Lowering in arboriculture is the operation of lowering branches, pieces of tree, logs, etc with a system of rigging equipment, ropes and pulleys, so that the branch can reach the ground at a controlled speed and angle.
This ensures that there is no damage when big branches are cut, or when there are power lines, houses, etc below a tree.
Using hand saw (Silky), on extremities, to ensure safety and accuracy.
Lowering branch.
Lowering bigger branch.
Lowering from ground.
Using Porta-Wrap to lower heavy pieces.
