The keys to trimming trees and flowers are proper understanding of pruning methods
and techniques. It is also imperative to have the right tools and machines to carry on
the activity.
Pruning is the horticultural activity that involves quite a few things, removal of bad
branches and stems, sharpening of trees and flowers for aesthetics.
Tools for pruning trees can either be traditional or mechanical. This article focuses
on the mechanized tools for pruning trees, however let’s take a look at some of the
traditional tools for pruning.
TRADITIONAL TOOLS FOR PRUNING TREES
HAND SHEARS
The hand pruners also known as pruning shears or pruners. These are large scissors
that cuts through branches inches thick.
They work just as ordinary hand scissors, the Felco F2 bypass shears are the most
commonly used and they last a lifetime.
LOPPERS
The loopers works just as the hand shears but with longer scissors cutting through three
inches deep.
The long scissors helps in trimming high branches, the bypass blades are the most
preferred.
POLE PRUNERS
The pole pruners are helpful in Tree cutting Tomah wi through two to three inches deep. The average
pole height is about eight feet long.
HAND SAW
Hand saws are mostly used for cutting tree branches up to five inches deep.
When making use of a hand saw, you plant your feet on the ground firmly to avoid
been pushed away.
CHAINSAW
For tree branches thicker than five inches, the chainsaw is the perfect match for it.
HEDGE SHEARS
Hedge shears are used in cutting hedges.
EXTENDABLE PRUNERS AND SAWS
Extendable pruners and saw are perfect match for branches up to 16 feet tall. For
branches thick as 1⁄2 the extended pruners and saw are best employed.
BEST MACHINERY TOOLS FOR PRUNING
TREES
● Pre-pruner 3000V: the pre-pruner 3000v is used for topping fruits, olives,
hazelnut groves and the likes. This model is suitable for making an horizontal cut
of 3.5m.
It is attached to the fore of a tractor using a usable stirrup with a front-lift. It
also features a two blade system which also benefits the health of the tree. Its
operations does not exposes the tree’s health to any form of danger, it doesn’t
cause burns or damage the tree branches thereby sponsoring healthy growth.
The two leaf system is driven by a HYDRAULIC motor with a length of 2.5m.
● Arboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 101): the arboriculture pruning machine
is a simple and effective pruning device
Simple and efficient.
Versatile, double function: mechanized pruning of the orchards as well as
maintenance of -hedges and/or field borders
-Compact trimmer.
-Adapts to tractors (from 1.5 tons).
-Hydraulic supply of the pruning machine by the carrier.
-Economical model: saves time.
Disc Hedge Trimmer 4500 5500 6500
Nb. of blades/discs 4 5 6
Diameter (mm) 500
Cutting height (m) – Horizontal 3,8
Cutting height (m) – Vertical 5,4 5,8 6,12
Cutting capacity (mm) Plates of blades 25
Cutting capacity (mm) Saw blades 160
Cutting length (m) 1,59 1,95 2,32
Rotary speed (rpm) 2500
Machine weight (kg) 500 520 555.
● Arboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 105T)
CHARACTERISTICS
Application
arboriculture
Mobility
tractor-mounted
Other characteristics
vertical, disc, horizontal
DESCRIPTION
-The gold standard.
-Outstanding vertically flat cut thanks to the telescopic version.
-Small size.
-Versatile solution for all types of orchards.
-The cutting quality of the saw blades with smaller teeth creates a healthy cut
and promotes an undercut.
-A 3m pruning shears version is available.
-Electronic control unit provided.
Disc Hedge Trimmer 4500 5500 6500 Barre de coupe
Nb. of blades/discs 4 5 6 N/A
Diameter (mm) 500 N/A
Cutting height (m) – Horizontal 4
Cutting height (m) – Vertical 5,23 6,19 6,55 7,25
Cutting capacity (mm) Plates of blades 25 30
Cutting capacity (mm) Saw blades 160 30
Cutting length (m) 1,59 1,95 2,32 3
Rotary speed (rpm) 2500 400
Machine weight (kg) 450 470 505 480
● Arboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 200):
-The solution to bring orchards back to life.
-Front mounting for a perfect visibility.
-The disc blades rotate in both directions for green pruning.
-Telescopic version: machine specially designed to work at greater heights.
-Saw blades with outstanding cutting capacity.
-Compact version in order to prune as close to the tractor as possible, up to the
maximum offset.
-Other options to reduce traffic in the rows.
Disc Hedge Trimmer 4600 5600
Nb. of blades/discs 4 5
Diameter (mm) 600
Cutting height (m) – Horizontal 5
Cutting height (m) – Vertical 7,5 8
Cutting capacity (mm) Plates of blades 25
Cutting capacity (mm) Saw blades 200
Cutting length (m) 2 2,47
Rotary speed (rpm) 2000
Machine weight (kg) 965 1000
● Aboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 300D):
Clean and neat cut.
Ideal product for pruning apple, plum and pear trees.
Lightweight and compact pruner.
Machine equipped with two cutters on each side.
The pruner is hydraulically powered by a rear hydraulic unit.
Perfect model for pruning the top of plantations.
No. of flat blades/diameter (mm): 2 blades / Ø500 + 2 blades / Ø500 –
Cutting length (m) : 0.85 + 0.85.
● Aboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 156T):
Simplicity and efficiency.
Versatility, multifunctionality: mechanical pruning of all types of orchards.
Compact pruner.
Adaptation to tractors from 4 tons.
Hydraulic feeding of the pruner thanks to a rear power unit.
High performance model.
Number of blades/plates/diameter (mm) : 4 blades / Ø600 // 5 blades / Ø600
Cutting length (m) : 2 // 2.47
Vertical cutting height (m) : 6.55 // 7.00
Horizontal cutting height (m) : 4.50 // 4.55
Carrier weight (kg) : 4000 // 4000
Machine weight (kg) : 650 // 700.
● Aboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 310):
Clean and neat cut.
Ideal product for pruning apple trees.
Lightweight pruner.
Suitable for tractors from 3 tons.
Hydraulic feeding of the pruner from the carrier.
Perfect model for pruning young plantations.
Cutting length (m) : 3.00 + 1.00
Carrier weight (kg) : minimum 3000
Machine weight (Kg) : 310.
● Aboriculture pruning machine(Cosmos 300DC):
Fitted exclusively to front loaders.
Ideal product for pruning apple, plum and pear trees.
Clean and neat cut.
Machine equipped with two cutters on each side.
The pruner is hydraulically powered by the carrier or a rear hydraulic unit.
Perfect for pruning at the top of plantations
Number of flat blades/diameter (mm): 2 / Ø500 // 2 / Ø500
Cutting length (m) : 0.85 + 0.85
Vertical cutting height (m) : Consult us
Horizontal cutting height (m) : Consult us
Weight of carrier (kg) : Consult us
Machine weight (kg) : Consult us Fitted exclusively to front loaders.
Ideal product for pruning apple, plum and pear trees.
Clean and neat cut.
Machine equipped with two cutters on each side.
The pruner is hydraulically powered by the carrier or a rear hydraulic unit.
Perfect for pruning at the top of plantations.
Number of flat blades/diameter (mm): 2 / Ø500 // 2 / Ø500
Cutting length (m) : 0.85 + 0.85
● Orchard pruning machine:
The multiple trimming arms solution.
-Designed to be equipped with several disc hedge trimmers at the same time.
-An equipment that allows it to negotiate nets can be added to fit in the
orchard’s dimensions
Mechanical or hydraulic retraction of the disc hedge trimmer possible in order
to avoid any impact with fence posts
-Support system for convenient storage after pruning.
-Adjustment of height settings according to specifications.
-Front mounting for better visibility.
● Hydraulic Hedge Trimmer(Meteor T90C):
Versatile trimmer adapts to front loaders.
-Designed for all types of cut.
-Trimming on the right-side of the loader.
-Tilt cylinder for horizontal work, for cutting back hedges.
-Equipped with a function selector, allowing to choose between offset or the
horizontal inclination of the disc hedge trimmer.
-Hydraulic offset cylinder course 1m.
-Function selector: offset or inclination of the trimmer.
-Load management (optional).
-2 types of cutting tools: plates of flails and/or saw blade.
-Lifting attachment compatible with all brands (optional).
-Paddock stands for storage.
Disc Hedge Trimmer 3600 4600
Nb. of blades/discs 3 4
Diameter (mm) 600
Cutting capacity (mm) Plates of blades 25
Cutting capacity (mm) Saw blades 200
Cutting length (m) 1,53 2
Hydraulic flow rate and pressure 45 L/min à 170 bar
Rotary speed (rpm) 2000
Machine weight (sans acrorhagi) (kg) 460 480.
● Hydraulic Hedge Trimmer(T90C):
Easily adapts to telescopic handlers.
-Trimming on the left-side of the loader for better visibility.
-Electro-hydraulic control valve, equipped with a flow divider and a pressure
limiter.
-Hydraulic offset cylinder course 1m.
-Tilt cylinder for horizontal work, for cutting back hedges.
-Load management (optional).
-Interchangeability of the saw blades with plates of flails.
-Control panel (Bluetooth optional).
-Bluetooth option: no cables on the carrier arm
-Lifting attachment compatible with all brands (optional).
-Paddock stands for storage.
● Hydraulic Hedge Trimmer(Meteor T90)
Versatile professional pruning equipment, ideal for agricultural service supply
agencies
-As effective in windbreaks as in all parts of fields.
-Great visibility thanks to front mounting.
-Electro-hydraulic control valve, equipped with a flow divider.
-Tilt cylinder for horizontal work, for cutting back hedges.
-Hydraulic offset cylinder course 1m.
-Load management (optional).
-Control panel (Bluetooth optional).
-Lifting attachment compatible with all brands (optional).
-Paddock stands for storage.
● Hydraulic Hedge Trimmer (Meteor T90R):
Telescopic pruning equipment: simple, economical and versatile
-Significant offset: 2.85m from the axis of the carrier.
-Ideal for maintenance of bocage and in all parts of fields.
-Trimming on the left-side of the loader for better visibility.
-Tilt cylinder for horizontal work, for cutting back hedges (optional).
-Hydraulic kit for disc hedge trimmers, pressure limiter, flow divider and
replenishment valve, all for safe and swift installation of the machine.
-Bluetooth option: no cables on the carrier arm
Interchangeability of the saw blades with plates of flails during the growing
season
-Control panel (Bluetooth optional).
-Load management (optional).
-Lifting attachment compatible with all brands (optional).
-Paddock stand for storage.
● Electric hedge trimmer (PW3):The hedge-trimmer heads can be used to
maintain all types of hedge.
Very easy to use, easy to handle, silent and vibration-free, the “INFACO high
performance blades” guarantee truly professional work.
Different lengths are available for the double version.
This tool is very pleasant to use both for man-height work and for work at
several meters from the ground.
Lightweight and easy to handle
Directional head
Can be fitted to poles.
● Hydraulic Hedge Cutter(CELEST 250):
This generation of walk-behind hedge cutters.
-Outstanding cutting capacity, whether for horizontally or vertically flat finishes.
-Adjustment of the cutting tool into any position.
-Versatile: can be equipped with a synchronous disc hedge cutter, or with
pruning shears as an alternative.
-Intuitive and easy handling by control panel.
-Effective with all types of vegetation up to a diameter of 20cm.
-Folding handlebar for easy transportation.
-Effortless guiding.
Tools – Lamier 3400 – Barre de coupe
Nb. of blades/discs – 3 – N/A
Diameter (mm) – 400 – N/A
Cutting Height (m) – Horizontal – 2,5
Cutting Height (m) – Vertical – 3,9 – 4,5
Cutting capacity (mm) – 20 – 15
Cutting length (m) – 1,1 – 1,35
Rotary speed (rpm) – 3500 – 440
Machine weight (kg) – 400
● Hydraulic Hedge Trimmer(Falco 130):
Ideal for compact and mid size tractors with a minimum gross weight of 800kg.
Perfect for maintaining small bushes, trees and pruning edges with a max
diameter of 2-3 cm. Works on both sides (right and left). The FALCO features a
reversible frame with a 130cm cutting bar with 17 blades. This is a highly
adaptive, easy to operate machine that cuts cleanly and environmentally
without flailing your hedge to death.
Cutting measures
A1: 4500 mm
A2: 3200 mm
B1: 3700 mm
B2: 5200 mm
C1: 2800 mm
C2: 1000 mm
Length of the hydraulic pipes to the distributor: 2500 mm.
Length of the hydraulic pipes to the hydraulic pump (PTO): 900 mm.
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Very safe to operate as it does not have high speed flying obstacles from the
cutter bar head, unlike a flail therefore it can be used safely without a cab on
even the smallest tractors.
Has its own Hydraulic system (HYDROCONTROL – Made in Italy): it runs
completely of the PTO, no need to connect the tractors hydraulics.
The double hydraulic pump system allows to move together the arm and the
cutter bar.
Efficient remote control with 4 levers and flexible hoses.
As a low weight machine, this cutter fits tractors universally, small to large, eg
from small Kubota, Iseki, Mitsubishi, right up to 60hp mid size tractors.
20 L oil tank (already supplied level).
● Mounted mulcher(Ape 100):
The APE-100 flail mower has been designed for low-powered tractors e.g Kubota
BX-B, Iseki, Yanmar, John Deere 1-2 Series, Pasquali, etc. 12-30Hp, for garden
and farm use. Heat forged hammers for grass, thicker vegetation and small
twigs.
Cutting height can be easily changed via an adjustable roller. Fixed universal
three point hitch Cat.1.
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Frame entirely made with Swedish SSAB steel.
Rotor made with ARVEDI’s tube, electronically balanced.
Hammers attachments HARDOX made.
Gearbox P.T.O. 540 r.p.m. Lombarda Ingranaggi Srl with free-wheel (3 Years
warranty)
The lightweight design allows its use with low-powered tractors, on flat ground
or on verges.
330g heat forged hammers to shred vegetation up to 2,0cm thick.
Adjustable roller unit.
External belt tensioner.
Pto Shaft CE included.
● Mounted mulcher (Ape 120):
The APE-120 flail mower has been designed for low-powered tractors e.g Kubota
BX-B, Iseki, Yammer, John Deere 1-2 Series, Pasquali, etc. 16-30Hp, for garden
and farm use. Heat forged hammers for grass, thicker vegetation and small
twigs.
Cutting height can be easily changed via an adjustable roller. Fixed universal
three point hitch Cat.1.
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Frame entirely made with Swedish SSAB steel.
Rotor made with ARVEDI’s tube, electronically balanced.
Hammers attachments HARDOX made.
Gearbox P.T.O. 540 r.p.m. Lombarda Ingranaggi Srl with free-wheel (3 Years
warranty)
The lightweight design allows its use with low-powered tractors, on flat ground
or on verges.
330g heat forged hammers to shred vegetation up to 2,0cm thick.
Adjustable roller unit.
External belt tensioner.
Pto Shaft CE included.
● Mounted mulcher (Lince 140):
The LINCE-140 mulcher has been designed for 20-40Hp tractors e.g Kubota,
John Deere 2-3, New Holland Boomer 25-35, Pasquali, Ferrari, Branson, for
garden and farm use. Heat forged hammers for grass, thicker vegetation and
small twigs. Cutting height can be easily changed via an adjustable roller and
side skids. Fixed universal three point hitch Cat.1.
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Frame entirely made with Swedish SSAB steel.
Rotor made with ARVEDI’s tube, electronically balanced, 8mm thick S355 steel
with hammers mounted on 6 rows instead of 4.
Hammers attachments HARDOX made.
SKF rotor bearings.
Gearbox P.T.O. 540 r.p.m. Lombarda Ingranaggi Srl with free-wheel (3 Years
warranty).
The body is equipped with an internal curb which diverts the air flow towards the
rotor for a mulching effect
The internal positioning of the roller gives more efficiency and reduced
execution times. The cutter grass passes over the roller without being crushed
and is disposed of more quickly.
330g heat forged hammers to shred vegetation up to 2,0-3,0 cm thick.
3 High resistance toothed belts, and external belt tensioner.
Adjustable roller unit and side skids.
Pto shaft CE included.