Battery-Powered Hand-Held Pruning Shears

Designed for use primarily by commercial orchard, nursery, vineyard, and landscape workers, Battery-Powered Hand-Held Pruning Shears are designed to clean-cut branches (up to 2 inches thick) continuously. Powered by rechargeable batteries (usually lithium-ion) housed in a belt- or vest-worn pouch, these trigger-activated shears can reportedly operate up to 12 hours on a single charge. Its blade opening is designed to automatically adjust to different-sized branches.

Cost: $1,550-$2,198 depending on accessories

Impairment Category: Back, Strength/endurance, Upper extremity