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Felling Wedges
Looking for felling wedges that can handle the most challenging trees? These wedges must be durable and can safely and efficiently bring down trees. They are inserted into the felling cut to control the direction of the fall and prevent the tree from setting back onto the saw. Hence, they are as important as the life behind the one using the wedges.
Are you fed up with the challenges and unpredictability of tree felling? There is no denying that tree work is dangerous! The Tree Care Industry Association reported that in 2022, being hit by objects or equipment caused the deaths of almost half (43%) of all workers in the tree care industry. And in this category, the top killer was falling trees, which is around half of those deaths. To simplify this data, it means roughly 1 in 5 tree worker deaths were caused by being struck by a falling tree.
Let’s learn more about the importance of finding the right felling wedges, the characteristics of the best wedge, and where you can find them.
High-Quality Felling Wedges
Imagine you are cutting a huge, tall tree. When dealing with large trees, you must use felling wedges—not ordinary ones, but durable and reliable ones. They need to withstand the intense pressure and impact without breaking or deforming. The goal is to make the tree fall safely without hurting the tree cutter, other people, or buildings surrounding or near the tree and not breaking the wedge. You need a wedge for this pressure, made from tough materials like steel or high-density plastic.
Key Features to Consider
- Material: Look for wedges made from durable materials that can resist wear and tear.
- Size and Shape: Choose wedges appropriately sized for the trees you’ll be felling. The shape of the wedge can also affect its performance.
- Teeth or Grooves: Some wedges have teeth or grooves that help grip the wood and prevent slippage.
- Ease of Use: The wedges should be easy to insert and remove from the felling cut.
Tips for Using Felling Wedges
- Insert the wedge into the felling cut after making the initial cut with the chainsaw.
- Drive the wedge in with a sledgehammer or maul.
- Use multiple wedges if necessary to control the direction of the fall.
- Before starting the felling cut, consider the tree’s lean and potential hazards.
Safety Considerations
- Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
- Maintain a safe distance from the tree as it falls.
- Be aware of your surroundings and potential escape routes.
Remember: Felling trees can be dangerous. Hiring a professional arborist is best if you’re not experienced or confident in your abilities.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a DIY enthusiast, understanding the role of tree-felling wedges can significantly enhance your tree-felling techniques. Due to their durability and versatility, these wedges are an excellent choice for various forestry applications.
What to Look for in a Wedge
As you prepare for tree felling, consider the characteristics of a quality and reliable wedge:
Durable Unbreakable Strength
These wedges can handle tough jobs if they are made from high-impact ABS plastic. These wedges will not back out during use and ensure a firm grip because they have textures on both sides. You can say goodbye to chipped metal felling wedges that damage your chainsaw, as this type of wedge ensures smooth and efficient felling.
Lightweight and Powerful
Don’t let heavy felling wedges weigh you down. Excellent wedges have designs that are optimized for power and portability. These characteristics make it easy to carry them anywhere. You’ll be working smarter, not harder.
Textured Grip That Won't Quit
But what if these wedges have spikes that make them firmer to the grip, even on the toughest cuts? And what more if they are spiked twice as much as the leading brands? Won’t they be able to provide better control for a safe and precise drop? Then, find the spiked wedges that give you these benefits!
Chain-Friendly Design
A wedge that not only performs the best job but also takes care of your chain saw from damage, saving you time and money on costly repairs, is what you should be looking for. This wedge’s textured surface gives you the peace of mind of knowing even your chain is taken care of.
The Right Wedge for Every Job
Hardhead Series
The Hardhead series is about taking durability up a notch with a special steel-plated head. These wedges are built tough for heavy-duty jobs and offer top-notch energy transfer, strength, and long-lasting performance.
Hardbody Series
The Hardbody series is tough enough to handle intense use without sweat. These wedges are perfect for everyone, from the seasoned pro to the weekend DIY enthusiast.
The Hardhead
Our best-selling wedge, with a heavy steel-plated head, is made of textured, super-tough, bright yellow, high-impact poly plastic that will not damage the chain saw.
- It is made of a proprietary steel head plate that produces the highest energy transfer and precision,
- resists the most severe shock and does not chip like metal wedges.
- It is lightweight but sturdy enough to take ample punishment so the head doesn’t mushroom like other plastic wedges, no matter how intense the impact is.
Hardhead Jr.
The Hardhead Jr. is like the Hardhead but without a full steel-plated head. It is ideal for high energy transfer and precision.
Hardbody
The Hardbody is a lightweight wedge without steel inserts. It is ideal for felling trees and made from high-impact plastic that withstands heavy abuse.
Hardbody SPIKED
Spiked wedges offer more grip when you want something with more bite. This wedge has twice as many spikes as other leading brands.
High Viz-Green
A lightweight wedge without inserts is made from specially-made high-impact plastic that withstands heavy abuse.
Order Yours Now!
Don’t gamble with safety or settle for inferior tools. Beaver State Plastics’ tree-felling wedges are the professional’s choice because they are great for controlled and confident on-site tree-felling. Add these wedges to your favorites.
All our plastic wedges are of:
- Proprietary plastic blend
- High durability
- High visualization for hitting
- High visualization to find the wedge after the tree falls
- Hitting accuracy, precision
- Doesn’t damage the chainsaw if or when it accidentally touches the wedge
Current Stock: These products are available in 7.5”, 10”, and 12” sizes. (High Viz-Green is also available in 5.5”)
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If you have questions about our products, submit them now and order your tree-felling wedges today!
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