Pneumatic Long-Reach Pruner System

Intended for fruit/nut orchard, tree farm/nursery, forestry, and green-area maintenance, this Pneumatic Long-Reach Pruner System is designed for use by a single operator or a two-person crew. All of the system’s various packages consist of shears, fixed or telescoping extension poles, compressor, and air hoses. The forged-steel-blade shears are designed to make (and hold) 2 1/4 inch cuts, the poles extend up to 10 feet, and the hoses come in 50-foot lengths. The compressor, which reportedly weighs 70 pounds and has a Honda GX-100 engine and EMGLO head, is usually transported to the worksite via ATV, UTV, or pickup truck.

Cost: $1,500 (including compressor)

Impairment Category: Back, Strength/endurance