Protect young trees from damage this winter! During the winter months, young trees are vulnerable to damage from cold weather and sun exposure. You may have seen trees with what looks like large gashes or cracks in their trunks; this is likely the result of the changing temperatures and sun exposure when it was young.… Read More
The Mount Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been the site of some pretty inspiring brush clearing lately. How can clearing land be inspiring, you might ask? Well, when a group of volunteers works to reclaim a sacred space from weeds and brush, it certainly is inspiring. The Mount Moriah Cemetery is a sprawling 200-acre… Read More
If you’re considering ditching the shovel this season and switching to a snow blower, you’ve probably pondered the difference between the single-stage snow blower and the two-stage snow blower. What’s the difference? And how do you know which one is best for you? And what’s all this ‘snow thrower’ business? Here’s the dirt: Single-stage or… Read More
After putting a number of hours of use on your brush hog or brush mower, you’ll notice that the brush blade will need replacing. It will become dull, dinged up, and will not produce as clean a cut as it once did. A dull blade will also use more fuel and strain your engine much… Read More
Burning in your backyard can be a great way to get rid of yard waste, paper, feed bags, sensitive financial or medical documents, and some household waste. It’s quick, easy, and low-cost (as long as you do it safely). But if you’re using a burn barrel to do your backyard burning, you’re making this task… Read More
The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a snowy winter this year, folks! That means that if you have a snow blower, it’s a good idea to get it out and make sure it’s in great working order before the snow hits. Here are some easy steps you can take while it’s still warm outside to prepare… Read More
If you’ve researched the DR Dual-Action Log Splitters, then you’ve probably noticed that, like most log splitters, you have to choose between the gas-powered models and the electric-powered models. And that’s quite the decision! With gas, you get more power (15 tons versus 10 tons), but with electric, there’s no need to fuss with fuel,… Read More
Here at DR, our product testing department spends a lot of time using all our machines — over 100 hours with each model, as a matter of fact. So they know all the best ways to maximize efficiency when working out in the field. This fall, if you’re cleaning up your lawn with a leaf… Read More
You probably hear about differentials in the context of automobiles, but did you know that they are also found on some brush mowers and other power equipment? A differential allows the wheels of a vehicle (or mower in this case) to turn at different speeds, independently of one another. Think about when you turn a… Read More
If you’re on the prowl for a new log splitter, or are looking into buying your first one, you’re probably wondering what log splitter tonnage rating you need. Log splitters come in a wide range of tonnages, anywhere from 4 or 5 tons up to 50- or 60-ton commercial units. It’s important to know what… Read More