The splice, the safe end of the tree climbing rope
A splice is the termination that most likely keeps what the rope promises. How is a splice actually made? Why is it better than a knot for the breaking strength? » weiterlesen
Chainsaw protection shoes in tree care
Anyone working with chainsaws in tree care must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) – and this includes chainsaw protection shoes. But which chainsaw protection shoe is the right shoe for chainsaw work in tree care and what should you pay attention to when buying? » weiterlesen
Women’s ArbCamp 2019
Every year the Women’s ArbCamp brings together women from arboriculture from all over the world. The 4th WAC – Women’s ArbCamp – took place in Finland 23rd–25th of August 2019. 50 Women from three continents were represented: Asia, North America and Europe. Guest article by Boel Hammarstrand » weiterlesen
Innovations for tree care and tree climbing at A+A 2019
A+A in Düsseldorf is the world’s leading trade fair for safety and health at work. Numerous manufacturers in the tree care and tree climbing field are also presenting their innovations there. A good reason for Freeworker to take a look around the fair and at the latest innovations in rope climbing technology. » weiterlesen
Safety Notice Teufelberger ropes with slaice®
Teufelberger calls upon all users of climbing ropes Braided Safety Blue® with slaice®, Arbor Elite with slaice® and pottsblitz with slaice®, CEclimb 12.7 with slaice® not to use them any more. The recall affects all the ropes between January 2014 and September 2019. » weiterlesen
#ArboristsforFuture
Freeworker will be represented by numerous employees at the big demonstration on Königsplatz in Munich on 20 September, starting at noon. We would be happy if other arborists and tree climbers would join us. Demonstrate together with us under the Arborits-for-Future- Banner! » weiterlesen
ITCC 2019 – The top climbers are moving closer together
The best tree climbers in the world met in Knoxville in August. The International Tree Climbing Championship 2019 showed that the world’s top tree climbers are moving closer together. Small mistakes and carelessness are enough to miss the qualification for the Masters. Also the reigning champions of 2018 got it. The new world champions in tree climbing are nevertheless two well-known champions. » weiterlesen
Caution: Accidental opening of 3-way carabiners
Carabiners that are part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must meet certain safety criteria. Nevertheless, it happens again and again that carabiners with locking system unintentionally open during climbing. How does this happens and how can a climber prevent it. » weiterlesen
From the Depth: The Petzl Adventure
For decades Petzl is known for high quality and reliable equipment for vertical activities. Through its history and philosophy, Petzl has earned a strong reputation among suppliers and customers. In the meantime, the brand from France has become an integral part of the tree climbing scene and tree care. » weiterlesen
Freeworker in mourning – On the death of Hubert Kowalewski
End of June we received the sad news that Hubert Kowalewski, mastermind of ART, has passed away. Many in the tree climbing community already knew that the revolutionist of tree climbing had been suffering from severe depression for a long time. The news of Hubert’s suicide causes Freeworker deep sorrow. For many years we have been closely connected with the tinkerer and inventor. » weiterlesen