Jordan’s Trees Invests in the Leguan 265 to Take on Bigger Tree Work Safely, Faster and More Efficiently

For Jordan, owner and operator of Jordan’s Trees, arboriculture is more than just cutting and removing trees. It is about making properties safer, improving the look of valuable natural assets, and finding smarter ways to get challenging jobs done.

As the business has grown, so has the scale of the work. Larger trees, more complex removals and the physical demands of climbing day after day led Jordan to look for a machine that could help his team work more efficiently, safely and productively.

That machine was the Leguan 265 All-Terrain Spider Lift.

From Humble Beginnings to a Growing Arborist Business

Jordan’s journey into the tree industry began with his next-door neighbours, who were tree loppers. He started out dragging branches for their company and quickly found himself drawn into the work.

In the early days, Jordan’s Trees started small. The business operated with a Hiace van, hired trailers when needed and even hired larger saws for bigger jobs.

Over time, Jordan continued reinvesting back into the business. Eventually, the company took a leap of faith and purchased its first truck, chipper and stump grinder, steadily building a capable fleet to support larger and more demanding arborist work.

The Challenge: Bigger Trees, Tougher Jobs and the Need for Efficiency

As Jordan’s Trees continued to grow, the jobs coming through became bigger and more physically demanding.

For Jordan, the decision to invest in the Leguan 265 came down to one simple thing: the business needed a machine that could keep up.

“The jobs that are coming through now are quite big trees. I’m 36 and I can’t keep climbing big, massive trees day in and day out.”

While climbing remains an important skill in arboriculture, Jordan recognised that machinery could help make certain jobs faster, safer and more efficient.

The goal was to reduce manual strain, improve productivity and give the team better access to large tree canopies without losing time on complicated setup.

The Solution: Leguan 265 All-Terrain Spider Lift

Jordan chose the Leguan 265 for its speed, ease of use and ability to handle demanding tree work.

Designed for arborists, contractors and access professionals, the Leguan 265 delivers fast setup, excellent off-road capability and impressive working height in a compact tracked machine.

For Jordan, the difference was immediate.

“The Leguan 265 is an absolute beast. Productivity is crazy.”

One of the standout features for Jordan was the automatic outrigger levelling. Instead of manually adjusting each outrigger to get the machine balanced, the Leguan 265 does it automatically at the touch of a button.

This makes setup faster, easier and more consistent on site.

“It automatically levels out for you, so you don’t have to worry about outrigger one, outrigger two — it does it all for you.”

Once set up, the Leguan 265 allows operators to quickly reach the canopy, complete the work and return back down with ease.

“You can get up into the canopy quick, do what you need to do in the tree, and get down really quickly as well.”

Built for Arborists: Fast, Simple and User-Friendly

For tree crews, time on site matters. Every minute spent setting up, repositioning or waiting on slow equipment can impact productivity.

The Leguan 265 was designed to help solve that.

Jordan described the machine as quick, efficient and easy to operate, whether using the controls from the basket or operating by remote.

“Everything’s really easy about the machine. Very user-friendly.”

The machine’s ability to move efficiently through job sites and position quickly has made a major difference to the way Jordan’s Trees operates.

“We want something that’s efficient, easy and quick — because time is money and money is time.”

For Jordan, the investment is not just about owning another piece of equipment. It is about improving workflow, reducing downtime and completing jobs faster.

“This thing has its price tag, but I’m telling you right now, we’ll get our money back quickly.”

Monitor’s Support in WA

Supporting Jordan throughout the process was the team from Monitor Industries in Western Australia.

For Monitor, supporting Jordan’s Trees was about more than simply selling a machine. It was about building a long-term relationship and ensuring Jordan had confidence in both the Leguan product and Monitor’s local support network.

“We’re here today to support Jordan and show that we’re fully behind him with the machinery.”

From Jordan’s perspective, that support made a real difference.

“The team from Monitor have been right there with us from the get-go.”

Even before Jordan was ready to purchase the machine, they stayed in contact, checked in regularly and kept him informed about new products and options.

“Even when I couldn’t afford the machine, it didn’t faze them. They just gave me a call to see how I was tracking and told me about new things coming out.”

Jordan also highlighted the value of Monitor’s local WA presence, including access to mechanics, workshop support, parts and service.

“Having Monitor over here in WA is pretty important.”

Why the Leguan 265 Stands Out

The Leguan 265 is recognised as one of the fastest spider lifts in the world. The 265 Spider Lift boasts a maximum working height of 26.5 metres, a side reach of up to 13.6 metres, and a lift capacity of 250kg, making it one of the most powerful and capable lifts in its class.

Key features include:

• 26 metre working height
• Fast setup time from compact position to full reach
• Automatic outrigger levelling
• Simple joystick controls
• No dead man switch in the basket
• One-handed operation from the joystick
• Ability to drive from the basket
• Rugged track design for off-road access
• Strong incline capability
• Home function and return-to-work function
• Consistent controls across the Leguan range

These features are especially valuable for arborists who need to access difficult areas, work efficiently at height and move between trees quickly.

“It’s a super reliable product and we’re proud to be associated with the brand.”

A Smarter Way to Work at Height

For Jordan, the Leguan 265 has changed the way his team approaches tree work.

While there will always be jobs where climbing is required, he believes spider lifts now have a major place in the arboriculture industry.

“To my fellow arborists that don’t have one — it’s worth it.”

He estimates that in the majority of jobs, machines like the Leguan 265 can access the work area and significantly improve efficiency.

“Sometimes these machines can’t get into places because it’s so tight, but I’d say 95% of the time these machines can get there.”

The Result: Confidence, Productivity and Long-Term Support

By investing in the Leguan 265, Jordan’s Trees has gained a machine that supports safer work practices, faster job completion and greater productivity on large tree projects.

Backed by Monitor’s local WA team, Jordan has confidence that support is available when he needs it — from service and parts to future machinery advice.

For Jordan, the decision to work with Monitor again is an easy one.

“Would I use them again? Hell yeah. Absolutely. There’s no reason why I wouldn’t.”

The partnership between Jordan’s Trees and Monitor Industries shows the value of investing in the right machinery, backed by the right support.

For arborists looking to take on bigger jobs, reduce physical strain and improve efficiency on site, the Leguan 265 is proving to be a powerful solution.

Interested in the Leguan 265?

The Leguan 265 is built for operators who need speed, stability and reliable access in challenging environments.

Whether you are working in tree care, vegetation management, property maintenance or difficult access applications, Monitor can help you find the right machine for your business.

Watch the full case study video on Jordan’s Tree Services & the Leguan 265 here: https://monitor.net.au/products/leguan-265-spider-lift/

Contact Monitor Industries today to learn more about the Leguan 265 or book a demonstration.