摘要 |
The present invention provides an apparatus (10), as shown in the figur, tha t lifts, secures, splits and/or crushes tree stumps or other materials, particularly wooden materials and other materials that may be present at an excavation site. The apparatus is characterized in part by a two pivot point design. A first pivot point (14) allows for the pivotable operation of an engaging unit (12) which grabs and lifts the tree stump. The engaging unit further acts as a durable and secure support member for the tree stump durin g the splitting and crushing process. The second pivot point (14') allows for pivotable operation of a cutting device which facilitates splitting and crushing of the stumps. |