Unleashing the Power of AirSpade: A Revolution in Soil Excavation In the realm of soil excavation, where traditional methods often involve heavy machinery and manual labor, the AirSpade stands as a beacon of innovation. This revolutionary tool, powered by compressed air, offers a myriad of benefits, making it an invaluable asset for professionals in the
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Recently we travelled to Reading to carry out our vertical decompaction and Compost tea drench on a mature Indian Bean Tree (Catalpa sp.) The tree has been suffering over the last few years following the dry summers and the compacted soil reducing the tree’s access to nutrients. The decompaction process enables greater water and nutrient
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During the winter of 2021 Arboraeration were asked to survey, map and plot the tree roots located within 3 major parks by Haringey Council. Prior to a landscaping scheme they are looking to implement. Undertaking this survey consisted of 5 days scanning on site using the Tree Radar survey cart and associated hardware and 8
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In the second part of this blog post we will be looking at the final two, of the four main graphical outputs that we produce following our Tree Root Radar Surveys. The third output is the Root Morphology Map. Root Morphology Map The Root Morphology Map is a computer-generated map of the tree’s rooting system
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In this blog post we will be looking at two of the four main graphical outputs that we produce following our Tree Root Radar Surveys. The first output is the top down root density map. The Top Down Root Density Map is shown as a birds eye view of the scan area with the tree
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Arboraeration are pleased to now offer a fully inclusive Tree Healthcare package for trees in construction zones, the urban environment and veteran trees. Often trees growing in these less than optimal conditions are more prone to stress with up to 60% of all tree health issues being related to the root network or soil system.
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Since Arboraeration started undertaking Tree Radar Surveys in 2020 we have come across a number of similar questions from our clients regarding the unit, its capabilities and how we can use it to assist in planning applications and urban tree management. How does the Tree Radar Unit (TRU) System work? The unit works by sending
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The main difference between airspade and terravent for soil decompaction is the better results obtained by an airspade, due to its versatility in many aspects of decompaction and tree healthcare. We are often asked what the differences are between decompaction using a terravent system that is used by some contractors or an air spade that
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Arboraeration was asked to investigate the rooting conflicts between three trees – all protected by tree preservation orders – growing in the rear of a residential property in London. The patio area of the property had been damaged by the roots, causing the paving slabs to lift and pose a trip hazard. Initial investigations were
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An air spade tool is an air powered selective excavation tool that is designed specifically for working around tree roots, utilities, and in sensitive areas. The Airspade uses compressed air, that in the case of Arboraeration is supplied via our vehicle mounted, 150 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) diesel air compressor. This allows air to
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