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Together with accessibility and brilliant build quality , the GreenMech technology which enables each leg of the SAFE-Trak to be independently operated resulted in optimum slope safety for the operators and outstanding performance of the chipper itself .
own on some of our key contract work with the river and rail networks , with its extra power not going unnoticed . Particularly in the rail sector , we ’ re working to tight timeframes to get the work complete – the EVO 205D ’ s can handle the huge amount of material we need to process .” resulted in optimum slope safety for the operators and outstanding performance of the chipper itself .” As their reputation and customer book continued to grow , VMS have not only expanded their depots and ground team , but also their fleet of GreenMech ’ s – now utilising four SAFE-Trak 19-28 ’ s and more recently adding three new EVO 205D SURE-Trak ’ s to their day to day operations .
19-28 , combining an aggressive 8 ” chipping capacity with unrivalled climbing ability thanks to a pivoting track base which allows each track to be raised or lowered independently on the move . Powered by a 50hp Kubota diesel engine , the model includes horizontal rollers and a 6-blade heavy-duty flywheel promising to make light work of bulky brash and timber .
The tight timeframes also mean that the equipment needs to deliver reliable service and be backed up with professional support when required . “ The availability and supply of parts are notoriously challenging at the moment , yet with GreenMech we ’ ve never had an issue in six years ! If we need something , it ’ s often on site in a day or two which makes such a difference operationally . We also now hold an impressive number of parts in stock so sometimes issues can be rectified on the spot .”
He adds , “ On the odd occasion where mechanics have been unable to resolve a problem , GreenMech have even gone as far as loaning us a machine to ensure we ’ re able to get contracts complete . Everything with the chippers and the service are a fantastic fit for what we need .”
The EVO 205D SURE-Trak extends the legacy of the iconic
James adds , “ The pivoting SURE- Trak system has come into its www . greenmech . co . uk
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