Innovators in tree care: past. present. future.
Progress never stands still. And neither does Vermeer.
From the moment we introduced the industry’s first stump cutter, Vermeer has imagined innovations that redefined what’s possible in tree care. Our pioneering spirit led to the development of the lower feed stop bar on brush chippers — an essential safety feature that’s now an industry standard — and the vertical lift on mini skid steers that reimagined lifting power and versatility in compact spaces.
These breakthroughs didn’t happen by chance. We listen to the pros. Then we create solutions that help you work more efficiently and safely — giving you more time for what matters most.
And we’re not stopping there.
Vermeer is once again pushing boundaries — this time with next-generation mini loaders and electric-powered equipment. Designed with performance, productivity and operator experience in mind, these upcoming innovations will continue to transform the way you work — quietly, cleanly and powerfully.
Work is evolving in tree care, landscaping and rental equipment — and Vermeer machines are built to help you lead the way.
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Electrification
Vermeer electric equipment represents a promising new direction for tree care and landscaping professionals. It's designed for work in noise- or emissions-sensitive environments, with the potential for quiet, low-maintenance performance and the same reliability and productivity Vermeer is known for. While still in development, it reflects our ongoing commitment to creating innovative solutions that meet the evolving demands of the jobsite.
Stump cutter innovation
Our most enduring contribution to the tree care industry came in 1957 with the introduction of the modern stump cutter. Designed to make stump removal faster, safer and more efficient, it didn’t just improve a task — it reshaped the industry. The breakthrough came with a sweeping, side-to-side cutting motion that replaced labor-intensive digging and set a new standard for mechanized stump removal.
Because at Vermeer, we don’t chase fads. We build innovations that stand the test of time.
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Lower feed stop bar
A tap of the leg. A leap in safety.
Vermeer created the lower feed stop bar as a safety innovation that gave operators a fast, instinctive way to shut down the feed rollers. Positioned within easy reach of an operator’s leg, it turns a natural reflex into a critical safeguard, helping prevent injury when reaction time matters. It quickly set a new standard in the industry. And decades later, it’s still standard on Vermeer brush chippers.
Mini skid steer vertical lift
Reach new heights
The vertical lift design on Vermeer mini skid steers redefined how compact equipment supports tough jobs. By keeping loads closer to the machine throughout the lift cycle, it delivers greater stability, more reach at full height and increased lifting capacity. That means smoother truck loading, easier material handling and more confidence on every lift. The vertical lift aboard select Vermeer mini skid steers didn’t just boost productivity for tree care professionals. It created a smarter way to work.
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