Determination overcomes
major obstacles
I can still “do” bonsai despite all the odds being stacked against me.
The reflections of one man who found a way round his problems and in so doing has produced new tools and equipment to be used by the rest of us able bodied bonsai enthusiasts.
His name is Adrian Long, that will mean nothing to most of you, but you may come to remember him later, if like, for me, he has, out of adversity, produced equipment to help us all. In 1987 he was involved in a life threatening road accident. He lost his best friend as well as his left arm, and as he was left handed that was particularly significant. Recovering from mental trauma, brain damage and multiple other injuries, he had to make a new life for himself. An engineer by trade and owning his own company he set his mind to finding ways to overcome his difficulties.
Just try to imagine for one minute - your hobby is bonsai, you have trees that you have loved and tended for years, you are just beginning to have a worthwhile collection and suddenly you cannot even hold a tree let alone work on it. Adrian modestly writes:
“I found it difficult to hold my trees for styling. I had reached the point of giving up the hobby until I decided to do what I know best. I went to my workshop and designed a work table that can be beneficial to the disabled and abled bodied hobbyist alike.”
First however he had to design and create prosthesis for himself that would enable him to hold and manipulate tools and not just bonsai tools.
” The table itself is ingenious. It is of course totally portable and can be fixed to most worktops and tables in seconds. Moreover it alleviates all that back breaking leaning over trees when cutting, trimming or styling. All you need to do is just tilt or rotate for the best view and position for working or styling.
The table rotates a full 360° and tilts up to 90°. The table surface is non-slip and the tree is held on by bungees and special bands depending on pot size and design. The tops start at 15cm diameter up to 30cm diameter, they come in square and rectangular shapes as well”.
Adrian feels that this table has allowed him to carry out a full range of bonsai tasks. He now continues to enjoy this wonderful hobby without too many problems. This table is suitable for Mame, Shohin and Chuhin trees with a working weight limit of 9Kg.
Not only for Adrian but for many enthusiasts in the UK has this new turntable become an invaluable part of our bonsai equipment?
SOME OF THE TOOLS I USE IN MY WORK
I can still “do” bonsai despite all the odds being stacked against me.
The reflections of one man who found a way round his problems and in so doing has produced new tools and equipment to be used by the rest of us able bodied bonsai enthusiasts.
His name is Adrian Long, that will mean nothing to most of you, but you may come to remember him later, if like, for me, he has, out of adversity, produced equipment to help us all. In 1987 he was involved in a life threatening road accident. He lost his best friend as well as his left arm, and as he was left handed that was particularly significant. Recovering from mental trauma, brain damage and multiple other injuries, he had to make a new life for himself. An engineer by trade and owning his own company he set his mind to finding ways to overcome his difficulties.
Just try to imagine for one minute - your hobby is bonsai, you have trees that you have loved and tended for years, you are just beginning to have a worthwhile collection and suddenly you cannot even hold a tree let alone work on it. Adrian modestly writes:
“I found it difficult to hold my trees for styling. I had reached the point of giving up the hobby until I decided to do what I know best. I went to my workshop and designed a work table that can be beneficial to the disabled and abled bodied hobbyist alike.”
First however he had to design and create prosthesis for himself that would enable him to hold and manipulate tools and not just bonsai tools.
” The table itself is ingenious. It is of course totally portable and can be fixed to most worktops and tables in seconds. Moreover it alleviates all that back breaking leaning over trees when cutting, trimming or styling. All you need to do is just tilt or rotate for the best view and position for working or styling.
The table rotates a full 360° and tilts up to 90°. The table surface is non-slip and the tree is held on by bungees and special bands depending on pot size and design. The tops start at 15cm diameter up to 30cm diameter, they come in square and rectangular shapes as well”.
Adrian feels that this table has allowed him to carry out a full range of bonsai tasks. He now continues to enjoy this wonderful hobby without too many problems. This table is suitable for Mame, Shohin and Chuhin trees with a working weight limit of 9Kg.
Not only for Adrian but for many enthusiasts in the UK has this new turntable become an invaluable part of our bonsai equipment?
SOME OF THE TOOLS I USE IN MY WORK
The ORIGINAL "RTR"
Our Original Tilting table is still one of the best Rotating/Tilting work stations on the market. A sturdy and useful workhorse for Bonsai amateurs and professionals alike, this table is easy to use and will give years of faithful service.
Like all our models this table is manufactured to the very high standards.
Like all our models this table is manufactured to the very high standards.
The NEW JL1
This NEW table can be used as a normal rotating work top or as a fully Rotating/Tilting work station when locked in position.
You will find it an invaluable asset to your tool kit, just tilt and rotate for the best view and position for working.
This model is manufactured to our usual very high standard using only the best materials.
You will find it an invaluable asset to your tool kit, just tilt and rotate for the best view and position for working.
This model is manufactured to our usual very high standard using only the best materials.
The NEW Extreme Workstation
This ground breaking model is designed for the hobbyist with LARGE trees.
Yet again we have designed a much superior Bonsai table. This floor standing model has many special features.
Large wheels for moving over rough or uneven ground.
Yet again we have designed a much superior Bonsai table. This floor standing model has many special features.
Large wheels for moving over rough or uneven ground.
NOW AVAILABLE THE ALL NEW MINI EXTREME
The Swiveller
The Swiveller is a must for any Bonsai hobbyist whether new to the hobby or a seasoned professional.
This model is made from marine ply with a non-slip rubber top, varnished to protect it in all conditions.
This model is made from marine ply with a non-slip rubber top, varnished to protect it in all conditions.
Bonsai Wire Dispenser
Following the success of all our other products we have now designed a new addition for your tool kit.
No more tangles or knots.
An easy way of cutting the amount of wire you require without wastage.
Made from marine ply with a varnish finish.
Comes complete and ready to use. NO D.I.Y required
No more tangles or knots.
An easy way of cutting the amount of wire you require without wastage.
Made from marine ply with a varnish finish.
Comes complete and ready to use. NO D.I.Y required