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Tree Disease Diagnostics
When inspecting trees, specialist decay equipment may need to be used to give the surveyor a more in-depth assessment of a tree's structural qualities. For this, highly specialised technical equipment and experience is required to assess the extent of decay or dysfunction.
You can rest assured, knowing that we are one of a handful of companies in the UK to use the Treetronic and PiCUS 3 Tomograph for in-depth specialist decay assessments. We are highly experienced and have extensive knowledge in this field.
Disease Detection Tools
Tree Decay Detection methods
The PiCUS is used to provide a tomograph of the inside of a tree. This is essentially a detailed, colour-coded, 2D image of the internal parts of a tree known as a tomograph. This image is achieved by sensors picking up sound waves that resonate through the tree’s wood as each sensor is tapped with a hammer.
The image then enables the consultant to provide a detailed assessment of the tree's condition and can be used regularly in order to assess the advancement of decay with a tree over time. Multiple tests on a single trunk can be used in order to give a more accurate analysis of the decay in a stem and can be overlaid onto photographs using the advanced software.
The TreeTronic 3 is used with the PiCUS 3 in order to give a more in-depth assessment of the decay in trees. The ERT uses electrical currents (low voltages) to investigate the properties of the wood in a tree. The results show a colour coded 2D cross sectional map of the electrical resistance or impedance which is influenced by properties such as cell structure, water content and ionised particles.
Typically, a PiCUS tomograph precedes an electrical resistance test and enables comparisons between the two different test. Often the PiCUS tomograph can have limitations where cracks and other anomalies in the main trunk act as a sound barrier and could give an ambiguous or unexpected results. By using both the PiCUS and TreeTronic a more comprehensive decay assessment for trees can be determined.
A IML PD 400 Resistograph is a micro-drill that drills into the tree and measures the strength of the wood within the tree by its resistance to drilling. The Resistograph can be used high up in the crown of a tree, at the base of a tree, or even into the roots.
A Resistograph used in conjunction with a PiCUS and TreeTronic provides detailed information which can be cross-referenced and show the condition of the tree.
Where trees have been found to have decay or there are signs of fungus growing from a tree, it can sometimes be difficult to assess what extent of decay the tree might have or how safe the tree is.
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