TAG: Chainsaws

Husqvarna expands commercial lineup with new engines, new machines

October 17, 2018By

Husqvarna added several new products to its lineup: Yamaha engines for Husqvarna Z500 series commercial zero-turns, the Automower 550 and 550H, chainsaws, hedge trimmers and more. “We are excited to announce that we’re expanding our commercial product lineup even further to offer professionals more solutions to increase productivity and efficiency and help grow their businesses,” said Earl Bennett, president of Husqvarna... read more

Milwaukee Tool intros M18 Fuel 16-inch chainsaw

May 9, 2018By

Milwaukee Tool unveiled the M18 Fuel 16-inch chainsaw. The chainsaw has the power to cut hardwoods, cuts faster than gas and delivers up to 150 cuts per charge, according to the company. “One of the most frequently requested tools by our users has been a Milwaukee chainsaw,” said Andrew Lentz, senior product manager for Milwaukee Tool. “Unwilling to settle on... read more

RedMax expands its commercial lines

October 19, 2017By

RedMax, an outdoor power equipment brand from Husqvarna, is presenting its 2018 portfolio of professional products at GIE+EXPO Oct. 18-20 in Louisville, Ky. RedMax has expanded its lineup to include a new line of commercial zero-turn mowers, chainsaws and battery-powered handhelds and accessories. “Developing innovative and reliable products for commercial use is paramount for us,” said Jeff Dewosky, vice president... read more

What chainsaws do you prefer and why?

July 8, 2016By
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Brent Paull Co-owner, Touch of Wilderness Anderson, Ind. “Husqvarna makes high-quality tools that professionals can count on. My 450 Rancher has a ton of torque but not so much I have to hold on for dear life. Also, our local big box store carries Husqvarna. It helps being able to run in there and grab a new bar or chain... read more

Shindaiwa debuts cordless product, chainsaw lines

October 13, 2015By

Shindaiwa unveiled a new cordless product line and seven professional-grade chainsaws. The three cordless models, the Shindaiwa T3000 string trimmer, the EB6000 handheld blower and the DH2000 hedge trimmer, feature brushless motors and use common 56V batteries—either in 2-AHR or 4-AHR sizes. The 2-AHR battery will fully charge in a little over 40 minutes using the accessory rapid charger. The 4-AHR battery will fully... read more

Ep. 135: Let the wood chips fly

June 25, 2015By

Cary Shepherd, chainsaw applications expert for Husqvarna, discusses chainsaw safety and maintenance. Shepherd is not only a wealth of knowledge when it comes to chainsaw safety—he truly cares about those that operate the equipment. He discusses a number of important issues, but one of the most profound was the fact that more people are injured by “struck by” accidents than... read more

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