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  1. Norm_Hall

    Another Langford Fir Removal

    [ QUOTE ] Pretty dang impressive to get a fat boy like that down in one day Reg! If you ain't gettin 5 bills a day for that work, somethin ain't right. Stay safe mate! jomoco [/ QUOTE ] Extremely impressive for a 1 day job! Very impressive felling job, too.
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    Gear inspections/care/retirement

    Thanks Tom. Good info. I printed it for reference.
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    MS 150 worlds lightest top handle

    We just got 1 for our store. Please let me know how you like it, so I can pass it on.
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    running bowline vs. clove

    I had 3 bowlines tested years ago. They all broke at the "horseshoe" bend of the knot. Makes sense, it's the 1 to 1 ratio bend.
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    2013 rules?

    According to ISA, not yet available.
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    Storm Damage Work

    Raven is spot on. I was in Tuscaloosa, AL, subbing for a contractor, under the Army Corp of Engineers, working as a 'Safety Officer', after the tornadoes of April 2011, for almost 7 weeks. 95% of the tree work was hack. 12-15 hour days, 7 days a week. Most of them storm chasers, and had no clue...
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    Illinois TCC 2013

    [ QUOTE ] Hey Norm, What is the cost and is IL chapter membership required? [/ QUOTE ] $75.00 and yes, you are required to be a member. Not sure if April is being strict with that. Give her a call toll free (877) 617-8887.
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    Illinois TCC 2013

    Lookin for competitors. Out of Staters are welcome.
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    Splicing Mistakes

    [ QUOTE ] If you put 5,000 lb. into 23,000 lb., you've exceeded the WLL (considering a 5:1 safety factor). You should retire the sling at that point. I'd send it somewhere and have it broken and documented for reference. [/ QUOTE ] Ditto. If you're trusting life and limb to a personal...
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    fun removal this week

    Sounds like it went well. Nice thinking 'out of the box'. I love it things work out as planned.
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    MS660 w/36" bar

    Re: MS660 w/36\" bar [ QUOTE ] 1. Doesn't that sacrifice your low end torque for high end chain speed Norm? Personally I covet low end torque over chain speed in my big saws. Guess I'm too old for the races these days mate. jomoco [/ QUOTE ] 1. It actually slows chain speed down and...
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    MS660 w/36" bar

    Re: MS660 w/36\" bar [ QUOTE ] Most bars have the DL number stamped on them. If that number matches the number of drive links on your chain? And it won't tension correctly because of too much play in the chains? Chuck the chains IMO. jomoco [/ QUOTE ] Or,get a 3/8 X 8 rim sprocket. If you...
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    cycles to failure equation

    [ QUOTE ] Nice Norm! Do you have any other info about who tested for and produced this chart? [/ QUOTE ] I've had it for a loonnng time. I'm sure it's from one of the big 3 USA rope manufacturers, but don't remember which one.
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    cycles to failure equation

    I've posted this one before.
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    rigging sling question

    Keep in mind the lowering line should always be "the weakest link". For the flame block, I would use a 9/16's or 5/8's spliced eye sling, preferably polyester cover, nylon core. Not a fan of whoopie slings for the primary anchor point. The rigging anchor will see 2X the load.
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    OSHA Inspections

    What Skew said, plus, document all safety meetings and each topic. Been inspected twice, both during crane assisted removals. OSHA inspector knew what to look for on the crane, but had no idea about tree care operations. Thoroughly checked the truck and chipper, and asked for our emergency plan...
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    Blaze and ZigZag okay in comps?

    [ QUOTE ] hmm, good question. It seems that the manufacturer would have to announce in a written statement that the product is fit for use in that application. [/ QUOTE ] Thanks Eric. Petzl will have to have written documentation that it's safe to use in the ITCC for a specific application(s).
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    West Coast Faller v Mancunian Hacker

    Jared moved the rock. You were right on the money. Well done!
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    Blaze and ZigZag okay in comps?

    [ QUOTE ] Norm, are you referring to Petzl making the call on the Zig Zag/Blaze combo being allowed in an ITCC, or just the use of the Zig Zag in general? [/ QUOTE ] I'm talking about the use of the Zig Zag for competition climbing, such as the ITCC.
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    Illinois TCC 2013

    Registration has officially opened. To register, go to Illinoisarborist.org, or call the ILAA office (877) 617-8887. Still lookin for judges and techs.

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