Monthly Archives: February 2016

Our sales team are fully trained by our range of suppliers to be able to offer you the best advice on selecting the right machines for the jobs you have to do.  We will take into account the amount of work you’re intending to use your new machine for so we can point you in the right direction to making the best choices.

World of Power Customer Service

Once you have selected your machine we then offer you a complete handover service where our staff will advise you on the correct starting and running procedures; the right fuels to use to get the best performance from your machine; together with the recommended accessories to ensure you work safely and efficiently. Once you have purchased your machine we offer a full back up service should you require further assistance. For those

It is important that you action the following to ensure that you get the best performance out of your chainsaw and help prolong the life of the chain, bar and chainsaw itself.

Chain Tensioning & The Guide Bar

It is important that the chain is checked before use and during use if being used for long periods at a time. A loose chain may result in the chain jumping off the bar which may cause injury to you and damage the chainsaw. An overly tightened chain may cause damage to premature wear and tear to the guide bar. A properly tensioned chain should be in contact with the underside of the guide bar and can still be pulled around the bar with easy. The chain must not hand loose under the bar.    

How Sharp is your Chain?

A sharp chain is a longer lasting chain. It

The power head is part of the Makita MM4 4-stroke power range, which offers all of the benefits of a 4-stroke engine. Offering better fuel efficiency compared to the 2-stroke alternatives which are available, also eliminating the need for oil at the work area.  This machine offers longer running time, is quieter to operate and with a reduction in emissions is the ideal option for working in a residential area and in general is better for the environment than the 2-stroke competition. As the 4-stroke oil is poured into its own oil tank you will avoid any accidental errors in mixing to the correct ratio as with 2-stroke oil, reducing accidental engine damage and making refuelling a much quicker process, in turn allowing you to get the job done sooner.

The ever more popular cordless power system range has been expanded to include 2 new chainsaws offering up to 30% greater cutting performance compared with previous models; a new hand held leaf blower suitable for the professional user; 5 new batteries with different energy capacities to meet your individual needs, and new accessories altogether making the Stihl cordless system a comprehensive range offering powerful, clean, quiet, low maintenance and cable free gardening options.

Backpack Brushcutter

For the professional gardener there is the new FR460TC-EFM petrol back-pack brushcutter which allows