookings. For a tailored quote based on your specific equipment needs and hire period, please contact 0141 775 9288.

Do you deliver chippers to Robroyston?

We supply both hire and purchase alternatives for our machines, dispatching them throughout Robroyston and adjacent localities from our workshop in Cumbernauld. The delivery fee is calculated separately, ensuring you receive complete pricing transparency before proceeding. As another option, if you wish to transport the equipment yourself, you are able to collect in person from our workshop and tow it independently.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

Typically, most 6-inch towable chippers fall below 750kg, enabling you to tow them with a regular Category B driving licence. In contrast, the bigger 8-inch models typically weigh over 750kg, meaning you need a B+E (trailer) licence. As part of your booking, we will confirm the exact weight of the particular machine for your confirmation.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

Our team supply the machines without operators, but we carefully go through the functions when you collect and provide telephone assistance for the entire period of your hire. Should you need someone to run the machine, we can sometimes suggest local arborists or contractors in your area who provide operator hire.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Robroyston

Call 0141 775 9288 or complete our form below. Please inform us if you need a chipper for hire or purchase, along with details of your materials for chipping, and we shall get back to you with the most suitable equipment and pricing.

Nestled in the core of our neighbourhood, our family-run business has proudly operated as expert chipper dealers since 2007, delivering a comprehensive service that comprises hire options, sales, professional maintenance, and genuine parts provided straight from our specialist workshop.