Tips From The Canopy - Page 2 - Sherrilltree

TFTC #18 Arboriculture – Is it an Occupation or a Profession?

by Travis Vickerson Jul 16th 2020

First, we have to understand the distinction between the two terms, and how these two words correspond to what we call &ldquo … read more about <span>TFTC #18</span> Arboriculture – Is it an Occupation or a Profession?

TFTC #17 Reducing Force in a Rigging System

North American Training Solutions Jun 18th 2020

Introduction Rigging for a production arborist can be challenging and complicated. Simple natural branch union rigging scenarios using only rope and tree parts, while sometimes still appropriate, have been improved on. Now … read more about <span>TFTC #17</span> Reducing Force in a Rigging System

Inspection Notice for ISC Triple Action Snaps

Safety Update Jun 10th 2020

Read the PDF below for the safety information for the ISC Triple Action Snap Hooks. Part numbers #33741, #33392, #34065, and any product containing these snaps should be inspected. Download the Inspection Notice (PDF) Climb Safe. Produc … read more about Inspection Notice for ISC Triple Action Snaps

TFTC #16: Ground Support for Tree Care

North American Training Solutions May 27th 2020

A climber is only as good as his or her ground crew. Like so many things in life, safe, efficient tree care is a team event. Like all teams, every member must be on board with the game plan and willing to execute it, or possibl … read more about TFTC #16: Ground Support for Tree Care

TFTC #15 Tree Climber's Checklist

North American Training Solutions Apr 29th 2020

The act of climbing a tree for production arboriculture is a complex task that should be treated with planning and preparation. The amount of tools and techniques available for the modern climbing arborist is vast and growing. T … read more about <span>TFTC #15</span> Tree Climber's Checklist

Brand Spotlight Clogger

Sherrilltree Team Dec 16th 2019

SHERRILLtree recently spoke with the founder and owner of Clogger (@cloggernz) Lincoln Smith, about his business in Clogger … read more about <span>Brand Spotlight</span> Clogger

Notch Wrap Star Eye-N-Eye Prusik

Video Nov 20th 2019

Notch Wrap Star 10.1mm and 8.1mm prusik cords's construction featuring HMPE core … read more about Notch Wrap Star Eye-N-Eye Prusik

Notch Gear Bags

Video Nov 20th 2019

Notch full line of Gear Bags, Pro Deluxe, Notch Throwline cube, Pro Gear Bag, Pr … read more about Notch Gear Bags

Notch V3 Quickie

Video Nov 20th 2019

Watch the video about the Notch V3 Quickie connector. … read more about Notch V3 Quickie

Notch Gecko Steel Climbers

Video Nov 20th 2019

Notch Gecko Steel Climbers with replaceable Tree or Pole gaffs. .blog … read more about Notch Gecko Steel Climbers

Notch Sonic Climbing Pants

Video Nov 20th 2019

Watch the video featuring Notch Sonic Climbing Pants. .blog-thumbnail … read more about Notch Sonic Climbing Pants

Notch Jet Step

Video Nov 4th 2019

Ambidextrous foot ascender with dual toothless cams. … read more about Notch Jet Step

Arborist Spotlight Francisco Davila

Sherrilltree Team Oct 25th 2019

Sherrilltree recently spoke with Spider GreenScapes LLC owner Francisco Davila (@greensspider) about his love of climbing an … read more about <span>Arborist Spotlight</span> Francisco Davila

DMM Nexus Swivel Safety Notice

DMM has recently made us aware of an incorrectly assembled DMM Nexus swivel body. DMM assures us this initial investigation indicates that this is an isolated, one-off occurrence affecting a … read more about DMM Nexus Swivel Safety Notice

Notch Sentinel Harness

Video Oct 9th 2019

Notch considered comfort, fit, adjustability, customization, weight, and more … read more about Notch Sentinel Harness

TFTC #14 Are chainsaw pants worth the expense?

Brandon Nance Sep 30th 2019

Have you noticed, over the last couple years, chainsaw protective pants rising in popularity? No longer are we limited to sup … read more about <span>TFTC #14</span> Are chainsaw pants worth the expense?

Safety Update for Sequoia and Sequoia SRT

Read below for the safety information for the tree care harnesses Sequoia and Sequoia SRT: Safety Information in English (PDF) Information sécurité en français (PDF) Cl … read more about Safety Update for Sequoia and Sequoia SRT

Brand Spotlight Petzl

Sherrilltree Team Sep 19th 2019

Sherrilltree recently spoke with Petzl's Eastern Sales Manager Rudy Rutemiller (@run_rudy) about his work in the arborist industry, and how he got into the business. * {font-family: Montserrat,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;} a … read more about <span>Brand Spotlight</span> Petzl

TFTC #39 Inspecting Your Rope Runner Pro With Krista Strating

Sherrilltree Aug 6th 2019

The Notch Rope Runner Pro is the ultimate SRS mechanical tool. Krista Strating, certified arborist and Notch ambassador, goes over how to inspect your device. Always make sure to check your equipment daily and before every climb. … read more about <span>TFTC #39</span> Inspecting Your Rope Runner Pro With Krista Strating

TFTC #13 Maintaining Your Carabiners

This industry is great at many things, especially putting gear through its paces. Yes, some arborist … read more about <span>TFTC #13</span> Maintaining Your Carabiners

Arborist Spotlight John Maksanty

Sherrilltree Team Jul 11th 2019

Sherrilltree recently spoke with the owner of American Lawn & Tree (@americanlawntree on Instagram) John Maksanty, about … read more about <span>Arborist Spotlight</span> John Maksanty

TFTC #12: Make Gear Inspection Your #1 Safety Habit

Sherrilltree Jun 21st 2019

It is well known that the tree care industry is not the safest of work environments. Our decisions can make it dangerous. From January to May, 2019, there were 50 confirmed fatalities (according to reports on Dripline.net). And th … read more about <span>TFTC #12:</span> Make Gear Inspection Your #1 Safety Habit

NOTCH Armorflex Chainsaw Protective Pants

Video May 24th 2019

The NOTCH Armorflex Chainsaw Protective Pants were designed with the arborist … read more about NOTCH Armorflex Chainsaw Protective Pants

TFTC #11 The Mechanical Advantage: Pt. II

Brandon Nance Apr 18th 2019

In the last installment, we ventured down the road of Mechanical Advantage and discussed “Working Smarter (safer) and harder” in relation to the job site. For this entry, we’ll dive into Mechanical Advantage and which gear we … read more about <span>TFTC #11</span> The Mechanical Advantage: Pt. II

TFTC #10 Tips From The Canopy Enters The Master Catalog!

Brandon Nance Mar 12th 2019

One of the biggest projects every year is the SHERRILLtree Master Catalog (which showcases our huge selection of climbing equipment) and we are truly excited to debut in the 2019 Catalog and some of the new features within. Not only does the ca … read more about <span>TFTC #10</span> Tips From The Canopy Enters The Master Catalog!

TFTC #9 Mechanical Advantage... Working Smarter?

Brandon Nance Feb 8th 2019

We have all heard the saying “Work smarter, not harder.” While there is truth to this, sometimes, depending on one's interpretation the meaning will vary. Finding a solution that requires less energy or time — and … read more about <span>TFTC #9</span> Mechanical Advantage... Working Smarter?

TFTC #8 Get Mechanically Inclined in your tree work

Brandon Nance Jan 22nd 2019

In every job, completing a task safely and efficiently is at the top of the priority list. Wouldn't you agree? a.tftc_link { color: #003b4a; text-decoration: underline; } .img-responsivegallery-image, .cmspro_news_ … read more about <span>TFTC #8</span> Get Mechanically Inclined in your tree work

TFTC #7 Work Positioning Done Right

Sherrilltree Dec 18th 2018

Does the following sound familiar? You’re working in a tree, and the comfort level for making a cut is anything but confidence inspiring. In these moments, it becomes apparent that we need to gain more experience, approach th … read more about <span>TFTC #7</span> Work Positioning Done Right

Rope Cannon

Video Nov 27th 2018

Fill your rope bag and relocate long lines in just seconds with the Rope Canno … read more about Rope Cannon

How to Install A Ring And Ring Friction Saver

Video Oct 11th 2018

Watch the video about technique, tips and tricks of installing a ring and ring f … read more about How to Install A Ring And Ring Friction Saver

TFTC #5 Efficiency with Friction Savers

Friction is something we encounter on every job site, and it is either working for us or against us. It can be o … read more about <span>TFTC #5</span> Efficiency with Friction Savers

TFTC #6 Maximizing your Climbing System Efficiency

Sherrilltree Oct 11th 2018

One quote I heard early on and have kept in the back of my mind comes from Tony Tresselt. Tony is a well experienced arborist, trainer, author, and all-around great guy. The guy is wicked with a chainsaw and he has probably forgo … read more about <span>TFTC #6</span> Maximizing your Climbing System Efficiency

TFTC #4 A Rope is a Rope... Or is it? (Part 3)

Through the last couple of posts, we have looked at several factors that affect ropes. We first looked at rope constructio … read more about <span>TFTC #4</span> A Rope is a Rope... Or is it? (Part 3)

TFTC #3 A Rope is a Rope... Or is it (Part 2)

As part of this series on rope, we will get into the materials, technology and other specifics that work together to create ou … read more about <span>TFTC #3</span> A Rope is a Rope... Or is it (Part 2)

TFTC #2 A Rope is a Rope... Or is it?

Brandon Nance Aug 23rd 2018

I am unsure where I first heard it, but I remember being told earlier in life that a rope is a rope until it is given a function or job, such as c … read more about <span>TFTC #2</span> A Rope is a Rope... Or is it?

TFTC #1 Introducing Tips from the Canopy

Brandon Nance Jul 26th 2018

We are excited to kick off a new project: Tips From the Canopy! We have a lot of great ideas for this blog: safety and educational topics, new product reviews and insight, videos, climber interviews, techniques, event announcements and more. … read more about <span>TFTC #1</span> Introducing Tips from the Canopy

ArborFest North East 2018: Presented by SHERRILLtree

Video Jul 12th 2018

Watch highlights of SHERRILLtree ArborFest NE 2018! … read more about ArborFest North East 2018: Presented by SHERRILLtree

Notch Triple Thimble

Video Feb 8th 2018

A new configuration of rigging thimble that allows you to add friction at the ri … read more about Notch Triple Thimble

Notch Sentinel Harness

Video Feb 8th 2018

The Sentinel Saddle was developed with one main goal: make the most user friendl … read more about Notch Sentinel Harness

Notch Modular Cart

Video Feb 8th 2018

The Notch Modular Cart is made of high-grade steel, with smooth, concise welds. … read more about Notch Modular Cart

Reecoil Big Boss Lanyard

Video Jan 12th 2018

The Reecoil Big Boss Lanyard is designed to be a hard wearing, heavy duty tool l … read more about Reecoil Big Boss Lanyard

Kask vs. Imitation

Video Aug 18th 2017

Drop test of Kask Super Plasma Helmet vs Imitation. Beware of imitation. … read more about Kask vs. Imitation

Rock Exotica Unicender

Video Mar 2nd 2017

Rock Exotica shows the basic installation and use for the Rock Exotica U … read more about Rock Exotica Unicender

HAAS Velox

Video Aug 29th 2016

The Velox improves upon the already ingenious HAAS system, adding an additional … read more about HAAS Velox

Rope Jack by CMI

Video Aug 15th 2016

This is the Rope Jack manufactured by CMI. All the components are alumin … read more about Rope Jack by CMI

ReeCoil Field

Video Jun 17th 2016

Here's a quick video showing a few of the unique features of the ReeCoil … read more about ReeCoil Field

Foot Ascenders

Video Dec 12th 2014

This video gives a quick comparison of the CMI, CT, and PETZL foot ascen … read more about Foot Ascenders