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The Echo CS-501SX Professional Petrol Chainsaw. The Echo CS-501SX is a professional petrol chainsaw aimed at experienced users and ideal for forestry and more substantial felling and tree work. It’s a lightweight professional petrol chain saw, the lightest saw in its class and boasts a 50.2cm³ engine suitable for felling and other groundwork. Part of the […]
Cutting Down Chainsaw Jargon
There’s no doubt chainsaws save time and effort when pruning and cutting firewood, but whether you’re a new owner of the chainsaw or about to add one to your tool collection, getting to grips with the technical jargon will give you a greater understanding when it comes to choosing the right saw or troubleshooting problems […]
Preparing to saw your own firewood with a chainsaw – Helpful tips on what you’ll need to safely cut your own logs
Protection It’s extremely important to wear the appropriate clothing whilst working with a chainsaw. Cutting wood creates flying debris and twigs, protect the eyes with safety goggles or even better use a forestry helmet which includes visor and ear defenders. If not using a helmet with ear defenders, a form of ear protection is important […]
Chainsaw maintenance – Common problems and good practice
Whether you use your chainsaw regularly or it’s sat in the shed for most of the year, here’s some common problems you may encounter and a few tips on extending product life.Make sure your chain is clean and free from gunk and whether you have an auto-lubricating chainsaw or a manual one, making sure the […]
The Bosch Chainsaw: Cut Your Own Firewood This Winter
Cutting logs into firewood by hand can be a great form of exercise. But if that’s not what you’re looking for, you can save yourself energy and time by getting a Bosch AKE 30 Li electric cordless chainsaw. Cutting firewood is not the only job that a chainsaw can do. They can be used for […]
Using a Chainsaw – Things to Bear in Mind
Be Serious About Safety Whether you’ve used it a million times or it’s your first time, you need to be serious about safety. It’s important to wear protective gear such as ear plugs, safety glasses and a hardhat. We supply chainsaw clothing for those who want to be extra safe. Many injuries are on arms […]
Electric Chainsaws
Pros and Cons of Using Electric Chainsaws If you’re like most owners of a big garden, you will have wondered whether it’s worth your while getting your own chainsaw to cut back trees and hedges. Chainsaws have been in use since the 1920s and can make a very useful addition to the garden tool shed. […]
Which Chainsaw is Right For You
Which Chainsaw is Right For You? The end of summer is the perfect time to tidy up any trees in your garden, and the chainsaw is the perfect tool for this. You’ll also find it is ideal for those who enjoy the benefits of a traditional fire during the wintertime and prepping firewood is a […]