Cabling and Bracing

The utilization of dynamic cabling/bracing supports structurally weak trees that are susceptible to damage from wind or even the weight of thseir own foliage. This support technique uses specialized applications to make the tree more structurally stable.

  • Tight “V” Crotch with Included Bark
  • A Split at a Primary Trunk Crotch
  • Multi-Stem Trees with Suspect Crotches
  • Trees with Heavy Foliage
  • Stress Damage
  • Over extended limbs
  • Valuable or Mature Trees

    • The use of cabling systems provides support to limbs that are an important aspect to the balance, aesthetics and structural integrity of the tree.

    Dynamic Systems (Synthetic cable wrapped around tree)

    The Pros

    • There is no wounding of the trees
    • The ability to adjust
    • The tree is able to move in the wind thus increasing development of reaction wood strengthening the stem and branches.

    The Cons

    • Cables may stretch over time
    • Breaking strength is less

    Dynamic non-invasive cabling aids in support of limbs to naturally bend and sway using internal shock absorbers while preventing hyper-extension of a branch. This system only adds support during extreme movement and can be adjusted as the tree continues to develop.

    Static Systems (Steel cable & eye bolts drilled into tree)

    The Pros:

    • Materials last longer
    • Can support larger limbs

    The Cons:

    • Requires drilling into the tree, which causes wounding
    • Requires special tools
    • Static systems are rigid, meaning the tree cannot move on its own,     sometimes making weak branch attachments even weaker

    Static cabling is an invasive, fixed system that must be installed by drilling into limbs which is seldom recommended except in required situations.

    Bracing

    • Brace rods are utilized to reduce the risk of two or more leaders from spreading further apart or moving sideways.
    • Braces may fasten together a crotch or branch that has split apart.

    Important to Remember on All Cable and Bracing Installations:

    Support systems are not a solution to all defects and are not recommended for all trees. Trees with excessive decay and structural defects are not considered for support. There is a limit to the amount of weight that a support system can hold therefore, trees with massive limbs need special consideration.

    It is important to note that even trees that have been cabled may fail. There is no guarantee that trees that have been given a support system will provide total tree safety. Support systems are NOT intended to eliminate risk and are not considered permanent remedies to structural weaknesses. It is important to contract our arborists to inspect your support system annually for degradation, stretching and decaying entry points.

       
       

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