Why the Sennebogen 718 E-Series Is Ideal for Tree Care and Storm Damage Cleanup

Where tree removal or vegetation management demands something faster and safer than antiquated ground crews and chainsaws, the Sennebogen 718 E-Series provides. This purpose-built material handler looks just like a standard excavator, but it is actually designed from the ground up for tree care professionals engaged in difficult, high-reach forestry applications. Its hydraulics are specifically tuned for the kind of multi-function coordination that tree care applications require.

The most noteworthy feature of this machine is its heavy-duty telescoping boom that extends up to 43 feet and is capable of precisely moving massive trees and debris. This is paired with a hydraulically driven grapple saw that can cut, grab, and stack materials in one smooth motion.

One of the highlights of the Sennebogen 718 E is the elevating Maxcab, which raises the operator nearly 18 feet above ground for maximum visibility and more secure operation. It provides a clear overview of work sites and allows for more accurate boom control when working at heights.

The climate-controlled cab enables all-day comfort, with intuitive joystick controls that provide responsive and smooth motion. The wheeled undercarriage enables rapid travel between locations, while the Tier 4 Final diesel engine offers high-performance efficiency with reduced emissions and better fuel economy. Thus, the Sennebogen 718 E-Series combines high-performance hydraulics, visibility, reach, and mobility in a compact but very productive package.

Key Reasons Why the Sennebogen 718 E-Series Is Best for Tree Care and Storm Cleanup

These days, increasingly bigger storms seem to be striking more often. This results in a ton of aftermath to deal with, especially when it comes to damaged and knocked-over trees.

Whether you are dealing with regular tree trimming and maintenance jobs or managing a sizeable cleanup following a major storm, the Sennebogen 718 E-Series is the right machine for the job. Even the hardest tasks can be made simpler by this innovative piece of equipment. The following are some primary reasons why the Sennebogen 718 E-Series is ideal for both tree care and storm cleanup:

1. A safer, smarter way of removing trees

Old methods of tree removal, especially after storms, have been risky for decades. From arborists suspending themselves from ropes with chainsaws to workers in unstable aerial lifts, the risks are numerous. Falls, electrocutions, entanglements, equipment failure, and even fatalities are all sobering realities in this trade.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) itself has raised grave safety concerns over aerial lift usage in storm restoration and tree trimming operations. Such outdated methods also often require complex rigging systems and place tremendous reliance on manpower, often in risky conditions.

The Sennebogen 718 E-Series turns all of this on its head. By keeping operators out of harm’s way inside a secure cab, away from where falling branches and hazardous structures are a danger, their risk of injury is significantly reduced. Its boom-extending design and hydraulically powered grapple saw render manual saws, ropes, and man-baskets obsolete.

Tree care equipment operators no longer need to expose themselves to danger to take down heavy, storm-damaged trees. With unobstructed vision in all directions from high-definition cameras and precise joystick control, the operator can benefit from full situational awareness and control from the safety of their elevated cab. This is a huge step forward in employee protection and operational liability for municipalities and tree care companies alike.

2. Unbeatable efficiency and multi-tool capability 

The Sennebogen 718 E-Series is an unbeatable productivity booster in the world of tree care equipment. Designed to supplant several machines on a job site, this tiny but powerful handler can grab, slice, and pile enormous chunks of wood at a rate almost tenfold that of conventional methods.

It also minimizes the need to bring individual saws, lifts, loaders, or grinders to the site. With one person and one machine, entire trees can be taken down and neatly staged for processing or hauling away in a fraction of the time that this would typically take.

The Sennebogen 718 E’s modular-based attachment system is at the centre of this flexibility. Operators can swap out a grapple saw, mulcher, stump grinder, shear, and mower, often without leaving the cab. Therefore, the same machine can clear brush, pull stumps, and process large-diameter logs all in one shift.

Whether you are cleaning up after a major storm or maintaining roadside vegetation on a routine basis, the 718 E simplifies logistics and reduces labour and equipment costs. Its wheeled undercarriage, high ground clearance, and heavy-duty construction also make it storm-ready and off-road capable, even during stormy or low-visibility conditions.

3. Designed for operator focus and comfort

Sennebogen understands that a comfortable driver is a more productive, attentive, and safe driver. Thus, the Sennebogen 718 E-Series cab was engineered for ergonomics and endurance. The Maxcab system hydraulically raises the cab, giving the driver a bird’s-eye view of the entire site, which is especially useful when working in thick forests or storm-damaged terrain. The seat itself is also heated and adjustable, and the cab is air-conditioned to maintain a stable and comfortable temperature during extended work.

Surrounding visibility is optimized by expansive windows complemented by multiple in-cab mounted camera views, including rear, side, and boom perspectives, displayed on in-cab monitors.

The controls are joystick-style and simple to operate, minimizing operator fatigue and making operation more intuitive even for those with limited experience. With a design that values both visibility and control, the Sennebogen 718 E allows operators to stay focused, alert, and assured even during difficult or high-risk maneuvers.

Contact Nors Construction Equipment for Proper Tree Care and Efficient Storm Cleanup

If your operation involves either keeping on top of tree care in densely forested areas or storm cleanup, Nors Construction Equipment can make your work much safer, more efficient, and more comfortable by providing a Sennebogen 718 E-Series to add to your fleet.

The Sennebogen 718 E is part of our extensive collection of Sennebogen equipment available at locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and the Yukon.

We stand behind the power, precision, and safety of this incredible machine. Whether you are a highway contractor, work for a hydro company, like BC Hydro, or are involved in a project with a serious amount of tree clearing, the Sennebogen 718 E can ensure that your work gets done efficiently and effectively, while minimizing the risks.

For communities located near forests, the Sennebogen 718 E is also great for helping to mitigate forest fires, as it makes it easier to clear trees that pose hazards. At Nors Construction Equipment, we carry this game-changing machine and others like it from industry-leading forestry and construction equipment manufacturers, and offer these machines for sale or for rent.

If you have questions about this equipment or are having trouble deciding on the right machine for your work, our team of equipment experts has the knowledge and experience to guide you in the right direction.

For more information about the Sennebogen 718 E-Series, or to learn more about the various other tree care equipment in our inventory, call Nors Construction Equipment at 1-833-730-0613 or contact us here.