Scots Pine section fell with crane lift
Banyards' emergency Tree Surgery services were called into action to clear a 70ft stem that had fallen across a major road in Bournemouth following strong winds. The remaining stem from this massive 'Scots Pine' was section felled to ground level with the aid of a crane lift. The step-by-step photographs below show the skill and experience needed by all involved when felling trees of this size.
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| 1. Following removal of lower branches. | 2. Climber positioning to remove crown. |
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| 3. Crown is safely removed. | 4. Descending to prepare for next cut. |
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| 5. Main section of lead stem is removed. | 6. Final section to be cut and lifted out. |








