How can you use the drill for a tree inspection?
21. September 2021

How can you use the drill for a tree inspection?

Our wood inspection drills are commonly used as a reinforcement for the VTA for tree inspections. The resistance drill is a favorite for arborists and tree specialists because it provides data on the internal state of the wood. A tree…

How many computers can IML Software Tools (PC Software) be installed on?
21. September 2021

How many computers can IML Software Tools (PC Software) be installed on?

The wood inspection software can provide automatic results for pole inspections and detailed measurement activity for wood products. These can be uploaded to three different devices per license.

Can you use the PD-Series electronic drill in the rain?
21. September 2021

Can you use the PD-Series electronic drill in the rain?

The standard inspection drills are water resistant, not waterproof. You will want to treat the drill as you would your smart phone of other electronic devices that are water resistant.

Can the drill be used in cold temperatures?
21. September 2021

Can the drill be used in cold temperatures?

Yes, the drill can inspect when it is in freezing weather. However, decay can also freeze and show a higher resistance than above freezing. However, you can still detect decay with the change in the resistance if the decay is…

Does the drill and bit inflict any damage on the tree, pole or timber when it inspects?
21. September 2021

Does the drill and bit inflict any damage on the tree, pole or timber when it inspects?

One of the best features of our drills, especially for arborists working in the field of inspecting live trees, is the fill-in methods of the bits. Our bits are 3mm and while they are already small in size, when the…

How heavy are the drills?
21. September 2021

How heavy are the drills?

The drills are approximately 5-7 kg depending on the size of the drill. We always recommend anyone purchasing a drill to opt-in for the handle and stability strap. When you are conducting inspections on an all-day basis it’s safer, secure…

How many drillings can you get per battery?
21. September 2021

How many drillings can you get per battery?

With the IML-RESI PD-series, you can perform approx. 200 measurements per battery charge (battery: 18 V, 5.0 Ah). With the IML-RESI F series, you can perform approx. 50 measurements per battery charge (battery: 18 V, 4.0 Ah).

How long do the drill bits last?
21. September 2021

How long do the drill bits last?

This highly depends on the carefulness of the operator when inspecting where to conduct drillings. You want to avoid any nails or metal plates in any wood products as much as possible to preserve the bit. You will also need…