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Latest · Jan 20, 2026

How Splitting Big Wood with a U.S. Pride Cone Splitter Saves Time and Money Before Chipping or Grinding

Processing oversized logs is one of the most expensive and inefficient challenges in land clearing, tree service, and wood recycling operations. Large-diameter wood is difficult to handle, hard on equipment, and costly…

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May 31, 2024

The Spiral Log Splitter Head: Revolutionizing Wood Splitting with U.S. Pride Products Cone Splitter Attachments

In the world of wood splitting, efficiency and effectiveness are key to profitability. U.S. Pride Products has long been a pioneer in this arena, holding the patent on the Spiral Log Splitter Head (A.K.A. a Cone…

May 17, 2024

Auger Cone Splitters: Revolutionizing Log Splitting on Excavators and Skid Loaders

In the world of forestry and land management, efficiency and productivity are paramount. Traditional methods of log splitting, while effective on smaller wood, often require significant manual labor and time. However,…

HF-800 Log Splitter Attachment With Grapple

May 9, 2024

What You Should Look For in an Excavator Log Splitter

Splitting BIG logs and stumps requires a log splitter attachment and the hydraulic power to turn it. Look no further than your excavator to split large wood down to size. Excavators are one of the best platforms to…

May 1, 2024

What You Need to Know About Log Splitting Screws (Cone Splitters)

There are a lot of names for cone splitters. We see them referred to as cone splitter, auger cone, screw cone, log splitting screw and many other variations. They all refer to one attachment: The cone splitter. If…

Oct 18, 2023

2023 Paul Bunyan Show Coverage

This year's Paul Bunyan Show in Cambridge, Ohio was even bigger and better with crowds of people out to see equipment from major manufacturers. Everything from stump grinders and portable sawmills to horizontal grinders…

Mar 27, 2023

Busting Logs and Testing the Limits of a Spiral Cone Log Buster

If you’ve been paying attention to what U.S. Pride has been doing for the last few years, you know we’re building some of the best large diameter log splitters on the market today. We only build our spiral cone…

Jan 4, 2023

Ways to Save Money With an Auger Cone Screw Splitter

In business, you know there’s two ways to make a profit. You’re either making it or saving it! Sometimes that additional profit can be found with efficiencies that come with a new equipment investment. If you’re reading…

Mar 3, 2022

Inspirational Tree Quotes

“A grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we keep a great or beautiful cathedral.”

Feb 3, 2022

Firewood Guide - Not All Firewood Is Equal. Find Out Why...

You probably already know that different kinds of trees produce firewood with different burn characteristics. This guide will help you understand which woods burn hottest, produce less smoke and why.

Nov 26, 2021

Is a Wheel Loader Your Best Choice To Run An HF Cone Screw Splitter?

HF cone screw splitters can be mounted on a wide range of equipment. Choosing the right combination of splitter and equipment carrier will make log splitting easier and more efficient for your company. While skid…

HF-800 2 Speed cone screw splitter at the 2021 Paul Bunyan Show

Oct 2, 2021

2021 Paul Bunyan Show Coverage

Day one of the 2021 Paul Bunyan Show is in the books and U.S. Pride Products was on hand demonstrating the HF-800 two speed cone screw splitter in the main demo area for hundreds of forestry and industry professionals.…

Jul 13, 2021

Dealing With Large Diameter Logs With the Right Skid Steer Log Splitter

Like any other piece of equipment, the type of skid steer log splitter you should look for depends on your needs. We'll assume at this point that you're looking for a skid steer log splitter rather than a stand alone…

HF 800 Cone Screw Splitter Mounted On An Excavator

May 13, 2021

Benefits of Splitting Log & Stump Piles With a US Pride Log Splitter On Your Excavator

For those of you that end up with a pile of logs or stumps on your yard that you need to process into something useful or just get rid of, you have a few choices. Often these logs and stumps are too big to place in your…

Mar 30, 2021

How Does a Log Splitter Keep You Safe and Save You Time?

Anyone who processed firewood using an axe understands how back-breaking, time-consuming, and messy it can be. Well, those days are over if you go ahead and upgrade to a log splitter. In this article, allow us to give…

Mar 16, 2021

5 Reason Why You Should Love Logging as a Job

Loggers are one of the most misunderstood professionals, and oftentimes, they are thought of as no more than guys with chainsaws who cut down trees. However, this occupation requires not only brute strength, but also…

Mar 2, 2021

How to Protect Your Ears and Eyes at the Logging Job Site

Working at a logging job site is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous occupations today. Some health and safety risks are associated with logging operations, including distracted driving (mobile equipment), machinery…

Feb 16, 2021

4 Easy Ways to Improve Logging Safety

Timber is a valuable natural resource that helps humans in various ways, including materials for construction, paper manufacturing, wood products, and firewood. Because of this, the forestry industry is among the top…

Feb 2, 2021

Tips to Keep You Safe at the Logging Job Site

Working in the timber industry isn’t for everybody. It’s a job that demands physical strength, endurance, and willingness to work despite the safety risks. If you want to work at a logging job site, you should be…

Jan 19, 2021

Winter Tips for Keeping Warm While Working Outdoors

Working while being exposed to extremely cold weather is not an easy task. It subjects you to several health issues such as frostbite and hypothermia, which can affect your productivity. If neglected, it can even lead…

Jan 5, 2021

How to Choose the Right Generator for Your Business

Power outages can happen anywhere, at any given time. Even developed countries like the United States can experience major blackouts. One example is the Northeast blackout in 2003, a widespread power outage throughout…

Dec 22, 2020

5 Easy Backhoe Winterization Tips

A backhoe is an indispensable heavy machine for building projects. It’s only one piece of equipment, yet it performs multiple jobs. This multitasking machine helps you achieve more while saving money and hassle. It is…

Dec 8, 2020

COVID-19 Game Plan: Construction Site Health and Safety Guidelines

The COVID-19 global pandemic has affected nearly every business on the planet, and the construction industry is no exception. Most companies put their operations to a halt to help minimize the spread of the virus. But…

Nov 24, 2020

How to Prepare Your Forestry Machines for Winter

The extremely cold conditions brought about by winter do not only affect humans and living things; they also impact non-living things, and forestry machines are no exemption.

Nov 10, 2020

6 Ways to Prepare Your Trees for Winter

Trees differ in terms of their ability to tolerate freezing temperatures. While some may do fine when the climate gets frosty, others may need extra care to keep them from being injured or even dying. There are simple…

Oct 27, 2020

5 Benefits of Working Outdoors

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of people to work at home. Some businesses have decided to allow their employees to remain productive minus the daily trips to their workplaces. This was to minimize the health…

Oct 13, 2020

Different Types of Firewood

If you’re looking to save some money on fuel, you might want to consider going for firewood. It’s economical, renewable, and eco-friendly. However, not all types of firewood are the same because each has its own…

Sep 29, 2020

Tips for Storing Firewood

So you've successfully taken down a tree, split the logs with your reliable log splitter, and broken it into pieces. Now the question is, how are you going to store it for future use? This article will give you a few…

Sep 15, 2020

The Benefits of a Hands-Free Log Splitter

The cold season is only a few weeks away, and what comes with it is the need for a heating system that runs 24/7. However, every homeowner who operates a gas or oil-powered furnace understands the hefty price of staying…

Sep 1, 2020

How to Operate an Excavator Safely

Operating an excavator is one of the most hazardous construction operations. Hazards can lead to severe accidents involving workers at a job site. That's why proper training and knowledge of safety precautions are…

Aug 18, 2020

Keeping it Safe at the Logging Job Site

Logging has been one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, logging workers had fatality rates more than ten times the all-worker rate of 3.5 fatalities…

Aug 4, 2020

What's the Difference Between a Cone Style Log Splitter and a Traditional Log Splitter?

In this day and age, when people are looking for a renewable energy source, wood should be on everybody’s list. Wood is common in our everyday lives, as it is found in homes and furniture, fence posts, and firewood.…

Nov 2, 2018

US Pride Products at Tree Care Industry Expo

Come see us at the Tree Care Industry Expo in Charlotte North Carolina November 8th, 9th and 10th, 2018 where we will be on hand to answer and of your questions in booth # 2141

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