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ISSUE 12, SUMMER 2025
ArborTIMES™ is a fully digital publication for the tree care industry. It is produced by Edge Ahead Associates, creator of ArborEXPO™, the industry’s first indoor/outdoor tradeshow and conference for arborists and green industry professionals. We’re connecting with experts, business owners, master trainers, and more to identify top stories and educational opportunities to deliver right to your inbox on a quarterly basis.
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FIRE PREVENTION IN THE FIELD By Veronica Sparks A muffler dropped in dry grass. A spark from a chainsaw. In the right conditions, that is all it takes to ignite a wildfire. Discover how arborists can recognize risks, respond quickly, and prevent catastrophe through smart, fire-safe practices on the job. THE CASE FOR TREE CARE MACHINES By Ben Culbreth Explore how mechanical tree removal is reshaping the industry. Discover when to invest, how it boosts safety and productivity,
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and why more companies are turning to machines to save time, protect crews, and scale operations effectively.
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Northern Atlantic Financial.......................... 55 Pete's Equipment Sales & Rentals..................14 Quest Products LLC....................................51 RBG Inc....................................................13 Real Fleet Solutions....................................31 SavATree................................................... 61 Sennebogen............................................. 25 SingleOps.................................................. 7 Tracked Lifts............................................... 2 UP Equipment...........................................37
CMC North America....................................17 Custom Truck One Source........................... 60 Doggett................................................... 23 Dyna Products.......................................... 68 Edge Ahead Associates.............................. 30 EZ-Ject.................................................... 53 Gene Bridges Memorial Scholarship Fund...... 42 Hoffman Equipment.................................. 44 Hummerbee............................................. 35 Leguan Lifts..............................................67 Morbark.....................................................11
Almstead..................................................22 Altec....................................................... 45 Arbornote. ................................................ 16 ArborSystems........................................... 54 Ballard Truck Center................................... 59 Bandit. ...................................................... 5 BIK Boom Trucks........................................24 Advertiser Index
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