Mechanised Tree Removal

Modern Tree Removal: Using Mechanised Solutions to Work Safer, Smarter and More Sustainably

Tree removal has changed significantly over the last decade. While traditional climbing and sectional dismantling still have their place, modern projects increasingly demand greater control, improved safety and reduced environmental impact. That’s where mechanised solutions come into their own.

In this project, we used a SENNEBOGEN material handler to carry out controlled tree removal and site clearance, a method that demonstrates how the right machinery, used by experienced operators, can transform how complex arboricultural work is delivered.

Why mechanised tree removal?

Mechanised tree removal is not about replacing skill, it’s about applying skill differently. On the right sites, using heavy plant allows us to:

• Reduce time spent working at height

• Minimise manual handling risks

• Improve control when handling large stems and timber

• Maintain safer exclusion zones in live environments

By processing trees mechanically, we significantly reduce exposure to risk while maintaining precision and control throughout the operation.

The role of the SENNEBOGEN

The SENNEBOGEN is designed for environments where reach, stability and visibility are critical. Its long reach and excellent operator sightlines allow large sections of timber to be handled safely and accurately, even in constrained or sensitive locations.

For this project, the machine enabled us to:

• Grasp, hold and remove large tree sections in a controlled manner

• Maintain clear separation between operatives and moving loads

• Reduce the need for complex rigging systems

• Keep the site organised and efficient throughout the works

This approach not only improves safety but also allows works to progress more efficiently, reducing disruption and programme length.

Safety first, always

Safety remains the driving force behind every decision we make on site. Mechanised removal allows us to:

• Limit work at height

• Reduce fatigue for operatives

• Maintain consistent exclusion zones

• Keep ground staff clear of suspended loads

All works are planned through task-specific RAMS, with competent supervision and clear communication between machine operators and ground teams. The machinery does not replace good planning, it relies on it.

Sustainability and biomass recycling

Sustainability is built into how we deliver projects, not added on at the end.

All suitable timber and arisings generated from this work were recycled into biomass, supporting renewable energy generation and reducing waste sent to landfill. By closing the loop in this way, we:

• Maximise the value of removed material

• Reduce transport and disposal impacts

• Support local and regional energy supply chains

This is a practical example of how responsible tree management and environmental commitment can work hand in hand.

Choosing the right solution

Mechanised tree removal isn’t the answer to every job, but when it’s right, it’s the safest, most efficient and most sustainable option available.

At Beechwood Trees and Landscapes, we focus on choosing the right method for each site, combining experienced people, modern equipment and detailed planning to deliver work properly, safely and responsibly.

If you’d like to know more about mechanised tree removal or discuss a project where safety, efficiency and sustainability are key, we’re always happy to talk.