Patent ID: 7325487
Filing Date: 2008-02-05
Classification: A01G,B65B

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for baling a standing tree comprising: a base; a first annular frame being fixed to said base and defining a central area, said first frame having a passageway defined by annular free ends of said first frame, said passageway being adapted to receive a lower trunk portion of a tree into the central area; a second annular frame concentrically rotatably mounted below and on said first frame, said second frame having a permanent open section adapted to receive a lower trunk portion of a tree therethrough into the central area; a string dispenser fixed to said second frame; a first motor engaging and driving said second frame and string dispenser around the central area and around the tree received therein; means on said base for connecting said apparatus to an elevateable support; and means for selectively closing said passageway so that said first frame and said closing means completely surround the tree.