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Mayer Growth Discussed in April 11, 2008 Issue of Hard Hat News:
Mayer Picks Grove All-Terrain Cranes for Capacity Tree Work
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Many tree service companies in the United States choose boom trucks to help remove felled trees. However, Mayer Tree Service prefers the additional capacity and reach of Grove all-terrain cranes.
Dan Mayer, president of Mayer Tree Service, says that although the all-terrain crane is more expensive than a boom truck, he can complete the work quicker and maximize his revenue.
“Using the Grove all-terrain cranes has really increased our production and we haven’t had to increase our manpower,” he says. “We are able to do more volume with less manpower, and that’s what it’s all about.”
Mayer operates two Grove GMK3055 cranes rated with a 60 USt (55 tons) maximum capacity and a maximum main boom of 141 feet. The size and weight of the loads that Mayer picks depends on factors such as the type of tree, where the tree is cut and the distance the crane is from the pick. The majority of picks are in the 3,000 - 4,000 pounds range, but can go up to 7,000 - 8,000 pounds.
With so many variables, Mayer says Grove’s higher capacity allows more versatility on job sites.
“Because of the Grove’s high tip heights we can pick an entire 70 feet (21 meters) pine tree weighing maybe 6,000 pounds (2.7 tons),” he says. “We’ll pick it in one piece. It’s a lot safer. The guys on the ground just need to make one cut in the tree. Using a bigger crane lowers our exposure and the number of people we need to have off the ground.”
The GMK3055 has obvious advantages in terms of reach and lift capacity. But it is a larger machine, so some customers may worry about access and ground pressure.
But Dan Mayer says both of these concerns are unfounded.
“Everybody thinks the GMK3055 is a big truck, but the footprint is only 20-feet 6-inches between the outrigger pistons,” he says. “That’s important because we’re often in restricted driveways. Other people look at it being heavy and wonder if I destroy many driveways. But actually I don’t because of Grove’s MEGATRAK suspension, which transfers weight intelligently.”
Mayer also points out that the GMK has wider tires so the load spreads over a wider area. The all-wheel drive and crab steering allow it to maneuver into the tightest spots. In fact, Mayer is quick to note that the three-axle GMK3055 actually has a smaller turning circle than his pick-up truck.
Both GMK3055 cranes were supplied to Mayer through local Manitowoc dealer, Shawmut Equipment Company. Because it is relatively unusual to find all-terrain cranes working in arboreal environments, Mayer maintains close communication with his local dealer and it’s a relationship that has developed well.
Mayer says the support and service from Shawmut allow him to work the Grove all-terrain cranes hard — and they consistently perform.
“I couldn’t say enough good things about Shawmut; they give us just incredible support,” he says. “We work in a tough environment and we’re putting the crane up sometimes four times a day at four different addresses. Our hours are high and the conditions are harsh, with the wood chips and the dusty environment. But sometimes it’s just amazing what we get done in the day; the GMKs impress me all the time.”
Mayer Tree Service is headquartered in Essex, MA. Company owner, Dan Mayer, started the business 11 years ago. Today Mayer runs eight crews with two crews running the cranes. There are between three and four men per crew and 30 people in total at the company. Dan Mayer is also the current president of the Massachusetts Arborists Association.
The Manitowoc Co., Inc. is one of the world’s largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes, tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment for the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the US maritime industry.
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Mayer Tree Service Helps in Hood Blimp Crash Rescue
Witnesses watched as the Hood blimp bobbed up and down in the air and looped in circles this afternoon before it crashed into a grove of trees a few miles from its base at Beverly Municipal Airport.
The 90-foot-long, helium-filled balloon became wedged 30-feet above the ground in Manchester-by-the-Sea, according to police and witnesses. The pilot, who was not injured, was stuck in the dangling and deflated airship for more than two hours until his rescue at about 2:45 p.m.
The pilot experienced "rudder problems" about 15 minutes after his 12:15 p.m. takeoff and tried to land on Singing Beach but got caught in the trees, according to Robert Mezzetti, the airport manager.
Mayer Tree Service assisted with the blimp rescue efforts. A video of the rescue efforts is available by clicking here.
Mayer Tree Service Profiled in Tree Care Industry Magazine
Tree work is fun work for this Danvers arborist
He recently was responsible for returning the milkmaid and reaper to the
roof of the McIntire Tea House at Glen Magna, but most of the time, Arborist
Dan Mayer is working with trees rather than statues.
"I was married at Glen Magna its such a great place," he says of one of the
reasons he quickly agreed to the volunteer job. "I've done volunteer work
before. It's a nice thing."
Mayer has an associate's degree in arboriculture, a bachelor's in forestry and
is a certified arborist, which means he's an expert on trees.
Behind the scenes-Dan Mayer, arborist and owner of Mayer Horticulture
Services, sharpens the blade of a chain saw in his back shop on Andover
Street before going out to join one of his crews working several different
sites around the North Shore.
"We do prunings, removals, cabling, bracing, planting anything to do with
trees," he says of his company. "Five of us have our associate's and bachelor's
[degrees]. You can call us a bunch of over-educated wood cutters.
"It's hard work. You've got to love it."
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published by: Danvers Herald - July 23, 1998
Homeowner thanks member
I am writing to acknowledge and highly praise two arborists - Ann Bennett
from SavATree and Daniel Mayer from Mayer Horticulture Services.
After having work done to our very old and large apple tree by another
tree service company, there still remained pruning and cabling issues which
were not done, nor rectified by this company.
I then called upon Daniel Mayer for his assistance in this matter. He could not
believe what this company had done to this apple tree and pointed out several
problems still remaining.
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published by: National Arborist Association
Glen Magna cuts down tree to save mansion
DANVERS - One of the town's oldest residents passed away last week at the
age of 187. The cause of death, simply, was a wood duck hole.
The resident, a 98-foot tall white pine tree, had shaded the southern side of
the Glen Magna mansion for more than a century. But on Wednesday, tree
cutters took their saws to its 3 1/2 foot trunk.
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