Industry Solutions

At Gunnison, our companies leverage our highly skilled, trained and certified employees and utilize the best equipment to provide a wide range of sustainable vegetation management solutions across multiple industries including: Utilities, Roadways, Railroad, and Pipelines. In parallel, Gunnison provides services to meet commercial and residential vegetation management needs. Gunnison is the most comprehensive provider of sustainable vegetation management solutions.

Our Solutions

There are a variety of approaches to each vegetation management project. Finding the best solution that maximizes cost, efficiency and safety is at the core of the service Gunnison provides. Our unparalleled experience and access to resources allows us to find the best solution to each individual project.

Our Solutions - Line Clearing

Line Clearance

In order to keep power flowing to local neighborhoods, Gunnison provides ongoing vegetation management solutions to the critical infrastructure that delivers the power to the Southeast. The preventative measures reduce tree-related outages during storms and reduce the risk of failures that could impact the key components of power connectivity.

  • Employees are certified in line clearance and comply with all OSHA and NERC mandated safe operations and procedures.
  • Utility Solutions are available to a variety of utility partners including electric cooperatives such as Georgia Power, transportation industry leaders and pipeline companies.
  • Ground and aerial operations provide the best options for the most cost-effective and efficient solution to each project.
  • Over 120 years of combined experience means our utility partners can trust that we have the knowledge and power to complete any project safely and efficiently.
Our Solutions - Storm

Storm

When a storm hits, mobilization is everything. Gunnison has the capability of rapid response with crews stationed all over the southeast in major storm centers ready to deploy equipment and personnel to address tree failures and outages. Immediate response to areas hard hit by storms is the number one priority for all Gunnison when the need is critical.

  • Dispatch is available from major hubs throughout the Southeast, so that no matter where the storm hits, crews can be on site quickly.
  • Crews are responsive 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Gunnison has unparalleled experience in handling response to major disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and ice storms. We have the knowledge to tackle all hazardous situations including energized wires and tree failures.
  • Gunnison has a robust fleet with hundreds of trucks available for deployment when disaster strikes.
Our Solutions - Herbicide Application

Herbicide Application

Vegetation Management involves more than just removing trees and shrubs that could potentially cause outages or interrupt service. Herbicide treatment along a right-of-way is a proactive prevention tool that can reduce future costs and provide a long term solution for vegetation management. Maximizing the investment into management is a long term goal for every party involved.

  • Our teams are trained in safe, effective methods of herbicide application.
  • We have the equipment and tools necessary to complete and scale projects.
  • Our solutions are tailored to the needs of our clients.
  • We continually stay up to date with the most recent research in the field of IVM to use the latest solutions. Education in the latest methodology is a priority to our team.

Our Solutions - Specialized Equipment

Specialized Equipment

Our most vital asset is our people, and our number one priority is to keep our people safe. Advancements in technology make the tree care industry safer. By utilizing the latest technology, we provide a better, more efficient service to our clients, as well as solutions that potentially reduce jobsite risks.

  • We have a committed investment in technology and innovation.
  • Gunnison have a robust fleet with hundreds of trucks available for deployment and mechanics on standby.
  • We combine our strengths with industry partners in aerial skyfleet technology to offer innovative solutions.
  • Using the right equipment for the right job makes everything run smoothly. Gunnison’ extensive equipment list ensures we have the right tool to choose from for every project.

Our Solutions - Aerial Side Trimming

Aerial Side Trimming

Gunnison works with leading partners in the aerial sky trimming industry. We have a long record of working with operators to provide a seamless solution for difficult or remote rights-of-way. We have the ability to coordinate the best solution to each individual vegetation management project.

  • Aerial trimming is often the best solution for rough right-of-way terrain where access for equipment is limited or impossible.
  • This solution keeps equipment off of private property and allows operators to remain in the right-of-way.
  • Aerial trimming is highly efficient, with the ability to cover miles of terrain in a single day, far exceeding the capability of ground crews.
  • This solution provides a minimal footprint for sensitive areas.

Our Solutions - Commercial Tree Care

Commercial Tree Care Solutions

Gunnison has the experience necessary to provide the most comprehensive solutions to large-scale commercial properties. By partnering with software developers and regional partners, we can provide long-term, creative solutions that are innovative and productive.

  • We use the latest GPS mapping technology to combine accurate maps with recommendations for your campus.
  • Gunnison provides solutions that work within a budget, providing multiple year projections and cost analysis over time that can be tailored to the individual client needs.
  • Our plant healthcare solutions are unparalleled in the industry. We can provide care that protects the life of the trees, maximizes the investment, and beautifies the campus.
  • ISA Certified Arborists are available to meet with clients to make recommendations for a suite of tree care solutions or removals.

Our Solutions - Residential Tree Removal

Residential Tree Removal

Gunnison is committed to investing in the latest technology to provide the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for our client needs. These solutions provide a safer environment to our valuable team and are exciting advancements to the tree care industry.

  • ISA Certified Arborists are available to meet with clients to discuss the process and make recommendations for removals.
  • ISA Certified arborists are available in the field to oversee operations, provide safety and training recommendations, and ensure that the process is smooth and efficient.
  • Innovative technologies are utilized when possible to protect employees and homeowners from potentially dangerous situations.
  • We employ the most capable and experienced climbers capable of virtually any tree removal in any situation.

Our Solutions - Residential Tree Care

Residential Tree Care

Removal is just one option, not the only one. We believe that the tree canopy is an essential part of our urban environments, and our arborists can protect the living investment of homeowners. Gunnison Company residential tree care options are available to property owners in a variety of services.

  • ISA Certified Arborists are available to meet with clients to make recommendations for tree care solutions.
  • The residential tree care team is trained in proper pruning techniques, cabling and bracing options and lightning protection systems.
  • Our plant healthcare solutions are unparalleled in the industry. We provide care that protects the life of the trees, maximizes the investment, and beautifies your property.
  • ISA Certified arborists are available in the field to oversee operations, provide safety and training recommendations, and ensure that the process is smooth and efficient.

Our Industries

With our remarkable history, Gunnison companies have worked with partners in each industry that requires vegetation management. We understand the unique challenges that each industry faces, and can provide creative solutions that are customized to fit the needs of each project.

Our Industries - Electric Cooperatives

Electric Utilities

As the number one service provider for Georgia Power, Entergy, DEMCO and others, Gunnison is positioned as the leader in electric partnerships. We keep the power on for hundreds of thousands of clients across the southeast. Regardless of who the supplier is, we build relationships that are sustainable and comprehensive.

  • Gunnison has a proven history of providing the best service to utility partners. The established relationships with the existing utilities is based on an impeccable reputation.
  • Gunnison offers unparalleled emergency response. When a storm hits, we are prepared to mobilize and deploy our fleet at any given moment.
  • Electric Utility partnerships are at the heart of our business. With companies across the Southeastern United States offering service in multiple different states, we understand the needs of each provider and can work together to offer efficient solutions.

Our Industries - Municipal

Municipal

Gunnison understands that everyone must work within a budget while maximizing the benefit of a project. Municipalities present the unique challenge of protecting the investment of the citizens of that community. Gunnison can provide long term solutions that work within a city or county budget, while helping to preserve the urban canopy for future generations.

  • Gunnison provides a suite of plant health care options that are a low cost option for treating common tree issues and improving the overall health of trees in the urban landscape, giving an alternative option to removal.
  • Tree mapping and management plans provide long term outlooks for park planning and municipal budgeting. This gives municipalities the tools necessary to plan for future projects and anticipate the tree care costs years in advance.
  • Gunnison has the knowledge base to understand the unique tree ordinances of different municipalities. We work within the guidelines of any local or state government.
Our Industries - Railroad

Railroad

We keep the path clear and safe for our transportation corridors. Gunnison provides the expertise to find compliant solutions for each individual project, facing the unique challenges of each industry.

  • Keeping trees and debris away from active rail lines can prevent fire hazards and blockages. Maintaining a clear path requires regular maintenance and upkeep.
  • Our team provides long term management solutions with regular inspections as well as access to service when emergency situations arise.
  • Gunnison provides proactive management with the equipment and skill to work efficiently and safely.
Our Industries - Pipeline

Pipeline

Vegetation can be extremely detrimental to pipeline infrastructure. Trees and shrubs growing too close to pipes can cause costly repairs and interrupted service. Vegetation Management surrounding pipelines is a key component to preventing failures in infrastructure.

  • Pipeline rights-of-way must be clear of trees to prevent roots from growing into and around the pipes.
  • Managing the vegetation surrounding pipelines is required to access for inspection. Gunnison provides long term pipeline access solutions.
  • Gunnison has the industry experience to understand the FERC guidelines and insure that all projects meet the standards and guidelines.

Our Industries - Highway/DOT

Highway-DOT

Trees can be a potential risk to travelers along roadways. DOT right of way clearing is essential to maintaining safe travel conditions. Providing regular and clear maintenance of DOT corridors has been a part of the Gunnison business from day one.

  • Our communication and expertise is unparalleled. We have been a DOT partner for over 20 years, giving Gunnison the edge for optimal service.
  • We have the experience and machinery capable of completing DOT projects quickly and safely.
  • With over 2000 employees working across the Southeast, we are available to deploy quickly and efficiently for any size project.

Our Industries - Commercial

Commercial

Commercial properties require extensive knowledge and experience of working on large-scale properties. As industry leaders with over 120 years of combined experience, Gunnison has the ability to provide solutions to every commercial property from University Campuses to Apartment Complexes and municipal facilities.

  • Gunnison provides solutions that work within a budget, providing multiple year projections and cost analysis over time that can be tailored to the individual client needs.
  • ISA Certified Arborists are available to meet with clients to make recommendations for a suite of tree care solutions or removals.
  • Tree management plans provide a long term solution for commercial properties that provide clear budgeting for multiple year plans.

Our Industries - Residential

Residential

Removal is just one option, not the only one. We believe that the tree canopy is an essential part of our urban environments, and our arborists can protect the living investment of homeowners. Gunnison Company residential tree care options are available to property owners in a variety of services.

  • We believe in caring for our residential clients’ properties as if they were our own. We understand the importance of protecting the landscape and gardens during our operations, and have the utmost respect for the properties that we visit.
  • Gunnison finds the best solution for each individual client. Whether this is pruning, removal, plant healthcare or nothing at all, we aim to provide an optimal solution that works with the client needs and is in the best interest of the trees.
  • Gunnison has a long history of working with local municipalities and HOAs, so we understand the specific conditions that need to be met for permitting while working within the residential sector.

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