Integrated Vegetation Management
Whether it’s an urban setting or a remote right-of-way, UTS has the right equipment and people for a safe, efficient and effective vegetation management program. We can assist with:
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Work planning, permissions, line surveys and project management
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Line clearance / right-of-way maintenance to include pruning and targeted removals for roadside and off-road sites
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Right-of-way or site clearing with heavy duty mowing and mulching machines, side trimmers and chippers
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Herbicide programs to control incompatible or invasive plant species and extend the maintenance cycle
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Tree risk assessment, mitigation and reporting
Storm / Emergency Response
When destructive winds, heavy snows or ice are in the forecast, the UTS team is ready to promptly assist with storm cleanup. UTS can also assist in cutting fire breaks to protect assets, as well as felling or removing trees damaged by wildfire.
With nearly 1,000 UTS employees, and agreements with qualified affiliate companies, additional emergency crews and equipment are just a phone call away.
Outstanding Resources in People
UTS has one of the best line clearance qualified teams in the industry. Here’s why we can say this:
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Our corporate culture of safety and efficiency has led to a Total Recordable Incident Rate that is 40% better than the industry average while maintaining above average productivity
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Our staff includes over 40 ISA Certified Arborists and 15 licensed applicators who provide valuable expertise, better training and effective supervision of operations
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Our training complies with ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 Standards, and follows ISA Best Management Practices for Utility Pruning
Specialized Equipment for Any Job
When it comes to equipment, UTS offers a wide variety of specialized units to supplement its standard fleet of 55-ft. aerial lifts, split dumps and towed chippers, including:
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70-ft. aerial lifts and 100-ft. 6 x 6 aerial lifts
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Side trimmers with telescopic booms
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Heavy duty mowing / mulching machines
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Log loaders with 12,000 lb. dump trailer
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Tracked chipper
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Skid steer log / debris loader
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300-gallon water wagon
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Access to various cranes and skilled operators
And to improve safety and efficiency, all vehicles are equipped with GPS-enabled vehicle location technology.
Residential Services
UTS has over 70 years of experience caring for trees. With over 40 ISA Certified Arborists and 15 licensed applicators on staff, UTS takes pride in its professional, safe and efficient crews who can handle anything from routine limb pruning to the most challenging removals.
Contact your local UTS representative to find out how you can rely on UTS for all of your vegetation management needs.